PCT — Privacy Policy
Last updated: November 2025
This Privacy Policy explains how PCT ("we," "our," "us") collects, uses, and protects the personal data of our users.
1. Information We Collect
We collect the following information when you use our platform or submit an application:
- Full name, contact details, and personal information
- Seafarer documents (licenses, certificates, sea service records)
- Employment preferences and uploaded CVs
- Usage data (e.g., form submissions, job applications)
2. How We Use Your Information
Your data is used to:
- Match and forward your profile to partner manning or crewing agencies
- Communicate job invitations or updates
- Improve our platform's functionality and user experience
- Comply with applicable data privacy laws in the Philippines
3. Data Storage and Retention
We securely store your data in our database and email servers. Data is retained only as long as necessary to fulfill recruitment or marketing purposes, unless you request deletion.
4. Data Sharing
- We only share your information with verified and licensed crewing/manning agencies for employment purposes.
- We do not sell, rent, or trade your personal data to third parties.
5. Security
We implement reasonable technical and organizational measures to protect your information from unauthorized access, loss, or misuse.
6. Your Rights
You may request:
- Access to your personal data
- Correction of inaccurate data
- Deletion of your stored information
To exercise these rights, contact us at admin@astshipping.io.
7. Cookies and Analytics
We may use cookies and analytics tools to understand website traffic and improve performance. You can disable cookies in your browser settings.
8. Updates to This Policy
We may revise this Privacy Policy periodically. Updates will be reflected on this page with a new "Last Updated" date.