Privacy Policy
Effective Date:
10 August 2025 Last Updated: 10 August 2025
1. Who We Are
Hermetic Rubber Company Limited, trading as SealStream ('SealStream', 'we', 'us', or 'our'), respects your privacy and is committed to protecting the personal data of users who visit our website or interact with our services.
2. What Personal Data We Collect.
We collect the following types of information:
a. Information you provide directly:
- Name, email address, job title, and contact information.
- Company name and address.
- Enquiries or messages submitted via our website or email.
- Payment or invoicing details (for B2B records only, not stored on our servers).
b. Automatically collected data:
- IP address and browser type.
- Website usage patterns via cookies and analytics.
- Device identifiers (for fraud/security purposes).
3. How We Use Your Data
We use your data to:
- Respond to enquiries and provide technical support.
- Facilitate introductions and secure transactions between buyers and OEMs.
- Manage your user or client account.
- Comply with legal and contractual obligations.
- Improve our website and services.
- Manage and monitor transactions through third-party escrow account providers such as Transpact.
4. Legal Basis for Processing
We process your data on the following legal bases:
- Performance of a contract.
- Consent (e.g., newsletter signup).
- Legitimate interests (e.g., fraud prevention).
- Legal obligation (e.g., financial compliance).
5. Sharing Your Data
We may share your data with:
- OEMs or suppliers.
- Third-party service providers (e.g., Transpact, IT providers).
- Legal or regulatory authorities as required.
We do not sell or rent personal data.
6. International Transfers
We primarily store personal data within the United Kingdom. Where data is transferred outside the UK or European Economic Area (EEA), we ensure that appropriate safeguards are in place, including the use of Standard Contractual Clauses or reliance on adequacy decisions, in accordance with applicable data protection laws.
7. Data Retention
We retain personal data only as long as necessary for operational, legal, or compliance purposes.
8. Your Rights
You have rights under UK GDPR to:
- Access your data.
- Correct inaccurate data.
- Request deletion (where appropriate).
- Object or restrict processing.
- Data portability.
- Withdraw consent.
Contact us at: accounts@sealstream.co.uk
9. Cookies and Tracking
We use cookies to:
- Monitor traffic and usage.
- Improve performance.
- Understand preferences.
See our separate Cookie Policy for full details.
10. Third-Party Links
Our website may link to third-party sites. This policy does not apply to those sites.
11. Security
We apply appropriate technical and organisational measures to safeguard your data, including encryption, secure servers, and restricted access.
12. Changes to This Policy
We may update this policy from time to time. Changes will be posted on our website.
13. Contact Us
Hermetic Rubber Company Limited (SealStream) 27 Old Gloucester Street, London, WC1N 3AX Email: accounts@hermeticrubber.co.uk You may also contact the Information Commissioner's Office (ICO) at www.ico.org.uk.
Cookie Policy Effective Date: 10 August 2025
This Cookie Policy explains how Hermetic Rubber Company Limited, trading as SealStream ('we', 'us', or 'our'), uses cookies and similar technologies on our website.
1. What Are Cookies?
Cookies are small text files stored on your device when you visit a website. They help us remember your preferences, improve site performance, and analyse how you interact with our content.
2. Types of Cookies We Use
Privacy & Cookie Policy- Essential Cookies: Necessary for the website to function (e.g., security, session management).- Analytics Cookies: Help us understand website usage via tools like Google Analytics.- Functional Cookies: Remember your preferences (e.g., language, cookie consent choice).- Third-Party Cookies: May be set by embedded content, e.g., YouTube videos or chat tools.
3. Why We Use Cookies
We use cookies to:- Enable secure access and core functionality- Analyse traffic and improve site performance- Support customer experience (e.g., live chat)
4. Managing Your Cookie Preferences
You can manage or disable cookies in your browser settings. Some parts of the site may not function properly if disabled. You can also use tools like AboutCookies.org to control cookie use.
5. Updates to This Policy
We may update this Cookie Policy to reflect legal or operational changes. Changes will be posted here with a revised date.
6. Contact Us
For questions about this policy, contact us at: info@masafeguard.com