Privacy Policy

A2S Shipping Containers – Privacy Policy Last updated: March 3, 2026

A2S Shipping Containers (“we,” “us,” “our,” or “the Company”) respects your privacy and is committed to protecting your personal information. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, store, and protect personal information when you visit our website [www.a2sshippingcontainers.com] (the “Site”), request a quote, place an order, communicate with us, or otherwise interact with our services (collectively, the “Services”).

By using our Site or Services, you agree to the practices described in this Privacy Policy. If you do not agree, please do not use our Site or provide us with any personal information.

1. Information We Collect

We collect the following types of information:

A. Information You Provide Directly

  • Contact and identification details: name, company name, email address, phone number, mailing/shipping/billing address
  • Order and transaction information: shipping container specifications, quantity, delivery location, payment details (processed securely via third-party processors — we do not store full credit card numbers), financing/credit application details (if applicable)
  • Communications: messages, inquiries, quote requests, support tickets, feedback, photos or site plans you upload
  • Account information: username/password (if we offer customer accounts)

B. Information Collected Automatically

  • Device and usage data: IP address, browser type/version, operating system, device identifiers, pages viewed, time/date of access, referring/exit pages
  • Cookies and similar technologies: session cookies, analytics cookies, preference cookies (see our Cookie Policy below or linked section)

C. Information from Third Parties

  • Payment processors, shipping carriers, credit reporting agencies (for financing applications), marketing/analytics providers, or business partners (limited to what is necessary)

2. How We Use Your Information

We use the collected information for the following purposes:

  • To process quotes, orders, deliveries, modifications, and payments
  • To communicate with you about your transactions, inquiries, updates, service issues, or promotions (with your consent where required)
  • To improve our Site, Services, and customer experience
  • To prevent fraud, enforce our terms, comply with legal obligations, and protect our rights
  • For internal business purposes (analytics, auditing, research)
  • To send marketing communications (you may opt out at any time)

3. Legal Basis for Processing (Especially for EU/EEA/UK Users – GDPR)

If you are in the European Economic Area (EEA), United Kingdom, or Switzerland, our processing is based on:

  • Performance of a contract (e.g., fulfilling your order or quote)
  • Legitimate interests (e.g., fraud prevention, Site improvement, direct marketing where not overridden by your rights)
  • Consent (e.g., for certain marketing emails or non-essential cookies)
  • Legal obligations (e.g., tax/compliance records)

4. Sharing Your Information

We do not sell your personal information. We may share it with:

  • Service providers: payment processors (e.g., Stripe, PayPal), shipping/delivery carriers, cloud/storage providers, IT/support vendors, marketing platforms — all under strict confidentiality agreements
  • Business partners: financing companies, modification subcontractors, or inspectors (only as needed for your order)
  • Legal authorities: if required by law, subpoena, court order, or to protect safety/rights
  • In connection with a merger, acquisition, or sale of assets (your information may be transferred as a business asset)

5. International Data Transfers

We are based in the United States. If you are located outside the U.S., your information will be transferred to and processed in the U.S. (or other countries where our service providers operate). We use appropriate safeguards (such as Standard Contractual Clauses where applicable) to help protect your data in line with applicable laws.

6. Data Retention

We keep personal information only as long as necessary for the purposes outlined in this Policy, to comply with legal obligations, resolve disputes, and enforce agreements. Order-related data is typically retained for 7 years for tax/accounting purposes. You may request deletion (subject to legal exceptions).

7. Your Privacy Rights

Depending on your location, you may have rights including:

  • Access, correction, or deletion of your personal information
  • Opt-out of marketing communications (unsubscribe link in emails or contact us)
  • Opt-out of certain cookie tracking
  • For California residents (CCPA/CPRA): right to know, delete, correct, opt-out of sale/sharing, and non-discrimination
  • For EEA/UK residents (GDPR): right to restrict processing, data portability, object to processing, and lodge a complaint with a supervisory authority

To exercise your rights, contact us at info@a2sshippingcontainers.com. We will respond within the timeframes required by law.

8. Security

We implement reasonable technical and organizational measures to protect your information from unauthorized access, loss, misuse, or alteration. However, no method of transmission over the internet or electronic storage is 100% secure.

9. Children’s Privacy

Our Services are not directed to individuals under 16. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 16. If we learn we have collected such data, we will delete it.

10. Cookies and Tracking Technologies

We use cookies and similar technologies for essential functions, analytics, and marketing. You can manage preferences via your browser settings or our cookie banner (where implemented). For more details, see our [Cookie Policy] (or section on the Site).

11. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Policy from time to time. The “Last updated” date indicates the most recent version. Continued use of our Site/Services after changes constitutes acceptance of the updated Policy.

12. Contact Us

If you have questions about this Privacy Policy or our data practices, contact:

A2S Shipping Containers Privacy Officer: 6414 Norwich, Houston, TX 77028 USA

Email: info@a2sshippingcontainers.com

Phone: +1 (346) 716-2994

 

Thank you for trusting A2S Shipping Containers with your information.