Privacy Policy

Last Updated: October 1, 2026

Introduction

American Prime Exports LLC (“American Prime Exports,” “APE,” “we,” “us,” or “our”) respects the privacy of business customers, prospective customers, website visitors, suppliers, service providers and other persons who interact with us. This Privacy Policy explains the categories of information we may collect, how we use and disclose that information, how we protect and retain it, and the choices and rights that may be available to individuals under applicable law.

This website is primarily intended for business-to-business (“B2B”) sourcing, quotation and export inquiries. By using the website or submitting information to us, you acknowledge the practices described in this Privacy Policy.

Information We Collect

We may collect information that you provide directly to us, including your name, company name, business type, country, email address, telephone or WhatsApp number, billing or shipping information, destination city or port, requested products, APE product codes, quantities, shipping preferences, estimated order value, quotation requirements, messages, uploaded product lists or documents, and other information you choose to provide in connection with an inquiry, quotation or transaction.

We may also collect business and transaction information generated through our relationship with you, including quotation history, communications, order or sourcing records, payment-related status information, shipping and logistics information, documentation requests, and records reasonably necessary to administer a transaction.

When you use the website, certain technical information may be collected automatically by our website, hosting provider, security tools, cookies or similar technologies. Depending on the final website configuration, this may include IP address, browser type, device type, operating system, referring pages, pages viewed, date and time of access, approximate location derived from IP address, and website interaction or diagnostic information.

How We Use Information

We may use information for legitimate business purposes, including to respond to inquiries; prepare and administer quotations; source requested products; communicate regarding availability, specifications, quantities, pricing, payment, shipping and documentation; coordinate with suppliers, logistics providers and other service providers; process and administer transactions; maintain business records; improve website functionality and customer service; prevent fraud, misuse or security incidents; comply with legal, regulatory, customs, export-control, accounting and recordkeeping obligations; establish, exercise or defend legal rights; and for other purposes disclosed at the time information is collected or otherwise permitted by applicable law.

Where required by applicable law, we will rely on an appropriate legal basis for processing personal information, which may include consent, performance of or steps relating to a contract, compliance with legal obligations, or legitimate business interests that are not overridden by applicable privacy rights.

How We Disclose Information

We may disclose information when reasonably necessary to operate our business or complete a requested transaction, including to suppliers and sourcing partners; freight forwarders, carriers, customs brokers and logistics providers; website hosting, information-technology, security and communications providers; professional advisers such as accountants, insurers and legal counsel; payment or banking partners where applicable; government, customs, regulatory, law-enforcement or judicial authorities where required or permitted by law; and other service providers acting for legitimate business purposes.

We do not disclose personal information to third parties for their independent use merely because an inquiry has been submitted. We may also disclose information in connection with a merger, financing, acquisition, reorganization, sale of assets or similar business transaction, subject to appropriate confidentiality and legal requirements.

International Processing and Transfers

Because American Prime Exports conducts and supports international business, information may be processed, accessed or transferred in the United States and, where necessary for a transaction, in other countries in which customers, suppliers, logistics providers or service providers operate. Privacy and data-protection laws may differ between jurisdictions. Where applicable law requires safeguards for an international transfer of personal information, we will use legally appropriate measures.

Data Retention

We retain information only for as long as reasonably necessary for the purposes for which it was collected, including to administer inquiries and transactions, maintain sourcing and commercial records, satisfy legal, accounting, tax, customs, export, dispute-resolution and recordkeeping requirements, prevent fraud or misuse, and protect our legal rights. Retention periods may vary depending on the nature of the information, the status of a business relationship, applicable legal requirements and the need to establish or defend legal claims.

Uploaded product lists and inquiry materials may be retained with the related business record where reasonably necessary to respond to the inquiry or administer a transaction.

Data Security

We use reasonable administrative, technical and organizational measures designed to protect information against unauthorized access, loss, misuse, alteration or disclosure. No website, electronic transmission or storage system can be guaranteed to be completely secure, and we therefore cannot guarantee absolute security.

Cookies and Similar Technologies

The website may use cookies and similar technologies that are necessary for website operation, security, quote-list functionality, preferences and, if implemented, analytics or other permitted purposes. The categories and purposes of cookies actually used on the production website are described in our Cookie Policy. Where applicable law requires consent for non-essential cookies or similar technologies, those technologies should not be activated until the required consent has been obtained.

Your Privacy Choices and Rights

Depending on your location and applicable law, you may have rights concerning personal information about you, which may include the right to request access, correction, deletion, restriction or a copy of certain information, or to object to or withdraw consent from certain processing. These rights are not absolute and may be subject to legal exceptions, verification requirements and record-retention obligations.

To submit a privacy request, please use the contact method identified on our Contact page and clearly state that the request concerns privacy. We may take reasonable steps to verify the identity and authority of the person making the request before acting on it.

Children

This website and APE’s services are intended for businesses and adult business representatives. They are not directed to children, and we do not knowingly solicit personal information from children through the website.

Third-Party Websites and Services

The website may contain links to third-party websites or services. American Prime Exports does not control the privacy, security or content practices of third parties, and this Privacy Policy does not apply to information collected independently by those third parties. Users should review the applicable third-party privacy notices.

Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may revise this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices, website functionality, legal requirements or business operations. The “Last Updated” date will identify the most recent revision. Material changes should be posted on this page.

Contact

Questions or requests concerning this Privacy Policy may be submitted through the contact information published on the American Prime Exports website.