Last updated: May 2025
At Gulf, in partnership with Grupo Lafayette, we are committed to protecting and respecting the privacy of our users, customers, and business partners. This Privacy Policy describes how we collect, use, store, and protect your personal data, in accordance with Law 81 of 2019 on the Protection of Personal Data of the Republic of Panama.
DATA CONTROLLER
Business name: Gulf
Legal representative and distribution: Grupo Lafayette
Address: Colón Free Zone, Republic of Panama
Email: [official contact email]
Phone: [official customer service number]
DATA WE MAY COLLECT
We collect personal data only when you voluntarily provide it to us, through contact forms, account registration, quotes, or business relationships. These may include:
First and last name
Company and position
Physical address and email
Telephone number
Billing information and payment methods
Order and purchase information
IP address and technical browsing data
Marketing preferences and cookies
PURPOSES OF PROCESSING
We process your personal data for the following purposes:
Processing orders, quotes, and wholesale deliveries
Managing business relationships with distributors and customers
Sending relevant communications (logistical, technical, commercial, or promotional)
Statistical analysis to improve products, processes, and user experience
Compliance with legal, tax, and accounting obligations in Panama
Website security and fraud prevention
LEGAL BASIS
The processing of your data is based on:
Your explicit consent
The execution of a contract or pre-contractual management
Gulf’s legitimate interests for business purposes
Compliance with legal obligations in the Republic of Panama
STORAGE OF DATA
Your personal data will be retained only for the time necessary to fulfill the purposes for which it was collected, or for the period required by law (for example, up to 7 years for tax and accounting documentation).
DATA SHARING
We do not share your personal data with third parties, except:
Technology service providers contracted by Gulf under confidentiality agreements
Allied entities or subsidiaries within the commercial group
Administrative or judicial authorities, when required by law
INTERNATIONAL TRANSFERS
If your data is processed outside of Panamanian territory, we guarantee that such transfer will comply with the principles of security, confidentiality, and protection established in applicable legislation.
DATA SECURITY
We implement appropriate technical and organizational security measures to protect your personal data against unauthorized access, loss, alteration, or destruction. We constantly evaluate and update our internal policies.
DATA SUBJECT RIGHTS
You have the right to:
Access your personal data
Request the rectification of inaccurate data
Request the deletion or erasure of your data
Object to the processing of your data for legitimate reasons
Request the portability of your data
Withdraw your consent at any time
You can exercise your rights by writing to: [official data protection email]
USE OF COOKIES AND SIMILAR TECHNOLOGIES
This site uses technical, analytical, and marketing cookies to optimize your experience. You can manage your preferences from your browser settings. For more information, see our [Cookie Policy].
GOOGLE ANALYTICS AND SOCIAL MEDIA
We use Google Analytics to collect anonymous statistical data on browsing behavior. In addition, the site may include links or integrations with social networks (such as Facebook, Instagram, or YouTube) whose privacy policies are independent.
CHANGES TO THIS POLICY
Gulf reserves the right to modify this policy to reflect legal, technical, or commercial changes. Updates will be available in this section of the website.
