Privacy Policy

1. Purpose & Scope of Privacy Policy

The purpose of this Privacy Notice (hereafter “Notice”) is to establish a comprehensive framework
that ensures secure and compliant handling of Personal Data within Qatar Steel (QPSC)
(hereinafter referred to as “Qatar Steel”, “us”, “we”, “our”).

This Notice reflects our commitment to safeguarding your personal data and your right to privacy as per
the laws of the State of Qatar or other applicable privacy laws. Qatar Steel has implemented policies,
procedures, controls, and measures to ensure the efficient management and protection of personal data
collected from data subjects.

This Notice applies to any person who accesses our website or shares any information with us.
We value your privacy and are committed to ensuring the security of your information.

2. Personal Data We Collect from You

To provide our services and fulfill contractual obligations, we may request personal information, such as:

  • Personal Data: Information that identifies you, such as:
    • Full Name
    • Email Address
    • Phone/Mobile Number
    • Country/Region
    • Address/Location
    • Company Name
  • Device Data: Automatically collected data when you visit our website, including:
    • IP Address

3. How and When We Collect Your Information

We collect and process data when you engage in activities such as:

  • Visiting our website
  • Providing your details to get in touch
  • Contacting us via phone, message, social media, or similar technologies
  • Applying for a job or supplier registration
  • Becoming our employee

We collect information through technologies such as cookies and software development kits.
We may also gather data from trusted sources to enhance or complement the information you provide.

4. Use of Information

We may collect, hold, use, and disclose your information for purposes including:

  • Providing platform features and services under legal and contractual obligations
  • Personalizing your experience on our website
  • Contacting you regarding job applications
  • Improving our products and services
  • Managing operations with service providers
  • Developing new business solutions
  • Ensuring compliance with laws and regulations
  • Preventing fraud, enhancing security, and managing risks

All processing activities are based on consent or other lawful grounds.
If additional data is required, the purpose will be explained at the time of collection.

5. Sharing Your Information with Other Entities

We may share your personal data with partners, third parties, or service providers, such as affiliates
and vendors who work on our behalf. These entities may only use the information per our instructions
and must implement appropriate security measures.

We will never disclose your personal information for purposes not described in this Notice.

6. International Data Transfers

As a global organization, your personal information may be accessed by staff, affiliates, or suppliers
in other countries for purposes outlined in this Notice.

7. Your Rights

Depending on applicable laws, data subjects may be entitled to:

  • The right to lawful processing and protection of personal information
  • The right to request rectification or correction
  • The right to be informed about the collection and use of personal data
  • The right to be notified of inaccurate disclosures
  • The right to request access or copies of your data via a “Subject Access Request”
  • The right to withdraw consent
  • The right to object to processing, with reasons specific to your situation
  • The right to erasure (“Right to be Forgotten”)

Upon receiving your request and evaluating your circumstances, we will either cease processing your data
or provide substantiated legitimate reasons for continuing.

8. Use of Cookies

We use cookies to collect information about your activity on our website.
Cookies help us understand how you use our site and allow us to serve content based on your preferences.

9. Data Storage and Retention

We retain your personal data only as long as necessary to fulfill the purpose for which it was collected,
or until you withdraw consent, unless a longer retention period is required by law.

10. Data Security Measures

We implement appropriate technical and organizational measures to safeguard personal information
from destruction, loss, alteration, unauthorized disclosure, or access.

Our website may contain links to external sites with their own privacy policies.
We do not accept responsibility for the practices of those websites.

11. Children’s Privacy

Our website is not intended for children under 16. We do not knowingly collect or store personal
information from minors.

12. Changes to this Privacy Notice

This Notice may be updated periodically. Any changes will be posted here with an updated revision date.
In case of significant updates, we may notify you through additional channels.

Last updated on: Dec 2, 2025

13. Contact Us

If you have questions about this Privacy Policy, please contact us:

Qatar Steel Company (QPSC)
P.O. Box: 50090, Mesaieed, State of Qatar
Telephone: +974 4477 8778
Fax: +974 4477 1424