Privacy Policy

Data Controller

The data controller for personal data processed through Premial.eu is:

Continental Export Import S.R.L.
Registered in Romania
CUI: RO4071756
Email: info@premial.eu

Data We Collect

Premial.eu collects and processes the following categories of personal data:

Account and registration data: Name, email address, company name, position, phone number, and business address provided during account creation or manufacturer application.

Business documentation: Company registration documents, product catalogs, quality certifications, and compliance documentation submitted as part of the onboarding process.

Communication data: Messages, inquiries, and correspondence exchanged through the platform or via email with the Premial team.

Transaction data: Quotation details, order information, shipping documentation, and payment references related to B2B transactions facilitated through the platform.

Technical data: IP address, browser type, device information, and usage patterns collected automatically when you access the platform.

Purposes of Processing

We process personal data for the following purposes:

  • Managing user accounts and manufacturer onboarding applications
  • Facilitating B2B trade transactions between manufacturers and EU buyers
  • Coordinating documentation, compliance verification, and logistics
  • Communicating with users about their accounts, transactions, and platform updates
  • Ensuring platform security and preventing fraud
  • Complying with legal and regulatory obligations

Legal Basis for Processing

We process personal data under the following legal bases as defined by the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR):

Contractual necessity (Art. 6(1)(b) GDPR): Processing necessary for the performance of a contract or to take steps at your request prior to entering into a contract, including account management and transaction facilitation.

Legitimate interest (Art. 6(1)(f) GDPR): Processing necessary for our legitimate business interests, including platform security, fraud prevention, and service improvement, where these interests are not overridden by your rights.

Legal obligation (Art. 6(1)(c) GDPR): Processing necessary to comply with applicable legal requirements, including tax, customs, and trade compliance obligations.

Consent (Art. 6(1)(a) GDPR): Where applicable, processing based on your freely given consent, which you may withdraw at any time.

Data Sharing

We may share personal data with the following categories of recipients:

  • Trade counterparties: Relevant business information is shared between manufacturers and buyers as necessary to facilitate B2B transactions.
  • Service providers: Third-party providers who assist with platform hosting, payment processing, logistics coordination, and communication services, under appropriate data processing agreements.
  • Legal and regulatory authorities: When required by applicable law, regulation, or legal process.
  • Professional advisors: Legal, accounting, and compliance advisors engaged by Continental Export Import S.R.L.

We do not sell personal data to third parties.

Data Retention

We retain personal data for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes for which it was collected, including:

  • Active account data: retained for the duration of the business relationship and for a reasonable period thereafter
  • Transaction records: retained for the period required by applicable tax and commercial law (typically 5–10 years)
  • Communication records: retained for up to 3 years after the last interaction
  • Technical logs: retained for up to 12 months

Your Rights

Under the GDPR, you have the following rights regarding your personal data:

  • Right of access: You may request a copy of the personal data we hold about you.
  • Right to rectification: You may request correction of inaccurate or incomplete personal data.
  • Right to erasure: You may request deletion of your personal data, subject to legal retention obligations.
  • Right to restriction: You may request restriction of processing in certain circumstances.
  • Right to data portability: You may request to receive your personal data in a structured, commonly used, machine-readable format.
  • Right to object: You may object to processing based on legitimate interests or for direct marketing purposes.
  • Right to withdraw consent: Where processing is based on consent, you may withdraw consent at any time without affecting the lawfulness of prior processing.

To exercise any of these rights, please contact us at info@premial.eu.

Cookies

Premial.eu uses cookies and similar technologies to ensure the proper functioning of the platform and to improve user experience. For detailed information about the cookies we use, please refer to our Cookie Policy.

International Data Transfers

As Premial facilitates trade between non-EU manufacturers and EU buyers, some personal data may be transferred to or accessed from countries outside the European Economic Area. Where such transfers occur, we ensure appropriate safeguards are in place in accordance with GDPR requirements, including standard contractual clauses or adequacy decisions.

Data Security

We implement appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect personal data against unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction. These measures include encryption of data in transit, access controls, and regular security assessments.

Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices or applicable law. The most current version will always be available on this page. We encourage you to review this policy periodically.

Contact

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

Continental Export Import S.R.L.
Email: info@premial.eu
Website: premial.eu

Last updated: April 2026