Shanghai Steel Information Technology Co.,Ltd and affiliated companies("Steel Searcher","ZG Group","we","our",or"us")operates this website to provide information about our products and services. We respect the personal information and privacy of you(including but not limited to individuals and businesses accessing this website through wired or mobile devices ) and are committed to protecting your personal information and privacy.Considering that we may collect and use your relevant information when you access our website, services and/or otherwise engage with us, in order to clarify the rules for collecting, using, sharing, managing, and protecting your information, we have formulated this "Privacy Policy" (hereinafter referred to as "this policy").

Note that we may change this privacy from time to time by updating this page. This policy does not apply to any third-party websites, plug-ins or applications to which you may be directed from our website. Clicking on those links or enabling those connections may allow third parties to collect or share information about you and so we encourage you to read the privacy policies/notices on the other websites you visit. We do not accept any responsibility or liability for the privacy practices of such third parties and your use of them is at your own risk.

1. Information We Collect

When providing services, our website may collect, store, and use the following information related to users (which may include your sensitive personal information. Once such sensitive personal information is leaked or illegally used, it may have an adverse impact on your personal rights). If you do not provide relevant information, they may not be able to register as members of this website or enjoy certain services provided by this website, or achieve the intended effects of the relevant services.We collect these types of information:

1.1 Contact Information:

When you fill out our "Request a Quote" or contact form, we may collect your contact information includes personal data such as your name, title, position, the company you work for, your postal address, email address, phone number and inquiry details. We require the above information in order to engage with you for business purposes.

1.2 Analytical Information:

Information automatically collected via Google Analytics, cookies and other similar technologies, such as your device type, region, pages visited, and time spent. This information helps us understand visitor preferences and improve site performance. Processing such information is necessary for us to pursue our legitimate interests in improving our website and providing a more relevant service to our clients. This information is not used to develop a personal profile of you.

2. How We Use the Information

Your information is used to:

2.1 Respond to your quotation and inquiry requests or other cooperation requests;

2.2 Analyze website traffic and optimize user experience.

3. Sharing, Transfer, and Public Disclosure of User Information

We will not share, transfer, or publicly disclose your personal information to any individual, company, or organization other than Steel Searcher, except in the following circumstances:

(1) According to this policy or with your explicit consent or authorization obtained in advance;

(2) When necessary in accordance with applicable laws, regulations, legal procedures, mandatory administrative or judicial requirements;

(3) To provide you with comprehensive products and services and improve your convenience in using them, we share your personal information among affiliated companies of Steel Searcher;

(4) Within the scope permitted by laws and regulations, in order to protect the interests, property, or safety of Steel Searcher and its affiliates or partners, you or other Steel Searcher users, or society from harm;

(5) According to the agreements or other legal documents signed with you;

In the case of sharing your personal information with affiliated companies of Steel Searcher, we will only share necessary personal information. If we share your sensitive personal information or if the recipient changes the purpose of using and processing your personal information, we will seek your authorization/separate consent again.

You understand and agree that, in accordance with legal provisions, the sharing and transfer of personal information that has undergone de identification processing, and ensuring that the data recipient cannot recover and re identify the personal/corporate information subject, does not constitute external sharing, transfer, or public disclosure of personal information. The storage and processing of such data will not require further notice to you and your consent.

4. Cookies and Analytics

Our website uses Google Analytics to collect anonymous usage data.

These cookies do not identify you personally and are used solely for statistical purposes.

You can disable cookies through your browser settings at any time.

For details, see our Cookie Policy.

5. Data Retention

Data collected through forms may be stored for up to 12 months for communication purposes and then deleted.

Analytical data from Google Analytics may be retained per Google's standard policy.

6. Your Rights

You can contact us to request deletion of your data or ask questions about data use:

Email:admin.ssme@zhaogang.com

7. Contact

Steel Searcher Middle East FZCO

Jumeirah Lakes Towers, Dubai, UAE

Email:admin.ssme@zhaogang.com

8. Effective Date

This policy was updated and released on November 20, 2025, and will take effect on November 20, 2025.