Effective Date: 11-10-2025
Last Updated: 11-10-2025
Governing Law: State of Florida, United States
1. Introduction
Propelas LLC (“Propelas,” “we,” “our,” or “us”) operates Propelas.com, a global marine marketplace. We protect personal and commercial data under:
- U.S. Privacy Laws
- Florida Digital Privacy Standards
- FTC Data Protection Guidelines
- GDPR and CCPA principles (where applicable)
Use of our platform implies acceptance of this policy.
2. Information We Collect
A. Personal Data
- Full name, email, phone number
- Billing and shipping address
- Government-issued ID (if required)
- Credentials and communication history
B. Business & Provider Data
- Company name, tax ID, licenses, certifications
- Bank/payment details
- Marketplace performance metrics and ratings
C. Transaction & Technical Data
- IP address, device, cookies, browser data
- Purchase history and activity
- Behavioral analytics
D. Sensitive Data
Collected only when required for legal verification or fraud prevention.
3. Use of Information
We use data to:
- Operate and secure transactions
- Verify identity and business legitimacy
- Process payments and agreements
- Enforce compliance and platform integrity
- Improve user experience
- Send essential updates and alerts
4. Data Sharing
Shared only when necessary with:
- PCI-compliant payment processors
- Identity verification and fraud partners
- Encrypted cloud hosting providers
- Legal authorities (if subpoenaed)
- Maritime service providers fulfilling transactions
We do not sell personal data. All partners operate under strict Data Processing Agreements (DPAs).
5. Security & Fraud Prevention
We implement:
- 256-bit SSL encryption
- Secure API transactions
- Automated fraud detection
- Restricted internal access
- Continuous monitoring
- Encrypted storage
- Multi-factor authentication
Violations trigger legal action under Florida and Federal cyber laws.
6. Marketplace Compliance
Users agree to:
- Submit truthful credentials
- Avoid fraudulent chargebacks
- Refrain from fake listings or scams
- Accept Florida jurisdiction for disputes
- Allow data retention for legal defense
7. Data Retention
Stored:
- 7 years for financial records (IRS compliance)
- Indefinitely for fraud or legal cases
- Until deletion is legally permissible
8. User Rights
Users may request:
- Access or correction of data
- Account deactivation or deletion
- Copy of stored data (where applicable)
Requests may be denied if data is needed for:
- Fraud investigations
- Legal obligations
- Dispute resolution
- Financial compliance
9. Cookies & Tracking
Used for:
- Platform security
- Analytics
- Fraud detection
- Personalized functionality
Disabling cookies may affect performance.
10. International Users
Data may be processed in the U.S. Use of services implies consent to cross-border transfer under:
- GDPR safeguards
- CCPA protections
- U.S. federal standards
11. Limitation of Liability
Propelas is not liable for:
- False user-submitted data
- Buyer-seller disputes
- Third-party fraud
- Indirect or marketplace losses
We act solely as a transaction facilitation platform, not a legal guarantor.
12. Dispute Resolution
All disputes governed by:
State and Federal Courts – Florida, USA
Arbitration may precede litigation.
Users waive class action rights.
13. Policy Updates
This policy may change without notice. Continued use implies acceptance.
14. Contact
For privacy or legal inquiries:
Email: legal@propelas.com
Address: 10560 nw 78 th st Doral 33178
Summary of Protection Measures
| Risk | Protection |
|---|---|
| Fraud | Identity checks, AI monitoring |
| Lawsuits | Florida jurisdiction, liability limits |
| Data Theft | Encryption, secure hosting, restricted access |
| Fake Providers | Credential validation, account termination |
| Chargebacks | Dispute process, evidence retention |