Privacy Policy

Effective Date: Jul 15, 2026
Last Updated: Jul 15, 2026

Global Industrial & Defence Solutions (Private) Limited (“GIDS,” “we,” “us,” or “our”) respects your privacy and is committed to protecting the personal information you share with us. This Privacy Policy explains what information we collect through our website gids.com.pk and related digital channels (collectively, the “Website”), how we use and safeguard it, and the rights available to you.

By accessing or using the Website, you acknowledge that you have read and understood this Privacy Policy. If you do not agree with any part of it, please discontinue use of the Website.

1. Scope of This Policy

This Policy applies to information collected through the Website and through direct correspondence initiated via the Website (email, contact forms, telephone, and RFP or inquiry submissions). It does not apply to information governed by separate confidentiality agreements, contracts, or non-disclosure arrangements that we may enter into with clients, government agencies, or business partners, which will prevail over this Policy to the extent of any conflict.

2. Transparency

GIDS is committed to being transparent about how we collect, use, store, and share your information. This Policy is written in plain language to help you understand our practices. We only collect information that is necessary for legitimate business, legal, or security purposes, and we do not sell your personal data to any third party.

3. Information We Collect

We may collect the following categories of information:

a. Information you provide directly to us:

  • Full name, designation, rank, and official title
  • Name of the government agency, armed force, ministry, or organization you represent
  • Business or official email address, phone number, and postal address
  • Country and jurisdiction of the requesting entity
  • The content of your inquiry, RFP, RFI, tender question, or correspondence
  • Any technical requirements, specifications, or documentation you share with us
  • Credentials or documents provided to verify your authority to make an inquiry

b. Information collected automatically:

  • IP address and approximate geographic location
  • Browser type, device type, operating system, and screen resolution
  • Pages visited, time on page, referring URL, and click activity
  • Date and time of visit, and language settings
  • Cookies and similar tracking technologies (see Section 11)

c. Information from third parties:

  • Verification information from government bodies, authorized business partners, or defense export authorities
  • Publicly available information about the organization you represent
  • Screening data from sanctions, denied-parties, and end-user compliance lists
4. How We Use Your Information

We use the information we collect for the following purposes:

  • To respond to your inquiries, RFPs, RFIs, and tender-related requests
  • To verify the identity and legitimacy of prospective clients and inquirers
  • To conduct due diligence and compliance screening, including sanctions and end-user checks
  • To process participation in procurement processes, tenders, and exhibitions
  • To communicate updates, product briefings, and event invitations to approved contacts
  • To improve our Website, content, and user experience through analytics
  • To detect, prevent, and respond to security incidents, fraud, and unauthorized access
  • To comply with applicable laws, regulations, court orders, and government directives
  • To enforce our Terms & Conditions and protect the legal rights of GIDS and its personnel
5. Legal Basis for Processing

We process your personal information on one or more of the following legal bases:

  • Consent — where you have voluntarily submitted information through a contact form or inquiry channel
  • Legitimate interests — including business development, security, and compliance activities
  • Legal obligation — where processing is required by Pakistani law, export control regulations, or international obligations binding on GIDS
  • Contractual necessity — where processing is necessary to enter into or perform a contract with the entity you represent
6. User Control & Your Rights

You have the right to:

  • Request access to the personal information we hold about you
  • Request correction of inaccurate or incomplete information
  • Request deletion of your personal information, subject to legal and contractual retention requirements
  • Object to or request restriction of certain processing activities
  • Withdraw your consent at any time, where processing is based on consent
  • Request a copy of your information in a portable format, where technically feasible
  • Lodge a complaint with the relevant data protection or regulatory authority

To exercise any of these rights, please contact us using the details in Section 17. We may require reasonable verification of your identity before acting on your request. Certain requests may be limited or refused where retention is required by law, export control regulations, or ongoing security obligations.

7. Data Sharing & Disclosure

We do not sell, rent, or trade your personal information. We may share information only in the following circumstances:

  • Government and regulatory authorities — including the Ministry of Defence Production, Strategic Export Control Division (SECDIV), and other Pakistani regulatory bodies where disclosure is required by law or in connection with export licensing, end-user verification, or national security obligations
  • Authorized business partners and subcontractors — who are bound by written confidentiality obligations and process information solely on our instructions
  • Professional advisors — including auditors, legal counsel, and compliance advisors bound by professional duties of confidentiality
  • Successors in interest — in the event of a corporate restructuring, subject to equivalent protections
  • Law enforcement and judicial authorities — where required by valid legal process

We do not disclose personal information to entities located in jurisdictions subject to Pakistani sanctions or export restrictions.

8. International Data Transfers

GIDS is headquartered in Pakistan and processes information primarily within Pakistan. Where information is transferred outside Pakistan — for example, when communicating with international clients, exhibition organizers, or authorized partners — we take reasonable steps to ensure that appropriate safeguards are in place, including contractual protections and compliance with applicable export control laws.

9. Legal Compliance

GIDS complies with all applicable data protection, information security, and export control laws of the Islamic Republic of Pakistan, including but not limited to the Prevention of Electronic Crimes Act, 2016 (PECA), the Export Control Act, 2004, and rules and regulations issued thereunder. We also observe international obligations relevant to defense-related communications and dual-use technology.

10. Data Security

We implement technical, administrative, and physical safeguards designed to protect personal information from unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction. These include:

  • Encryption of data in transit using industry-standard protocols (TLS/HTTPS)
  • Access controls restricting sensitive commercial and technical information to authorized personnel on a need-to-know basis
  • Secure hosting environments with monitored network perimeters
  • Regular security reviews, vulnerability assessments, and audits
  • Staff training on information security, confidentiality, and export compliance
  • Incident response procedures for handling suspected breaches

While we take reasonable measures to protect your information, no method of transmission or electronic storage is completely secure. You are responsible for keeping your own credentials and communications confidential.

11. Cookies & Tracking Technologies

The Website uses cookies and similar technologies to operate essential functions, remember preferences, and analyze traffic patterns. Cookies are small data files stored on your device. We use the following categories:

  • Strictly necessary cookies — required for the Website to function
  • Performance and analytics cookies — help us understand how visitors use the Website
  • Preference cookies — remember your language and display settings

You can control cookies through your browser settings. Disabling certain cookies may affect the functionality of the Website.

12. Third-Party Links

The Website may contain links to third-party websites, including social media platforms and partner sites. We are not responsible for the privacy practices or content of those websites. We encourage you to review the privacy policies of any third-party site you visit.

13. Children’s Privacy

The Website is intended for adult professional audiences, including authorized representatives of government agencies, armed forces, and defense-sector organizations. It is not directed at children. We do not knowingly collect personal information from anyone under the age of 18. If we become aware that we have inadvertently collected such information, we will promptly delete it.

14. Retention Policy

We retain personal information only for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes described in this Policy, including:

  • The duration of any active inquiry, tender, or contractual relationship
  • Periods required by applicable laws, tax regulations, and audit requirements
  • Periods required to defend legal claims or comply with regulatory investigations
  • Periods required by export control and defense procurement record-keeping obligations

When information is no longer required, we will securely delete, destroy, or anonymize it in accordance with our internal data retention procedures.

15. Sensitive & Classified Information

The Website is not a channel for the exchange of classified, restricted, or export-controlled technical information. Please do not submit classified data, technical drawings, source code, or controlled specifications through public contact forms or unencrypted email. Any exchange of sensitive technical or commercial information will be handled through secure channels under a separate written non-disclosure agreement.

16. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices, legal requirements, or business operations. The “Last Updated” date at the top of this Policy indicates when it was most recently revised. Material changes will be highlighted on the Website. Your continued use of the Website after any update constitutes acceptance of the revised Policy.

17. Contact Us

If you have questions, concerns, or requests regarding this Privacy Policy or the handling of your personal information, please contact us:

Global Industrial & Defence Solutions
GIDS, Complex II, Chaklala Garrison, Rawalpindi, Pakistan
Telephone: +92-51-9280061 / +92-51-9280062
Email: info@gids.com.pk