Privacy Policy

Last Updated: June 2026

At Global Merchant, operational integrity and client trust are our highest priorities. This Privacy Policy describes how Global Merchant LLC ("Company", "we", "our", or "us") collects, uses, shares, and protects the personal and corporate information of our users who visit globalmerchant.co ("Website") and utilize our non-resident business infrastructure services.

By using our Website or purchasing our services, you consent to the data practices described in this policy.

1. Information We Collect

To successfully form your US business and configure your merchant infrastructure, we must collect specific personal and corporate data, including:

  • Personal Identifiers: Full legal name, date of birth, nationality, passport or national government ID copies (required for legal verification and compliance frameworks).

  • Contact Information: Email address, physical international address, and telephone number.

  • Corporate & Infrastructure Data: Desired business names, business descriptions, and industry types.

  • Payment Information: Billing details, credit/debit card numbers, or banking information processed securely via our encrypted third-party payment gateways. We do not store raw card details on our servers.

2. How We Use Your Information

We use the collected information strictly to execute the services you purchase, specifically to:

  • Register and file your US LLC with state corporate registries (specializing in Missouri).

  • Submit applications to the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) to procure your Employer Identification Number (EIN).

  • Provision your secure US physical business address and set up legal Registered Agent services.

  • Facilitate applications and documentation configurations for third-party financial layers like Payoneer and Stripe merchant gateways.

  • Communicate critical updates, legal compliance notifications, and invoice receipts regarding your corporate infrastructure.

3. Sharing of Information with Third Parties

We do not sell, rent, or lease your personal data to third parties. We share your information only with trusted entities necessary to fulfill your contracted services:

  • Government Registries: Personal and business details are submitted to state filing divisions (e.g., State of Missouri) and the IRS to legally form your corporate structures.

  • Financial & Processing Partners: Information is securely coordinated with platform partners (such as Payoneer and Stripe) to assist you in opening corporate banking and payment gateway nodes.

  • Legal Compliance: We may disclose your information if required to do so by law, court order, or federal regulation, or to protect the safety and rights of Global Merchant LLC, our clients, or the public.

4. Data Security and Retention

  • Security Meaures: We implement industry-standard administrative, technical, and physical security protocols to safeguard your personal data from unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction.

  • Retention Period: We retain your business formation records and identifiers for as long as your corporate entity remains an active client with our registered agent services, or as mandated by federal record-keeping and tax regulations.

5. Your Rights and Data Access

Depending on your country of residence, you may possess specific rights regarding your personal data. You have the right to:

  • Request access to the personal data we hold about you.

  • Request corrections to any inaccurate or incomplete information.

  • Request the erasure of your personal data, subject to any legal, tax, or corporate maintenance obligations that require us to retain it by law.

To exercise any of these rights, please submit a formal request to our privacy team at info@globalmerchant.co.

6. Cookies and Tracking Technologies

Our website uses standard cookies and tracking pixels to optimize user experience, analyze web traffic patterns, and deliver relevant content. You can choose to adjust your personal browser settings to refuse cookies, though doing so may limit your ability to use certain features on our site.

7. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We reserve the right to modify this Privacy Policy at any discretion. When updates are published, we will immediately revise the "Last Updated" date at the top of this document. We encourage our clients to periodically review this page to remain informed on how we protect their operational privacy.

8. Contact Information

For questions, concerns, or data requests regarding this Privacy Policy, please contact us at:

  • Company Name: Global Merchant LLC

  • Email Contact: info@globalmerchant.co

  • Mailing Address: 117 S Lexington St, Harrisonville, MO 64701, USA