What is AL Circle?
AL Circle is the world’s first and fastest-growing digital ecosystem, dedicated to the aluminium industry across the entire value chain, across the world. It’s a hub for the latest news and information, B2B matchmaking and trade, price data and industry events update, exclusive interviews and opinion pieces, marketing solutions for aluminium companies, courses and learning tools- all in one place.
What's the difference between AL NEWS, AL BIZ, and AL LEARN?
AL Circle is broadly divided into 3 verticals, with each feeding from and into each other, to inform the ecosystem.
AL NEWS is our flagship vertical that primarily focuses on news and information, market updates and industry events.
AL BIZ is our fastest growing vertical that focus on trade, B2B matchmaking and discoverability.
AL LEARN is our newest vertical that specialises in market research and data intelligence, along with a host of learning tools, to enable aluminium industry professionals to upskill themselves and make informed decisions at the workplace.
Which countries/regions does AL Circle serve?
AL Circle can be accessed from anywhere in the world. We currently have users from 190+ countries.
How is AL Circle different from other aluminium industry platforms or trade directories?
While every platform has its own strengths, what makes AL Circle different is that - 1. We are the only platform that offers end-to-end solutions to the aluminium industry- from news and updates, to trade, to upskilling. 2. We are not restricted to one or some value chain segments. AL Circle is for the entire aluminium value-chain and the players in it, throughout the world. 3. We use AI models to analyze user behavior and industry data, connecting the dots to deliver a highly personalized experience that is unmatched.
Does AL Circle need a paid subscription?
No. You can explore and use the AL Circle ecosystem without needing to pay. However, some of our premium services are only available to paid customers. You can check the details of our paid services and products here-
/promote-with-al-circleIs my data safe with AL Circle?
Yes. Your data is handled securely throughout the platform, with the same care and safeguards you'd expect from any large global brand.
How does AL Circle prevent fraudulent listings or buyers?
We verify supplier and buyer profiles as part of our onboarding process, and our team actively monitors listings and enquiries for suspicious activity. If anything looks irregular, our support team investigates and takes appropriate action, which may include restricting or removing an account.
How is my company data and enquiry information used or shared?
Your company data and enquiry information are used to facilitate connections between buyers and suppliers on the platform and to improve your experience on AL Circle. We do not sell your data to third parties.
Can I report a supplier/buyer for suspicious behavior?
Yes. If you come across suspicious behavior from a supplier or buyer, please report it to us at
support@alcircle.com with as much detail as possible, and our team will look into it.
Is my data shared with third parties or advertisers?
We do not sell your personal data to third parties. Some limited data may be shared with service providers who help us operate the platform (e.g., hosting, analytics), under confidentiality obligations. For full details, please refer to our
Privacy Policy.
Is there a mobile app, or is AL Circle web-only?
AL Circle is accessible via web browser on both mobile and desktop devices. We also offer a Progressive Web App (PWA), available on both the Android and iOS app stores, for a more app-like experience on your phone.
What browsers/devices are supported?
AL Circle works on all major modern browsers, including Chrome, Firefox, Safari, and Edge, on both desktop and mobile devices. For a smoother mobile experience, you can also install our Progressive Web App (PWA), available on the Android and iOS app stores. For the best experience, we recommend keeping your browser updated to its latest version.
How do I unsubscribe from emails without losing my account?
You can unsubscribe from marketing or newsletter emails using the “Unsubscribe” link at the bottom of any such email. This only stops those specific email communications — your account and login access remain unaffected.
For any issue not covered here, please contact AL Circle support. support@alcircle.com
Who can I contact for help?
You can reach us at
support@alcircle.com for any login issues or questions about the platform merge.
Can I access AL Circle on mobile and desktop with the same login?
Yes. Your single login works across both mobile and desktop — there's no separate account needed for either.
Will my bookmarks, RFQs, comments etc. be saved?
Yes. Your past bookmarks, inquiries, comments etc. carry over to the new unified platform and remain accessible under your account.
