Effective Date: November 23, 2024
BIDABID Auction (“we,” “us,” or “our”) values your trust and is committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy (“Policy”) explains how we collect, protect, and use the personal information (“Personal Information”) you (“User,” “you,” or “your”) may provide on our websites bidabid.us or bidabid.hibid.com (collectively referred to as the “Website” or “Service”) and any related products and services (collectively, the “Services”). It also describes your choices regarding the use of your Personal Information and how you can access, update, or delete this information.
By accessing and using our Website and Services, you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agree to be bound by the terms of this Policy. If you do not agree, please refrain from using the Website and Services.
This Policy does not apply to companies we do not own or control, or to individuals we do not employ or manage.
Automatic Collection of Information
We prioritize customer data security and adhere to a minimal data collection policy. Our Website and Services are designed to collect only the information strictly necessary for their functionality and maintenance.
We do not actively collect device-specific information, such as your browser type, operating system, IP address, or device identifiers. However, basic server logs may be generated automatically by our platform provider, WordPress, as part of their standard operations. This information, which may include IP addresses or other technical data, is managed by WordPress and is not accessible to us. For more details on WordPress’s handling of such data, please refer to their privacy policy.
Any information that is automatically collected through our Website is used solely for:
– Identifying potential cases of abuse or technical issues to ensure the security and stability of our Services.
– Reviewing aggregated, non-identifiable data, such as general website traffic patterns, to improve the functionality and performance of our Website.
This statistical information is fully anonymized and is not aggregated in a way that identifies any particular user.
User-Submitted Information
You may use the Website and Services without revealing your identity. However, to access certain features or services, you may need to provide specific Personal Information. We collect and store any information you knowingly provide when filling out online forms, such as during making inquiries or subscribing to updates. This information typically includes your name, email address, and your preferences for SMS communications. Providing this information is voluntary, and you are not obligated to provide it. However, choosing not to provide certain details may limit your ability to access specific features or participate in our auctions. Your marketing preferences, including your subscription status for promotional communications, will be stored and used in accordance with this Privacy Policy. If you have any questions or need clarification about the information required, please feel free to contact us.
How Information is Collected
We collect your Personal Information through the following methods:
1. Automatically Collected Information:
Certain technical data, such as server logs or website traffic patterns, may be collected automatically by our platform provider, WordPress. This information is anonymized and not linked to individual users.
2. Information You Provide Voluntarily:
Personal Information is collected when you:
– Subscribe to updates.
– Submit inquiries by filling out forms on the Website.
– Contact us for support via email, messages, or other communication methods.
3. Third-Party Sources:
We may obtain additional Personal Information from public databases, marketing partners, or affiliates, as permitted by law.
Purpose of Data Collection
We collect and use your Personal Information to make the Website and Services available to you or to comply with legal obligations. If you do not provide the requested information, we may not be able to provide the requested products or services. Your Personal Information may be used for the following purposes:
– To fulfill and manage orders, and deliver products or services.
– To respond to inquiries, provide customer support, and resolve disputes.
– To send you marketing or promotional communications (only with your consent).
– To request feedback for improving our Website and Services.
– To protect against fraud, abuse, and other malicious activities.
– To comply with legal requirements and enforce our policies.
The processing of your Personal Information depends on your interaction with the Website and Services, your location, and the applicable legal basis. This may include your consent, the necessity to fulfill an agreement, compliance with legal obligations, tasks carried out in the public interest, or our legitimate interests. If requested, we will provide clarification on the specific legal basis applicable to your case.
Use and Processing of Information
The way we use and process your Personal Information depends on how you interact with our Website and Services, your location, and the applicable legal basis. This may include:
– Contractual Necessity: To fulfill a contract with you, such as processing your purchases.
– Legal Compliance: To meet legal obligations or respond to government requests.
– Legitimate Interests: To improve our Services or protect against fraud and abuse.
We will clarify the specific legal basis for processing upon request.
Data Sharing
We may share your Personal Information with trusted third parties, affiliates, and subsidiaries when necessary to operate the Website and Services. These third parties are authorized to use your information only for designated purposes and are required to adhere to our privacy policies.
We may share your Personal Information under specific circumstances, including:
– With Service Providers: To assist with payment processing, order fulfillment, or customer support.
– With Affiliates: To offer related products or services, subject to the same privacy protections described in this Policy.
– For Legal Compliance: To comply with applicable laws, regulations, or court orders, or to respond to governmental or regulatory requests.
– To Protect Our Rights: To protect the rights, property, or safety of BIDABID Auction, our users, or the public.
– In Business Transitions: If we undergo a merger, acquisition, or sale, your Personal Information may be transferred as part of the assets.
– To Protect Against Fraud or Security Risks: To detect, prevent, or address fraud, security, or technical issues.
We do not sell, rent, or share your Personal Information with third parties for marketing purposes without your explicit consent. Additionally, your phone number and SMS consent information will never be shared with third parties for marketing purposes.
Cookies
Our Website operates on the WordPress platform, which may use cookies to support essential functionality, such as session management or basic traffic analysis. These cookies are managed by WordPress as part of their platform services and are not directly configured or controlled by BIDABID.
You can manage or disable cookies through your browser settings. Please note that disabling cookies may limit some functionality of the Website. For further information on managing cookies, we recommend consulting your browser’s settings or support resources.
SMS Consent
We respect your choice regarding SMS communications. You will only receive SMS notifications if you explicitly opt in. You may opt in during certain interactions with our Website such as completing forms.
You can opt out of SMS communications at any time by following the instructions provided in the message or contacting us directly. We do not share phone numbers with third parties for SMS purposes.
Information Security
We are committed to protecting your Personal Information through reasonable administrative, physical, and technical safeguards. Our Website operates on the WordPress platform, which provides hosting on controlled servers with built-in technical safeguards to protect data from unauthorized access, disclosure, alteration, or destruction.
In addition to WordPress’s measures, we may store limited Personal Information in our internal systems to facilitate customer support, order management, or other operational needs. Access to this information is restricted to authorized personnel only, and we enforce strict administrative practices to prevent unauthorized access, use, or disclosure.
We regularly review and update our internal procedures to enhance data protection. While we strive to follow industry-standard practices to secure your data, no system can guarantee absolute security. If you suspect any unauthorized access to your Personal Information or have concerns about data security, please contact us immediately.
Data Retention
We retain your Personal Information only as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this Privacy Policy. These purposes include providing Services, complying with legal obligations, resolving disputes, and enforcing agreements or our policies.
After the applicable retention period expires, or if the information is no longer required for the stated purposes, it will be securely deleted or anonymized. Aggregated data derived from your Personal Information may be retained for analytical purposes but will not identify you personally.
Please note that once the retention period expires, certain rights related to your Personal Information, such as access, erasure, rectification, or data portability, may no longer be enforceable.
Your Rights
Depending on applicable laws, you may have the following rights regarding your Personal Information:
– Access: Request a copy of the Personal Information.
– Correction: Update inaccurate or incomplete information.
– Deletion: Request the deletion of your data, subject to legal and operational requirements.
– Portability: Obtain a machine-readable copy of your data, if applicable.
To exercise your rights, please contact us at [email protected]. We will respond in accordance with applicable laws and this Privacy Policy.
Changes and Amendments
We reserve the right to modify this Privacy Policy at any time to reflect changes in our practices, services, or legal obligations. Material changes will be communicated through email or a notice on our Website, and the “effective date” at the bottom of this page will be updated accordingly.
The most current version of this Privacy Policy will always be available on our Website and supersedes any previous versions. We encourage you to review this Policy periodically to stay informed about how we handle your Personal Information.
Your continued use of the Website and Services after any changes constitutes your acceptance of the updated Policy.
Acceptance of This Policy
By accessing or using the Website and Services, you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agreed to this Privacy Policy. If you do not agree to the terms, you are not authorized to use the Website or Services.
Contact Information
If you have any questions or concerns about this Policy, contact us at:
BIDABID Auction
Email: [email protected]
Phone: (949) 620-9000
Website: bidabid.us