Privacy Policy

Information We Collect

We may collect information that you provide directly when you create an account, list an item, place a bid, make a purchase, contact us or otherwise use BidFlag.

Depending on how you use the platform, this may include:

• Name and account information.
• Email address and contact information.
• Billing, payment or transaction information where necessary to process a transaction.
• Listing, auction and purchase information.
• Messages and communications with BidFlag or other users through supported features.
• Information you voluntarily provide to us.

Information Collected Automatically

When you visit BidFlag, certain technical information may be collected automatically through your browser, device or other technologies.

• IP address.
• Browser and device information.
• Operating system information.
• Pages viewed and actions taken on the website.
• Approximate usage and interaction information.

How We Use Information

BidFlag may use information we collect to operate, maintain and improve the marketplace and provide requested services.

• Create and manage user accounts.
• Process transactions and marketplace activities.
• Support auctions, listings, purchases and sales.
• Communicate with users about their accounts or transactions.
• Respond to questions and customer-service requests.
• Detect fraud, abuse or suspicious activity.
• Improve website functionality and user experience.
• Comply with applicable legal obligations.

Marketplace Information

Some information associated with marketplace activity may be visible to other users. For example, information contained in a public listing may be displayed so that buyers can evaluate an item.

Payments

Payments may be processed through third-party payment providers. Payment information may be handled directly by the applicable payment provider in accordance with its own privacy and security practices.

BidFlag may receive information necessary to confirm, manage or reconcile transactions.

Cookies & Similar Technologies

BidFlag may use cookies and similar technologies to support website functionality, remember preferences, understand website usage and improve the user experience.

Additional information about cookies and related technologies is provided in our Cookie Policy.

Sharing Information

We may share information with service providers and other parties when reasonably necessary to operate BidFlag and provide our services.

Information may also be disclosed when required by law, legal process, to protect rights and safety, or to investigate fraud, abuse or security issues.

We do not intend to sell personal information simply for the purpose of allowing third parties to independently market their products to you.

Data Security

BidFlag takes reasonable measures designed to protect information against unauthorized access, misuse, alteration or disclosure.

However, no website, online service or method of electronic transmission can be guaranteed to be completely secure.

Data Retention

We may retain information for as long as reasonably necessary to provide our services, maintain business records, resolve disputes, enforce agreements and comply with applicable legal requirements.

Your Choices

Depending on applicable law and the nature of the information, you may have rights relating to your personal information.

You may also update certain account information through your account settings where those features are available.

If you have a privacy-related request or question, please contact BidFlag.

Children's Privacy

BidFlag is not intended for individuals who are not legally permitted to use the marketplace under applicable law.

We do not knowingly seek to collect personal information from children where such collection is prohibited by law.

Third-Party Services

BidFlag may contain links to or integrations with third-party websites and services.

Third-party services operate under their own policies and terms. BidFlag is not responsible for the privacy practices of third-party websites or services that it does not control.

Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes to our services, practices or applicable requirements.

The updated version will be posted on this page with a revised effective date.