Effective Date: 1/1/2025

 

At www. auctionjunction.org (“we”, “us”, “our”), we are committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your personal information when you use our online auction platform, www.auctionjunction.org (“the site”). By using the site, you consent to the practices described in this policy.

 

We collect the following types of personal information when you use our site:

 

Account Information: When you create an account, we collect personal details such as your name, email address, phone number, and billing/shipping address.

 

Payment Information: To process transactions, we collect payment-related information such as credit card numbers, billing addresses, and other financial details. This information is processed securely through third-party payment processors.

 

Auction Activity: We collect data about your bids, auction history, and item listings.

 

Communication: If you contact us via email, customer service, or chat, we may collect information related to your inquiry or request.

 

Device and Usage Information: We may collect non-personally identifiable information such as your IP address, browser type, device type, and usage patterns on our website through cookies and other tracking technologies.

 

We use your personal information for the following purposes:

 

Provide Services: To facilitate your participation in auctions, manage your account, process transactions, and communicate auction results.

 

Customer Support: To respond to inquiries, address complaints, and provide customer support services.

 

Marketing and Promotions: We may use your email address or phone number to send you promotional offers, auction updates, or newsletters. You can opt out of receiving marketing communications at any time by following the instructions in the emails or contacting us directly.

 

Fraud Prevention: To detect and prevent fraudulent activities, unauthorized access, or other violations of our terms of service.

 

Improve User Experience: To analyze usage data, improve our website, and enhance the overall user experience.

 

We may share your personal information in the following circumstances:

 

Service Providers: We may share your information with trusted third-party service providers who help us operate our website, process payments, and provide customer support. These service providers are obligated to protect your personal information.

 

Legal Compliance: We may disclose your information when required by law, to comply with legal processes, or to protect the rights, property, and safety of our users and ourselves.

 

Business Transfers: In the event of a merger, acquisition, or sale of assets, your personal information may be transferred to the new entity. We will notify you of such changes as required by law.

 

We use cookies and similar tracking technologies to improve your experience on our website, analyze trends, and gather information about your usage patterns. Cookies are small files stored on your device that help us remember your preferences, authentication details, and improve website functionality.

You can manage cookie preferences in your browser settings. However, please note that disabling cookies may impact your ability to use certain features of the site.

 

We take the security of your personal information seriously and use industry-standard security measures, including encryption and secure servers, to protect your data from unauthorized access, disclosure, alteration, or destruction.

However, no data transmission over the internet or electronic storage method is completely secure. While we strive to protect your personal information, we cannot guarantee its absolute security.

 

You have the following rights regarding your personal data:

 

Access and Update: You can access, update, or correct your account information at any time by logging into your account.

 

Opt-Out of Marketing: If you no longer wish to receive promotional communications, you can opt-out by clicking the “unsubscribe” link in our emails or by contacting us directly.

 

Data Deletion: You can request that we delete your account and personal information by contacting us. Please note that certain information may be retained as required by law.

 

If you are located outside of USA, please be aware that your personal information may be transferred to and processed in USA or other jurisdictions where our servers are located. By using the site, you consent to the transfer of your information to these locations.

 

www.auctionjunction.org does not knowingly collect or solicit personal information from children under the age of 13. If we become aware that we have collected personal information from a child under 13, we will take steps to delete that information.

 

We reserve the right to modify this Privacy Policy at any time. Any changes will be posted on this page, and the “Effective Date” will be updated. We encourage you to review this Privacy Policy periodically to stay informed about how we are protecting your information.

 

If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy or how we handle your personal data, please contact us at:

 

Email: heather@auctionjunction.org

Phone: 970-270-4132

Address: 802 1st Ave unit D, Grand Junction, Colorado 81501