Privacy Policy

Privacy Policy for Bidyourself.com

Effective Date: 11/01/2024

Introduction

Welcome to Bidyourself.com ("we", "us", or "our"). We operate an online auction and real estate promotion platform, where buyers can bid for properties. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, store, and protect your personal data when you visit and interact with our website and services. By using our services, you consent to the data practices described in this policy.

Information We Collect

We collect several types of information to provide and improve our services:

1. Personal Data
   When you use our services, we may ask you to provide personally identifiable information that can be used to contact or identify you. This may include:
   
   • Name
   • Email Address
   • Phone Number
   • Mailing Address (including state, ZIP code, and city)
   • Credit Card and payment details (through third-party payment processors)

1. Usage Data
   We collect data about how you use our services. This includes:
   
   • IP address
   • Browser type and version
   • Pages visited
   • Date and time of your visit
   • Duration of time spent on each page
   • Device type and unique device identifiers

1. Cookies and Tracking Technologies
   We use cookies and other tracking technologies to improve your experience on our website. Cookies are small data files stored on your device that help us recognize your preferences, enhance website performance, and collect statistical data.
   You can configure your browser to reject all cookies or notify you when a cookie is sent, but note that some features of our services may not function properly if cookies are disabled.

How We Use Your Information

We use the information we collect for various purposes, including:

• To provide, maintain, and improve our services
• To process transactions and manage bidding activities
• To communicate with you, including sending transaction-related emails, customer support, and service notifications
• To analyze usage and improve website performance
• To detect, prevent, and address technical issues
• To comply with legal obligations and protect our rights

Third-Party Service Providers

We may share your personal information with third-party service providers to help us operate our services. These may include:

• Payment processors like PayPal, Stripe, and others for secure transaction processing
• Web hosting and analytics providers such as Google Analytics for website performance and usage analysis
• Marketing partners for targeted ads and remarketing efforts

These third parties are required to handle your data securely and are restricted from using your data for purposes other than those related to their services.

Data Transfer

Your data, including Personal Data, may be transferred to — and maintained on — computers located outside your state, province, or country. If you are located outside of the United States and choose to provide us with information, you consent to the transfer and processing of your data in the United States.

Disclosure of Data

We may disclose your Personal Data under the following circumstances:

• To comply with legal obligations, including responding to lawful requests from public authorities (e.g., court orders)
• To protect the rights, property, or safety of Bidyourself.com, our users, or the public
• To investigate fraud, abuse, or other unlawful activities in connection with our services

Security of Data

While we strive to protect your data using commercially acceptable security measures, please understand that no method of transmission over the internet or electronic storage is 100% secure. We implement industry-standard encryption (SSL/TLS) for secure data transmission and storage.

Third-Party Links

Our website may contain links to third-party websites that are not controlled by us. We are not responsible for the privacy practices or the content of any third-party websites. We encourage you to review their privacy policies before providing them with personal information.

Children’s Privacy

Our services are not intended for children under 18 years of age. We do not knowingly collect personal data from anyone under the age of 18. If you are a parent or guardian and become aware that your child has provided us with personal data, please contact us immediately so we can delete such information.

Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Any changes will be posted on this page with an updated "Effective Date". We encourage you to review this policy periodically for any changes. Continued use of our services after any modifications to this Privacy Policy will constitute your acknowledgment of the changes.

Your Data Protection Rights

Depending on your location, you may have certain rights regarding your personal data. These may include:

• The right to access and receive a copy of your data
• The right to correct or update your information
• The right to request the deletion of your data
• The right to restrict or object to the processing of your data

To exercise any of these rights, please contact us at the details provided below.

Contact Us

If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy or our data practices, please contact us:

• Email: bidyourself@yahoo.com
• Phone: Will Cupp – 865-654-9807