Privacy Notice

SellaPin ("SellaPin," "we," "us," or "our") respects your privacy and is committed to protecting your personal information. This Privacy Notice explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard information when you access or use our website, services, and auction platform (collectively, the "Service").

By using the Service, you agree to the collection and use of information as described in this Privacy Notice.

1. Information We Collect

We collect information in three primary ways:

1. information you provide directly,
2. information collected automatically, and
3. information from third parties.

A. Information You Provide

When you use SellaPin, you may provide:

• Name
• Email address
• Account username
• Location (city and state)
• Payment method details (stored securely by third-party providers)
• Listings, submissions, photos, and descriptions
• Comments and messages
• Support inquiries and communications

B. Information Collected Automatically

When you access the Service, we may automatically collect:

• IP address
• Browser type and device information
• Operating system
• Pages viewed and actions taken
• Referring URLs
• Date and time of access

This information helps us operate, secure, and improve the platform.

C. Information from Third Parties

We may receive information from:

• Payment processors (confirmation of payment method validity)
• Analytics providers
• Service providers supporting platform functionality

We do not purchase personal data from third-party data brokers.

2. How We Use Information

We use personal information to:

• Operate and maintain the SellaPin platform
• Enable bidding, commenting, and submissions
• Communicate with users regarding accounts, auctions, and support
• Review and curate listings
• Enforce our Terms of Use
• Detect fraud, abuse, or policy violations
• Improve site performance and user experience
• Comply with legal obligations

We do not use personal information for materially different purposes without notice.

3. How Information Is Shared

We may share information:

A. With Other Users

Buyer and seller contact information may be shared after an auction concludes to complete a transaction.

Usernames and comments are visible publicly where applicable.

B. With Service Providers

We share information with vendors who help us operate the Service, including:

• Hosting providers
• Analytics services
• Customer support tools
• Payment processors

These providers are authorized to use information only as necessary to provide services to SellaPin.

C. Legal & Compliance

We may disclose information if required by law, legal process, or to protect the rights, safety, or integrity of SellaPin or its users.

4. Payments & Financial Information

SellaPin does not store full payment card numbers.

Payment information is processed and stored securely by third-party payment processors in accordance with their own privacy and security practices.

5. Cookies & Tracking Technologies

We use cookies and similar technologies to:

• Keep you logged in
• Remember preferences
• Analyze site usage
• Improve performance and reliability

You can manage cookie preferences through your browser settings. Disabling cookies may affect site functionality.

6. User Content

Listings, comments, and other content you submit may be visible to other users and the public.

Please do not submit personal information you do not wish to be public.

7. Data Retention

We retain personal information only as long as reasonably necessary to:

• Provide the Service
• Fulfill legal obligations
• Resolve disputes
• Enforce agreements

Retention periods vary depending on the type of data and purpose.

8. Security

We implement reasonable administrative, technical, and physical safeguards designed to protect personal information.

However, no method of transmission or storage is 100% secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.

9. Your Choices & Rights

Depending on your location, you may have rights to:

• Access personal information
• Request correction or deletion
• Opt out of certain data uses

California residents should review our CCPA Notice for additional rights and disclosures.

Requests may be submitted by emailing privacy@sellapin.com.

10. Third-Party Links

The Service may contain links to third-party websites. We are not responsible for the privacy practices of those sites. We encourage you to review their policies before providing information.

11. Children's Privacy

SellaPin is not intended for use by individuals under the age of 18. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children.

12. Changes to This Privacy Notice

We may update this Privacy Notice periodically. Changes will be posted on this page with an updated effective date.

Continued use of the Service after changes indicates acceptance.

13. Contact Us

If you have questions about this Privacy Notice or our privacy practices, contact us at:

privacy@sellapin.com