1. Information We Collect

When you register and use IronBidz, we collect:

• Account Information: Name, email address, phone number, delivery address
• Identity Verification: Government-issued ID or driver's license (optional but recommended)
• Transaction Data: Bids placed, purchase requests, delivery information
• Usage Data: Pages visited, search queries, device and browser information
• Communications: Messages sent through our contact form

2. How We Use Your Information

• To verify your identity and approve your account
• To process bids, purchases, and payments
• To arrange and track vehicle deliveries
• To send you transactional emails about your account activity
• To send marketing communications (you may opt out at any time)
• To improve our platform and prevent fraud

3. Information Sharing

We do not sell, rent, or share your personal information with third parties for their marketing purposes. We may share information with:

• Vehicle Transport Partners: Name and delivery address for shipping purposes only
• Payment Processors: As required to complete transactions
• Legal Authorities: When required by law or court order

4. ID Document Security

Any government ID or identity documents you upload during registration are:

• Stored with encryption on secure servers
• Accessible only to authorized admin staff for verification purposes
• Never shared with third parties
• Deleted upon account closure upon request

5. Cookies

We use essential cookies to maintain your login session and improve site performance. We do not use tracking or advertising cookies. You can disable cookies in your browser settings, but this may affect site functionality.

6. Data Retention

We retain your account information for as long as your account is active. Transaction records are retained for 7 years for legal compliance purposes. You may request deletion of your personal data by contacting us.

7. Your Rights

You have the right to:

• Access the personal data we hold about you
• Request correction of inaccurate data
• Request deletion of your account and data
• Opt out of marketing communications
• Lodge a complaint with a data protection authority

To exercise these rights, contact support@ironbidz.com

8. Security

We implement industry-standard security measures including SSL encryption, bcrypt password hashing, CSRF protection, and regular security audits. However, no system is 100% secure and we cannot guarantee absolute security.

9. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy periodically. We will notify registered users of material changes via email. Continued use of the platform constitutes acceptance of the updated policy.

10. Contact

For privacy questions or requests: support@ironbidz.com
IronBidz, Inc. · 33 Irving Pl, New York, NY 10003