Privacy Policy
Effective Date: February 2,2024
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Welcome to Old Timer Auctions ("we," "our," or "us"). Your privacy is important to us, and we are committed to protecting your personal information. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and protect your information when you visit www.oldtimerauctions.com (the "Website").
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1. Information We Collect. We collect the following types of information when you use our Website:
A. Personal Information
When you create an account, submit a watch for auction, or place a bid, we may collect:
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Name
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Email address
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Phone number
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Billing and shipping address
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Payment details (processed through third-party payment providers)
B. Non-Personal Information
We also collect non-personal data automatically, including:
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IP address
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Browser type and device information
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Pages visited and time spent on the Website
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Cookies and tracking technologies
2. How We Use Your Information. We use your information for the following purposes:
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To create and manage your account
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To facilitate and process auctions
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To verify and approve watch listings
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To communicate with buyers and sellers
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To process payments through secure third-party services
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To improve our Website and user experience
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To comply with legal obligations
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3. How We Protect Your Information. We take security seriously and implement appropriate safeguards to protect your data from unauthorized access, loss, or misuse. However, no online platform is 100% secure, so we encourage users to take precautions, such as using strong passwords.
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4. How We Share Your Information. We do not sell or rent your personal data. However, we may share your information in the following situations:
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With service providers (e.g., payment processors, shipping companies) to complete transactions
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With legal authorities if required by law or to protect our rights
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With other users when necessary for auction transactions (e.g., sharing contact details between buyers and sellers after a successful auction)
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5. Cookies and Tracking Technologies. We use cookies and similar technologies to enhance your experience, analyze site traffic, and improve functionality. You can manage your cookie preferences in your browser settings.
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6. Your Rights and Choices
You have the right to:
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Access, update, or delete your account information
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Opt-out of marketing emails (unsubscribe link provided)
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Request a copy of the data we have about you
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Disable cookies through your browser settings
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