This policy is different than the end user agreement, but should not contradict it. Many Internet users are concerned that personal identifying information will be sold to entities that market their products through the Internet. A privacy statement gives assurance that information gathered will not be distributed. Privacy statements and disclosures also allow those who visit a Website to assess how private information will be collected and used. Accordingly, the visitor can make an informed decision on whether or not to interface with the Website. The following form is a sample of such a privacy statement.
Chicago Illinois Privacy Policy for Website that Conducts Online Auctions At [website name], we are committed to protecting your privacy and the confidentiality of your personal information. This Privacy Policy outlines how we collect, store, use, and disclose your information when you interact with our website that conducts online auctions. By using our website, you consent to the practices described in this Privacy Policy. Data Collection: When you participate in online auctions on our website, we may collect personal information from you, including but not limited to your name, address, email address, telephone number, and payment information. We may also collect non-personal information such as IP address, browser type, and usage data to improve our services. Use of Information: The personal information we collect is used for various purposes, including: 1. Facilitating online auctions: Your information is necessary for us to conduct and manage the auctions effectively, communicate with you about auction-related matters, and process transactions. 2. Customer support: We may use your information to respond to your inquiries, provide assistance, and address any issues you may have while using our website. 3. Improving our services: Non-personal information collected is used to analyze trends, monitor website usage, enhance functionality, and optimize our services and user experience. 4. Marketing and promotions: With your consent, we may use your contact information to send you promotional offers, newsletters, and updates about our auctions. You can always opt out of such communications. Data Sharing and Disclosure: We understand the importance of keeping your information safe and strictly limit the sharing of personal information. However, in specific situations, we may share your information with third parties under the following circumstances: 1. Service Providers: We may engage trusted third-party service providers to assist in operating our website and services. These providers are bound by confidentiality agreements. 2. Legal obligations: We may disclose your information to comply with applicable laws, regulations, or legal processes, or in response to valid requests from law enforcement agencies. 3. Business Transfers: In the event of a merger, acquisition, or sale of all or a portion of our company, your information may be transferred. Protecting your Information: We take appropriate measures to protect your personal information from unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction. We use SSL encryption technology to secure your information during transmission, and we restrict access to personal information within our organization. However, no data transmission over the internet or electronic storage method is entirely secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security. Chicago Illinois Privacy Policy for Website that Conducts Online Auctions: Mobile App Privacy Policy, Third-Party Cookies Policy, Children's Privacy Policy.Chicago Illinois Privacy Policy for Website that Conducts Online Auctions At [website name], we are committed to protecting your privacy and the confidentiality of your personal information. This Privacy Policy outlines how we collect, store, use, and disclose your information when you interact with our website that conducts online auctions. By using our website, you consent to the practices described in this Privacy Policy. Data Collection: When you participate in online auctions on our website, we may collect personal information from you, including but not limited to your name, address, email address, telephone number, and payment information. We may also collect non-personal information such as IP address, browser type, and usage data to improve our services. Use of Information: The personal information we collect is used for various purposes, including: 1. Facilitating online auctions: Your information is necessary for us to conduct and manage the auctions effectively, communicate with you about auction-related matters, and process transactions. 2. Customer support: We may use your information to respond to your inquiries, provide assistance, and address any issues you may have while using our website. 3. Improving our services: Non-personal information collected is used to analyze trends, monitor website usage, enhance functionality, and optimize our services and user experience. 4. Marketing and promotions: With your consent, we may use your contact information to send you promotional offers, newsletters, and updates about our auctions. You can always opt out of such communications. Data Sharing and Disclosure: We understand the importance of keeping your information safe and strictly limit the sharing of personal information. However, in specific situations, we may share your information with third parties under the following circumstances: 1. Service Providers: We may engage trusted third-party service providers to assist in operating our website and services. These providers are bound by confidentiality agreements. 2. Legal obligations: We may disclose your information to comply with applicable laws, regulations, or legal processes, or in response to valid requests from law enforcement agencies. 3. Business Transfers: In the event of a merger, acquisition, or sale of all or a portion of our company, your information may be transferred. Protecting your Information: We take appropriate measures to protect your personal information from unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction. We use SSL encryption technology to secure your information during transmission, and we restrict access to personal information within our organization. However, no data transmission over the internet or electronic storage method is entirely secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security. Chicago Illinois Privacy Policy for Website that Conducts Online Auctions: Mobile App Privacy Policy, Third-Party Cookies Policy, Children's Privacy Policy.
Para su conveniencia, debajo del texto en español le brindamos la versión completa de este formulario en inglés. For your convenience, the complete English version of this form is attached below the Spanish version.