Website: https://vendorabidmart.com
Contact Email: [email protected]
Vendor Bid Mart (“we”, “our”, or “us”) respects your privacy and is committed to protecting the personal data you share with us. This Privacy Policy outlines how we collect, use, store, and protect your information when you use our website and services.
1. Information We Collect
We collect and process the following types of personal data:
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Account Information: Name, email address, username, password, and contact details provided during registration.
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Transaction Data: Payment confirmations, product purchases, invoices, and escrow activity.
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Communication Data: Messages between buyers and sellers, emails sent to our support team, and support chat logs.
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Device and Usage Data: IP address, browser type, device information, and interaction with our platform (e.g., pages viewed).
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Cookies and Tracking Data: Used to remember preferences, analyze traffic, and personalize content.
2. How We Use Your Information
We use the information we collect to:
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Process and manage escrow transactions securely
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Provide a safe marketplace experience for buyers and sellers
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Communicate with you about your account, orders, or disputes
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Improve our website functionality and customer support
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Comply with legal and financial regulations
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Prevent fraud, abuse, and unauthorized access
We never sell, rent, or share your personal data with third parties for marketing purposes.
3. Payment & Escrow Data
Vendor Bid Mart uses a secure Escrow system that accepts only:
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PayPal Business Invoices
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Verified Bank Transfers
We do not store full payment credentials (e.g., bank login or card numbers). All transactions are handled through secure gateways and held until buyer confirmation. Records of payment amounts and transaction dates are retained for security and compliance.
4. Cookies and Tracking
Vendor Bid Mart uses cookies to:
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Store your login sessions
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Track cart activity
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Monitor website performance
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Analyze user behavior for improvements
You can disable cookies in your browser settings, though some features of the site may not function properly without them.
5. How We Protect Your Information
We use industry-standard security practices, including:
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HTTPS encryption (SSL/TLS)
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Secure database storage
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Access controls and authentication
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Regular software updates and monitoring
We limit internal access to your data and ensure only authorized staff can view sensitive information.
6. Third-Party Services
We may use trusted third-party providers (e.g., PayPal, analytics tools) to support the operation of our website. These services are required to adhere to their own privacy and data protection policies.
We do not allow third parties to use your data for their own marketing.
7. Your Rights
You have the right to:
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Access or update your personal information
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Request data deletion (except where legally required to retain)
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Opt out of non-essential communication
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Withdraw consent where applicable
For any of the above, email us at [email protected] with your request.
8. Data Retention
We retain user data only as long as necessary to:
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Fulfill the purposes listed in this policy
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Meet legal or regulatory obligations
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Resolve disputes or enforce agreements
Inactive accounts may be archived or deleted after a reasonable period.
9. Children’s Privacy
Vendor Bid Mart is intended for users aged 18 and above. We do not knowingly collect or process data from minors. If we become aware of such data, we will delete it promptly.
10. Updates to This Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Changes will be posted on this page with a revised “Effective Date.” We encourage you to review this page regularly.
Contact Us
If you have any questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy or your data:
Vendor Bid Mart Email: [email protected]
Website: https://vendorabidmart.com