Privacy Policy

This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and protect your information when you use SellBazaar.

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At SellBazaar, we are committed to protecting your privacy and ensuring the security of your personal information. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you use our platform.

Information We Collect

Personal Information

  • Name, email address, and phone number when you register
  • Profile information including profile picture and bio
  • Location information (city, state) for local listings
  • Payment information for transactions (processed securely)

Usage Information

  • Product listings, searches, and browsing history
  • Messages and communications with other users
  • Device information and IP address
  • Cookies and similar tracking technologies

Google Sign-In and Third-Party Authentication

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We offer Google Sign-In as a convenient and secure way to access SellBazaar. When you use this feature, we use Google's OAuth 2.0 protocol to authenticate your identity.

Information Collected via Google Sign-In

  • Basic Profile Information: Your name, email address, and profile picture from your Google account
  • Google User ID: A unique identifier from Google to link your account
  • Email Verification Status: Confirmation that your email is verified by Google
  • Authentication Token: Temporary token to verify your identity (not stored permanently)

Automatic Email Verification

When you sign in with Google, your email address is automatically verified at the current timestamp. This is because Google has already verified your email address. We trust Google's verification process and do not require additional email verification from you.

How We Use Google Sign-In Data

  • Create and manage your SellBazaar account
  • Verify your identity and prevent unauthorized access
  • Personalize your experience on our platform
  • Enable seamless login without remembering additional passwords
  • Update your profile information if you change it on Google

Your Control Over Google Sign-In

check_circle You can revoke SellBazaar's access to your Google account at any time through your Google Account Settings

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check_circle Revoking access will not delete your SellBazaar account, but you'll need to set a password to continue using it

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SellBazaar's use of information received from Google APIs adheres to the Google API Services User Data Policy, including the Limited Use requirements. We only request the minimum permissions necessary to provide our services.

How We Use Your Information

Service Provision

  • Create and manage your account
  • Process and facilitate transactions
  • Enable communication between users
  • Provide customer support

Platform Improvement

  • Analyze usage patterns and trends
  • Improve our services and features
  • Personalize your experience
  • Prevent fraud and abuse

Information Sharing and Disclosure

shield We Never Sell Your Data

SellBazaar does not sell, rent, or trade your personal information to third parties for marketing purposes.

We may share your information only in these limited circumstances:

  • With Other Users: Your public profile information and listings are visible to other users
  • Service Providers: Trusted partners who help us operate our platform (payment processors, hosting services)
  • Legal Requirements: When required by law or to protect our rights and safety
  • Business Transfers: In case of merger, acquisition, or sale of assets

Data Security

We implement industry-standard security measures to protect your personal information:

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Encryption

All data transmission is encrypted using SSL/TLS protocols

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Secure Storage

Data is stored on secure servers with restricted access

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Access Control

Limited employee access on a need-to-know basis

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Regular Updates

Continuous security monitoring and updates

Your Privacy Rights

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Access: Request a copy of your personal data
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Correction: Update or correct your information
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Deletion: Request deletion of your account and data
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Opt-out: Unsubscribe from marketing communications

Account Deletion

delete_forever Right to Delete Your Account

You have the right to request deletion of your SellBazaar account and associated data at any time. We are committed to processing your request within 30 days.

How to Request Account Deletion

looks_one Visit our Account Deletion Page

looks_two Fill out the deletion request form with your account details

looks_3 You will receive a confirmation email acknowledging your request

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What Happens When You Delete Your Account

  • Your profile and personal information will be permanently deleted
  • All your product listings will be removed from the platform
  • Your messages and communications will be deleted
  • You will no longer be able to access your account
  • Your email address will be available for re-registration after 90 days

Data Retention After Deletion

For legal and security purposes, we may retain certain information even after account deletion:

  • Transaction Records: Required for tax and accounting purposes (7 years)
  • Legal Compliance: Data required by law or for ongoing legal matters
  • Fraud Prevention: Information to prevent abuse and protect other users
  • Backup Systems: Data in backup systems will be deleted within 90 days

warning Important: Account deletion is permanent and cannot be undone. Please ensure you have downloaded any data you wish to keep before requesting deletion.

Contact Us About Privacy

If you have questions about this Privacy Policy or want to exercise your privacy rights, contact us:

email Email: privacy@sellbazaar.local

phone Phone: +91 98765 43210

location_on Address: 123 Business District, Tech Park, Mumbai, Maharashtra 400001