This Privacy Policy explains how BidAuto Ltd (“we”, “us”, or “our”) collects, uses, discloses, and safeguards your personal data when you visit or interact with our website, https://bidauto.ie, and use our services. We are committed to complying with the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) and the Data Protection Acts of Ireland.

1. Data We Collect

We may collect and process the following types of personal data:

  • Full name and contact details (email, phone number)
  • Company details (if applicable)
  • Billing and payment information
  • Login credentials (email and encrypted password)
  • IP address, browser type, operating system
  • User activity on the website (bidding, auction creation, payments)
  • Any other data voluntarily submitted via forms or communication

2. How We Use Your Data

We use your data to:

  • Create and manage your account
  • Process payments and transactions
  • Provide and improve auction-related services
  • Contact you with updates, offers, or important service information
  • Detect and prevent fraud or misuse
  • Comply with legal obligations

3. Legal Bases for Processing

We process your personal data on the following legal bases:

  • Performance of a contract (e.g. account registration, transactions)
  • Compliance with legal obligations
  • Legitimate interests (e.g. improving services, fraud prevention)
  • Consent (e.g. marketing communication)

4. Data Sharing and Disclosure

We do not sell your personal data. We may share your information with:

  • Payment processors (e.g. Paysera or Stripe)
  • Service providers assisting with IT, hosting, and security
  • Legal or regulatory authorities when required
  • Buyers or Sellers with whom you engage in a transaction

5. International Data Transfers

If personal data is transferred outside the European Economic Area (EEA), we ensure appropriate safeguards are in place in accordance with GDPR requirements.

6. Data Retention

We retain your data only as long as necessary for the purposes described in this policy or as required by law. You may request deletion of your account and associated data at any time.

7. Your Rights

Under GDPR, you have the right to:

  • Access your personal data
  • Correct or update your data
  • Request deletion of your data
  • Restrict or object to data processing
  • Withdraw consent (where applicable)
  • Data portability

To exercise these rights, contact us at privacy@bidauto.ie.

8. Cookies and Tracking Technologies

We use cookies to enhance user experience and analyze traffic. You can manage cookie preferences via your browser settings. See our Cookie Policy for more details.

9. Data Security

We implement appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect your data from unauthorized access, disclosure, alteration, or destruction.

10. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Any changes will be posted on this page with an updated effective date. Continued use of the website implies acceptance of the updated policy.