Privacy Policy
Last updated: December 2024
At CardStop, we take your privacy seriously. This policy explains what information we collect, how we use it, and your rights regarding your data.
1. Information We Collect
Information You Provide
- Account information: Email, username, password, profile picture
- Profile information: Location (city/state), bio, preferences
- Collection data: Cards you add, trade preferences, wishlist
- Communications: Messages to other users and support requests
Information Collected Automatically
- Device information (browser, operating system, device type)
- Usage data (pages visited, features used, time spent)
- IP address and approximate location
- Cookies and similar technologies
2. How We Use Your Information
We use your information to:
- Provide and improve CardStop
- Match you with potential trade partners
- Send important account notifications
- Respond to your support requests
- Detect and prevent fraud and abuse
- Analyze usage to improve our service
- Comply with legal obligations
3. Information Sharing
We share your information only in these circumstances:
- With other users: Your public profile, collection, and trade preferences are visible to potential trade partners
- Service providers: We use third parties for hosting, analytics, and email delivery
- Legal requirements: When required by law or to protect our rights
- Business transfers: In connection with a merger, acquisition, or sale of assets
We never sell your personal information to third parties.
4. Cookies
We use cookies and similar technologies to:
- Keep you logged in
- Remember your preferences
- Understand how you use CardStop
- Provide a personalized experience
You can control cookies through your browser settings. Note that disabling cookies may affect functionality.
5. Data Security
We implement appropriate security measures to protect your information, including encryption, secure servers, and access controls. However, no method of transmission over the internet is 100% secure.
6. Your Rights
You have the right to:
- Access the personal information we hold about you
- Correct inaccurate information
- Delete your account and associated data
- Export your data in a portable format
- Opt out of marketing communications
To exercise these rights, contact us at [email protected].
7. Data Retention
We retain your information for as long as your account is active or as needed to provide services. After account deletion, we may retain certain data as required by law or for legitimate business purposes.
8. Children's Privacy
CardStop is not intended for children under 13. We do not knowingly collect information from children under 13. If you believe a child has provided us with personal information, please contact us.
9. International Users
CardStop is operated from the United States. If you're accessing from outside the US, your information may be transferred to and processed in the US, where privacy laws may differ from your country.
10. Changes to This Policy
We may update this policy from time to time. We'll notify you of significant changes by email or through the platform. Your continued use after changes constitutes acceptance.
11. Contact Us
Questions about this Privacy Policy? Contact us at [email protected].