Privacy Policy
Last Updated: December 16, 2024
BuyVerifi.com ("BuyVerifi," "we," "us," or "our") respects your privacy and is committed to protecting it through this Privacy Policy.
BuyVerifi Privacy Policy
Consent to Privacy Practices
By accessing or using the BuyVerifi website, mobile applications, and related services (collectively, the "Platform"), you consent to the practices described in this Policy.
1. Information We Collect
A. Information You Provide Directly
We may collect personal information you voluntarily provide, including:
- Name
- Email address
- Phone number
- Password (stored in hashed form)
- Location (city, state, ZIP code)
- Role designation (buyer or verifier)
- Profile information
- Communications with other users or BuyVerifi
- Uploaded photos, videos, and reports
B. Transaction Information
- Verification request details
- Payment-related metadata (handled by third-party processors)
- Fees paid and earned
- Ratings and reviews
Note: BuyVerifi does not store full credit card numbers or banking credentials.
C. Automatically Collected Information
When you use the Platform, we may automatically collect:
- IP address
- Device type and operating system
- Browser type
- Usage data and logs
- Approximate location
- Date/time stamps
D. Location Data
With your permission, BuyVerifi may collect:
- GPS location during verification jobs
- Proximity confirmation to listing locations
Location data is used solely for verification integrity and trust.
2. How We Use Your Information
We use collected information to:
- Operate and maintain the Platform
- Facilitate verification requests and reports
- Process payments and payouts
- Communicate with users
- Improve Platform functionality
- Enforce Terms of Service
- Prevent fraud and misuse
- Comply with legal obligations
3. Sharing of Information
We may share your information with:
A. Other Users
- Buyers receive verification reports submitted by verifiers
- Limited profile information is visible to facilitate transactions
B. Service Providers
We share information with trusted third parties that help us operate:
- Payment processors
- Hosting providers
- Analytics services
- Customer support tools
C. Legal & Compliance
We may disclose information if required by:
- Law
- Subpoena or court order
- Government request
- Protection of BuyVerifi's legal rights
D. Business Transfers
In the event of a merger, acquisition, or asset sale, user data may be transferred as part of the transaction.
4. Data Retention
We retain personal information:
- As long as your account is active
- As needed to provide services
- As required by law
- For legitimate business purposes
You may request account deletion, subject to legal retention requirements.
5. Cookies & Tracking Technologies
BuyVerifi uses cookies and similar technologies to:
- Remember user preferences
- Analyze usage
- Improve performance
You may adjust cookie settings through your browser.
6. Data Security
We implement reasonable administrative, technical, and physical safeguards to protect your information.
However, no system is 100% secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.
7. Your Privacy Rights
A. Access & Correction
You may:
- Access personal data
- Update or correct inaccuracies
B. Deletion
You may request deletion of your account and personal information, subject to legal obligations.
C. California Privacy Rights (CCPA/CPRA)
California residents have the right to:
- Know what personal data is collected
- Request deletion
- Opt out of data sale (BuyVerifi does not sell personal data)
Requests may be submitted via [email protected].
D. No Discrimination
BuyVerifi will not discriminate against users for exercising privacy rights.
8. Children's Privacy
BuyVerifi does not knowingly collect information from anyone under 18.
If such data is discovered, it will be deleted promptly.
9. Third-Party Links
The Platform may contain links to third-party websites.
BuyVerifi is not responsible for the privacy practices of those sites.
10. International Users
If you access BuyVerifi from outside the United States, you consent to your data being transferred to and processed in the United States.
11. AI & Automated Processing (Future Use)
BuyVerifi may use AI-based tools to:
- Detect fraud
- Summarize reports
- Improve user experience
AI outputs are informational and subject to human review.
12. Changes to This Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy at any time.
Continued use of the Platform constitutes acceptance of the updated Policy.
13. Contact Us
By using BuyVerifi, you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agree to be bound by this Privacy Policy.