Privacy Policy

1. Introduction

This Privacy Policy describes how HAM Radio Marketplace collects, uses, and protects your personal information. We are committed to protecting your privacy and being transparent about our data practices.

2. Information We Collect

We collect the following types of information:

• Account Information: Email address, password (encrypted), callsign (optional)
• Profile Information: Display name, location (country/city), contact information (if you choose to make it public), biography
• Listing Information: Item descriptions, photos, pricing, and transaction history
• Usage Data: IP address, browser type, pages visited, timestamps

3. How We Use Your Information

We use collected information to:

• Provide and maintain the platform
• Enable communication between buyers and sellers
• Improve user experience and platform features
• Prevent fraud and enforce our Terms of Service
• Send important updates about your account or the platform

4. Information Sharing

We do not sell your personal information. We only share information:

• With other users as necessary for transactions (contact info if you make it public)
• When required by law or legal process
• To protect our rights or the safety of users

5. Data Security

We implement appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect your personal information. However, no method of transmission over the internet is 100% secure.

6. Cookies and Tracking

We use essential cookies to maintain your session and preferences. We do not use third-party advertising cookies.

7. Your Rights

You have the right to:

• Access, update, or delete your personal information
• Object to processing of your data
• Request data portability
• Withdraw consent at any time

8. Data Retention

We retain your information as long as your account is active or as needed to provide services. You can request deletion of your account and data at any time.

9. Children's Privacy

Our platform is not intended for users under 18 years of age. We do not knowingly collect information from children.

10. Changes to Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify users of significant changes by email or through the platform.

11. Contact Us

If you have questions about this Privacy Policy or our data practices, please contact us through the Contact page.