Privacy Policy
Effective Date: 1-10-2025
Charleston Auctions (“we,” “our,” or “us”) values your privacy and is committed to protecting your personal information. This Privacy Policy outlines how we collect, use, and safeguard the information you provide when you visit our website, https://charlestonauctions.com, or interact with our services.
Information We Collect
Personal Information
We may collect personal information that you voluntarily provide to us, including:
- Name
- Email address
- Phone number
- Billing and shipping address
- Payment details (e.g., credit card information)
- Other information you submit via forms, emails, or other communication channels
b. Non-Personal Information
We may collect non-identifiable information automatically when you use our website, including:
- Browser type and version
- IP address
- Device type
- Pages visited, time spent, and other website usage data
- Cookies and similar tracking technologies
How We Use Your Information
We use the collected information to:
- Provide and improve our services
- Process transactions and bids
- Respond to inquiries and customer service requests
- Send marketing and promotional communications (only with your consent)
- Ensure compliance with applicable laws and regulations
- Enhance website functionality and user experience
Sharing Your Information
We do not sell, rent, or trade your personal information. However, we may share your information with:
- Service providers and vendors assisting with payment processing, hosting, or marketing
- Regulatory authorities or law enforcement as required by law
- Business partners in connection with auctions or related events
- Affiliates and subsidiaries for internal business purposes
Cookies and Tracking Technologies
We use cookies and similar technologies to enhance your browsing experience, analyze website performance, and deliver targeted advertisements. You can adjust your browser settings to refuse cookies or notify you when cookies are being used. Note that disabling cookies may limit certain website functionalities.
Data Security
We implement reasonable administrative, technical, and physical safeguards to protect your personal information from unauthorized access, use, or disclosure. However, no method of transmission over the internet or electronic storage is completely secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.
Your Rights
Depending on your location, you may have rights under data protection laws, including:
- Accessing the personal information we hold about you
- Requesting corrections or updates to your information
- Deleting your personal information
- Withdrawing consent for specific uses of your data
- Opting out of marketing communications
To exercise your rights, please contact us at Info@charlestonauctions.com
Third-Party Links
Our website may contain links to third-party websites. We are not responsible for the privacy practices or content of these external sites. We encourage you to review their privacy policies before providing any personal information.
Children’s Privacy
Charleston Auctions does not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13 years of age. If we become aware that we have inadvertently collected such information, we will promptly delete it.
Changes to This Privacy Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy periodically to reflect changes in our practices or applicable laws. The updated policy will be posted on this page with the revised effective date.
Contact Us
If you have any questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy or how your information is handled, please contact us:
Charleston Auctions
4801 Projects Dr. Fort Wayne, IN 46825
Phone: 260-373-0850
Email: info@charlestonauctions.com