Privacy Policy - Auto Auction App - Buy Bid

Package: com.firstbidauctions.autoauction
Effective date: June 20, 2026

Ocean Mystic 12 ("we", "us", or "our") operates Auto Auction App - Buy Bid (the "App"). This Privacy Policy explains what information we collect, how we use it, when we share it, and what choices and rights you have. This policy applies to data collected through the app, related services, and support communications.

1) Information we collect

• Account details such as name, email, phone number, and profile image.
• Listing and auction details such as vehicle photos, descriptions, bids, and sale status.
• Transaction and payment metadata processed through Stripe (we do not store raw card numbers).
• Messages and support requests you send through the app or by email.
• Device and technical data such as app version, device type, crash logs, and diagnostics.
• Optional location data if you enable location-based features.

2) How we use information

• Provide core marketplace and auction functionality.
• Authenticate users, protect accounts, detect abuse, and prevent fraud.
• Process bids, transactions, and operational communications.
• Send service notifications, auction updates, and important policy or security notices.
• Improve app reliability, performance, and user experience.
• Comply with legal obligations and enforce terms.

3) Data sharing

We share data only as needed to operate the service and meet legal requirements. This includes trusted service providers such as Firebase (infrastructure and authentication) and Stripe (payments). We may disclose data when required by law, legal process, or to protect rights, safety, and platform integrity.

4) Data retention

• Account and listing data is retained while your account is active.
• Deleted account data is removed within a reasonable period, unless law requires retention.
• Some transaction and compliance records may be retained for tax, audit, or legal purposes.

5) Security

We use technical and organizational measures to protect your data, including encrypted transport (HTTPS/TLS), access controls, and platform security rules. No method of storage or transmission is perfectly secure, so we cannot guarantee absolute security.

6) Your rights and choices

Depending on your jurisdiction, you may have rights to access, correct, delete, export, or restrict use of your personal information. You can also opt out of non-essential communications. To request deletion, use our account deletion page.

7) Children

The app is not intended for children under 13, and we do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13.

8) International users

If you are in the EEA/UK or California, additional rights may apply under GDPR/UK GDPR/CCPA. You may contact us to exercise applicable rights.

9) Changes to this policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Material changes will be communicated in app, by email, or both when required.

10) Contact

For privacy questions or requests, contact us at autoauctionapp@gmail.com.