Carter County Trading Post

Introduction

Welcome to Carter County Trading Post. We are committed to protecting your privacy and ensuring you have a positive experience on our website. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you use our marketplace platform.

Information We Collect

Personal Information

When you create an account, we collect:

Name
Email address
Password (stored securely using encryption)

Listing Information

When you create a listing, we collect:

Product title, description, and photos
Price and condition
Location (if provided)
Contact information (phone, email) if you choose to display it

Usage Information

We automatically collect:

IP address
Browser type and version
Pages visited and time spent on pages
Device information

How We Use Your Information

To create and manage your account
To display your listings on the marketplace
To facilitate communication between buyers and sellers
To improve our website and user experience
To send you important updates about your account or listings
To prevent fraud and ensure platform security
To comply with legal obligations

Information Sharing and Disclosure

We do not sell your personal information. We may share your information in the following circumstances:

Public Listings: Information you include in your listings (title, description, photos, contact info if provided) is visible to all website visitors.
Service Providers: We may share information with third-party service providers who help us operate the platform (hosting, email services, etc.).
Legal Requirements: We may disclose information if required by law or to protect our rights and safety.
Business Transfers: In the event of a merger or acquisition, your information may be transferred to the new entity.

Data Security

We implement appropriate technical and organizational security measures to protect your personal information. However, no method of transmission over the internet or electronic storage is 100% secure. While we strive to protect your information, we cannot guarantee absolute security.

Your Rights

You have the right to:

Access your personal information
Update or correct your information through your account settings
Delete your account and associated data
Request a copy of your data
Opt out of certain communications

To exercise these rights, please contact us using the information provided below or use the settings available in your account.

Cookies and Tracking Technologies

We use cookies and similar tracking technologies to enhance your experience on our website. Cookies help us remember your preferences, maintain your session, and analyze website traffic.

You can control cookies through your browser settings. However, disabling cookies may limit some functionality of the website.

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 the privacy policies of any third-party sites you visit.

Children's Privacy

Our platform is not intended for users under the age of 18. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children. If you believe we have collected information from a child, please contact us immediately.

Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify you of any changes by posting the new Privacy Policy on this page and updating the "Last updated" date. You are advised to review this Privacy Policy periodically for any changes.

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