Privacy Policy

This Privacy Policy explains how Bazar ("we", "our", "us") operates the marketplace platform and collects, uses, and protects your personal information when you use our website and services.

This policy applies to users located in the United Kingdom and European Economic Area.

By using Bazar, you agree to the terms of this Privacy Policy.

1. Information We Collect

We may collect the following types of information:

Personal Information: such as your name, email address, phone number, and account details when you register or use our services.
Account & Listing Information: information you provide when posting ads, including descriptions, images, and contact details.
Payment Information: Payments are processed securely via third-party providers such as Stripe, and we do not store full payment card details.
Technical Data: IP address, browser type, device information, and usage data.

2. How We Use Your Information

We use your information to:

Provide and operate the marketplace platform
Allow users to create accounts and post listings
Process payments for paid services (e.g., promotions, subscriptions)
Improve our platform and user experience
Communicate with you (support, updates, notifications)
Prevent fraud and ensure platform safety
Comply with legal obligations

We process personal data based on legitimate interests, contractual necessity, and legal obligations.

3. Sharing of Information

We do not sell your personal data.

We may share your information with:

Payment providers (e.g., Stripe) to process payments
Service providers (hosting, analytics, support tools)
Authorities if required by law

4. Data Security

We implement appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect your data from unauthorized access, loss, or misuse.

However, no system is completely secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.

5. Your Rights

Depending on your location (including the UK and EU), you may have the right to:

Access your data
Request correction or deletion
Restrict or object to processing
Withdraw consent

To exercise your rights, contact us at info@bazar.uk.

6. Cookies

We use cookies and similar technologies to improve functionality and user experience.

For more information, please refer to our Cookie Policy.

7. Third-Party Links

Our platform may contain links to third-party websites. We are not responsible for their privacy practices.

8. Data Retention

We retain your data only as long as necessary to provide our services and comply with legal obligations.

9. Changes to this Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Continued use of the platform means you accept the updated version.

10. Contact

If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy, you can contact us at info@bazar.uk.