Privacy Policy
Last updated: [TODO: DATE — update to site launch date]
1. Introduction
Accepted ("we," "us," or "our") is committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you use our online marketplace and related services (collectively, the "Services").
By using our Services, you consent to the data practices described in this Privacy Policy. If you do not agree with our practices, please do not use our Services.
2. Information We Collect
Personal Information
We may collect personally identifiable information that you voluntarily provide, including but not limited to:
- Name (first and last)
- Email address
- Phone number (including mobile)
- Mailing address
- Date of birth
- Company or organization name
- Communication preferences
Automatically Collected Information
When you access our Services, we may automatically collect certain information, including:
- IP address
- Browser type and version
- Device type and operating system
- Pages visited and time spent
- Referring website or source
- Click patterns and navigation paths
Cookies and Tracking Technologies
We use cookies, web beacons, and similar tracking technologies to collect information about your browsing activities. You can control cookie settings through your browser preferences.
3. How We Use Your Information
We use the information we collect for the following purposes:
- To provide and maintain our Services, including marketplace listings and offer routing
- To match buyers and sellers and route offers between them
- To send you account notifications by SMS
- To send you marketing communications by SMS (only if you have explicitly opted in)
- To respond to your inquiries and provide customer support
- To improve and optimize our Services
- To comply with legal obligations
- To protect against unauthorized access
4. Mobile Data Protection
Accepted Does NOT Share Your Data With Third Parties
We want to be absolutely clear: Accepted does NOT sell, share, rent, trade, or disclose your personal information, mobile phone number, or any other data to third parties for any purpose whatsoever.
Your mobile phone number is used exclusively for:
- Account notifications you have opted into
- Marketing communications only if you explicitly opt in
You have complete control over your mobile communications. You can opt out at any time by replying STOP to any message or by contacting us directly.
5. No Third-Party Data Sharing
Accepted does NOT share your data with any third parties.
We do not sell, share, rent, trade, or disclose your personal information to any third parties for any purpose. Your data is used exclusively by Accepted to provide and improve our Services. We do not share data with third-party service providers, advertisers, data brokers, or any other external entities.
6. Data Security
We implement industry-standard security measures to protect your personal information, including:
- Secure handling of data in transit and at rest
- Secure socket layer (SSL) technology
- Regular security assessments and audits
- Access controls and authentication measures
- Employee training on data protection
While we strive to protect your information, no method of transmission over the Internet or electronic storage is 100% secure. We cannot guarantee absolute security but are committed to maintaining the highest practical standards.
7. Data Retention
We retain your personal information for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this Privacy Policy, unless a longer retention period is required or permitted by law. When your information is no longer needed, we will securely delete or anonymize it.
8. Your Rights and Choices
Access and Correction
You have the right to access the personal information we hold about you and to request corrections to any inaccurate information.
Deletion
You may request deletion of your personal information, subject to certain legal exceptions.
Opt-Out of Communications
You can opt out of marketing communications at any time by:
- Replying STOP to any text message
- Clicking the unsubscribe link in emails
- Contacting us directly at info@accepted.deals
Do Not Track
Some browsers have a "Do Not Track" feature. We currently do not respond to Do Not Track signals, but you can manage your cookie preferences through your browser settings.
9. California Privacy Rights (CCPA)
If you are a California resident, you have additional rights under the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA):
- Right to Know: You can request information about the categories and specific pieces of personal information we have collected about you.
- Right to Delete: You can request that we delete your personal information, subject to certain exceptions.
- Right to Opt-Out: You can opt out of the sale of your personal information. However, Accepted does NOT sell or share your personal information with any third parties.
- Right to Non-Discrimination: We will not discriminate against you for exercising your privacy rights.
To exercise your California privacy rights, please contact us at info@accepted.deals. We may need to verify your identity before processing your request.
10. Children's Privacy
Our Services are not intended for individuals 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 and we will take steps to delete such information.
11. Third-Party Links
Our Services may contain links to third-party websites. We do not share any of your data with these websites. We are not responsible for the privacy practices of external websites and encourage you to review their privacy policies before providing any personal information.
12. Changes to This Privacy Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify you of any material changes by posting the updated policy on our website and updating the "Last Updated" date. Your continued use of our Services after such changes constitutes your acceptance of the updated Privacy Policy.
13. Contact Us
If you have any questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy or our data practices, please contact us:
Accepted
Ascent Resource Group LLC
1180 North Town Center Dr, Ste 100 Las Vegas, NV 89114
Email: info@accepted.deals
For privacy-related requests, please include "Privacy Request" in the subject line of your email. We will respond to your request within 30 days.