Updated: November 21st, 2023
AuctionsData Worldwide Corporation (hereinafter “AuctionsData,” “we,” “us,” or “our”) owns and operates www.AuctionsData.com and its affiliated websites and applications (our “Sites”) and provides related products, services, newsletters, and other offerings (together with the Sites, our “Services”) to art enthusiasts worldwide. Please read our Terms and Conditions for detailed information about our Services and your legal obligations.
This Privacy Policy (the “Policy”) is intended to provide you with information on how we collect, use, and share the personal data (also referred to as personal information) of individuals external to our organization, including visitors of our Sites, users of our Services, applicants for employment, and artists (collectively, “you” or “your”). Personal data is any information about you as an identified or identifiable natural person. This Policy also describes your rights regarding the use, access, and correction of your personal information.
If you have questions or require further information after reading this Policy, please contact us through the methods provided on our website.
PERSONAL DATA WE COLLECT AND HOW WE USE IT
We collect and process personal data only for lawful reasons, such as our legitimate business interests, your consent, or to fulfill our legal or contractual obligations. We do not request or process highly sensitive data, such as health information, racial or ethnic origin, political opinions, religious beliefs, or data concerning a person’s sex life or orientation. We reserve the right to reject or delete such information if submitted unintentionally.
Information You Provide to Us
Most of the personal data AuctionsData collects is voluntarily provided by you while using our Services. Examples include:
- Name, email address, and other contact information provided through our forms
- Billing information, such as credit card details and billing address
- Work or professional information, such as your company or job title
- Unique identifiers, such as username and password
- Demographic information, including age, gender, and interests
- Details of transactions and preferences from your use of the Services
- Correspondence with other users, galleries, or auction houses conducted through our Services
If you are a member of a gallery or auction program, you may request AuctionsData to review or retrieve emails sent to your business. AuctionsData may access these emails solely to provide such requested services.
We use this data for purposes including, but not limited to:
- Setting up and managing your account
- Delivering and improving Services, including personalized content recommendations
- Answering inquiries and providing customer support
- Marketing and advertising, including newsletters (see the Your Rights/Opt-Out section for instructions on opting out of marketing communications)
- Preventing and investigating fraud or violations of our Terms and Conditions
- Securing our Sites and Services
Information Obtained from Third Parties
AuctionsData may obtain credit information about you from external credit reporting agencies for authentication and credit-related decisions.
Additionally, we collect and publish biographical information about artists, sourced from clients such as galleries and auction houses or from publicly available data, to promote artists and their works.
If you provide information about others, or others provide us with your information, we will only use it for the purposes originally intended.
Information Collected Automatically
AuctionsData uses cookies, analytics, and log files to collect certain types of information automatically, including IP addresses, browser types, and website activity.
- Cookies: Cookies help us analyze webpage usage, customize services, and measure promotional effectiveness. You can manage cookie preferences through your browser settings.
- Analytics and Advertising: We use services like Google Analytics to evaluate and improve website performance. We also partner with third-party advertising platforms for interest-based advertising.
- Log Files: Logs are used for troubleshooting, statistical analysis, and improving our Services.
HOW WE SHARE YOUR INFORMATION
AuctionsData shares personal data as necessary for legitimate business purposes:
- With service providers supporting business operations (e.g., marketing, payment processing, and fraud prevention)
- As required by law or in good faith to protect our rights, safety, or legal obligations
- During corporate changes such as mergers, acquisitions, or asset sales
- With other users or third parties based on your interactions or consent
We do not sell, rent, or lease your personal data for direct marketing purposes.
INTERNATIONAL TRANSFERS
Your personal data may be transferred internationally to AuctionsData or its service providers. For transfers requiring legal safeguards (e.g., within the EEA), we adhere to appropriate measures to protect your data.
HOW WE STORE AND SECURE YOUR INFORMATION
Your data is stored securely for as long as necessary to provide Services or comply with legal obligations. AuctionsData employs industry-standard security practices but cannot guarantee 100% security for any data transmitted online.
YOUR RIGHTS/OPT-OUT
Depending on your location, you may have rights regarding your personal data, including access, correction, restriction, or deletion. To exercise these rights or update your preferences, visit your account settings or contact us through our website. You may also opt out of marketing communications by following the instructions in any promotional email.
LINKS TO OTHER WEBSITES
Our Sites may contain links to third-party websites with separate privacy practices. AuctionsData is not responsible for the content or policies of these websites and encourages you to review their privacy statements.
NOTE TO PARENTS OR GUARDIANS
Our Services are not intended for use by individuals under 18. We do not knowingly collect personal data from children and reserve the right to delete such information.
PRIVACY POLICY CHANGES
We may update this Policy periodically. Continued use of our Services constitutes acceptance of any changes. Please review the Policy regularly for updates.