Last Updated: March 13, 2025
This Privacy Policy (“Policy”) explains how BIDZ (“we,” “us,” or “our”) collects, uses, and protects your personal data when using the BIDZ website (“Website”) and BIDZ platform, including its desktop, mobile, and app functionality (“Platform”). This Policy applies to all visitors, users, and others accessing BIDZ.
By using BIDZ, you agree to this Policy. If you do not agree, discontinue use immediately.
This Privacy Policy outlines how BIDZ collects, processes, and protects your data in compliance with the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) and other applicable laws.
2. Information We Collect
We collect both personal and non-personal data to make possible and enhance the BIDZ experience.
BIDZ may collect the following personal data:
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Account Information: Username, handle name, email, and profile details.
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Transaction & Payment Data: Service purchases, Power Points transactions, and payout details.
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Communication Data: Messages, DMs, and order-related conversations.
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Device & Usage Data: Browser type, IP address, device model.
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Aggregated Platform Data: Bid amounts, service order volume, platform activity (used for analytics and marketing).
3. Legal Basis for Processing
We process personal data based on:
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User consent (Article 6(1)(a) GDPR) for marketing and referral programs.
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Contractual necessity (Article 6(1)(b) GDPR) to facilitate transactions.
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Legitimate interests (Article 6(1)(f) GDPR) to prevent fraud and optimize the platform.
4. How We Use Your Information
We use the data we collect to:
✔ Facilitate service sales, DM auctions, and Power Points transactions.
✔ Prevent fraud, spam, and unauthorized access.
✔ Analyze platform engagement for service improvements.
✔ Provide customer support and resolve disputes.
✔ Comply with legal obligations and enforce platform policies.
Marketing & Analytics
BIDZ may use aggregated, non-personal platform data (e.g., total bid volume, service orders) to promote and improve the platform. No personally identifiable information (PII) will be shared without consent.
Dispute Resolution & Moderation
BIDZ does not monitor private messages in real time, but we retain the right to access order-related communications if a dispute is formally filed or other issues arise.
BIDZ uses cookies to enhance functionality. Users can manage cookie preferences through their browser settings.
6. Service Transactions & Power Points
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All transactions, including service purchases and DM auctions, are prepaid.
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BIDZ operates a Power Points system where users purchase Power Points at a 1:1 rate with supported tokens for internal transactions.
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Power Points are platform units only and do not hold monetary value.
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Order data, including successful transactions and disputes, may be stored for security and platform improvements.
7. Affiliate Marketing & Task-Based Rewards
Users can earn BIDZ Points through referrals and engagement activities.
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BIDZ tracks referral sign-ups, order completions, and bid activity to verify participation.
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Data collected in affiliate programs is used solely for platform engagement and remains GDPR-compliant.
We do not sell, trade, or rent personal data. However, BIDZ may share user data in the following cases:
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Service Providers: Third-party services for hosting, analytics, and fraud prevention (GDPR-compliant).
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Legal Compliance: If required by law or to protect BIDZ’s rights.
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Platform Analytics: Aggregated, non-personal data (e.g., service order volume) for marketing insights.
Under GDPR, you have the right to:
✔ Access your data.
✔ Correct inaccurate information.
✔ Delete your data (‘right to be forgotten’).
✔ Restrict processing in certain cases.
✔ Withdraw consent at any time for optional data collection.
Personal data is retained only as long as necessary to provide services or meet legal obligations. After that, personal data is securely deleted or anonymized.
BIDZ implements advanced security measures, but no system is 100% secure. Users should take precautions to protect their login credentials.
BIDZ may contain links to third-party websites or payment processors. We are not responsible for their privacy policies or data security.
BIDZ is not intended for users under 18. If we discover underage accounts, we will delete the data.
14. International Data Transfers
Your data may be processed in locations outside your country. By using BIDZ, you consent to such transfers.
15. Google Workspace API Compliance
We confirm that BIDZ does not use Google Workspace APIs to develop, improve, or train generalized AI and/or machine learning (ML) models. Any integration with Google Workspace services strictly adheres to their applicable policies and terms of service, ensuring user data privacy and security.
16. Changes to This Policy
BIDZ reserves the right to update this policy at any time. Any changes will be posted on this page, and the updated “Last Updated” date will reflect the revision. Your continued use of the Website or App after changes are posted constitutes your acceptance of the updated Policy.