Privacy Policy
TradeArbed.com (“we,” “our,” or “us”) is committed to safeguarding the privacy and personal data of its users and ensuring full compliance with applicable data protection laws, including the General Data Protection Regulation (“GDPR”) and the California Consumer Privacy Act (“CCPA”). This Privacy Policy describes how we collect, use, protect, and disclose your information, as well as your rights as a data subject or consumer.
We value transparency, accountability, and data minimization. Your privacy is not only a right—it is a core part of our mission.
1. Scope of Policy and Our Role as Data Controller
This Privacy Policy applies to all users of the website tradearbed.com (the “Site”), including visitors, account holders, and purchasers. As the data controller, we determine the purposes and means of processing your personal data.
By using tradearbed.com, you acknowledge that you have read and understood this Privacy Policy.
2. Categories of Data We Process
We process various categories of personal information depending on your interaction with our Site:
a. Usage Data
We automatically collect certain data about your visit to our Site, including your IP address, browser type, referring/exit pages, session records, access times, and clickstream data.
b. Account Data
When you create an account or place an order, we collect information such as your full name, billing and shipping addresses, email address, and phone number.
c. Profile Data
We may collect information such as your purchase history, saved preferences, saved items, and browsing patterns to personalize your experience.
d. Communication Data
If you contact us (e.g., via email or our support form), we collect information relating to your inquiries, the content of your message, and our responses.
e. Technical Data
We collect device and system data including operating system, device model, browser version, screen resolution, and general system configurations.
f. Transaction Data
If you complete a purchase, we’ll collect payment and transactional details, including order IDs, billing history, shipping details, and related logistics information.
g. Preference Data
We track marketing communication consents or opt-outs, product category interests, and user interaction with our emails if you have opted in.
3. Legal Bases for Processing
In accordance with GDPR, we rely on the following legal bases to lawfully process your data:
– Contractual necessity: To fulfill our obligations to you, such as account creation, order processing, and customer support.
– Legitimate interest: To improve our services, prevent fraud, and maintain network security.
– Consent: For marketing emails and the use of non-essential cookies or tracking technologies.
– Legal compliance: To meet legal obligations including tax and regulatory requirements.
CCPA provides for similar permissions and protections, and we honor opt-out rights and data access controls.
4. Your Rights
Under GDPR (for EU/EEA users) and CCPA (for California residents), you are entitled to the following rights concerning your personal data:
– Right of Access: You may request a copy of the personal data we hold about you.
– Right to Rectification: You may request correction of inaccurate or incomplete data.
– Right to Erasure: You may request deletion of your data in certain circumstances.
– Right to Restriction: You may ask us to restrict further processing of your data.
– Right to Portability: Where applicable, you may request transfer of your data to yourself or another provider.
– Right to Object: You can object to direct marketing or data processing based on legitimate interests or public tasks.
– Right to Withdraw Consent: Where consent is the legal basis, you may withdraw it at any time without affecting lawfulness of prior processing.
To exercise your rights, contact us at [email protected].
5. Security Measures
We employ industry-standard security measures to protect your data, including but not limited to:
– Data encryption at rest and in transit
– Role-based access controls
– Regular backups and disaster recovery procedures
– Staff training on data protection obligations and security awareness
– Secure server infrastructure and endpoint monitoring
Despite our best efforts, no system can be guaranteed 100% secure. You are responsible for safeguarding your password and access credentials.
6. International Transfers
Your data may be processed in countries outside your country of residence, including the United States. Where data transfers take place outside the European Economic Area (EEA), we implement appropriate safeguards such as Standard Contractual Clauses approved by the European Commission or rely on other lawful transfer mechanisms.
7. Data Retention
We retain your personal data only as long as reasonably necessary for the purposes outlined in this Policy or as required by applicable law. Data retention periods include:
– Account & Profile Data: retained for the duration of your account and up to 6 years post-closure
– Transaction Data: retained for 7 years for compliance with tax and financial regulations
– Communication Data: retained for 3 years following resolution
– Cookies and Technical Data: typically retained for up to 24 months unless otherwise required
– Marketing Preferences: retained until you opt out or withdraw your consent
8. Cookies and Tracking Technologies
We use cookies and similar tracking technologies for a variety of purposes:
a. Essential Cookies: Required for site functionality, security, authentication, and shopping cart operations.
b. Functional Cookies: Enhance user experience, maintain session persistence, and offer language preferences.
c. Analytics Cookies: Help us understand how visitors interact with tradearbed.com, measure conversion, and optimize site performance.
d. Performance Cookies: Monitor site speed, responsiveness, and troubleshoot issues.
9. Cookie Management and Legal Compliance
Upon your first visit to tradearbed.com, you will be presented with a cookie consent interface in line with GDPR and CCPA requirements. You may change or withdraw cookie preferences at any time via the Cookie Settings link located on our site footer. California users may also opt out using a “Do Not Sell or Share My Personal Information” mechanism where applicable.
You can manage cookie settings through your browser and clear previously stored cookies using browser tools.
10. Protection for Children
TradeArbed.com is not intended for children under 13 years of age. We do not knowingly collect or solicit personal data from minors. If we become aware that personal data has been collected from a child under 13, it will be promptly deleted in accordance with applicable law.
11. Changes to This Privacy Policy
We reserve the right to modify this Privacy Policy at any time. If material changes are made, we will provide clear notice, such as by posting an announcement on tradearbed.com or notifying you via email, where appropriate.
You are encouraged to periodically review this Policy to stay informed about how we are protecting your data.
12. Contact Us
If you have any questions, concerns, or requests related to this Privacy Policy or our data handling practices, please contact us at:
Email: [email protected]
Website: https://tradearbed.com
We are committed to responding to all data protection inquiries in a timely and responsible manner.
This Privacy Policy reflects our ongoing commitment to compliance, user trust, and responsible data stewardship. Please reach out if you have any questions regarding your personal data or this Policy.