Privacy Policy

1. Information We Collect

We collect the following types of information:

• Required: Email address, cookies, ZIP code, state, city, and IP address (logged automatically).
• Optional: Physical address, phone number, photos, and social media links. You may choose whether to provide this information; if provided, it may appear in your public profile or listings.
• Technical Data: We collect technical data such as browser type, device information, and approximate location (derived from your IP address). For details on cookies, see Section 8.

2. How We Use Your Information

We use your information to:

• Register and manage your account.
• Publish and moderate listings.
• Analyze usage and improve our services.
• Authenticate users and maintain security.
• Send you service-related notifications (such as account confirmations, listing approvals, and message alerts).

3. Disclosure of Information

We do not sell or share your personal information with third parties, except:

• To comply with legal obligations or government requests.
• As required by law, regulation, or legal process.

We use third-party services for analytics, hosting, and infrastructure. These providers may access your data only to perform their functions and are not permitted to use it for other purposes. For a full list of third-party providers, contact us at support@abigon.net. To opt out of Google Analytics, visit https://tools.google.com/dlpage/gaoptout.

4. Data Storage

Your information is stored on secure servers located in the United States. We use reputable cloud providers with data centers in the U.S.

5. Data Retention and Deletion

We retain your information for as long as your account exists. You may not change or delete your email address while your account is active, as it is required for registration and account management. If you delete your account, your email address and all associated personal information will be permanently removed from our active systems and cannot be restored. Backups are retained for up to 60 days for disaster recovery purposes; after this period, your data will be fully deleted from all systems.

6. Access, Correction, and Deletion

You may view, update, or delete any of your personal information (except your email address, which is required for registration) through your account settings. If you wish to delete your account, all associated data, including your email address, will be permanently deleted from active systems. We will respond to privacy requests within 10 days.

7. International Users

If you access the Site from outside the U.S., you consent to data transfer and processing in the U.S., where laws may differ from your jurisdiction.

8. Cookies and Similar Technologies

We use cookies and similar technologies for authentication, analytics, and to improve your experience on the Site. These include:

• Session Cookies: To keep you logged in and manage your session.
• Analytical Cookies: To collect usage statistics and help us improve the Site (e.g., Google Analytics).
• Essential Cookies: Required for the Site to function properly. Essential cookies cannot be disabled without affecting Site functionality.

You can manage your non-essential cookie preferences through your browser settings. For more information on Google Analytics cookies and how to opt out, visit https://tools.google.com/dlpage/gaoptout.

9. Children's Privacy

The Site is intended for users who are at least 18 years old. We do not knowingly collect or solicit personal information from anyone under 18. If we learn that we have collected personal information from a person under 18, we will promptly delete that information.

10. Data Security

We use industry-standard measures such as encryption, access controls, and regular security audits to protect your information. However, no system is 100% secure, and we cannot guarantee the absolute security of your data.

11. Communications

We do not send marketing or promotional emails. You may receive service-related notifications, such as account confirmations, listing approvals, and message alerts.

12. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. If we make material changes, we will notify you by posting the updated policy on the Site. Your continued use of the Site after changes become effective constitutes your acceptance of the new policy.