Privacy Policies

Introduction

Westrn LLC ("Westrn," "we," "our," or "us") respects your privacy and is committed to protecting the personal information you provide to us. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, store, disclose, and protect your personal information when you access or use Westrn’s website, platform, or services (collectively, the "Services").

1. Information We Collect

We collect personal information including your name, email address, phone number, billing and shipping addresses, and account credentials. For business accounts, we may also collect company name, tax identification number, and proof of relevant licenses or certifications. Additionally, we collect device and usage data such as IP address, browser type, pages visited, and access times, along with transaction data including purchase history and payout details. We also retain communication records from support interactions and internal messaging

2. How We Use Information

This information is used to process transactions, manage listings, and ensure secure access to our platform. It also helps us provide customer service, communicate essential updates, and improve overall platform performance through usage analysis. Moreover, we may use this data to comply with legal or regulatory requirements.

3. Sharing of Information

We share your information only with service providers that enable our operations, including payment processors, cloud service providers, and our technician and logistics partners. Buyers and sellers may see relevant information necessary to complete a transaction. Affiliates and subsidiaries may access your information for internal operations, and we may disclose information to law enforcement or regulators when legally obligated. We do not sell or rent personal data to third parties for marketing purposes.

4. Cookies and Tracking Technologies

Cookies and similar tracking technologies are used on our platform to facilitate authentication, remember preferences, and gather usage analytics. These may be managed through your browser settings, though disabling them could impact certain site features.

5. Data Retention

Your information is retained for as long as your account is active or required for business and legal obligations. Once deactivated, we may retain anonymized or aggregated data for analysis.

6. Data Security

We implement physical, administrative, and technical safeguards to protect your data, but cannot guarantee absolute security.

7. Your Rights and Choices

Depending on your location, you may have rights to access, correct, delete, or restrict the use of your personal data. You may also object to processing or opt out of marketing. Requests to exercise these rights can be submitted to [Insert Privacy Contact Email].

8. Children's Privacy

Our platform is not designed for or directed to individuals under the age of 18, and we do not knowingly collect data from minors.

9. International Users

Users from outside the United States acknowledge that their data will be transferred to and processed within the U.S. in accordance with this policy

10. CCPA and GDPR Addendum

For California residents and users in the European Economic Area, Westrn honors additional rights under CCPA and GDPR. These include the right to know what data is collected, access it, request correction or deletion, and object to its use. Westrn does not sell personal data and supports requests under these frameworks. Contact [Insert Privacy Contact Email] for assistance.

11. Data Processing Addendum (Enterprise Buyers)

For enterprise users, Westrn offers a Data Processing Addendum (DPA) to outline controller and processor responsibilities, security protocols, and subprocessor transparency. Contact [Insert Legal Contact Email] to obtain the DPA.

12. Changes to this Policy

We may revise this Privacy Policy periodically. Significant updates will be posted on the platform or emailed to users. Continued use of the Services after such updates constitutes acceptance of the new terms.

13. Plain Language Summary

In plain terms, Westrn only collects what’s needed to help you buy, sell, and fulfill transactions efficiently. We don’t sell your data, and you’re in control of your privacy settings. We value transparency and take your security seriously.

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