Privacy Policy

1. Introduction

BAMWX LLC ("we," "us," or "our") operates this Silent Auction platform for the benefit of Funkcancer Foundation Inc. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you use our auction platform.

2. Information We Collect

We collect information that you provide directly to us when registering and participating in the auction:

• Personal Information: Name, email address, phone number
• Account Information: Paddle number, login credentials
• Payment Information: Credit/debit card details (processed securely through Stripe)
• Bidding Activity: Items viewed, bids placed, maximum bid settings
• Communication Preferences: Email and SMS notification settings

3. How We Use Your Information

We use the information we collect to:

• Create and manage your bidder account
• Process your bids and payments
• Send you bid confirmations and outbid notifications
• Notify you of auction results and winning items
• Communicate important auction updates and announcements
• Respond to your questions and provide customer support
• Prevent fraudulent or unauthorized activity
• Comply with legal obligations

4. Payment Processing

Payment information is processed securely through Stripe, a third-party payment processor. We do not store your complete credit card number on our servers. Stripe's privacy policy and security practices govern the handling of your payment information. You can view Stripe's privacy policy at stripe.com/privacy.

5. Notifications

By registering for the auction, you consent to receive:

• Email notifications: Bid confirmations, outbid alerts, winning notifications, and auction updates
• SMS notifications: Time-sensitive alerts about your bids (if you provide a phone number and opt in)

You can manage your notification preferences in your account settings at any time.

6. Information Sharing

We do not sell, trade, or rent your personal information to third parties. We may share your information in the following circumstances:

• Service Providers: With vendors who assist us in operating the platform (e.g., Stripe for payments, email/SMS providers for notifications)
• Funkcancer Foundation Inc.: As the beneficiary organization, for donor recognition and charitable purposes
• Legal Requirements: When required by law or to protect our rights
• Consent: With your explicit consent for other purposes

7. Data Security

We implement appropriate technical and organizational security measures to protect your personal information against unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction. However, no method of transmission over the Internet or electronic storage is 100% secure.

8. Data Retention

We retain your personal information for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes for which it was collected, including to satisfy legal, accounting, or reporting requirements. Bidding records may be retained for tax and charitable contribution documentation purposes.

9. Your Rights

You have the right to:

• Access the personal information we hold about you
• Request correction of inaccurate information
• Update your notification preferences
• Request deletion of your account (subject to legal retention requirements)

To exercise these rights, please contact us at the email address below.

10. Cookies and Tracking

We use essential cookies to maintain your session and keep you logged in during the auction. We do not use third-party advertising or tracking cookies.

11. Children's Privacy

This platform is not intended for use by individuals under 18 years of age. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 18.

12. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify you of any material changes by posting the new policy on this page with an updated revision date.

13. Contact Us

If you have questions about this Privacy Policy or our data practices, please contact us at:
[email protected]

BAMWX LLC
Event Organizer for Funkcancer Foundation Inc.