Privacy Policy for PATrainAuction.com
Last Updated: [12/1/2025]
At PATrainAuction.com, we respect your privacy and are committed to protecting the personal information you share with us. This Privacy Policy explains what information we collect, how we use it, and the choices you have regarding your data. By using our website, registering to bid, or participating in our auctions, you agree to the practices outlined below.
1. Information We Collect
Information You Provide
We collect personal information when you:
• Create an account
• Register as a bidder
• Place bids
• Complete purchases
• Request shipping or pickup
• Contact us through email or support
This information may include:
• Name
• Billing and shipping address
• Phone number
• Email address
• Payment information (processed securely by our payment provider)
Automatically Collected Information
When you use our website, we may collect:
• IP address
• Browser type and version
• Device information
• Pages visited and time spent
• Cookies to enhance website performance
We use this information to improve user experience and maintain site security.
2. How We Use Your Information
PATrainAuction.com uses the information we collect to:
• Process auction registrations
• Verify bidder identity
• Manage bids and purchases
• Process payments
• Provide shipping or pickup services
• Notify you of auction results
• Communicate about upcoming auctions, updates, or customer support
• Improve our website and services
We do not sell, trade, or rent your personal information to third parties.
3. How We Protect Your Information
We use industry-standard security measures to safeguard your data, including:
• Encrypted payment processing
• Secure server hosting
• Access controls for customer information
• Regular monitoring for security vulnerabilities
While we take every reasonable precaution, no online system is 100% secure.
4. Sharing Your Information
We may share your information only with trusted third parties who help us operate PATrainAuction.com, such as:
• Payment processors
• Shipping providers
• Website hosting or security vendors
These partners are required to keep your information confidential.
We may also disclose information if required by law or to protect our legal rights.
5. Cookies & Tracking Technologies
PATrainAuction.com may use cookies to:
• Improve site performance
• Remember user preferences
• Provide personalized content
• Analyze website traffic
You may disable cookies in your browser settings, but some site features may not function properly.
6. Email Communication
By creating an account, you may receive:
• Auction confirmations
• Bid notifications
• Invoices
• Payment receipts
• Shipping information
• Important account-related announcements
You may also opt-in to receive marketing messages about upcoming auctions.
You can unsubscribe from marketing emails at any time.
7. Your Choices & Rights
You may:
• Update your account information
• Request a copy of your personal data
• Request deletion of your account (subject to auction record-keeping requirements)
• Opt out of promotional communications
To make a request, contact us at:
Email: Info@PATrainAuction.com
8. Children’s Privacy
PATrainAuction.com is intended for adults age 18 and older.
We do not knowingly collect information from children under 13.
9. Changes to This Privacy Policy
We may update this policy from time to time. Any changes will be posted on this page with an updated “Last Updated” date. Continued use of the website after changes are posted indicates acceptance of the revised policy.
10. Contact Us
If you have questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy, please contact us:
PATrainAuction.com
Email: Info@PATrainAuction.com
Location: Lancaster, PA