Privacy Notice for MedalMarketplace.com
At MedalMarketplace.com, your privacy is of utmost importance to us. We are committed to ensuring that your personal information is protected and not misused. Here is an overview of our privacy practices:
Data Collection
We collect data in the following ways:
1. Analytics Data
We use Google Analytics to understand how visitors interact with our website and improve user experience. Google Analytics collects anonymous information, including:
- Pages visited
- Time spent on pages
- Browser type
- Operating system
- Device type
- General geographic location (not exact)
This data is collected through cookies and does not include personally identifiable information.
2. Account Information (Optional Login Feature)
Users may choose to create an account to access enhanced features such as saving favourite items to their personal “MyMM” area. Creating an account is entirely optional, and the website can be used without logging in.
If you choose to register, we collect and store the following information:
- Name
- Email address
- Password (stored securely in encrypted/hashed form)
- Favourite items you choose to save
This data is stored securely using Firebase services.
Cookies and Tracking Technologies
To support the functionality of Google Analytics, MedalMarketplace.com uses cookies. Cookies are small files stored on your device to enhance website functionality and analyse site usage. Specifically, we use:
- Analytics cookies: These track anonymous usage data to help us improve our website.
You can control or delete cookies through your browser settings. For more information, visit Google's Privacy Policy and the Google Analytics Opt-Out Tool.
Data Storage and Security
We take appropriate measures to protect your data:
- Account data is stored securely using Firebase
- Passwords are not stored in plain text and are securely encrypted/hashed
- We use commercially reasonable safeguards to protect all stored data
However, please note that no method of transmission over the internet or electronic storage is 100% secure.
Data Sharing
Analytics data is shared with Google in accordance with their privacy practices.
Account data (name, email, and favourites) is stored using Firebase (a third-party service provider).
We do not sell, rent, or trade your personal information to third parties.
External Links
Our website may contain links to external websites. Please note that we do not have control over these websites, and they may have their own privacy policies. We encourage you to review the privacy policies of any third-party websites you visit.
Your Rights
You have the right to:
- Use the website without creating an account
- Request access to any personal data we hold about you
- Request correction or deletion of your account data
- Opt-out of Google Analytics tracking through browser settings or the Google Analytics Opt-Out Tool
- Contact us if you have concerns about our data collection or privacy practices
Data Retention
We retain account data only for as long as your account remains active or as necessary to provide our services. You may request deletion of your account at any time.
Changes to This Privacy Notice
We may update this privacy notice from time to time. Any changes will be posted on this page, and we encourage you to review this notice periodically.
By using MedalMarketplace.com, you agree to this privacy notice. If you have any questions or concerns about our privacy practices, please feel free to contact us.
