Privacy Policy
Effective Date: January 1, 2026
West Ga. Marketplace ("we," "our," or "us") is committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and share information when you use our website, forums, and advertising services.
1. Information We Collect
Account Information: When you register, we collect your name, email address, and any profile information you provide.
Content and Messaging: We store the content of your classified ads, forum posts, and private messages sent through our platform.
Payment Information: We use third-party payment processors to handle transactions ($3 and $25 fees). We do not store your full credit card details on our servers; this data is handled by our secure payment partners.
Technical Data: We automatically collect your IP address, browser type, and usage patterns to ensure site security and improve performance.
2. How We Use Your Information
We use the collected information to:
Provide, maintain, and improve our services.
Process your payments and activate "Featured" or "Premium" listings.
Facilitate communication between users via the forum and messaging system.
Detect and prevent fraud, spam, or abuse.
3. Information Sharing
Public Postings: Any information you include in a classified ad or a forum post is public and can be seen by anyone.
Service Providers: We may share data with trusted third parties (such as hosting providers and payment processors) who assist us in operating our site.
Legal Requirements: We may disclose information if required by law or in response to valid requests by public authorities.
No Sale of Data: We do not sell your personal contact information to third-party marketers.
4. Data Retention and Security
We retain your information for as long as your account is active. We implement industry-standard security measures to protect your data, but please be aware that no method of transmission over the internet is 100% secure.
5. Your Choices and Rights
Account Deletion: You may request to delete your account at any time. Some public posts or messages may remain archived for a period after deletion to maintain the integrity of forum discussions.
Cookies: You can choose to disable cookies through your browser settings, though this may affect the functionality of certain site features.
6. Third-Party Links
Our site contains links to local businesses and other third-party websites. We are not responsible for the privacy practices or content of those external sites.
7. Changes to This Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify you of any changes by updating the "Effective Date" at the top of this page.
8. Contact Us
If you have questions about this Privacy Policy, please contact us at: legal@westgamarketplace.com