Privacy Policy
Last updated: July 2026
1. Introduction
AutosLinks ("we", "us", or "our") is a vehicle marketplace platform operating in Ontario, Canada. We connect vehicle sellers with certified auto recyclers, salvage yards, and parts dealers. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your personal information when you use our website and services.
2. Information We Collect
We collect the following types of information:
- Personal Information: Full name, email address, phone number, postal code, and pickup address when you submit a vehicle offer request.
- Vehicle Information: Year, make, model, VIN, mileage, condition details, and photos of your vehicle.
- Business Information (Recyclers): Business name, license number, address, contact details, and business documentation.
- Technical Data: IP address, browser type, device information, and usage data collected automatically.
- Verification Documents: Government-issued ID and proof of address for seller verification purposes.
3. How We Use Your Information
- To process vehicle offer requests and connect sellers with recyclers.
- To facilitate bidding, pickups, and transactions between users.
- To verify user identity and prevent fraud.
- To communicate with you about your offers, bids, and account.
- To comply with legal obligations and protect against fraudulent activity.
- To improve our services and platform performance.
4. Data Security
We implement industry-standard security measures to protect your personal information, including:
- SSL/TLS encryption for all data transmitted between your browser and our servers.
- Encrypted storage for sensitive data at rest.
- Two-factor authentication (2FA) for administrative accounts.
- Role-based access control (RBAC) limiting data access to authorized personnel only.
- Regular security audits and vulnerability testing.
- Daily automated database backups.
- Web Application Firewall (WAF) and bot protection.
5. Data Retention
We retain your personal information for as long as your account is active or as necessary to provide our services. Vehicle listing data is retained for the duration of active offers and for a reasonable period thereafter for record-keeping and dispute resolution purposes. You may request deletion of your data at any time by contacting us.
6. Information Sharing
We do not sell your personal information. We share your information only with:
- Certified recyclers and buyers when you submit a vehicle offer or accept a bid.
- Service providers who help us operate our platform (e.g., email delivery, SMS notifications).
- Legal authorities when required by law or to protect our rights and safety.
7. Your Rights
- Access: You can request a copy of the personal information we hold about you.
- Correction: You can request correction of inaccurate or incomplete information.
- Deletion: You can request deletion of your personal information.
- Opt-out: You can opt out of marketing communications at any time.
- Withdraw Consent: You can withdraw consent for data processing at any time.
8. Cookies and Tracking
We use cookies and similar technologies to operate our website, analyze traffic, and improve user experience. We use Google Analytics and Google Tag Manager for analytics purposes. You can control cookies through your browser settings.
9. Children's Privacy
Our services are not intended for individuals under 18 years of age. We do not knowingly collect personal information from minors. If you believe we have collected information from a minor, please contact us immediately.
10. Contact Us
If you have questions about this Privacy Policy or wish to exercise your rights, please contact us through our Contact page.
Do you consent to this Privacy Policy?
By clicking "I Agree", you acknowledge that you have read and understood this Privacy Policy and consent to the collection and use of your information as described.