Last updated: February 2026
FreeAuctionSite ("we," "us," or "our") operates the website at freeauctionsite.com. This Privacy Policy describes how we collect, use, and share information when you use our service.
1. Information We Collect
Information you provide
- Account information: When you create an account, we collect your email address and password (stored securely via Supabase Auth).
- Event data: Auction item names, descriptions, bid amounts, and event names that you enter into the tool.
- Bidder information: For Pro/Event plans, names and email addresses of registered bidders that you add to your events.
- Payment information: Billing is handled by Stripe. We do not store your credit card details — Stripe processes all payments.
Information collected automatically
- Usage data: Pages visited, features used, and time spent on the site (collected via standard web analytics).
- Device information: Browser type, operating system, and IP address for security and performance purposes.
- Local storage: For free users, your auction data is stored in your browser's localStorage and never sent to our servers unless you create an account.
2. How We Use Your Information
- To provide and operate the FreeAuctionSite service
- To process payments and manage your subscription
- To send transactional emails (account confirmation, password reset)
- To respond to your support requests
- To improve the product based on usage patterns
- To prevent fraud and abuse
3. Data Sharing
We do not sell your personal information. We share data only with:
- Supabase — our database and authentication provider (data stored in the US)
- Stripe — payment processing
- Vercel — website hosting
- Law enforcement when required by law
4. Data Storage and Security
Your data is stored on Supabase servers with industry-standard encryption at rest and in transit. Free user data that is not synced to the cloud exists only in your browser's localStorage and is not transmitted to our servers.
5. Your Rights
You have the right to:
- Access the personal data we hold about you
- Request correction of inaccurate data
- Request deletion of your account and associated data
- Export your event data
To exercise any of these rights, contact us at our contact page.
6. Cookies
We use minimal cookies — primarily for authentication sessions when you are logged in. We do not use tracking cookies for advertising purposes.
7. Children's Privacy
FreeAuctionSite is not directed at children under 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13.
8. Changes to This Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify registered users of material changes via email. Continued use of the service after changes constitutes acceptance of the updated policy.
9. Contact
Questions about this Privacy Policy? Contact us and we'll respond promptly.