Privacy Policy | Vintage Vaule

1. Who we are

Vintage Value ("we," "us," or "our") is an AI-powered research tool for antiques and vintage resale professionals. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, share, and protect information when you use our website and application (collectively, the "Service").

2. Information we collect

Account information: Name and email address when you register.
Item data: Photos you upload, identification results, pricing research, notes, and acquisition costs you enter.
Profile preferences: Default commission rates, currency preferences, and consent choices.
Usage data: Pages visited, features used, and interactions within the Service, collected via anonymised analytics.
Device information: Browser type, operating system, and IP address for security and performance purposes.

3. How we use your information

To provide, operate, and improve the Service.
To generate AI-powered identification and pricing research results.
To send transactional emails (account verification, password reset).
To analyse usage patterns and improve product features.
To comply with legal obligations and enforce our Terms of Service.
Where you have given explicit consent, to contribute anonymised item and pricing data to our community intelligence model.

4. Community data & consent

You may optionally opt in to share anonymised item attributes and pricing estimates to help improve the accuracy of results for all users. This is entirely voluntary, clearly presented in your profile settings, and can be revoked at any time. We never share identifiable information — no photos, notes, or personal data — as part of community contributions.

5. How we share your information

We do not sell your personal information. We may share data only in the following limited circumstances:

Service providers: Third-party vendors who assist in operating the Service (hosting, AI models, email delivery) under strict data processing agreements.
Legal requirements: When required by law, court order, or to protect the rights and safety of our users or the public.
Business transfers: In connection with a merger, acquisition, or sale of assets, with notice provided to affected users.

6. Data retention

We retain your account and item data for as long as your account is active. You may delete individual items or your entire account at any time. Upon account deletion, personal data is removed within 30 days, except where retention is required by law.

7. Your rights

Depending on your location, you may have rights under applicable privacy laws, including:

The right to access the personal data we hold about you.
The right to correct inaccurate data.
The right to request deletion of your data.
The right to withdraw consent for optional processing (such as community data sharing).
The right to data portability where technically feasible.

To exercise any of these rights, contact us at privacy@vintagevalue.app.

8. Cookies & tracking

We use cookies and similar technologies solely for authentication, session management, and anonymised usage analytics. We do not use third-party advertising cookies or tracking pixels.

9. Security

We use industry-standard measures including encryption in transit (TLS) and at rest, access controls, and regular security reviews. No method of transmission over the internet is 100% secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.

10. Changes to this policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify you of material changes via email or a prominent notice in the app. Continued use of the Service after changes take effect constitutes acceptance of the revised policy.

11. Contact us

Questions or concerns? Email us at privacy@vintagevalue.app.