Privacy Notice

1. INTRODUCTION

This Privacy Policy applies to the website and associated app of SquareDeal ("Platform"). SquareDeal, operated by Selling Freedom Limited as "SquareDeal" ("we" "our" "us"), is the data controller of your personal data collected via or in connection with www.squaredeal.co.uk and/or any associated website or App (the "Site").

We handle your personal data in compliance with the European Union General Data Protection Regulation No. 2016/679 (“GDPR”) and/or other applicable statutory regulations.

2. YOUR PERSONAL DATA

2.1 Collection and Use

We collect and process your personal data to enable your use of the Platform, perform our services, and manage our contractual relationship with you under our General Terms and Conditions ("GTC"). Failure to provide necessary personal data may impede our ability to conclude or execute a contract (GTC) or fulfil legal obligations.

We collect personal data such as:

• Information needed for account registration, authentication, and profile setup.
• Details required for communication and interaction with other members.
• Transaction records and reviews.
• Essential communications and notifications regarding the Platform.

2.2 Improving Your Experience

We use your personal data to enhance your Platform experience by personalising content, suggesting relevant items, and improving search results. This data helps us tailor your feed, track preferences, and maintain Platform efficiency.

2.3 Security and Compliance

Ensuring account and Platform security is paramount. We employ data for tracking visits, verifying accounts, preventing fraudulent activities, and enforcing Platform rules. Additionally, we facilitate payment security checks and address intellectual property concerns.

2.4 Enforcing Terms and Conditions

We actively monitor compliance with our GTC, calculate trust scores, prevent malicious activities, moderate content, and undertake actions to enforce Platform guidelines.

2.5 Payment Facilitation

Personal data is used for payment processing, including methods for subscriptions, item purchases, refunds, and financial record-keeping.

2.6 Shipping Assistance

We facilitate smooth item shipment by utilising personal data to enable shipping and tracking functionalities.

2.7 Marketing Activities

We engage in marketing campaigns, including personalised communications, advertisement campaigns, and referral programs.

2.8 Legal Compliance

We use data to handle personal data requests, provide information to law enforcement, defend against chargebacks, and safeguard Vinted's rights and interests.

3. RECIPIENTS OF PERSONAL DATA

We share personal data with service providers for technical maintenance, cloud services, IT security, and communication purposes. Some service providers are located outside the European Economic Area and adhere to EU standard contractual clauses for data transfer.

Additionally, personal data may be shared within the Squaredeal group and with third parties due to contractual transfers or mergers. We may also disclose data to investigative or supervisory authorities as legally required.

4. USE OF COOKIES

SquareDeal employs cookies and similar technologies on the Platform. Refer to our Cookie Policy for further details.

5. POLICY AMENDMENT

We reserve the right to modify this Privacy Policy in compliance with regulations. Any updates will be promptly published on the Platform.

6. YOUR STATUTORY RIGHTS

You have various rights concerning your personal data, including access, rectification, deletion, data portability, objection, and withdrawal of consent. To exercise these rights or lodge complaints, contact us using the details below.

7. MINORS

Our Site is not intended for and should not be accessed by individuals under 18 years old. We do not knowingly collect personal data from individuals under 18.

8. CONTACT DETAILS

For queries regarding your data and rights, email us: info@thesquaredeal.co.uk.

Data Protection Officer:

Selling Freedom Ltd

50 East Works Drive

Cofton Hackett

Birmingham

B45 8GS