Privacy Policy

1. Introduction

BallisticBid ("we," "our," or "us") is committed to protecting your privacy and ensuring the security of your personal information. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you use our firearms marketplace platform.

2. Information We Collect

Personal Information

• Full legal name and date of birth
• Government-issued identification details
• Federal Firearms License (FFL) information (for dealers)
• Contact information (email, phone number, mailing address)
• Billing and shipping addresses
• Payment information (processed securely through third-party providers)

Background Check Information

In compliance with federal and state laws, we facilitate background checks through licensed FFL dealers. We do not store NICS background check results but maintain records of transaction completion as required by law.

Transaction Data

• Purchase and sale history
• Bidding activity and auction participation
• Product listings and descriptions
• Communication between buyers and sellers

3. How We Use Your Information

We use your information to:

• Facilitate legal firearms transactions between verified parties
• Comply with federal, state, and local firearms regulations
• Verify user identity and eligibility to participate in firearms transactions
• Process payments and prevent fraud
• Provide customer support and respond to inquiries
• Send transaction-related communications and legal notices
• Improve our platform and user experience
• Maintain records as required by the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives (ATF)

4. Legal Compliance and Disclosure

We may disclose your information when required by law, including:

• To comply with ATF regulations and record-keeping requirements
• In response to valid subpoenas, court orders, or legal processes
• To cooperate with law enforcement investigations
• To report suspicious activities as required under federal law
• To licensed FFL dealers for completing firearm transfers

5. Data Security

We implement industry-standard security measures to protect your information, including:

• SSL/TLS encryption for data transmission
• Secure servers with restricted access
• Regular security audits and vulnerability assessments
• PCI DSS compliance for payment processing
• Two-factor authentication options for user accounts

6. Third-Party Services

We work with trusted third parties to provide our services:

• Payment processors (PublicSquare / Credova) for secure transactions
• Shipping carriers for delivery tracking
• FFL dealers for background checks and transfers
• Identity verification services for user authentication

These partners are contractually obligated to protect your information and use it only for providing their services.

7. Your Rights and Choices

You have the right to:

• Access and review your personal information
• Correct inaccurate information
• Request deletion of your account (subject to legal retention requirements)
• Opt-out of marketing communications
• Disable cookies through your browser settings

8. Data Retention

We retain your information as required by federal firearms regulations. Transaction records are maintained for the period mandated by the ATF (currently 20 years for FFL records). Other personal information is retained as long as necessary to provide our services and comply with legal obligations.

9. Children's Privacy

Our platform is not intended for individuals under 18 years of age. We do not knowingly collect information from minors. Users must be at least 18 years old (21 for handgun purchases) to create an account.

10. State-Specific Rights

Residents of certain states may have additional privacy rights:

• California: Rights under the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA)
• Virginia: Rights under the Virginia Consumer Data Protection Act
• Colorado: Rights under the Colorado Privacy Act

To exercise these rights, please contact us using the information below.

11. International Users

Our services are intended for use within the United States only. International firearms transactions are subject to export/import regulations and are not facilitated through our platform.

12. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy to reflect changes in our practices or legal requirements. We will notify you of material changes via email or platform notification. Your continued use of our services after changes indicates acceptance of the updated policy.

13. Contact Information

For privacy-related questions or concerns, contact us at: