Privacy Policy

Last Updated: [27/08/2025]

General information

SeekMachines.com is committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, share, and safeguard your personal information when you visit or use our website www.seekmachines.com.

By using the Site, you agree to the terms of this Privacy Policy.

1. Information We Collect

We may collect the following types of information:

A. Personal Information
  • Name
  • Email address
  • Phone number
  • Company name
  • Job title
  • Location (city, country)
B. Listing and Business Information

If you list machinery on our platform, we may collect:

  • Machine specifications, images, videos
  • Seller contact information (which may be made available to buyers)
C. Technical & Usage Information

Automatically collected via cookies and analytics tools:

  • IP address
  • Device and browser information
  • Pages viewed and time spent on the site
  • Interactions with listings or forms

2. How We Use Your Information

We use your information to:

  • Operate and maintain the SeekMachines marketplace
  • Facilitate communication between buyers and sellers
  • Respond to inquiries and support requests
  • Send updates, service notifications, or marketing emails (when opted in)
  • Analyze usage data to improve performance and user experience

3. How We Share Your Information

We may share your information in the following ways:

  • With service providers who help us operate the website (e.g., hosting, analytics, email services)
  • With registered, paying users who request access to seller contact details in the context of buying machinery
  • As required by law, in response to legal obligations or requests
  • As part of a business transaction, such as a merger, acquisition, or asset sale

We do not sell personal information to third parties for unrelated advertising or data mining purposes.

4. Sharing of Seller Information

As part of our marketplace services, we may make certain seller contact information (such as name, company name, phone number, and email address) available to verified buyers who have paid for access. This allows potential buyers to contact sellers directly regarding listed equipment.

While this is part of our platform’s core functionality, we recognize that in some jurisdictions, this may be considered a form of personal data sharing. By listing equipment on SeekMachines.com, you consent to this use of your contact information.

If you are a seller and do not wish to have your contact details shared in this way, you may contact us to request removal or restriction of your listing (see Section 7).

5. Cookies and Tracking Technologies

SeekMachines.com uses cookies and similar tracking tools to:

  • Understand how visitors use the site
  • Save user preferences
  • Improve site functionality and performance

You may adjust your cookie preferences via your browser settings. Note that disabling cookies may affect site functionality.

6. Data Security

We implement appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect your personal data, including SSL encryption, secure servers, and access controls.

However, no method of transmission over the Internet or storage method is completely secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.

7. Your Rights

You may have the following rights, subject to applicable laws:

  • Access – You can request a copy of the personal data we hold about you
  • Correction – You can request correction of inaccurate or outdated information
  • Deletion – You can request that your personal data be deleted
  • Objection/Restriction – You may object to or restrict how we use your data
  • Seller Opt-Out – Sellers may request that their contact details not be shared with buyers

To exercise any of these rights, please contact us at:

Email: sales@seekmachines.com

8. International Users

If you access the Site from outside our primary operating country, your information may be transferred to, stored, or processed in other countries where our servers or third-party service providers are located.

By using the Site, you consent to this transfer of information.

9. Third-Party Links

SeekMachines.com may contain links to third-party websites or services. We are not responsible for the privacy practices or content of those external sites. Please review their privacy policies before providing personal information.

10. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. When we do, we will revise the “Last Updated” date at the top. Your continued use of the Site after any changes signifies your acceptance of the updated terms.