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Privacy Policy

Last updated: April 2026

1. Introduction

ScanAuctions ("we", "our", "us") is committed to protecting your privacy. This policy explains how we collect, use, and safeguard your personal data when you use our platform at scanauctions.com and app.scanauctions.com.

2. Data We Collect

We collect the following data:

  • Account information: email address, company name, display name
  • Platform credentials: encrypted AutoTrader, Motorway, and CarWow connection tokens (stored encrypted at rest using AES-256)
  • Scan data: filter preferences, scan results, search history
  • Usage data: login timestamps, feature usage, IP addresses for rate limiting

3. How We Use Your Data

We use your data to provide the ScanAuctions service, including scanning auction platforms on your behalf, cross-referencing vehicle valuations, and delivering scan results. We do not sell your data to third parties.

4. Data Security

All platform credentials are encrypted at rest using Fernet symmetric encryption. Our application uses HTTPS for all communications. Authentication uses JWT tokens with 24-hour expiry.

5. Data Retention

Scan results are retained for 30 days. Account data is retained for the duration of your subscription. You may request deletion of your data by contacting us.

6. Your Rights

Under GDPR, you have the right to access, rectify, or delete your personal data. Contact us at hello@scanauctions.com to exercise these rights.

7. Cookies

We use the following cookies:

Essential cookies: Required for the app to function (session tokens, authentication).

Affiliate tracking cookie (sa_ref): When you click an affiliate referral link, we store a cookie to track the referral for 30 days. This cookie is only set if you accept cookies via our cookie banner.

Analytics: If enabled, we use Google Analytics to understand how visitors use our site. You can opt out via our cookie banner.

You can manage your cookie preferences at any time through your browser settings or our cookie banner.

8. Contact

For privacy inquiries, contact us at hello@scanauctions.com.