Privacy Policy

Privacy Policy

Effective Date: October 1, 2025

Bawnz.com (“Platform”), operated by Sapong Enterprises, headquartered at Brookridge, Dr. Pablo U. Abella St., Labangon, Cebu City, Philippines (“we,” “our,” “us”), respects your privacy and is committed to protecting your personal information. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your data when you use our services.

1. Information We Collect

We may collect the following types of information:

a. Account Information

Name, email address, phone number, password, and location.
Phone verification details.
Identification documents submitted for seller verification.

b. Transaction Information

Listings you create (Sell, Rent, Barter, Giveaway).
Payment details for Sell and Rent transactions.
Bank account information for seller withdrawals.

c. Usage Data

IP address, device type, browser information, and access logs.
Interaction with the Platform (searches, clicks, messages).

d. Communications

Messages and interactions with other users via the Platform.
Reports or complaints you submit against other users.

2. How We Use Your Information

We may use your information for the following purposes:

To register and manage your account.
To verify your identity and ensure platform security.
To facilitate transactions, including processing payments and withdrawals.
To communicate with you regarding listings, updates, promotions, or support.
To monitor and enforce compliance with our Terms and Conditions.
To improve, personalize, and optimize the Platform.
To investigate and address fraud, abuse, or policy violations.

3. Sharing and Disclosure

We will not sell or rent your personal information. However, we may share data in the following circumstances:

With other users: Limited information (e.g., username, location, contact method) may be shared to facilitate transactions.
With service providers: Third-party payment processors, banks, or verification services.
For legal reasons: When required by law, regulation, legal process, or government request.
To protect rights and safety: When necessary to prevent fraud, security risks, or harm to other users.

4. Data Security

We implement reasonable administrative, technical, and physical safeguards to protect your information. However, no system is 100% secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security of your data.

5. Data Retention

We retain your personal information as long as necessary to provide services, comply with legal obligations, and resolve disputes.
You may request account deletion, subject to legal and contractual limitations.

6. Your Rights

As a user, you have the right to:

Access, correct, or update your information.
Request deletion of your account and data.
Withdraw consent for certain data processing activities.
Report concerns about misuse of your information.

Requests can be made by contacting us (see Section 9).

7. Cookies and Tracking

We may use cookies and similar technologies to:

Improve user experience and navigation.
Analyze traffic and usage patterns.
Deliver relevant advertisements or promotions.

You can adjust your browser settings to refuse cookies, but some features may not function properly.

8. Children’s Privacy

Bawnz.com is not intended for children under 18. We do not knowingly collect personal data from minors without parental consent. If we learn that we have inadvertently collected such information, we will delete it promptly.

9. Contact Us

If you have questions, requests, or concerns about this Privacy Policy, you may contact us at:

Sapong Enterprises
Brookridge, Dr. Pablo U. Abella St.,
Labangon, Cebu City, Philippines
Email: bawnz@sapongenterprises-com
Phone: 09619119068

10. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Significant changes will be communicated through the Platform. Continued use of Bawnz.com after changes constitutes acceptance of the updated policy.

By using Bawnz.com, you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agreed to this Privacy Policy.