Privacy Policy

Privacy Policy

Effective Date: [Insert Date]
Last Updated: [Insert Date]

ShopyHive (“Company,” “we,” “our,” or “us”) respects your privacy and is committed to protecting your personal data. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, store, disclose, and safeguard your information when you access or use our website and marketplace platform (the “Platform”).

By using ShopyHive, you agree to this Privacy Policy.

1. Information We Collect

A. Personal Information

We may collect:

• Full name
• Email address
• Phone number
• Billing and shipping addresses
• Date of birth
• Government-issued identification (for seller verification)
• Business registration details (for business sellers)

B. Account Information

• Username and password
• Profile information
• Order history
• Seller listings
• Messages between buyers and sellers

C. Payment Information

We may collect:

• Credit/debit card details (processed by third-party payment providers)
• Cryptocurrency wallet addresses
• Transaction records

Note: Cryptocurrency transactions may be permanently recorded on public blockchain networks. ShopyHive does not control blockchain systems.

D. Automatically Collected Data

When you use the Platform, we may automatically collect:

• IP address
• Browser type
• Device type
• Operating system
• Pages viewed
• Time spent on the Platform
• Cookies and tracking data

2. How We Use Your Information

We use collected information to:

• Create and manage accounts
• Process transactions and payments
• Facilitate buyer-seller communication
• Verify seller identities (KYC)
• Prevent fraud and unauthorized activity
• Comply with legal obligations
• Improve platform performance
• Send service updates and promotional communications

3. Legal Basis for Processing (GDPR Notice)

If you are located in the European Economic Area (EEA), we process personal data based on:

• Contractual necessity
• Legal compliance
• Legitimate business interests
• User consent (where required)

4. Cryptocurrency Data Notice

Because ShopyHive accepts cryptocurrency:

• Blockchain transactions are public and traceable.
• Wallet addresses may be screened for compliance and fraud prevention.
• Crypto transactions are irreversible.

ShopyHive is not responsible for blockchain-level data exposure.

5. Sharing of Information

We may share your information with:

• Payment processors
• Shipping partners
• Identity verification providers
• Fraud prevention services
• Legal authorities when required
• Regulatory bodies where applicable

We do not sell your personal information to third parties.

6. International Data Transfers

As a global marketplace, your information may be transferred and processed in countries outside your residence.

We take reasonable safeguards to protect cross-border data transfers in compliance with applicable laws.

7. Data Retention

We retain personal data:

• As long as your account remains active
• As necessary to comply with legal obligations
• To resolve disputes
• To enforce agreements

You may request deletion of your account, subject to legal retention requirements.

8. Your Privacy Rights

Depending on your jurisdiction, you may have the right to:

• Access your personal data
• Correct inaccurate information
• Request deletion
• Restrict processing
• Object to data use
• Withdraw consent
• Request data portability

To exercise your rights, contact:
???? [Insert Privacy Email]

9. Cookies & Tracking Technologies

ShopyHive uses cookies and similar technologies to:

• Maintain login sessions
• Analyze website traffic
• Improve user experience
• Personalize content

You may disable cookies in your browser settings; however, some features may not function properly.

10. Data Security

We implement administrative, technical, and physical safeguards to protect your information.

However, no system can guarantee 100% security. Users are responsible for maintaining the confidentiality of their account credentials.

11. Children’s Privacy

ShopyHive is not intended for individuals under 18 years of age.

We do not knowingly collect personal data from minors.

12. Third-Party Links

Our Platform may contain links to third-party websites. We are not responsible for their privacy practices.

13. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time.

Any changes will be posted with an updated “Last Updated” date. Continued use of the Platform constitutes acceptance of the revised policy.

14. Contact Us

If you have questions about this Privacy Policy, contact:

ShopyHive
Email: [Insert Privacy Email]
Address: [Insert Business Address]