Privacy Policy

This Privacy Policy explains how FixBazar (fixbazar.com), operated by FixBazar ("we", "us", "our"), collects, uses, stores, and protects your personal data when you visit our website or register your interest in our platform.

We are committed to protecting your privacy in accordance with the UK General Data Protection Regulation (UK GDPR) and the Data Protection Act 2018.

1. Who We Are

FixBazar is a device repair marketplace currently in pre-launch development. Our registered contact address for data protection matters is:

FixBazar
Email: info@fixbazar.com
Website: www.fixbazar.com

2. What Data We Collect

When you register your interest on our website, we collect the following information:

• Full name
• Email address
• Phone number (optional)
• Registration type (Customer, Repair Professional, or Business)
• Device types you need repaired (if applicable)
• How you heard about us
• Date and time of registration
• IP address and browser information (collected automatically)

3. How We Use Your Data

We use your personal data for the following purposes:

• To notify you when FixBazar launches and provide early access information
• To send you relevant updates about the platform and our services
• To understand demand for our services and plan our launch
• To respond to any enquiries you submit
• To comply with our legal obligations

We will not use your data for automated decision-making or profiling.

4. Legal Basis for Processing

We process your personal data on the following legal bases under UK GDPR:

• Consent: You have given clear consent by submitting your registration and ticking the acknowledgement checkbox.
• Legitimate interests: To communicate platform updates to registered interest holders.

5. How We Store Your Data

Your registration data is stored securely via Mailchimp, our email marketing platform. Mailchimp is compliant with UK GDPR and stores data on servers within the European Economic Area or with appropriate safeguards in place.

We retain your data for as long as FixBazar is in operation or until you request deletion, whichever comes first.

6. Sharing Your Data

We do not sell, rent, or trade your personal data to third parties. We may share your data with:

• Mailchimp: For email list management and communication (data processor)
• Legal authorities: If required by law or to protect our legal rights

No other third parties have access to your personal data.

7. Your Rights

Under UK GDPR, you have the following rights:

• Right to access: Request a copy of the personal data we hold about you
• Right to rectification: Request correction of inaccurate data
• Right to erasure: Request deletion of your personal data
• Right to restrict processing: Request that we limit how we use your data
• Right to data portability: Request your data in a portable format
• Right to object: Object to our processing of your data
• Right to withdraw consent: Withdraw your consent at any time

To exercise any of these rights, please contact us at: info@fixbazar.com. We will respond to all requests within 30 days.

8. Cookies

Our website may use essential cookies to ensure the site functions correctly. We do not use tracking or advertising cookies without your explicit consent. A cookie consent banner is displayed on your first visit.

9. Third-Party Links

Our website may contain links to third-party websites. We are not responsible for the privacy practices of those sites and encourage you to read their privacy policies.

10. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify registered users of any material changes by email. The latest version will always be available at fixbazar.com/privacy-policy.

11. How to Complain

If you are not satisfied with how we handle your personal data, you have the right to lodge a complaint with the UK Information Commissioner's Office (ICO):

Website: www.ico.org.uk
Helpline: 0303 123 1113

12. Contact Us

For any privacy-related questions or to exercise your data rights, please contact:

FixBazar Data Enquiries
Email: info@fixbazar.com
Website: www.fixbazar.com/contact-us