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OPEN MARKET — PRIVACY POLICY

Last Updated: February 20, 2026

Open Market (“Open Market,” “we,” “our,” or “us”) respects your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, share, and protect information when you use our website, platform, and services (collectively, the “Services”).

By accessing or using the Services, you agree to this Privacy Policy.


1. Information We Collect

1.1 Information You Provide

We collect information you provide directly, including:

  • name, email address, phone number

  • account credentials

  • profile information (host, seller, landlord, provider details)

  • listing information (property details, service descriptions, pricing, photos, documents)

  • messages and inquiries sent through the platform

  • subscription and billing details (processed by third-party payment providers)


1.2 Automatically Collected Information

When you use the Services, we may automatically collect:

  • IP address

  • device and browser type

  • pages viewed and interactions

  • approximate location (city/state level)

  • cookies and similar tracking technologies

This information is used to operate, secure, and improve the platform.


1.3 Payment Information

Payments are processed by third-party payment processors (such as Stripe).

Open Market does not store full credit card numbers or banking credentials.
Payment processors handle payment data according to their own privacy policies.


2. How We Use Information

We use information to:

  • create and manage user accounts

  • publish and display listings

  • enable communication between users

  • process subscriptions and payments

  • enforce our Terms of Service and Listing Policies

  • improve site performance and features

  • prevent fraud, abuse, and security issues

  • comply with legal obligations

Open Market does not sell personal data.


3. Listings and Public Information

Listings, profiles, and related content are public by design.

Information you post in a listing or profile may be visible to:

  • other users

  • the public

  • search engines

You are responsible for deciding what information you choose to publish.


4. Sharing of Information

We may share information:

  • with service providers (hosting, analytics, payments, email delivery)

  • to comply with legal requests or obligations

  • to enforce our Terms of Service or Listing Policies

  • in connection with a business transfer (merger, sale, restructuring)

  • with other users when you publish listings or initiate contact

We do not share personal data for third-party advertising purposes.


5. Cookies and Tracking Technologies

We use cookies and similar technologies to:

  • keep users logged in

  • remember preferences

  • analyze site usage

  • improve performance and security

You may control cookies through your browser settings. Disabling cookies may limit some features.


6. Data Retention

We retain personal data only as long as reasonably necessary to:

  • provide the Services

  • comply with legal and regulatory requirements

  • resolve disputes

  • enforce agreements

Listings and account data may persist for a limited time after cancellation or deletion where required for legal, security, or operational purposes.


7. Account Deletion and Data Removal

You may delete your Open Market account at any time through your account settings.

When you delete your account:

  • your profile, listings, messages, and associated account data are scheduled for permanent deletion

  • active subscriptions are canceled and will not renew

  • unused listing credits are forfeited

Certain information may be retained only as required by law, including billing records, fraud prevention logs, and compliance records.

Deleted accounts cannot be recovered.


8. Security

We use reasonable administrative, technical, and organizational measures to protect personal information.

However, no system is completely secure. You use the Services at your own risk.


9. Children’s Privacy

Open Market is not intended for users under the age of 18.

We do not knowingly collect personal data from children.


10. California Privacy Rights

California residents may have rights under the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA/CPRA), including the right to:

  • access personal data

  • request deletion

  • request correction

These rights may be exercised through your account settings, subject to legal limitations.


11. International Users

If you access Open Market from outside the United States, your information may be processed and stored in the United States.

By using the Services, you consent to this transfer.


12. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time.

Changes become effective when posted. Continued use of the Services constitutes acceptance of the updated policy.


13. Contact

Questions about this Privacy Policy may be directed to:

info@open-market.net