Privacy Policy

1. Information We Collect

1.1 Personal Information from Buyers

When you create a buyer account or complete a buyer profile, we collect:

• Full name, email address, and phone number
• Company name and professional information
• Investment capacity and net worth ranges (not exact figures)
• Business acquisition experience and background
• Investment interests and acquisition timeline
• LinkedIn profile and professional references
• IP address and device information for security

1.2 Personal Information from Sellers

When you list a business for sale, we collect:

• Full name, email address, and contact information
• Business ownership details and documentation
• Financial information about the business
• Operational details and confidential business data
• Legal documentation and verification materials

1.3 Business Listing Information

For each business listing, we collect and store:

• Public teaser information (industry, location ranges, revenue ranges)
• Confidential details (exact financials, business name, precise location)
• Financial documents (P&L statements, tax returns, CIM)
• Operational documentation and business plans
• Owner involvement and transition details

1.4 NDA and Legal Documents

When you sign an NDA to access confidential information, we collect:

• Electronic signature and typed name
• Timestamp and IP address of signature
• Copy of the NDA text accepted
• Agreement to confidentiality terms

1.5 Automatically Collected Information

• Browser type and version
• Operating system
• IP address and approximate location
• Pages visited and time spent on site
• Referring website and search terms
• Device identifiers and connection data

2. How We Use Your Information

We use the collected information for the following purposes:

2.1 Marketplace Operations

• Facilitate connections between qualified buyers and sellers
• Verify buyer qualifications and financial capacity
• Authenticate business ownership and listing accuracy
• Process NDA agreements and manage confidential access
• Track interested parties and facilitate communications

2.2 Account Management

• Create and maintain your user account
• Process buyer vetting and approval
• Manage seller accounts and listing submissions
• Send important account notifications and updates
• Provide customer support and respond to inquiries

2.3 Security and Fraud Prevention

• Detect and prevent fraudulent activity
• Verify identity of buyers and sellers
• Maintain audit logs for confidential data access
• Protect against unauthorized access and data breaches
• Enforce our Terms of Service and NDA agreements

2.4 Platform Improvement

• Analyze usage patterns to improve user experience
• Develop new features and services
• Optimize matching between buyers and opportunities
• Conduct research and analytics on marketplace trends

2.5 Communications

• Send transactional emails (account updates, NDA confirmations)
• Notify you of new relevant business listings (with your consent)
• Share marketplace updates and opportunities
• Respond to your inquiries and support requests

3. Data Protection & Security

We implement industry-standard security measures to protect your information:

3.1 Technical Security Measures

• SSL/TLS encryption for all data transmission
• Encrypted database storage for sensitive information
• Secure authentication and session management
• Regular security audits and penetration testing
• Firewall protection and intrusion detection systems
• Regular software updates and security patches

3.2 Access Controls

• Role-based access control for all users
• Multi-factor authentication for sensitive operations
• Strict employee access policies and background checks
• Audit logging of all confidential data access
• Automatic session timeouts for inactive accounts

3.3 Data Backup and Recovery

• Regular encrypted backups of all data
• Disaster recovery procedures and business continuity plans
• Secure off-site backup storage

4. Business Confidentiality

Protecting confidential business information is fundamental to our platform:

4.1 Two-Tier Information Structure

• Public Teaser: General industry, approximate location, revenue ranges, and high-level highlights visible to all users
• Confidential Details: Exact business name, precise location, detailed financials, and sensitive documents only available after NDA signature

4.2 NDA Enforcement

• All buyers must sign individual NDAs per business listing
• NDAs are legally binding and electronically recorded
• Breach of NDA can result in legal action and platform ban
• We maintain detailed logs of all confidential information access

4.3 Buyer Vetting Process

• All buyers undergo qualification review before accessing confidential information
• We verify financial capacity and genuine acquisition intent
• Competitive buyers and industry competitors may be restricted
• Sellers retain control over who can access their information

4.4 Information Sharing Restrictions

We will NOT share confidential business information except:

• With qualified, NDA-signed buyers for that specific listing
• When required by law or legal process
• To protect our rights or the safety of others
• With your explicit written consent

5. Cookies & Tracking Technologies

We use cookies and similar technologies to enhance your experience:

5.1 Types of Cookies We Use

• Essential Cookies: Required for authentication, security, and core functionality
• Analytics Cookies: Help us understand usage patterns and improve our service
• Preference Cookies: Remember your settings and preferences
• Session Cookies: Maintain your login state and session data

5.2 Third-Party Analytics

We may use third-party analytics services to understand user behavior and improve our platform. These services may collect anonymous usage data.

5.3 Cookie Management

You can control cookies through your browser settings. Note that disabling essential cookies may impact platform functionality.

6. Information Sharing & Disclosure

We may share your information in limited circumstances:

6.1 With Other Users

• Basic contact information shared between interested buyers and sellers
• Buyer qualification summaries shared with sellers
• Communication facilitated through the platform

6.2 With Service Providers

• Cloud hosting and infrastructure providers
• Email service providers for transactional emails
• Payment processors for subscription payments
• Security and fraud prevention services
• All service providers are bound by confidentiality agreements

6.3 Legal Requirements

• When required by law, court order, or subpoena
• To comply with legal proceedings
• To protect our rights, property, or safety
• To enforce our Terms of Service or NDA agreements
• To investigate potential fraud or security issues

6.4 Business Transfers

If EnterpriseForSale is acquired, merged, or sells assets, your information may be transferred. We will notify you of any such change and any choices you may have.

7. Your Privacy Rights

You have the following rights regarding your personal information:

7.1 Access and Portability

• Request a copy of your personal data
• Download your account information
• View all businesses you've shown interest in
• Access all NDAs you've signed

7.2 Correction and Updates

• Update your profile information at any time
• Correct inaccuracies in your account data
• Modify your buyer preferences and criteria

7.3 Deletion and Deactivation

• Request account deletion (subject to legal retention requirements)
• Deactivate your account temporarily
• Withdraw from marketing communications
• Note: Signed NDAs and access logs must be retained for legal compliance

7.4 Objection and Restriction

• Object to certain uses of your data
• Opt-out of marketing communications
• Restrict processing of your information
• Withdraw consent for optional data uses

8. Data Retention

We retain your information for as long as necessary to provide our services and comply with legal obligations:

• Active Accounts: Data retained while account is active
• Inactive Accounts: May be deleted after 2 years of inactivity
• NDA Records: Retained for 7 years for legal compliance
• Transaction Records: Retained for 7 years for tax and legal requirements
• Access Logs: Retained for 2 years for security purposes
• Business Listings: Archived listings retained for historical records

9. Children's Privacy

EnterpriseForSale is not intended for users under 18 years of age. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children. Business acquisitions require legal capacity to contract. If we discover we have collected information from a child, we will delete it immediately.

10. International Users

EnterpriseForSale operates primarily in the United States. If you access our platform from outside the US:

• Your information may be transferred to and stored in the United States
• US data protection laws may differ from your country
• By using our services, you consent to this transfer
• We comply with applicable international data protection regulations

11. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices or legal requirements. When we make changes:

• We will update the "Last Updated" date at the top
• We will notify you via email for material changes
• We may display a prominent notice on our platform
• Continued use after changes constitutes acceptance

12. Contact Us

If you have questions, concerns, or requests regarding this Privacy Policy or our data practices, please contact us: