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Privacy Policy

Last Updated: June 2026

Go Garage It ("we," "us," or "our") operates https://gogarageit.com (the "Site") and related services for organizing, listing, and discovering garage, yard, and estate sales. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and protect your information when you use our Service.

1. Information We Collect

We collect the following types of information:

Personal Information

  • Name and email address (at registration)
  • Phone number (optional, for seller verification)
  • Address and location data (for listing creation and map-based search)
  • Account credentials (email + password, or via Google OAuth)
  • Payment information (processed by Stripe — we do not store full card details)

Sale Listing Data

  • Sale title, description, dates, times, and address
  • Item categories, photos, and custom tags
  • Location coordinates (latitude/longitude) derived from your address

Usage and Technical Data

  • IP address, browser type, and device information
  • Pages visited, clicks, and interaction patterns
  • Analytics data collected via Google Analytics
  • Cookies and similar tracking technologies

Communications

  • Messages sent through our in-app messaging feature
  • Support inquiries and feedback
  • Email communications and notification preferences

We collect this information directly from you, automatically through cookies and tracking technologies, or from third-party services (e.g., Google for sign-in, Stripe for payments).

2. How We Use Your Information

We use the information we collect to:

  • Provide, operate, and improve the Service (listings, search, map, notifications)
  • Create and manage your account
  • Process payments and listing fees via Stripe
  • Send transactional emails (listing approval, expiration notices, account activity)
  • Send push notifications about nearby garage sales (with your consent via OneSignal)
  • Send marketing communications (with your consent; you may opt out at any time)
  • Detect and prevent fraud, spam, and abuse
  • Conduct analytics to understand usage trends and improve the Service
  • Comply with applicable laws and legal obligations
  • Respond to support requests and user inquiries

3. Sharing Your Information

We do not sell your personal information as defined under the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA/CPRA) or similar laws.

We may share your information with:

  • Service Providers: Trusted third parties who assist in operating the Service, including hosting providers, analytics (Google Analytics), payment processing (Stripe), push notifications (OneSignal), and email delivery
  • Other Users: Your listing information (title, address, photos, dates) is publicly visible to other users of the Service
  • Legal Requirements: When required by law, subpoena, court order, or to protect the rights, property, or safety of Go Garage It, our users, or the public
  • Business Transfers: In the event of a merger, acquisition, or sale of assets, your information may be transferred as part of that transaction
  • With Your Consent: For any other purpose with your explicit consent

4. Your Rights (CCPA/CPRA and Similar Laws)

California residents — and users in other states with applicable privacy laws — have the following rights regarding their personal information:

  • Right to Know: Request details about what personal information we have collected, used, disclosed, or sold
  • Right to Delete: Request that we delete your personal information (subject to certain exceptions)
  • Right to Opt-Out: Opt out of the sale or sharing of personal information — note: we do not sell personal information
  • Right to Correct: Request correction of inaccurate personal information
  • Right to Limit Use of Sensitive Data: Limit our use of sensitive personal information to necessary purposes
  • Right to Non-Discrimination: We will not discriminate against you for exercising any of these rights

To exercise any of these rights, please contact us at privacy@gogarageit.com. We may need to verify your identity before processing your request and will respond within the timeframes required by applicable law (generally 45 days).

5. Data Security

We implement reasonable administrative, technical, and physical safeguards to protect your personal information from unauthorized access, disclosure, alteration, and destruction. These include encrypted data transmission (HTTPS), secure password hashing, and access controls.

However, no method of transmission over the Internet or electronic storage is 100% secure. We cannot guarantee absolute security and encourage you to use strong, unique passwords for your account.

6. Children's Privacy (COPPA)

The Service is not directed at children under the age of 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If we become aware that we have collected personal information from a child under 13 without parental consent, we will take steps to delete that information promptly.

If you believe a child under 13 has provided us with personal information, please contact us at privacy@gogarageit.com.

7. Cookies and Tracking

We use cookies and similar tracking technologies to operate and improve the Service. These include:

  • Essential Cookies: Required for the Service to function (e.g., authentication sessions)
  • Analytics Cookies: Used by Google Analytics to understand how users interact with the Site (e.g., page views, traffic sources)
  • Advertising: We may use Google AdSense, which places cookies to serve relevant ads

You can manage or disable cookies through your browser settings. Note that disabling certain cookies may affect the functionality of the Service. For Google Analytics opt-out, visit tools.google.com/dlpage/gaoptout.

8. Push Notifications

With your consent, we may send push notifications about nearby garage sales and platform updates via OneSignal. You can opt out of push notifications at any time through your browser or device settings, or by managing your notification preferences in your account settings.

9. Third-Party Links and Services

The Service may contain links to third-party websites or integrate third-party services (e.g., Google Maps). We are not responsible for the privacy practices of these third parties, and this Privacy Policy does not apply to them. We encourage you to review the privacy policies of any third-party services you use.

10. International Users

Go Garage It is based in the United States and the Service is intended for use by U.S. residents. If you access the Service from outside the United States, your information will be transferred to and processed in the United States. By using the Service, you consent to this transfer and processing. Data protection laws in the U.S. may differ from those in your country.

11. Data Retention

We retain your personal information for as long as your account is active or as needed to provide the Service. We may retain certain information after account closure as required by law or for legitimate business purposes, such as fraud prevention. You may request deletion of your account and data by contacting us at privacy@gogarageit.com.

12. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices or applicable laws. We will notify you of material changes by posting the updated policy on this page with a new "Last Updated" date, and where appropriate, via email. Your continued use of the Service after changes are posted constitutes your acceptance of the revised policy. We encourage you to review this page periodically.

13. Contact Us

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

Go Garage It

Email: privacy@gogarageit.com

Website: gogarageit.com

Note: This Privacy Policy has been prepared for informational purposes and should be reviewed by qualified legal counsel to ensure compliance with your specific jurisdiction, business requirements, and applicable state and federal laws.