Seller Privacy Policy

Effective Date: May 16, 2026

Welcome to SmartTradeHunt.com (“Platform”, “Marketplace”, “SmartTradeHunt”, “we”, “our”, “us”).

This Seller Privacy Policy explains how SmartTradeHunt collects, uses, stores, protects, processes, and discloses seller information when sellers, vendors, merchants, and businesses (“Seller”, “you”, “your”) register, list products, process transactions, use seller tools, or otherwise interact with seller services on SmartTradeHunt.com.

By registering as a seller or using seller services, you agree to this Privacy Policy together with all related marketplace policies and applicable laws.

1. Information We Collect

SmartTradeHunt may collect information necessary to operate seller services securely and effectively.

A. Account Registration Information

This may include:

• Full name

• Business name

• Username

• Email address

• Phone number

• Account password (encrypted)

• Country and business location

• Business registration details where applicable

B. Identity Verification Information

Where verification is required, we may collect:

• Government-issued identification

• Business registration certificates

• Tax registration information

• Banking verification documents

• Address verification documents

• Seller ownership confirmation details

Verification data is used solely for compliance and security purposes.

C. Payment and Withdrawal Information

This may include:

• Bank account details

• Payment provider account information

• Wallet transaction records

• Withdrawal history

• Payment processing confirmations

Sensitive financial information is handled securely and only as necessary for payout processing.

D. Seller Marketplace Activity Data

We may collect data related to seller activity, including:

• Product listings

• Product edits

• Order fulfillment records

• Refund and dispute history

• Withdrawal requests

• Buyer communication activity

• Seller performance metrics

• Login history

• Security activity logs

E. Technical Information

We may automatically collect:

• IP address

• Browser type

• Device information

• Operating system

• Session activity

• Access timestamps

• Security event records

• Cookies and platform usage analytics

2. How We Use Seller Information

We use seller information to:

• Create and manage seller accounts

• Verify seller identity

• Process transactions and withdrawals

• Monitor platform performance

• Prevent fraud and abuse

• Resolve disputes

• Provide seller support

• Improve marketplace functionality

• Enforce seller policies

• Comply with legal obligations

• Protect buyers and marketplace integrity

Information is processed only for legitimate business and compliance purposes.

3. Legal Basis for Processing

Seller information may be processed where necessary for:

• Contract performance

• Legal compliance

• Fraud prevention

• Security protection

• Platform operational interests

• Regulatory reporting

• Seller-requested services

Where legally required, consent may be requested for specific processing activities.

4. Seller Data Sharing

SmartTradeHunt does not sell seller personal information.

Seller information may only be shared when necessary with:

A. Payment Processors

To process withdrawals, payment confirmations, or transaction verification.

B. Verification Providers

To confirm identity or compliance documentation where required.

C. Service Providers

For platform hosting, security monitoring, analytics, communications, and technical infrastructure.

All service providers are expected to maintain appropriate confidentiality and security standards.

D. Legal and Regulatory Authorities

Information may be disclosed where legally required, including:

• Court orders

• Law enforcement requests

• Regulatory investigations

• Fraud prevention enforcement

• Legal compliance obligations

5. Seller Dashboard Visibility

Certain seller information may be visible to buyers or public marketplace users, including:

• Store name

• Seller profile details

• Product listings

• Store ratings and reviews

• Business branding uploaded by seller

Sellers control certain public profile settings through account tools where available.

6. Data Security

SmartTradeHunt uses commercially reasonable security measures to protect seller information, including:

• Encrypted transmissions where applicable

• Secure account authentication

• Access control protections

• Fraud monitoring systems

• Server security safeguards

• Activity logging and anomaly detection

No online system is completely immune from security risks.

Sellers are responsible for protecting account credentials.

7. Data Retention

Seller information may be retained as long as necessary for:

• Active account operation

• Transaction history requirements

• Legal recordkeeping

• Fraud prevention investigations

• Tax or compliance obligations

• Dispute resolution

Data may remain stored after account closure where legally required.

8. Seller Rights

Subject to applicable law, sellers may have rights to:

• Access their personal information

• Correct inaccurate information

• Request deletion where permitted

• Restrict certain processing

• Request portability of eligible information

• Object to certain data processing activities

Requests may be limited where legal obligations require retention.

9. Cookies and Tracking Technologies

SmartTradeHunt may use cookies and related technologies to:

• Maintain login sessions

• Improve seller dashboard performance

• Analyze platform usage

• Enhance security

• Personalize platform features

Sellers may manage browser cookie settings, though disabling cookies may affect platform functionality.

10. International Data Processing

Seller information may be processed or stored in jurisdictions outside your country depending on hosting, service infrastructure, or operational requirements.

By using seller services, you acknowledge such processing where legally permitted.

Reasonable safeguards are used to protect transferred information.

11. Seller Communications

SmartTradeHunt may send sellers important notices regarding:

• Account security

• Policy updates

• Withdrawal processing

• Verification requests

• Compliance notices

• Marketplace operational updates

• Dispute resolution actions

Operational communications may not be disabled where necessary for account use.

12. Account Security Responsibilities

Sellers must:

• Use strong passwords

• Protect account credentials

• Avoid sharing login access

• Report suspicious activity immediately

• Keep recovery information updated

Seller negligence resulting in unauthorized access may affect account protections.

13. Third-Party Links and Services

Seller dashboards or tools may contain links to third-party services.

SmartTradeHunt is not responsible for external privacy practices or third-party handling of seller information.

Sellers should review third-party privacy policies separately.

14. Children’s Privacy

Seller services are not intended for individuals under 18 years of age unless legally authorized under applicable business law.

Unauthorized minor registrations may be removed.

15. Policy Changes

SmartTradeHunt may update this Seller Privacy Policy at any time.

Changes become effective upon publication unless otherwise stated.

Continued use of seller services after updates constitutes acceptance.

16. Contact Privacy Support

For privacy-related seller inquiries:

SmartTradeHunt Privacy & Compliance Team
Website: https://www.smarttradehunt.com
Support Center: https://www.smarttradehunt.com/contact-us

17. Seller Acknowledgment

By registering and selling on SmartTradeHunt.com, you confirm that:

• You have read this Seller Privacy Policy

• You understand how your information is processed

• You consent where legally required

• You agree to SmartTradeHunt’s data handling practices

SmartTradeHunt is committed to protecting seller information with transparency, fairness, and responsible privacy practices across our marketplace ecosystem.