Privacy Policy

Privacy Policy

Last updated: February 2026

This Privacy Policy describes how information is collected, used, and protected in connection with the TopsailIsland.com domain auction website (the “Site”). By accessing or using this Site, you agree to the collection and use of information in accordance with this policy.

1. Information We Collect
a. Information You Provide
  • Email address
  • Display name (if provided)
  • Account login credentials (stored in hashed/encrypted form)
  • Bidding activity (bid amounts and timestamps)
b. Automatically Collected Information
  • IP address
  • Browser type and version
  • Device and operating system information
  • Date and time of access
  • Pages viewed and actions taken on the Site
  • Session and authentication data via cookies
2. Use of Information

Collected information is used to:

  • Operate and administer the auction
  • Authenticate users and manage sessions
  • Record and display bids
  • Prevent fraud, abuse, or unauthorized access
  • Enforce auction rules and terms
  • Comply with legal or regulatory obligations

We do not sell or rent personal information to third parties.

3. Publicly Displayed Information

To protect bidder privacy, bid history displays anonymous bidder identifiers (e.g., “Bidder #3721”). Personal information such as email addresses or real names is never publicly shown.

4. Cookies and Session Data

The Site uses cookies strictly for user authentication, session management, and security purposes. Cookies are not used for advertising or cross-site tracking.

Disabling cookies may prevent you from logging in or participating in the auction.

5. Data Security

Reasonable administrative, technical, and physical safeguards are used to protect information against unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction. However, no method of transmission over the internet or electronic storage is completely secure.

6. Data Retention

Information is retained only for as long as necessary to complete the auction, maintain audit records, resolve disputes, and comply with legal obligations.

7. Third-Party Services

Third-party services such as domain registrars or escrow providers may be used to complete the domain transfer after the auction concludes. These services operate under their own privacy policies.

8. Children’s Privacy

This Site is intended for use by adults. We do not knowingly collect personal information from individuals under the age of 18.

9. Contact Information

For privacy-related questions or requests, please contact:

Email: matt@worldtourism.com