Privacy Policy for GoldCardAuctions.com
Last Updated: January 2026
GoldCardAuctions.com (“we,” “our,” “the site”) is an independent publication focused on the sports card market as an asset class. This Privacy Policy explains what information we collect, how we use it, and the choices you have when interacting with our website.
We aim to keep this policy clear, direct, and free of unnecessary legal jargon.
1. Information We Collect
1.1 Information You Provide Voluntarily
We may collect information you choose to share with us, including:
- Your name and email address (e.g., when contacting us)
- Messages or inquiries you submit through our contact channels
We do not request or store sensitive personal information.
1.2 Automatically Collected Information
When you visit GoldCardAuctions.com, standard web analytics tools may collect:
- IP address
- Browser type
- Device information
- Pages visited
- Time spent on the site
- Referring URLs
This data helps us understand how readers use the site and improve our content.
1.3 Cookies and Tracking Technologies
We use cookies and similar technologies for:
- Basic site functionality
- Traffic analytics
- Affiliate link tracking (including eBay Partner Network tracking)
You can disable cookies in your browser settings, though some features may not function as intended.
2. How We Use Your Information
We use collected information to:
- Respond to inquiries
- Improve site performance and content quality
- Analyze traffic patterns and reader behavior
- Maintain compliance with affiliate programs
- Prevent spam or misuse of the site
We do not sell or rent your personal information.
3. Affiliate Disclosure (eBay Partner Network)
GoldCardAuctions.com participates in the eBay Partner Network. This means:
- When you click certain links to eBay, a tracking cookie may be placed in your browser
- If you make a qualifying purchase, we may earn a commission
- This does not affect the price you pay
Required Disclosure: GoldCardAuctions.com is a participant in the eBay Partner Network and may earn a commission from qualifying purchases.
We include this disclosure to remain transparent and compliant with eBay’s affiliate policies.
4. Third‑Party Services
We may use third‑party tools that collect or process data, including:
- Google Analytics (traffic measurement)
- eBay Partner Network (affiliate tracking)
- Advertising or link‑tracking platforms (when applicable)
These services have their own privacy policies, and we encourage you to review them.
We do not control how third‑party platforms handle data once you leave our site.
5. Links to External Websites
GoldCardAuctions.com contains links to external sites, including eBay and other marketplaces. We are not responsible for the privacy practices or content of those websites.
6. Data Security
We take reasonable steps to protect the information we collect. However, no online system is completely secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute protection.
7. Children’s Privacy
GoldCardAuctions.com is not intended for children under 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children.
8. Your Choices
You may:
- Disable cookies in your browser
- Decline to provide personal information
- Contact us to request deletion of information you previously shared
9. Changes to This Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Any changes will be posted on this page with an updated “Last Updated” date.
10. Contact Us
If you have questions about this Privacy Policy or how we handle data, contact us:
General inquiries: info@goldcardauctions.com Media inquiries: media@goldcardauctions.com