Privacy Policy

1. Introduction

ExitBizNow ("we," "us," or "our") respects your privacy and is committed to protecting your personal information. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you use our website, marketplace, and related services (collectively, the "Services").

By accessing or using the Services, you agree to the practices described in this Privacy Policy. If you do not agree, please do not use the Services.

2. Information We Collect

Information you provide directly

• Account information — name, email address, phone number, and password when you register.
• Profile information — business ownership details, professional background, and preferences.
• Listing information — financial data, business descriptions, photos, documents, and verification materials you upload when creating a listing.
• Communication data — messages, inquiries, and support requests you send through the platform.
• Transaction data — payment information, billing address, and transaction history.

Information collected automatically

• Device and log data — IP address, browser type, operating system, referring URLs, pages visited, and timestamps.
• Cookies and similar technologies — we use cookies, local storage, and analytics pixels to understand usage patterns and improve the Services.
• Location data — general geographic location derived from your IP address.

3. How We Use Your Information

We use the information we collect for the following purposes:

• To provide, operate, and maintain the Services.
• To process transactions, payments, and escrow integrations.
• To verify your identity and the legitimacy of business listings.
• To facilitate communication between buyers and sellers.
• To personalize your experience and deliver relevant listings and recommendations.
• To send administrative notifications, security alerts, and account updates.
• To send marketing communications (with your consent, which you may withdraw at any time).
• To detect, prevent, and address fraud, abuse, and security incidents.
• To comply with legal obligations and enforce our Terms & Conditions.

4. How We Share Your Information

We do not sell your personal information. We may share your information in the following circumstances:

• With other users — when you contact a seller or buyer, your name and message content are shared with that user.
• Service providers — with trusted vendors who assist with hosting, payment processing, analytics, email delivery, and customer support, subject to confidentiality obligations.
• Legal compliance — when required by law, subpoena, or government request, or to protect our rights, property, or safety.
• Business transfers — in connection with a merger, acquisition, or sale of assets, with notice to you where required by law.

5. Cookies and Tracking Technologies

We use cookies and similar tracking technologies to enhance your experience, analyze traffic, and understand how users interact with the Services.

• Essential cookies — required for the Services to function, such as authentication and security.
• Analytics cookies — help us understand how visitors engage with the platform so we can improve it.
• Preference cookies — remember your settings and choices for a smoother experience.

You can manage cookie preferences through your browser settings. Disabling certain cookies may affect the functionality of the Services.

6. Data Security

We implement reasonable administrative, technical, and physical safeguards to protect your personal information from unauthorized access, disclosure, alteration, and destruction.

However, no method of transmission over the internet or electronic storage is completely secure. While we strive to use commercially acceptable means to protect your data, we cannot guarantee absolute security.

You are responsible for maintaining the confidentiality of your account credentials and for all activity that occurs under your account.

7. Data Retention

We retain your personal information for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this Privacy Policy, unless a longer retention period is required or permitted by law.

When you delete your account or request deletion of your data, we will remove or anonymize your information within a reasonable timeframe, except where retention is necessary for legal compliance, dispute resolution, or enforcement of our agreements.

8. Your Privacy Rights

Depending on your location, you may have the following rights regarding your personal information:

• Access — request a copy of the personal data we hold about you.
• Correction — request that we correct inaccurate or incomplete information.
• Deletion — request that we delete your personal data, subject to legal exceptions.
• Restriction — request that we limit the processing of your data.
• Portability — request a copy of your data in a structured, machine-readable format.
• Objection — object to the processing of your data for direct marketing or legitimate interests.
• Withdraw consent — where processing is based on consent, you may withdraw it at any time.

To exercise any of these rights, please contact us using the information provided in the Contact section below. We will respond within the timeframe required by applicable law.

9. Children's Privacy

The Services are not intended for individuals under the age of 18. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children. If you believe we have inadvertently collected data from a minor, please contact us immediately and we will take steps to delete that information.

10. Third-Party Links and Services

The Services may contain links to third-party websites, services, or resources (such as Escrow.com). We are not responsible for the privacy practices or content of those third parties. We encourage you to review the privacy policies of any third-party sites you visit.

11. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices, legal requirements, or Services. We will post the updated policy on this page with a revised effective date. Material changes will be notified through the Services or by email where appropriate. Your continued use of the Services after changes constitutes acceptance of the updated policy.

12. Contact Us

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