Privacy Policy

Last Updated: August 26, 2025
Company: Apex Realty and Auction LLC
Address: 2633 Williams Dr, Pleasant View, TN 37146
Phone: 615-247-8191
Email: bryan@apexrealtytn.com

1. Introduction

Apex Realty and Auction LLC (“we,” “our,” “us”) respects your privacy and is committed to protecting the personal information you share with us. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you use our website, register for online auctions, or interact with us in any way.

This Privacy Policy applies to users located in the United States. If you are located outside of the United States, please note that your information may be processed in the U.S. in accordance with U.S. privacy laws, which may differ from your local laws.

By accessing or using our site, you agree to the terms of this Privacy Policy.

2. Information We Collect

We only collect information necessary to provide our services. This may include:

  • Personal Information: Name, email address, phone number, mailing address, driver’s license or government ID, billing details.

  • Financial Information: Payment details (credit/debit cards, bank account information, wire transfer details) used for deposits, payments, and settlements.

  • Bidding and Transaction Information: Auction history, property interests, deposits placed, and purchase details.

  • Information You Provide:

    • Through forms on our website (e.g., registration, inquiries, or special offers).

    • By phone, email, or SMS/MMS messages.

    • By interacting with us on social media platforms (e.g., Facebook, Instagram).

  • Technical Information: IP address, browser type, device identifiers, operating system, and cookies.

  • Social Media or Public Content: Posts, comments, photos, or videos shared with us via public channels.

We do not collect any special categories of sensitive personal data (e.g., race, religion, health information).

3. How We Use Your Information

We may use your information for the following purposes:

  • To register you for auctions and verify your identity.

  • To process bids, payments, and transactions.

  • To comply with legal obligations (e.g., recordkeeping, reporting).

  • To provide customer support, respond to inquiries, or resolve disputes.

  • To improve our website, services, and communications.

  • To contact you with updates, marketing, or special offers (if you’ve opted in).

  • To prevent and detect fraud, abuse, or illegal activity.

  • To enforce auction terms and collect amounts owed, if necessary.

4. Legal Basis for Processing

Where applicable, our legal basis for processing your data includes:

  • Contractual necessity: To perform our obligations when you register, bid, or purchase.

  • Legal obligation: To comply with federal/state law, court orders, or regulatory requirements.

  • Legitimate interests: To protect our business, improve services, and prevent fraud.

  • Consent: For marketing or communications where required by law.

5. How We Share Your Information

We may share your information with:

  • Service Providers: Website hosts, IT support, payment processors, marketing providers.

  • Business Partners: Auction platform providers and property sellers.

  • Credit/Financial Institutions: For payment verification, anti-fraud, or escrow services.

  • Legal & Compliance Authorities: Courts, regulators, or law enforcement when required.

  • Professional Advisors: Attorneys, accountants, and insurers as necessary.

  • In Business Transactions: In connection with a merger, acquisition, or asset sale.

We do not sell your information to third parties.

6. Cookies and Tracking

We may use cookies, analytics, and tracking technologies to:

  • Improve functionality and performance of our website.

  • Understand how visitors use our services.

  • Provide a more personalized experience.

You may adjust cookie preferences in your browser settings.

7. Social Media and Public Content

Any comments, reviews, or posts you make on social media or public forums may be visible to others and governed by those platforms’ policies. We are not responsible for how third-party platforms use or disclose your information.

8. Data Retention

We retain personal data only as long as necessary to:

  • Fulfill the purposes outlined in this Privacy Policy.

  • Comply with legal, regulatory, and accounting requirements.

  • Enforce agreements or resolve disputes.

After that, we securely delete or anonymize data.

9. International Transfers

Some service providers may process data outside the United States. Where that occurs, we take reasonable steps to protect your information consistent with this Privacy Policy.

10. Your Rights

You may have the right to:

  • Access, correct, or delete your personal data.

  • Request a copy of information we hold about you.

  • Opt out of marketing communications.

  • Restrict or object to certain processing activities.

To exercise your rights, please contact us (see Section 13). We may request proof of identification and will respond within a reasonable time (typically 30 days).

11. Third-Party Links

Our website may contain links to external third-party sites. We are not responsible for the privacy practices or content of those websites.

12. Data Security

We implement appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect your data against unauthorized access, misuse, loss, or disclosure. However, no method of transmission or storage is completely secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.

13. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. If we make material changes, we will post a prominent notice on our website prior to the changes taking effect.

14. Contact Us

If you have any questions, requests, or concerns about this Privacy Policy, please contact us at:

Apex Realty and Auction LLC
2633 Williams Dr
Pleasant View, TN 37146

đź“ž Phone: 615-247-8191
📧 Email: bryan@apexrealtytn.com