At GoAutoC, your privacy is important to us. This Privacy Policy outlines how we collect, use, disclose, and protect your personal information when you visit our website, use our services, or interact with us online or offline. By accessing or using our services, you agree to the practices described in this policy.

1. Who We Are

GoAutoC is a Canadian-based platform dedicated to connecting car buyers and sellers, offering vehicle trade, purchase, financing, and dealership services.

2. Information We Collect

We collect the following types of personal information:

a. Information You Provide Voluntarily

  • Full Name

  • Email Address

  • Phone Number

  • Address

  • Vehicle Information (e.g., VIN, make, model, year)

  • Trade-in Details

  • Payment/Banking Information (if applicable for purchase or financing)

b. Information We Collect Automatically

  • IP address

  • Browser type and version

  • Pages you visit

  • Referring URL

  • Date and time of access

  • Device and operating system data

c. Cookies and Tracking Technologies

We use cookies, beacons, and similar technologies to enhance your browsing experience and collect website usage data. You may manage your cookie preferences in your browser settings.

3. How We Use Your Information

We use your personal information to:

  • Process trade-ins, vehicle sales, and financing applications

  • Respond to inquiries and provide customer support

  • Send updates, promotions, and newsletters (with your consent)

  • Improve our services and website functionality

  • Comply with legal and regulatory obligations

4. Sharing Your Information

We do not sell your personal information. We may share your data with:

  • Authorized Dealerships and Finance Partners (to complete your trade or purchase)

  • Service Providers (hosting, payment processing, IT support)

  • Legal Authorities (if required by law, subpoena, or to protect our rights)

All third-party service providers are contractually bound to protect your information.

5. Consent

By using our services, you consent to the collection, use, and disclosure of your personal information as described in this Privacy Policy. You may withdraw your consent at any time, subject to legal and contractual restrictions.

6. Retention of Data

We retain personal information only as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes for which it was collected or to meet legal requirements.

7. Your Rights

As a Canadian resident, you have the right to:

  • Access the personal data we hold about you

  • Request corrections to inaccurate or incomplete data

  • Withdraw your consent at any time

  • Request deletion of your data, subject to legal limitations

To exercise these rights, contact us at privacy@goautoc.ca.

8. How We Protect Your Information

We implement appropriate technical and organizational security measures including:

  • SSL encryption

  • Secure servers

  • Access control

  • Staff training and confidentiality agreements

However, no system is 100% secure. Use our website at your own risk.

9. Third-Party Links

Our website may contain links to third-party websites. We are not responsible for the privacy practices of those sites. Please review their privacy policies independently.

10. Children’s Privacy

Our services are not intended for individuals under the age of 16. We do not knowingly collect personal data from children. If you believe a child has provided us with personal information, please contact us for deletion.

11. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this policy occasionally. We will post the revised version with a new effective date. Continued use of our services means you accept the changes.

12. Contact Us

If you have any questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy or your personal data, please contact us:

GoAutoC Privacy Officer
Email: privacy@goautoc.ca
Phone: [Insert Number]
Mail: [Insert Business Address, Canada]