Privacy Policy
Rankoup respects your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains what information we collect, why we collect it, and how it is used when you access or use the platform.
We believe in collecting the minimum amount of data necessary to operate the marketplace and provide a functional, secure experience.
Information We Collect
We collect information that you choose to provide and information that is technically required for the platform to function.
Information you provide
- Account information such as username and login credentials
- Listings you create (titles, descriptions, images, prices, location)
- Messages sent through the platform
- Actions such as votes, favorites, and interactions with listings
Automatically collected information
- IP address and basic device information (for security and abuse prevention)
- Session and authentication data (cookies)
- Usage data such as page views and listing interactions
We do not collect unnecessary personal data.
How We Use Your Information
Your information is used strictly to operate and improve Rankoup.
- Creating and managing user accounts
- Displaying listings and rankings
- Enabling communication between users
- Preventing fraud, spam, and abuse
- Maintaining platform security and performance
We do not use your data for advertising networks or third-party tracking.
Cookies & Local Storage
Rankoup uses cookies and similar technologies only for essential functionality:
- Keeping you logged in
- Maintaining sessions
- Protecting against abuse and malicious activity
We do not use tracking cookies for cross-site advertising or behavioral profiling.
Data Sharing
We do not sell, rent, or trade your personal information.
Your data is only shared when:
- Required to operate core platform features (e.g. messaging between users)
- Required by law or legal process
- Necessary to protect the platform, users, or public safety
Third-party access is kept to an absolute minimum.
Data Storage & Security
We take reasonable technical and organizational measures to protect your data against unauthorized access, loss, or misuse.
However, no system is 100% secure, and users acknowledge this when using the platform.
Your Choices
You control your content and account:
- You may edit or delete your listings
- You may stop using the platform at any time
- You may request account removal where applicable
Some data may be retained for legal or security reasons.
Children’s Privacy
Rankoup is not intended for users under the age of 13. We do not knowingly collect data from children.
Changes to This Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes to the platform or legal requirements.
Significant changes will be communicated through the site.
Contact
If you have questions about this Privacy Policy or how your data is handled, you can contact us through the platform.
Summary (Plain English):
We only collect what we need.
We don’t sell your data.
We don’t track you across the internet.
Your data exists to make the marketplace work.