Privacy Policy

Last Updated: [27-03-2026]

1. Introduction

Welcome to gaubazar.com (“Gaubazar,” “Platform,” “we,” “our,” or “us”).

We are committed to protecting your privacy and handling your personal information responsibly. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, store, share, and safeguard your data.

This Policy governs data handling practices only and should be read together with our Terms and Conditions, which govern platform use and user responsibilities.

2. Scope of Policy

This Privacy Policy applies to:

• All users of gaubazar.com 
• Website and mobile access 
• Listings, communications, and platform interactions 

3. Information We Collect

3.1 Information You Provide

We collect information you voluntarily provide, including:

• Name, email address, and phone number 
• Account registration details 
• Listing information (photos, descriptions, pricing) 
• Messages and communications with other users 
• Support requests and feedback 

3.2 Automatically Collected Information

We may automatically collect:

• IP address and approximate location (city-level) 
• Device, browser, and operating system 
• Usage data (pages visited, interactions, session time) 
• Log and diagnostic data 

3.3 Cookies and Tracking Technologies

We use cookies and similar technologies to:

• Maintain login sessions 
• Remember preferences 
• Analyze traffic and performance 

Users may manage cookies via browser settings.

4. Public Information and User Responsibility

Gaubazar is a public classifieds platform.

• Any information you include in listings (such as phone number, email, or location) becomes publicly accessible 
• Such information may be viewed, shared, or collected by third parties 

By posting listings, you acknowledge that this is user-initiated public exposure, and Gaubazar is not responsible for any misuse, harvesting, or external use of such publicly shared data.

5. Use of Your Information

We use your information to:

• Provide and operate the Platform 
• Create and manage user accounts 
• Display and promote listings 
• Enable communication between users 
• Improve platform functionality and user experience 
• Detect, prevent, and investigate fraud or abuse 
• Send service-related communications 

6. Sharing of Information

We do not sell personal data.

We may share information:

• With other users (as part of listings and communication) 
• With service providers (hosting, analytics, support tools) 
• When required by law or legal process 
• To prevent fraud, security threats, or illegal activity 

7. Law Enforcement and Legal Compliance

Gaubazar may disclose user information, including:

• Email addresses 
• IP logs 
• Account activity 
• Messages and communications 
• Metadata (including login times, session durations, and usage frequency) 

to law enforcement authorities, including the Nepal Police Cyber Bureau, or other relevant agencies:

• Upon valid legal request 
• During fraud or criminal investigations 
• To comply with applicable laws 

Such disclosures may be made without prior notice to the user where legally permitted.

8. Data Security and Email-Based Account Protection

8.1 Account Identity (Anchor Email)

Your registered email address is your primary account identifier.

• You are responsible for maintaining access to your email 
• Gaubazar may not be able to recover accounts if email access is lost 

8.2 Security Practices

We implement reasonable safeguards, including:

• Secure hosting infrastructure 
• Access controls and monitoring 

However, no system is completely secure.

8.3 Phishing Warning

Gaubazar will never ask for your password via email, phone, or message.

Users are responsible for protecting their credentials and reporting suspicious activity.

9. Anti-Scraping and Platform Protection

Users and third parties are strictly prohibited from:

• Using bots, crawlers, or automated tools to extract data 
• Collecting user contact information for unauthorized purposes 

We reserve the right to block access, restrict services, and take legal action against such activities.

10. Transactional Data Boundaries

Gaubazar does not process or facilitate payments.

• We do not collect or store bank details, wallet information (eSewa, Fonepay), or financial credentials 
• All transactions occur directly between users 

Gaubazar does not verify or secure payments made through third-party platforms (including eSewa, Fonepay, bank transfers, or similar services). Users provide financial information to such services at their own risk.

Messages between users may be stored for safety, moderation, and dispute investigation; however, Gaubazar is not a party to any agreements formed.

11. Data Storage and International Transfers

User data may be stored and processed on secure servers, including cloud infrastructure located outside Nepal.

By using the Platform, you consent to such storage and international data transfers.

12. Data Retention and Blacklisting

We retain data:

• As long as accounts are active 
• As required for legal, operational, and security purposes 

If a user is banned for fraud or abuse:

• We may retain identifying data (such as email and IP address) indefinitely 
• We may retain non-personal technical identifiers (including device or hardware-based identifiers) to prevent repeat violations and block access from associated devices 

13. Data Deletion and Anonymization

Users may request account deletion.

However:

• Certain data may be retained for legal, security, or fraud prevention purposes 
• Personal identifiers may be removed, and data may be anonymized 

Anonymized data that does not identify an individual may be retained indefinitely for:

• Market research 
• Trend analysis 
• Platform optimization 

14. User Rights

You may:

• Access your personal data 
• Update or correct your information 
• Request account deletion 
• Withdraw consent for communications 

Requests can be made via contact details below.

15. Third-Party Services

Gaubazar may use third-party services such as hosting, analytics, or integrations.

We are not responsible for their privacy practices. Users should review their policies separately.

16. Children’s Privacy and Eligibility

Gaubazar is strictly intended for users aged 18 and above.

We do not knowingly collect data from minors. If such data is identified, it will be deleted promptly.

17. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy at any time.

• Changes will be posted on this page 
• Continued use of the Platform constitutes acceptance 

18. Governing Law

This Privacy Policy shall be governed by the laws of Nepal.

19. Contact Information

📧 Email: [email protected]
 🌐 Website: https://gaubazar.com