Privacy Policy
This Privacy Policy explains how RightOfTheDot (“we”, “us”, or “our”) collects, uses, and protects your personal information when you access and use our auction platform at https://gbm.rotd.com (“the Platform”).
We are committed to protecting your privacy and ensuring compliance with applicable data protection laws, including the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR), where applicable.
Please read the following carefully to understand our views and practices regarding your personal data and how we will treat it. By using the Platform you acknowledge you have read and understood this privacy policy.
Who Controls Your Data
RightOfTheDot is the data controller for all personal data collected through the Platform. This means we determine the purposes and means of processing your personal data.
We operate the Platform in partnership with a technology provider, GBM Auctions, who hosts and manages the Platform on our behalf. Perpetual Altruism Ltd trading as GBM Auctions acts as a data processor, processing your personal data only under our instructions and for the sole purpose of delivering the services offered on the Platform.
Information we collect
Information you give us:
Providing this data is optional but necessary to use core Platform functions like bidding, managing funds, or receiving rewards.
Information we collect automatically from your use of the Platform:
This information is collected to maintain platform security, improve user experience, monitor bidding activity, and ensure proper functioning of the service.
Cookies and other technologies
The Platform uses cookies and similar technologies to distinguish you from other users of the Platform.
Most web browsers automatically accept cookies and similar technologies, but if you prefer, you can change your browser to prevent that and your help screen or manual will tell you how to do this. We also give you information about how to disable cookies in the table. However, you may not be able to take full advantage of our website if you do so.
A number of cookies and similar technologies we use last only for the duration of your web or app session and expire when you close your browser. Others are used to remember you when you return to the Platform and will last for longer.
We use these cookies and other technologies on the basis that they are necessary for the performance of a contract with you, or because using them is in our legitimate interests (where we have considered that these are not overridden by your rights), and, in some cases, where required by law, where you have consented to their use.
Use of Your Information
We use your personal data to:
Where required by law, we may also send you promotional updates if you have consented.
Sharing your information
We may share your data with:
Where Your Data Is Stored
The data that we collect from you is stored in the European Economic Area ("EEA").
If your information is ever transferred outside the EEA, we will take all steps reasonably necessary to ensure that your data is subject to appropriate safeguards, such as relying on a recognised legal adequacy mechanism, and that it is treated securely and in accordance with this privacy policy.
How long we keep your information
We retain personal data while your account remains active, and for up to 6 years afterward to comply with legal obligations and resolve disputes. Non-identifiable aggregate data may be retained longer for analytical purposes.
Your rights
You have the right to:
To exercise these rights, contact us. You may also lodge a complaint with your local data protection authority.
Contact Us
If you have any questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy, contact: [email protected]
We are committed to protecting your privacy and ensuring compliance with applicable data protection laws, including the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR), where applicable.
Please read the following carefully to understand our views and practices regarding your personal data and how we will treat it. By using the Platform you acknowledge you have read and understood this privacy policy.
Who Controls Your Data
RightOfTheDot is the data controller for all personal data collected through the Platform. This means we determine the purposes and means of processing your personal data.
We operate the Platform in partnership with a technology provider, GBM Auctions, who hosts and manages the Platform on our behalf. Perpetual Altruism Ltd trading as GBM Auctions acts as a data processor, processing your personal data only under our instructions and for the sole purpose of delivering the services offered on the Platform.
Information we collect
Information you give us:
- Your email address (required to register and access certain features)
- Your IP address
- Any information submitted during registration, when contacting support or managing your account
Providing this data is optional but necessary to use core Platform functions like bidding, managing funds, or receiving rewards.
Information we collect automatically from your use of the Platform:
- Technical identifiers: IP address, login data, browser type and version, operating system, time zone, and device information
- Your IP address
- Usage data: pages visited, actions taken (e.g. placing bids), interaction data (clicks, scrolling, time on page), and navigation paths
- Performance data: page load times, errors, and download issues
- Referral data: how you arrived at the Platform, including URLs and clickstream behavior
This information is collected to maintain platform security, improve user experience, monitor bidding activity, and ensure proper functioning of the service.
Cookies and other technologies
The Platform uses cookies and similar technologies to distinguish you from other users of the Platform.
Most web browsers automatically accept cookies and similar technologies, but if you prefer, you can change your browser to prevent that and your help screen or manual will tell you how to do this. We also give you information about how to disable cookies in the table. However, you may not be able to take full advantage of our website if you do so.
A number of cookies and similar technologies we use last only for the duration of your web or app session and expire when you close your browser. Others are used to remember you when you return to the Platform and will last for longer.
We use these cookies and other technologies on the basis that they are necessary for the performance of a contract with you, or because using them is in our legitimate interests (where we have considered that these are not overridden by your rights), and, in some cases, where required by law, where you have consented to their use.
Use of Your Information
We use your personal data to:
- Create and manage your account
- Allow bidding, placing offers, and earning promotional rewards
- Usage data: pages visited, actions taken (e.g. placing bids), interaction data (clicks, scrolling, time on page), and navigation paths
- Performance data: page load times, errors, and download issues
- Provide support and respond to inquiries
- Prevent fraud and ensure security
- Improve Platform performance and usability
- Comply with legal and regulatory obligations
Where required by law, we may also send you promotional updates if you have consented.
Sharing your information
We may share your data with:
- Our technology provider, GBM Auctions, for hosting and support
- Payment processors as needed for transactions
- Legal authorities or regulators when required
- Logistics or fulfilment providers (if applicable)
- Analytics providers, under strict confidentiality agreements
- We do not sell your personal data.
Where Your Data Is Stored
The data that we collect from you is stored in the European Economic Area ("EEA").
If your information is ever transferred outside the EEA, we will take all steps reasonably necessary to ensure that your data is subject to appropriate safeguards, such as relying on a recognised legal adequacy mechanism, and that it is treated securely and in accordance with this privacy policy.
How long we keep your information
We retain personal data while your account remains active, and for up to 6 years afterward to comply with legal obligations and resolve disputes. Non-identifiable aggregate data may be retained longer for analytical purposes.
Your rights
You have the right to:
- Access a copy of your personal data
- Request correction or deletion of your data
- Object to or restrict certain types of processing
- Withdraw consent (where applicable)
- Request transfer of your data to another provider
To exercise these rights, contact us. You may also lodge a complaint with your local data protection authority.
Contact Us
If you have any questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy, contact: [email protected]