Privacy Policy

Effective Date: 30/08/2025

Show and Sell Market (“we,” “our,” or “the Platform”) is operated by The Canvas Guru, a sole proprietorship registered in Trinidad and Tobago. Our website is hosted in the United States but primarily serves users and vendors in Trinidad and Tobago.

We are committed to protecting your privacy and handling your information responsibly. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, share, and protect your personal data when you use our marketplace. By using Show and Sell Market, you agree to the practices described in this policy.

1. Data Collection and Use

We collect personal information when you interact with our platform:

User Registration (Buyer/General User): Name, Email, WhatsApp Number, Password.
Vendor Registration: Business Name, Vendor Name, Phone Number.
Orders/Transactions: Buyer’s Name, Phone Number, Email, and Delivery Address.
Payment Information: Bank account details and transaction confirmations (for order records).
Communication: Content shared through our internal messaging system, as well as optional communications via Email, Phone, or WhatsApp.
Cookies: Used to manage login sessions and save user preferences.

We use this information to:

Enable account creation and marketplace participation.
Share necessary buyer information with vendors so they can fulfill orders.
Facilitate communications between buyers and vendors.
Maintain transaction records and order confirmations.
Improve our website through analytics and behavior tracking.

We do not collect commissions on sales and we do not process payments on behalf of vendors.

2. Information Sharing with Vendors

When you purchase from a vendor, the following information is shared with them so they can process and deliver your order:

Name
Phone Number
Email Address
Delivery Address

Vendors are independent businesses and are solely responsible for handling this data in accordance with their own practices. We encourage vendors to maintain strong data protection standards, but we are not liable for their independent actions.

3. Cookie Policy

We use cookies to:

Keep you logged into your account.
Store user preferences and settings.
Improve site performance and usability.

You can disable cookies in your browser settings, but this may affect how the platform functions.

4. Data Retention

We retain user and transaction data indefinitely, unless you request deletion. This includes account details, communications, and transaction confirmations.

If you wish to delete your account or personal information, please contact us at su*****@*********ll.market.

5. Third-Party Services

We use third-party analytics tools to help us understand site usage:

Google Analytics (website traffic and performance tracking).
Microsoft Clarity (user behavior and interaction tracking).

These services may collect anonymous data such as pages visited, session duration, device information, and interaction patterns. They may also set their own cookies.

We do not share your personal information with these providers beyond what is necessary for analytics.

6. User Rights

As a user of Show and Sell Market, you have the right to:

Access the personal information we hold about you.
Request correction of inaccurate or incomplete information.
Request deletion of your account and personal data.
Opt-out of marketing or promotional communications.

To exercise these rights, contact us at su*****@*********ll.market.

7. Communications Policy

We may contact you via:

Email or WhatsApp – for account notices, order confirmations, and important updates.
Internal Messaging – to facilitate communication between buyers and vendors.

You may also receive optional marketing updates, which you can unsubscribe from at any time.

8. Security Measures

We take appropriate steps to protect your data, including:

SSL Encryption for secure website browsing.
Admin-level access controls to limit who can access sensitive data.
Firewalls and monitoring to prevent unauthorized access.

While we use industry-standard security measures, no system is completely secure. Users are encouraged to use strong passwords and safeguard their accounts.

9. International Data Transfers

Because our website is hosted in the United States, your personal information may be transferred and stored outside of Trinidad and Tobago. By using our platform, you consent to this transfer.

We take steps to ensure your data is handled securely and in line with this Privacy Policy, regardless of where it is stored.

10. Legal Jurisdiction

This Privacy Policy is governed by the laws of Trinidad and Tobago. Any disputes will be resolved under the exclusive jurisdiction of the courts of Trinidad and Tobago.

11. Updates to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Any changes will be posted on this page with the revised effective date. We encourage you to review it regularly.