TheYardMap Privacy Policy

Effective Date: 7/20/2026 | Last Updated: 8/2/2026

1. Our Commitment to Your Privacy

Welcome to TheYardMap ("TheYardMap," "we," "our," or "us").

At TheYardMap, we believe trust is the foundation of a successful community. We are committed to protecting your privacy, securing your personal information, and being transparent about how your data is collected and used.

TheYardMap is a location-based platform designed to help adults discover and promote garage sales, yard sales, estate sales, and community sales. Our goal is to make finding local sales easier while respecting the privacy and security of our users.

We collect and use personal information only when necessary to provide, improve, and protect our services. We do not sell, rent, or trade your personal information to third parties for their own marketing purposes.

This Privacy Policy explains:

  • What information we collect;
  • Why we collect it;
  • How we protect it;
  • When we share it;
  • Your rights and choices regarding your information.

By using TheYardMap, you acknowledge and agree to the practices described in this Privacy Policy.

2. About TheYardMap

TheYardMap is a platform that connects people interested in discovering local garage sales with individuals hosting garage sales.

TheYardMap:

  • Does not sell products;
  • Does not process transactions between buyers and sellers;
  • Does not guarantee items, prices, sellers, or buyers;
  • Does not take ownership of items listed by users;
  • Does not act as a marketplace seller.

All interactions, visits, purchases, and agreements occur directly between users.

3. Information We Collect

To provide a safe and effective experience, we may collect the following information.

3.1 Account Information

When you create an account, we may collect:

  • Full name;
  • Email address;
  • Phone number (optional);
  • Username;
  • Password credentials (securely encrypted);
  • Profile information;
  • Account preferences.

3.2 Garage Sale Listing Information

When you create a garage sale listing, we may collect:

  • Sale title;
  • Description;
  • Date and time;
  • Sale location;
  • Photos;
  • Categories;
  • Additional instructions;
  • Other information you choose to provide.

Because TheYardMap is designed to help people find local sales, some listing information may be visible publicly.

3.3 Location Information

TheYardMap uses location information to provide location-based features.

With your permission, we may collect:

  • Device location;
  • Approximate location;
  • Selected search areas;
  • Address information provided for garage sale listings.

Location information may be used to:

  • Show nearby garage sales;
  • Improve search results;
  • Provide map-based features;
  • Improve user experience.

You can control location permissions through your device settings. Disabling location access may limit certain features.

3.4 Device and Technical Information

We may automatically collect technical information, including:

  • Device type;
  • Operating system;
  • Browser type;
  • IP address;
  • Application version;
  • Language settings;
  • Security logs;
  • Error reports.

This information helps us maintain security, prevent abuse, and improve performance.

3.5 Usage Information

We may collect information about how you interact with TheYardMap, including:

  • Searches performed;
  • Sales viewed;
  • Features used;
  • Pages visited;
  • User preferences;
  • Platform activity.

This helps us improve our services and create a better user experience.

4. How We Use Your Information

We use collected information to:

  • Create and manage your account;
  • Provide location-based garage sale discovery;
  • Display and manage your listings;
  • Process Premium subscriptions;
  • Improve platform functionality;
  • Provide customer support;
  • Protect users from fraud and abuse;
  • Detect suspicious activity;
  • Maintain platform security;
  • Send important service notifications;
  • Comply with legal requirements.

We do not use your information for purposes unrelated to providing or improving TheYardMap without appropriate notice or consent.

5. Information We Do Not Sell

Your privacy matters.

TheYardMap does not sell, rent, or trade your personal information to:

  • Advertisers;
  • Data brokers;
  • Marketing companies;
  • Unrelated third parties.

We may share limited information with trusted service providers who help us operate the platform, but only as necessary to provide our services and under appropriate confidentiality protections.

6. Sharing Your Information

We may share information only in the following situations:

Service Providers

We may use trusted companies that provide:

  • Hosting services;
  • Payment processing;
  • Security services;
  • Analytics;
  • Customer support;
  • Email communication.

These providers may access information only as necessary to perform services for TheYardMap.

Legal Requirements

We may disclose information if required to:

  • Comply with laws;
  • Respond to legal requests;
  • Protect safety;
  • Prevent fraud;
  • Enforce our Terms of Service.

Business Transfers

If TheYardMap is involved in a merger, acquisition, restructuring, or sale of assets, user information may be transferred as part of that transaction. Users will receive notice where required by law.

7. Public Information and Garage Sale Listings

TheYardMap allows users to advertise garage sales to the public.

When you create a listing, certain information may become visible to other users, including:

  • Sale location;
  • Date and time;
  • Photos;
  • Description;
  • Items available;
  • Information you choose to display.

By publishing a garage sale listing, you understand that visitors may use this information to attend your sale.

Users should only publish locations where they have permission to host a sale.

8. Adults Only Platform

TheYardMap is designed exclusively for adults.

Users must be 21 years of age or older, or the legal age of majority in their jurisdiction, to use the platform.

Individuals under the age of 21 are strictly prohibited from:

  • Creating an account;
  • Publishing garage sale listings;
  • Purchasing Premium Membership;
  • Communicating through the platform;
  • Using TheYardMap services.

TheYardMap does not knowingly collect personal information from minors.

If we discover that a person under 21 has created an account or provided personal information, we will take appropriate action, including:

  • Suspending or removing the account;
  • Deleting personal information where legally permitted;
  • Preventing future access.

If you believe a minor has used TheYardMap, please contact us immediately.

9. Payment Information and Premium Membership

TheYardMap offers optional Premium Membership subscriptions.

Payments are processed securely through third-party payment providers.

TheYardMap does not store complete payment card information.

Payment providers may collect and process payment information according to their own privacy policies.

10. Cookies and Tracking Technologies

TheYardMap may use cookies and similar technologies to:

  • Keep users signed in;
  • Remember preferences;
  • Improve website performance;
  • Analyze usage;
  • Protect against fraud;
  • Improve security.

Users may manage cookie preferences through browser settings.

11. Security of Your Information

We take reasonable measures to protect user information, including:

  • Secure encryption technologies;
  • Protected databases;
  • Access controls;
  • Authentication safeguards;
  • Security monitoring;
  • Regular system improvements.

However, no online service can guarantee absolute security. Users should also protect their account credentials and avoid sharing passwords.

12. Your Privacy Choices and Rights

Depending on your location, you may have rights regarding your personal information, including:

  • Accessing your information;
  • Correcting inaccurate information;
  • Requesting deletion;
  • Managing communication preferences;
  • Withdrawing consent;
  • Restricting certain processing activities.

You may also:

  • Update account information;
  • Disable location permissions;
  • Delete your account.

To request assistance, contact TheYardMap Support.

13. Account Deletion

You may request deletion of your TheYardMap account.

When an account is deleted:

  • Your profile may be removed;
  • Personal information may be deleted or anonymized;
  • Listings may be removed.

Some information may be retained when required for:

  • Legal obligations;
  • Fraud prevention;
  • Security purposes;
  • Dispute resolution.

14. Data Retention

We keep information only for as long as necessary to:

  • Provide services;
  • Maintain security;
  • Meet legal obligations;
  • Resolve disputes;
  • Enforce agreements.

When information is no longer needed, we securely delete or anonymize it.

15. Third-Party Services and Links

TheYardMap may connect with third-party services, including:

  • Map providers;
  • Payment services;
  • Analytics providers;
  • Communication tools.

Third-party services operate under their own privacy policies. TheYardMap is not responsible for the privacy practices of external services.

16. International Users

TheYardMap may operate in multiple regions.

Depending on your location, additional privacy protections may apply, including:

  • European GDPR protections;
  • United Kingdom privacy regulations;
  • California privacy rights;
  • Other applicable privacy laws.

17. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time.

When changes are made, we will update the "Last Updated" date and provide additional notice when required.

Continued use of TheYardMap after updates means you accept the revised Privacy Policy.

18. Contact Us

If you have questions, concerns, or requests regarding this Privacy Policy, please contact:

TheYardMap Support

Email: support@theyardmap.com

Website: www.theyardmap.com

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