This privacy policy has been translated and we assume that it is correct. However, the German version shall prevail for the interpretation of the Privacy Policy. In the event of any discrepancies between the English and German translations, the German version shall prevail.

Privacy Policy

Effective: May 2025

Privacy at a Glance

Data Controller:
3forONE AG
Obere Paulistrasse 13
8834 Feusisberg – Switzerland
support@3forone.com
+41 52 544 88 88

What data do we collect?
Examples include your IP address, device data, contact details during registration, and bidding activity.

Why do we process your data?
To enable participation in auctions, communicate with you, improve our platform, and ensure security and system performance.

What are your rights?
You have the right to access, correct, delete, restrict, or object to the processing of your data, and to file a complaint with a data protection authority.

1. Introduction

We are pleased that you are interested in our auction platform. Protecting your personal data is important to us. This policy explains how we process your data when you use our platform—especially when participating in online auctions—and what rights you have under applicable data protection law.

2. Data Controller

The controller responsible for data processing on this website is:

3forONE AG
Obere Paulistrasse 13
8834 Feusisberg – Switzerland
support@3forone.com
+41 52 544 88 88

3. Hosting

This website is hosted by an external service provider located within the European Union. A data processing agreement has been concluded in accordance with Art. 28 GDPR.

4. Cookies and Consent Management

This website uses cookies. Some are technically required; others help us analyze how our platform is used (e.g., via Google Analytics).

  • Technically necessary cookies: e.g., for login, language settings, and security

  • Optional cookies: e.g., for analytics or marketing (only with your consent)

When you first visit our website, a cookie banner will allow you to manage your preferences. Consent is obtained in accordance with Art. 6 (1)(a) GDPR and may be withdrawn at any time.

5. Google Analytics

This website uses Google Analytics, a web analytics service provided by Google Ireland Ltd., Gordon House, Barrow Street, Dublin 4, Ireland.

Google Analytics uses cookies to analyze user interactions with our site—for example, page views, session duration, country of origin, and device type. This data helps us improve the technical performance and content of our platform.

IP anonymization is enabled: Your IP address is shortened before being transmitted to Google. In exceptional cases, the full IP address may be transferred to a Google server in the USA and shortened there.

Legal basis:
Processing is based solely on your consent under Art. 6 (1)(a) GDPR. Consent is collected through the cookie banner and recorded. You may withdraw it at any time.

Retention period:
Data is stored for up to 14 months, after which it is automatically deleted.

More information and opt-out options:

A data processing agreement has been concluded with Google in accordance with Art. 28 GDPR.

6. Newsletter

If you subscribe to our newsletter or request auction-related information via email, we process your email address and any optional information you provide (e.g., name, company).

Registration is based on a double opt-in process. You may withdraw your consent at any time via the unsubscribe link or by emailing support@3forone.com.

7. Contact via Email, Phone or Fax

If you contact us via email, phone, or fax, we will process the data you provide (e.g., name, message content) to respond to your inquiry.

Legal basis:

  • Art. 6 (1)(b) GDPR – if related to a contract or pre-contractual inquiry

  • Art. 6 (1)(f) GDPR – our legitimate interest in communication

  • Art. 6 (1)(a) GDPR – if explicit consent is given

8. Participation in Auctions

To participate in our auctions, registration is required. The following data is processed:

  • Contact details (name, email, phone number)

  • Address

  • Optional company information

  • Encrypted login credentials

  • Bidding activity (bidder ID, bid amounts and timestamps, related lots)

Legal basis:
Art. 6 (1)(b) GDPR (contract performance) and Art. 6 (1)(c) GDPR (legal obligations)

9. Data Processing in the Context of Auctions on 3forone.auction

Auctions on 3forone.auction are conducted either by 3forONE AG alone or in cooperation with external partners.

When auctions are organized solely by 3forONE, we act as the sole data controller pursuant to Art. 4(7) GDPR.
In the case of joint auctions, data is processed either on the basis of joint controllership under Art. 26 GDPR or within the framework of data processing agreements under Art. 28 GDPR—always in compliance with applicable data protection regulations.

In all cases, personal data is used solely for the purpose of conducting and processing auctions and will only be shared with third parties where required for contract fulfillment or by law.

10. Data Disclosure

Your data will only be shared with third parties if necessary for fulfilling contractual or legal obligations. Data will not be shared for marketing purposes.

11. Security and Encryption

This website uses SSL/TLS encryption (indicated by "https://" and the lock symbol in your browser).
Passwords are stored in encrypted form.
The platform is regularly maintained and protected against unauthorized access.

12. Internet Communication Security Notice

Please note that data transmission over the internet (e.g., via email) may involve security risks. Complete protection against third-party access is not technically possible. We recommend secure communication channels for sensitive information.

13. Data Retention

Personal data is retained only for as long as required to fulfill its intended purpose or comply with legal obligations. After that, it is deleted or anonymized.

14. Your Rights under the GDPR

You have the following rights:

  • Access your data (Art. 15 GDPR)

  • Rectify inaccurate data (Art. 16 GDPR)

  • Erase data (Art. 17 GDPR)

  • Restrict processing (Art. 18 GDPR)

  • Data portability (Art. 20 GDPR)

  • Object to processing (Art. 21 GDPR)

15. Right to Object (Art. 21 GDPR)

OBJECTION ON GROUNDS RELATING TO YOUR PARTICULAR SITUATION:
IF WE PROCESS YOUR PERSONAL DATA BASED ON ARTICLE 6(1)(E) OR (F) GDPR, YOU HAVE THE RIGHT TO OBJECT AT ANY TIME, FOR REASONS ARISING FROM YOUR PARTICULAR SITUATION, TO THE PROCESSING OF YOUR PERSONAL DATA.
THIS ALSO APPLIES TO ANY PROFILING BASED ON THESE PROVISIONS.

IF YOU OBJECT, WE WILL NO LONGER PROCESS YOUR PERSONAL DATA UNLESS WE CAN DEMONSTRATE COMPELLING LEGITIMATE GROUNDS FOR THE PROCESSING THAT OVERRIDE YOUR INTERESTS, RIGHTS, AND FREEDOMS – OR THE PROCESSING SERVES TO ESTABLISH, EXERCISE, OR DEFEND LEGAL CLAIMS.

OBJECTION TO DIRECT MARKETING:
IF YOUR PERSONAL DATA IS PROCESSED FOR DIRECT MARKETING PURPOSES, YOU HAVE THE RIGHT TO OBJECT AT ANY TIME TO THE PROCESSING OF YOUR DATA FOR SUCH MARKETING, WITHOUT GIVING ANY REASON.
THIS ALSO APPLIES TO PROFILING IN CONNECTION WITH SUCH DIRECT MARKETING.
AFTER YOUR OBJECTION, YOUR PERSONAL DATA WILL NO LONGER BE USED FOR DIRECT MARKETING PURPOSES.

16. Right to Lodge a Complaint

You have the right to lodge a complaint with a data protection authority, particularly in your place of residence, work, or the location of the alleged violation.

17. Changes to This Privacy Policy

This privacy policy may be updated to reflect technical, organizational, or legal changes. The version in effect at the time of your visit shall always apply.

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