Cookies Policy

1. What Are Cookies

Cookies are small text files placed on your device (computer, tablet, or mobile) when you visit a website. They are widely used to make websites work more efficiently and to provide information to website owners.

In addition to cookies, we may use similar tracking technologies such as:

• Web beacons — small graphic files that track page visits and email opens
• Pixel tags — invisible tags that help measure advertising effectiveness
• Local storage — browser-based storage used to remember preferences
• Session storage — temporary storage cleared when the browser is closed

Throughout this policy, we refer to all of these collectively as "cookies."

2. Types of Cookies We Use

Strictly Necessary Cookies

These cookies are essential for the Platform to function and cannot be disabled.

They are used to:

• Maintain your login session
• Keep items in your activity queue
• Enable secure account authentication
• Process auction bids and transactions
• Remember your account type (dealer or private seller)

You cannot opt out of strictly necessary cookies as they are required for the Platform to operate.

Performance and Analytics Cookies

These cookies help us understand how visitors interact with the Platform so we can improve its performance and user experience.

They collect information such as:

• Pages visited and time spent on each page
• Links and buttons clicked
• Error messages encountered
• Browser type and operating system
• Geographic region (country or city level)

This data is aggregated and anonymized. It does not identify you personally.

Functional Cookies

These cookies allow the Platform to remember choices you make and provide enhanced, personalized features.

They may be used to remember:

• Your preferred account type (dealer or private seller)
• Saved vehicle searches and filters
• Notification and communication preferences
• Language and regional settings

Disabling functional cookies may impact certain Platform features.

Marketing and Targeting Cookies

These cookies are used to deliver relevant advertisements and track the effectiveness of our marketing campaigns.

They may be used to:

• Show you relevant vehicle listings and promotions
• Measure the effectiveness of advertising campaigns
• Limit how often you see the same advertisement
• Track conversions from marketing channels

You may opt out of marketing cookies at any time through your cookie preferences or browser settings.

3. Third-Party Cookies

We may allow third-party service providers to place cookies on the Platform for analytics, payment processing, and advertising purposes.

These third parties may include:

• Google Analytics — website traffic and behavior analysis
• Stripe or other payment processors — secure payment handling
• Supabase — authentication and session management
• Advertising networks — targeted ad delivery and campaign measurement
• Montway Auto Transport — transportation service integration

CarBlock does not control how these third parties use cookies.

We encourage you to review the privacy and cookie policies of any third-party services you interact with on our Platform.

4. Cookies and Account Activity

When you are logged into your CarBlock account, cookies help us associate your activity with your account securely.

Cookies related to your account may track:

• Active auction bids and bid history
• Vehicle listings you have viewed or saved
• Dealer verification and license status
• Session expiry and re-authentication events
• Transaction history and payment status

This information is used solely to deliver Platform services and is protected under our Privacy Policy.

5. Cookie Duration

Cookies on the Platform fall into two duration categories:

Session Cookies

These are temporary and are deleted automatically when you close your browser. They are used to maintain your session while you are actively using the Platform.

Persistent Cookies

These remain on your device for a set period after you close your browser.

Persistent cookies are used to:

• Remember your login status for faster access
• Retain your account type and preferences
• Support analytics and performance measurement
• Enable marketing and retargeting campaigns

Persistent cookies expire based on their specific purpose and will be deleted at expiry or when you clear your browser cookies manually.

6. Managing Your Cookie Preferences

You have the right to control cookies placed on your device. You may manage your preferences through the following methods.

Browser Settings

Most browsers allow you to control cookies through their settings. You may be able to:

• Block all cookies
• Block third-party cookies only
• Delete existing cookies
• Receive alerts before a cookie is placed

Please refer to your browser's help documentation for specific instructions.

Opt-Out Tools

You may opt out of certain third-party tracking through industry opt-out tools:

• Google Analytics Opt-Out — available via Google's browser add-on
• Network Advertising Initiative (NAI) Opt-Out Tool
• Digital Advertising Alliance (DAA) Consumer Choice Page

Note that opting out does not mean you will not see advertisements — it means you will see ads that are not targeted based on your activity.

7. Impact of Disabling Cookies

Disabling cookies may affect your ability to use certain features of the Platform.

If cookies are disabled, you may experience:

• Inability to log in or maintain an active session
• Loss of saved search filters and preferences
• Inability to place or track auction bids
• Reduced personalization of the Platform experience
• Possible errors during payment or transaction processing

Strictly necessary cookies cannot be disabled without significantly impairing Platform functionality.

8. Do Not Track Signals

Some browsers include a "Do Not Track" (DNT) feature that signals to websites that you do not want to be tracked.

At this time, CarBlock does not respond to DNT signals as there is no consistent industry standard for how platforms should interpret these signals.

We will continue to monitor developments in DNT standards and update our practices accordingly.

9. Children's Privacy

The Platform is not directed at children under the age of 18.

We do not knowingly collect cookies or personal data from children.

If you believe a child has provided personal information through the Platform, please contact us at support@carblock.com so we can take appropriate action.

10. Data Collected Through Cookies

Cookies on the Platform may collect the following categories of data:

• IP address and approximate location
• Browser type, version, and language
• Device type and operating system
• Pages visited and time on each page
• Referring website or source
• Actions taken on the Platform (clicks, bids, searches)
• Session duration and frequency of visits

This data is processed in accordance with our Privacy Policy and applicable data protection laws.

11. Changes to This Cookies Policy

CarBlock may update this Cookies Policy periodically to reflect changes in technology, regulation, or our practices.

When we make material changes, we will update the Effective Date at the top of this page.

Continued use of the Platform after any update constitutes your acceptance of the revised Cookies Policy.

12. Governing Law

This Cookies Policy is governed by the laws of the State of Wyoming, consistent with the Terms and Conditions of the CarBlock Platform.

13. Contact Information

For questions or concerns regarding this Cookies Policy: