Privacy Policy – Opposing Cylinders
Effective Date: July 15, 2025
At Opposing Cylinders, we are committed to protecting your personal data and respecting your privacy rights. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and safeguard your information...
1. What Personal Data We Collect and Why
Account & Contact Information
Data Collected: Full name, email address, phone number, physical address
Purpose: To create and manage your account, communicate updates, and provide location-based services
Lawful Basis: Performance of a contract and legitimate interests
Billing & Payment Information
Data Collected: Billing address and transaction details (handled by third-party processor)
Purpose: To process payments for vehicle listings, parts listings, and membership services
Lawful Basis: Performance of a contract
Note: We do not store your credit card data. Payments are securely processed via PayLoad.
Media Metadata
Data Collected: Images and embedded metadata (e.g., EXIF location)
Purpose: To support vehicle listings and improve visual content
Lawful Basis: Consent
Cookies & Tracking Technologies
Data Collected: Session data, preferences, login information, analytics data
Purpose: To maintain session security, remember preferences, and analyze site performance
Lawful Basis: Consent (see Cookie Notice below)
User Listings & Messages
Data Collected: Vehicle listing details, messages sent via the platform
Purpose: To display your listings and facilitate communication
Lawful Basis: Performance of a contract and legitimate interests
2. Cookies and Similar Technologies
We use cookies to:
- Maintain session security
- Store user preferences
- Collect anonymized analytics (e.g., Google Analytics)
Consent Requirement: You will be prompted to consent to non-essential cookies when visiting our site.
3. How Long We Retain Your Data
| Data Type | Retention Period |
|---|---|
| Account data | Until account is deleted |
| Listings and images | Until listing or account is deleted |
| Payment records | 7 years (legal/audit requirements) |
| Analytics data | Indefinitely (anonymized) |
4. Your GDPR Rights
If you're located in the EU/EEA, you have the following rights:
- Right of Access – Request a copy of your personal data
- Right to Rectification – Request correction of inaccurate data
- Right to Erasure – Request deletion of your data
- Right to Restriction – Ask us to limit processing
- Right to Data Portability – Receive your data in machine-readable format
- Right to Object – Object to certain processing
- Right to Withdraw Consent – Withdraw consent anytime
- Right to Lodge a Complaint – With your Data Protection Authority
To exercise these rights, email opposingcylinders@gmail.com.
5. International Data Transfers
Opposing Cylinders is based in the USA. Data may be transferred outside the EU/EEA. Safeguards: Standard Contractual Clauses or other appropriate mechanisms are used.
6. Data Security
- Encryption of sensitive data in transit and at rest
- Role-based access control
- Secure third-party integrations (e.g., PayLoad)
If a breach occurs, affected users will be notified within 72 hours.
7. Children’s Privacy
This site is not intended for users under 16. We do not knowingly collect their data. Please contact us if this occurs.
8. Third-Party Services
We may link or embed third-party services like YouTube or Google Maps. Review their privacy policies independently.
9. Changes to This Policy
This policy may change. Updates will be posted on this page with a new effective date.
10. Contact Us
If you have questions, email: opposingcylinders@gmail.com
11. Delete My Account
You may request account deletion at any time.
How to Request Account Deletion:
Email opposingcylinders@gmail.com with subject: “Delete My Account”. Include your account email in the message.
What Happens Next:
Once verified, your account and data will be permanently deleted within 30 days (unless required for legal reasons). You will receive confirmation. This action is irreversible.
