Privacy Policy
Privacy Policy
Effective Date: Aug 28, 2025
This Privacy Policy explains how K.D. Capital Equipment, LLC dba KD Machinery and its affiliated companies (collectively “KDCAPITAL,” “we,” “us,” or “our”) collect, use, disclose, and protect your personal information when you visit our websites, use our services, or interact with us in any way. This policy applies to both www.kdmachinery.com and www.kdauctions.com, which are owned and operated by KDCAPITAL.
We value your trust and are committed to protecting your privacy with transparency and choice.
1. Scope and Applicability
This Privacy Policy applies to all users of our websites and services, including those located in the United States, European Union (EU), United Kingdom (UK), and other jurisdictions where privacy laws apply. If you are a resident of California or a data subject under the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR), please refer to the applicable sections below for additional rights.
2. Information We Collect
a. Information You Provide to Us
We may collect the following types of personal information directly from you: – Name, email address, and phone number – Physical and billing address – Payment details (e.g., bank account number, credit card information) – Government-issued identification (e.g., Taxpayer ID, Social Security Number) – Business category and transaction volume – Account credentials (username, password)
b. Information From Third Parties
To protect against fraud or unauthorized activity, we may collect information about you from trusted third-party sources, such as: – Credit bureaus (e.g., Dun & Bradstreet) – Financial institutions and payment processors – Public databases and anti-fraud services
c. Automatically Collected Information
When you visit or interact with our websites, we may collect: – IP address and geolocation – Browser type, language, and settings – Pages visited and time spent on site – Referring and exit URLs – Cookie and tracking technologies (see Section 4)
d. Transactional Information
If you use our services (e.g., listing, buying, or selling equipment or participating in an auction), we collect details including: – Description of goods or services – Transaction amount and payment type – Buyer and seller names and communications
3. How We Use Your Information
We use personal information to: – Deliver, operate, and improve our services – Verify identity and prevent fraud – Process payments and fulfill transactions – Communicate with you about services, updates, and support – Customize user experience and offer relevant promotions – Comply with legal obligations
4. Cookies and Tracking Technologies
We use cookies and similar technologies (e.g., web beacons, pixels) to: – Recognize your browser or device – Remember your preferences and settings – Monitor site performance and traffic patterns – Provide tailored content and advertising
You can adjust your cookie preferences in your browser or use our cookie consent manager. Disabling cookies may affect site functionality.
5. Sharing of Information
We do not sell or rent your personal information. We may share it only:
- With third-party service providers under confidentiality agreements
- With buyers/sellers to facilitate a transaction on either website
- To comply with legal or regulatory requirements
- To detect and prevent fraud or security issues
- To enforce our terms of service
- With your explicit consent
- As part of a business transfer (e.g., merger or acquisition)
- In aggregate, anonymized form for analytics or research
6. Your Rights
a. California Residents (CPRA)
If you reside in California, you have the right to: – Know what personal data we collect and how we use it – Request access to or deletion of your personal data – Opt out of the sale or sharing of your personal information – Correct inaccurate personal information – Limit use and disclosure of sensitive personal information
You may exercise your rights by contacting us at privacy@kdmachinery.com.
b. EU/UK Residents (GDPR)
If you are in the EU or UK, you have the right to: – Access, rectify, or erase your personal data – Restrict or object to data processing – Data portability – Withdraw consent at any time (where processing is based on consent)
To exercise these rights, contact us at privacy@kdmachinery.com.
7. Data Security
We maintain industry-standard physical, technical, and administrative safeguards to protect your personal information from loss, misuse, or unauthorized access. However, no method of transmission or storage is 100% secure.
You are responsible for maintaining the confidentiality of your account login credentials.
8. Data Retention
We retain your personal information only as long as necessary for legitimate business purposes, legal compliance, dispute resolution, and enforcement of agreements. Upon account closure, data may be deleted or anonymized, subject to applicable laws.
9. International Data Transfers
Your information may be transferred to and processed in countries where data protection laws differ. By using our services, you consent to such transfers and processing.
10. Third-Party Links
Our websites may contain links to other sites. We are not responsible for the privacy practices or content of those websites. Please review their privacy policies before submitting any data.
11. Changes to This Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy periodically. Significant changes will be communicated via email, website banners, or account notifications. The most current version is always available on our websites.
12. Contact Us
If you have any questions or wish to exercise your rights, contact us:
K.D. Capital Equipment, LLC
Email: privacy@kdmachinery.com
Mailing Address: 7918 E McClain Drive #101, Scottsdale, AZ 85260
13. Definitions
Personal Information: Data that identifies or can be linked to an individual.
Cookies: Small data files stored on your browser or device.
IP Address: Numerical label assigned to each device connected to the internet.
Server Logs: Automatic records of website activity for analysis and security.
For additional information, visit: www.kdmachinery.com or www.kdauctions.com