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Privacy Policy

SAS Auction Service, Inc.
Last Updated: January 7, 2026

SAS Auction Service, Inc. (“SAS,” “we,” “our,” or “us”) values your privacy and is committed to transparency regarding how information is handled in connection with our online auction services. This Privacy Policy explains what information we collect, how it is used, and how it is protected, with specific consideration to Texas privacy requirements.

1. Scope of This Policy

This Privacy Policy applies only to the SAS Auction Service, Inc. website and company-operated services.

All online bidding, auction participation, payments, and bidder data collection are conducted through a third-party platform:
HiBid (https://sasauctionservice.hibid.com/).

SAS Auction Service, Inc. does not control how HiBid collects, stores, or processes user data. Users should review HiBid’s Privacy Policy separately.

2. Information Collected by SAS Auction Service, Inc.

a. Information We Do NOT Collect

SAS Auction Service, Inc. does not collect or store the following on its own website or servers:

  • Payment or financial information

  • Social Security numbers or government-issued IDs

  • Bidding history

  • Purchase history

  • Shipping or billing details

All such information is collected and processed exclusively by HiBid.

b. Limited Information We DO Collect

The SAS Auction Service, Inc. website collects and stores only:

  • Email address

  • Username

This information is used strictly for:

  • Basic account identification

  • Communication related to auctions, consignments, or customer inquiries

3. Information Collected by HiBid (Third-Party Platform)

Auction-related information—including bidder registration, bidding activity, payments, and shipping—is collected and managed by HiBid in accordance with their own privacy practices.

SAS Auction Service, Inc. may access limited auction-related information through HiBid only as necessary to:

  • Administer auctions

  • Provide customer support

  • Fulfill consignor and buyer obligations

4. How We Use Information

We use the limited information collected directly by SAS to:

  • Respond to inquiries and customer service requests

  • Send auction announcements or operational communications

  • Conduct business operations related to auction services

We do not sell, lease, or monetize user information.

5. Sharing of Information

SAS Auction Service, Inc. does not sell or share personal information except:

  • When required by law or legal process

  • To comply with Texas state regulations or court orders

  • To protect the rights, safety, or property of SAS Auction Service, Inc. or others

6. Texas Data Privacy and Security Act (TDPSA)

Under the Texas Data Privacy and Security Act (TDPSA), Texas residents have the right to:

  • Confirm whether personal data is being processed

  • Request access to personal data

  • Request correction or deletion of personal data

  • Opt out of targeted advertising or data sales

Because SAS Auction Service, Inc. collects only minimal contact information and does not sell or target advertising, most TDPSA provisions are inherently satisfied.

Requests related to personal data may be submitted using the contact information below.

7. Cookies and Website Analytics

The SAS Auction Service, Inc. website may use basic cookies or analytics tools solely to:

  • Maintain website functionality

  • Monitor general site performance

These tools do not collect sensitive personal data.

8. Data Security

SAS Auction Service, Inc. maintains reasonable administrative and technical safeguards appropriate to the limited nature of data collected. No method of transmission or storage is completely secure; however, we take appropriate steps to protect the information we do maintain.

9. Data Retention

Email addresses and usernames are retained only as long as reasonably necessary for:

  • Business communications

  • Legal and recordkeeping obligations

10. Children’s Privacy

Our services are not directed to individuals under the age of 18. We do not knowingly collect personal information from minors.

11. Third-Party Links

Our website may include links to third-party platforms, including HiBid. SAS Auction Service, Inc. is not responsible for the privacy practices or content of third-party websites.

12. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We reserve the right to update this Privacy Policy at any time. Updates will be posted on our website with the revised effective date.

13. Contact Information

For questions or privacy-related requests, contact us (below).

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