BidTracker Privacy Policy

Effective date: October 3, 2026

BidTracker ("the Extension") is an independent browser extension designed to help users track Catawiki auctions, calculate potential bid costs, set personal bid limits, and receive auction alerts. BidTracker is not affiliated with or endorsed by Catawiki.

1. Information stored locally

The core extension does not require an account. Tracked lots, personal bid limits, alert status, and related preferences are stored locally in the user's browser using Chrome storage.

2. Optional Telegram service

If the user chooses to connect Telegram, BidTracker uses its backend only to provide the requested notification service. The backend may process:

BidTracker does not request or store the user's Telegram password or phone number. The Telegram bot token is kept server-side and is not included in the extension.

3. How information is used

Information processed by the backend is used only to authenticate the extension installation, connect the optional Telegram notification channel, maintain tracked auction alerts, and deliver the alerts requested by the user.

4. Data sharing

BidTracker does not sell user data. Data is not transferred to third parties for advertising or unrelated purposes. Telegram receives the information necessary to deliver messages to the chat selected by the user. Catawiki is opened by the user when a lot link is selected; BidTracker does not represent itself as Catawiki.

5. Affiliate links

Some links that open Catawiki lots may contain affiliate tracking parameters provided through Partnerize. This may allow BidTracker to receive an affiliate commission if a qualifying action occurs. Affiliate tracking does not require BidTracker to collect payment card details or banking information from users.

6. Notifications and browser permissions

The Extension uses Chrome permissions such as storage, alarms, notifications and access to Catawiki pages because they are necessary for its auction-tracking and alert features. The Extension does not execute remotely downloaded JavaScript code.

7. Retention and deletion

Users can remove tracked lots and disconnect Telegram from BidTracker. When Telegram is disconnected, the associated chat connection is disabled. Backend alert records are maintained only as needed to provide the tracking service and may be deleted when no longer required.

8. Security

BidTracker uses HTTPS for communications with its backend. Device tokens are stored server-side in hashed form. No security measure can guarantee absolute security, but reasonable technical measures are used to protect information handled by the service.

9. International users and privacy rights

BidTracker is intended for users worldwide. Depending on the user's jurisdiction, applicable privacy laws may provide rights such as access, correction, deletion, restriction or objection. Requests can be made using the contact address below.

10. Contact

For privacy questions or requests, contact: frank.priego.c@gmail.com

11. Changes to this policy

This policy may be updated when BidTracker's functionality or applicable legal requirements change. The effective date at the top of this page indicates the current version.