HOKU BOOK – PRIVACY POLICY
LAST UPDATED MARCH 15, 2025
At HokuBook, we respect your privacy and are committed to protecting the personal information you share with us. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, share, and safeguard your information when you access or use our website, mobile applications, and related services (collectively referred to as the “Services”). By using our Services, you consent to the practices described below. You expressly agree that your use of the Services is at your sole risk. All information and data on the Services is the property of HokuBook and/or its licensors and is protected by copyright laws.
We may collect personal information you voluntarily provide when using our Services. Depending on the information and/or services you request, you may be asked to provide your name, address, email, phone number, PayPal email or Venmo handle, which may be used for authentication and transaction purposes.
We automatically collect certain data, including IP address, browser type, and system information. When accessing our Services from a mobile device, we collect mobile device identifiers and manufacturer details.
We use cookies, web beacons, and similar tracking technologies to improve user experience, monitor site activity, and personalize content and advertising.
We use your personal information to process transactions, verify buyback submissions, and communicate with you about your transactions as well as promotional opportunities. Your information also allows us to improve, secure, and customize our Services to better meet your needs. Additionally, we may use the information we collect to comply with legal obligations and maintain the integrity of our operations.
We do not sell your personal information. However, we may share it with third-party service providers who assist in our operations under confidentiality agreements. We may also disclose your information when required by legal or regulatory authorities. In certain cases, we may share data with business partners in connection with mergers, acquisitions, or asset sales. Additionally, advertisers and analytics providers may receive information that helps us enhance service performance and marketing efforts.
Our Services are intended for use by individuals aged 13 and over. We do not knowingly collect personal data from anyone under the age of 13. If you believe a child under 13 has provided us with personal information, please contact us so that we can promptly remove such data.
We employ industry-standard security measures to protect your information from unauthorized access, misuse, and alteration. Only authorized personnel have access to personal data.
You have the right to access, update, or delete your personal information through your account settings or by contacting us directly. You may also adjust your communication preferences at any time. In addition, if you are a California resident, you are entitled by law to request an Information Sharing Disclosure. If you request it, we will provide a notice of your right to prevent sharing of your personal information along with a cost-free method of doing so. To receive such a notice, submit your request to the email address provided in the Contact Us section below, specifying that you seek your “California Customer Choice Notice.” Please allow thirty (30) days for a response.
Our Services may include links to third-party sites. We are not responsible for the privacy practices or content of external websites.
We may revise this Privacy Policy from time to time. The date of the latest revision will always be indicated at the top of this document. Your continued use of our Services constitutes acceptance of any updates.
If you have any questions or concerns regarding this Privacy Policy, please contact us through the Contact Us link available on our website.