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Last Updated: January 1, 2025

1. Acceptance of Terms

By accessing and using WorldBids ("the Service"), you accept and agree to be bound by the terms and provision of this agreement. If you do not agree to abide by the above, please do not use this service.

2. Description of Service

WorldBids is a procurement platform that connects buyers with vendors for the purpose of soliciting and submitting competitive bids on bid requests. The platform facilitates:

• Creation and management of bid requests by buyers
• Bid submission and management by vendors
• Communication between buyers and vendors
• Bid evaluation and selection processes

3. User Accounts and Registration

To access certain features of the Service, you must register for an account. You agree to:

• Provide accurate, current, and complete information during registration
• Maintain and update your account information to keep it accurate
• Maintain the security of your password and account
• Accept responsibility for all activities under your account
• Notify us immediately of any unauthorized use of your account

4. User Conduct

You agree to use the Service only for lawful purposes and in accordance with these Terms. You agree not to:

• Submit false, misleading, or fraudulent information
• Engage in collusion or anti-competitive practices
• Violate any applicable laws or regulations
• Infringe on the intellectual property rights of others
• Transmit viruses, malware, or other harmful code
• Attempt to gain unauthorized access to the Service
• Interfere with the proper functioning of the Service

5. Bidding Process and Responsibilities

For Buyers:

• Provide accurate and complete specifications in bid requests
• Evaluate bids fairly and objectively
• Maintain confidentiality of vendor information
• Comply with applicable procurement regulations

For Vendors:

• Submit competitive and accurate bids
• Honor bid commitments and pricing
• Maintain professional standards in all communications
• Comply with applicable business regulations

6. Intellectual Property

The Service and its original content, features, and functionality are and will remain the exclusive property of WorldBids and its licensors. The Service is protected by copyright, trademark, and other laws. Our trademarks and trade dress may not be used in connection with any product or service without our prior written consent.

7. Privacy and Data Protection

Your privacy is important to us. Please review our Privacy Policy, which also governs your use of the Service, to understand our practices.

8. Limitation of Liability

In no event shall WorldBids, nor its directors, employees, partners, agents, suppliers, or affiliates, be liable for any indirect, incidental, special, consequential, or punitive damages, including without limitation, loss of profits, data, use, goodwill, or other intangible losses, resulting from your use of the Service.

9. Disclaimers

The information on this Service is provided on an "as is" basis. To the fullest extent permitted by law, this Company excludes all representations, warranties, conditions and terms whether express or implied.

10. Termination

We may terminate or suspend your account and bar access to the Service immediately, without prior notice or liability, under our sole discretion, for any reason whatsoever and without limitation, including but not limited to a breach of the Terms.

11. Governing Law

These Terms shall be interpreted and governed by the laws of the jurisdiction in which WorldBids operates, without regard to its conflict of law provisions.

12. Changes to Terms

We reserve the right, at our sole discretion, to modify or replace these Terms at any time. If a revision is material, we will provide at least 30 days notice prior to any new terms taking effect.

13. Contact Information

If you have any questions about these Terms of Service, please contact us at:

Last Updated: January 1, 2025

1. Introduction

WorldBids ("we," "our," or "us") is committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you use our procurement platform service. Please read this privacy policy carefully. If you do not agree with the terms of this privacy policy, please do not access the site.

2. Information We Collect

Personal Information

We may collect personal information that you voluntarily provide to us when you:

• Register for an account (name, email, phone, address)
• Create bid requests or submit bids
• Communicate with us or other users
• Participate in surveys or feedback forms

Business Information

• Company name and business address
• Business category and specialization
• Tax identification numbers (if applicable)
• Financial information for payment processing
• Certifications and qualifications

Automatically Collected Information

• IP address and device information
• Browser type and version
• Pages visited and time spent on site
• Referring website information
• Cookies and similar tracking technologies

3. How We Use Your Information

We use the information we collect to:

• Provide and maintain our service
• Process transactions and manage accounts
• Match buyers with relevant vendors
• Facilitate communication between users
• Improve our service and develop new features
• Send important notifications and updates
• Comply with legal obligations
• Prevent fraud and ensure platform security

4. Information Sharing and Disclosure

We may share your information in the following circumstances:

• With Other Users: Your profile information may be visible to other users as part of the bidding process
• Service Providers: We may share information with third-party service providers who assist in operating our platform
• Legal Requirements: We may disclose information when required by law or to protect our rights
• Business Transfers: Information may be transferred in connection with mergers, acquisitions, or asset sales
• Consent: We may share information with your explicit consent

5. Data Security

We implement appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect your personal information against unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction. However, no method of transmission over the internet or electronic storage is 100% secure.

Our security measures include:

• Encryption of sensitive data in transit and at rest
• Regular security assessments and updates
• Access controls and authentication measures
• Employee training on data protection
• Incident response procedures

6. Data Retention

We retain your personal information for as long as necessary to provide our services, comply with legal obligations, resolve disputes, and enforce our agreements. Account information is typically retained for the duration of your account plus a reasonable period thereafter for legal and business purposes.

7. Your Rights and Choices

Depending on your location, you may have the following rights regarding your personal information:

• Access: Request access to your personal information
• Correction: Request correction of inaccurate information
• Deletion: Request deletion of your personal information
• Portability: Request transfer of your data to another service
• Restriction: Request limitation of processing of your information
• Objection: Object to certain types of processing

8. Cookies and Tracking Technologies

We use cookies and similar technologies to enhance your experience on our platform. Cookies are small data files stored on your device that help us:

• Remember your preferences and settings
• Analyze site traffic and usage patterns
• Provide personalized content and features
• Improve site performance and security

You can control cookie settings through your browser preferences, but disabling cookies may affect site functionality.

9. Third-Party Links

Our service may contain links to third-party websites or services. We are not responsible for the privacy practices or content of these third parties. We encourage you to review their privacy policies before providing any personal information.

10. International Data Transfers

Your information may be transferred to and processed in countries other than your own. We ensure appropriate safeguards are in place to protect your information in accordance with applicable data protection laws.

11. Children's Privacy

Our service is not intended for children under 13 years of age. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If you become aware that a child has provided us with personal information, please contact us immediately.

12. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify you of any changes by posting the new Privacy Policy on this page and updating the "Last Updated" date. We encourage you to review this Privacy Policy periodically for any changes.

13. Contact Us

If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy or our privacy practices, please contact us: