Privacy Policy
Last updated: May 27, 2026
GoldfilledScrap.com, a service operated by Clay International LLC, a New York limited liability company ("we," "us," or "our"), respects your privacy and is committed to protecting your personal information. This Privacy Policy explains what information we collect, how we use it, and what choices you have about it.
1. Information We Collect
We collect information you voluntarily provide to us through our website, including:
- Contact information — your first name, last name, email address, and phone number when you submit our quote request form.
- Photographs — images of the material you wish to sell, which you upload through the quote form.
- Message content — any details you provide about your material, such as estimated weight, stamps, or how it was acquired.
- Technical data — basic information your browser sends automatically when you visit our site, such as your IP address, browser type, device type, referring website, and pages viewed. This information is used for website security, troubleshooting, and aggregate traffic analysis.
2. How We Use Your Information
We use the information you provide solely to:
- Review your submitted material and prepare a quote.
- Communicate with you by email or phone about your quote, shipping arrangements, and payment.
- Operate, maintain, and improve our website.
- Comply with applicable laws, regulations, and lawful requests by public authorities.
3. How We Share Your Information
We do not sell, rent, or trade your personal information to third parties. We do not share your information for marketing purposes. We may share limited information only in the following circumstances:
- With service providers who help us operate our business (for example, the form-handling service that delivers your quote request to our inbox, or a shipping carrier when a label is generated for you). These providers are obligated to safeguard your information and use it only for the purposes we authorize.
- When required by law, court order, or to protect our legal rights.
- In connection with a business transfer, such as a merger or acquisition, in which case the receiving party will be bound to honor the terms of this Privacy Policy.
4. How Long We Keep Your Information
We retain contact information and submitted photos only as long as necessary to provide our service to you and to comply with our legal and recordkeeping obligations. If you'd like us to delete your information sooner, you may request deletion at any time using the contact details below.
5. Cookies and Tracking
Our website may use a small number of essential cookies to ensure the site functions properly. We do not use third-party advertising cookies or behavioral tracking. If we add analytics tools in the future to understand site usage, this policy will be updated and a cookie notice will be displayed.
6. Data Security
We take reasonable administrative and technical measures designed to protect the information you provide from unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction. However, no method of transmission over the Internet or method of electronic storage is 100% secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.
7. Your Rights
Depending on where you live, you may have the right to:
- Request a copy of the personal information we hold about you.
- Request that we correct inaccurate or incomplete information.
- Request that we delete your personal information.
- Object to or restrict certain uses of your information.
To exercise any of these rights, contact us at info@goldfilledscrap.com.
8. Children's Privacy
Our website and services are intended for adults. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under the age of 16. If you believe we may have collected information from a minor, please contact us so we can promptly delete it.
9. Changes to This Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. When we do, we will revise the "Last updated" date at the top of this page. Material changes will be communicated through a notice on our homepage.
10. Contact Us
If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy or how we handle your information, please contact us at:
Email: info@goldfilledscrap.com