Last Updated: March 29, 2026
Welcome to The iPhone Guy Buyback Program (“Company,” “we,” “our,” or “us”). This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you visit our website and use our device buyback services.
By using our services, you agree to the terms of this Privacy Policy.
We may collect:
Full name
Email address
Phone number
Billing and/or shipping address
Payment information (for payouts)
Device make, model, and condition
IMEI or serial number
Carrier and storage capacity
IP address
Browser type and device type
Pages visited and time spent
Cookies and usage data
We use your information to:
Provide buyback quotes and process transactions
Communicate with you regarding your submission
Verify device ownership and prevent fraud
Process and issue payments
Improve website performance and user experience
Comply with legal obligations
To protect against fraud and comply with industry standards:
We may verify IMEI/serial numbers through third-party services
Devices reported as lost, stolen, or financed may be rejected
You confirm you are the lawful owner of any device submitted
Payments may be issued via:
Check
Store credit
Electronic payment providers
We do not store full payment card details. Payments are processed through secure third-party providers.
If you choose to ship a device to us, your information may be shared with shipping carriers to facilitate delivery.
Shipping carriers operate independently and have their own privacy practices. We encourage you to review their policies.
Before submitting a device, you are responsible for:
Removing all personal data
Logging out of all accounts (iCloud, Google, etc.)
We are not responsible for any personal data remaining on devices received.
We do not sell your personal information.
We may share your information with the following categories of third parties:
Payment processors (to securely issue payments)
Shipping carriers (to send or receive devices)
Device verification services (including IMEI/serial number check providers)
Technology and hosting providers (website infrastructure, analytics tools)
Customer communication platforms (email and SMS service providers)
Legal authorities or law enforcement when required by law
These third parties are only provided the information necessary to perform their specific services.
We use cookies and similar technologies to:
Improve website functionality
Analyze traffic and usage
Enhance your experience
You can disable cookies through your browser settings.
Our website does not respond to traditional “Do Not Track” (DNT) browser signals.
However, where required by applicable law, we recognize Global Privacy Control (GPC) signals as a valid request to opt out of certain data sharing practices.
You can enable GPC through supported browsers or extensions to communicate your privacy preferences.
We obtain active consent before sending text messages.
When you provide your phone number through our website (such as on a quote form or submission page), you will be presented with clear disclosure language at the point of entry, such as:
“By providing your phone number, you agree to receive automated transactional and update text messages from The iPhone Guy. Consent is not a condition of purchase. Msg & data rates may apply. Reply STOP to opt out.”
By submitting your phone number and proceeding, you agree that we may contact you via:
Phone calls
Text messages (SMS)
These communications may include:
Buyback quotes
Status updates
Payment notifications
Customer support messages
You may opt out of SMS communications at any time by replying STOP. For assistance, reply HELP or contact us directly.
We do not send unsolicited marketing messages without separate consent.
We implement reasonable security measures, including:
SSL encryption
Restricted access to personal data
Industry-standard safeguards
However, no system is completely secure.
We retain your information only as long as necessary to:
Complete transactions
Comply with legal obligations
Resolve disputes and enforce agreements
Depending on your state of residence, you may have the right to:
Access your personal data
Request corrections
Request deletion of your data
If you are a California resident, you have the right to:
Request access to personal data we collect
Request deletion of your personal data
Request information about how your data is used
Request that we do not sell your personal data
We do not sell personal information.
To exercise your rights, please contact us using the information below.
We may use trusted third-party providers, including but not limited to:
Payment processors (e.g., Stripe, Square, PayPal)
Shipping carriers (e.g., USPS, UPS, FedEx)
Analytics providers (e.g., Google Analytics)
These providers operate under their own privacy policies. We encourage you to review them.
Our services are not intended for individuals under 18. We do not knowingly collect personal data from minors.
If our business is sold, merged, or transferred, your information may be included as part of that transaction.
We may update this Privacy Policy at any time. Changes will be posted on this page with an updated “Last Updated” date.
If you have any questions or requests regarding this Privacy Policy, please contact:
The iPhone Guy
Bend, Oregon
541-525-2581
www.bendoregoniphonerepair.com