Cookie Policy | U.S. Auction Brokers

Cookie Policy

This Cookie Policy explains how U.S. Auction Brokers, and our affiliated websites ("we," "our," or "us") use cookies and similar technologies when you visit our websites. This Cookie Policy should be read together with our Privacy Policy, which explains how we collect, use, and protect personal information. 


What Are Cookies? 

Cookies are small text files placed on your computer or mobile device when you visit a website. Cookies allow websites to function properly, remember your preferences, improve performance, analyze website usage, and support advertising and marketing efforts. Some cookies are placed directly by us ("first-party cookies"), while others are placed by trusted third-party providers. 


How We Use Cookies 

We use cookies for four primary purposes. 

Essential Cookies

These cookies are necessary for our websites to function properly. They enable core features such as: 

  • User authentication  

  • Account security  

  • Auction functionality  

  • Bidding  

  • Checkout  

  • Payment processing  

  • Fraud prevention  

  • Website security  

  • Load balancing  

  • Performance optimization  

These cookies cannot be disabled because the website cannot function properly without them. Examples include: 

  • Session cookies  

  • Security cookies  

  • Google reCAPTCHA  

  • Cloudflare  

  • Website application functionality  

Analytics Cookies 

Analytics cookies help us understand how visitors use our websites. These cookies allow us to: 

  • Measure website traffic  

  • Identify popular pages  

  • Improve user experience  

  • Diagnose technical issues  

  • Understand visitor interactions  

We currently use: 

  • Google Analytics  

Analytics cookies are only activated after you provide consent where required by applicable law. 

Marketing Cookies 

Marketing cookies help us measure advertising effectiveness and improve the relevance of our advertising. These cookies may: 

  • Measure advertising performance  

  • Attribute conversions  

  • Limit repetitive advertisements  

  • Improve advertising relevance  

  • Support remarketing campaigns  

We currently use technologies provided by: 

  • Google Ads  

  • Microsoft Advertising  

  • Meta Advertising (Facebook)  

Marketing cookies are only activated after you provide consent where required. 

Personalization Cookies 

Personalization cookies remember choices you make to improve your browsing experience. Examples include: 

  • Preferred auction listing display style  

  • User interface preferences  

These cookies improve convenience but are not required for the website to function. 


Managing Your Cookie Preferences 

You may manage your cookie preferences at any time. Depending on your location, you may: 

  • Accept all cookies  

  • Reject non-essential cookies  

  • Customize your cookie preferences  

You can change your preferences at any time by clicking the Cookie Preferences link available on our website.


Browser Controls 

Most web browsers also allow you to: 

  • View stored cookies  

  • Delete cookies  

  • Block cookies  

  • Configure cookie notifications  

Please note that disabling certain cookies may affect website functionality. 


Third-Party Technologies 

Our websites may use trusted third-party service providers to deliver analytics, advertising, payment processing, security, and other services. These providers may place cookies subject to their own privacy policies. Examples include: 

  • Google  

  • Microsoft  

  • Meta  

  • PayPal  

  • Cloudflare  


Cookie Consent 

Our websites use a Consent Management Platform (CMP) to help manage cookie preferences and comply with applicable privacy laws. Where required by law: 

  • Non-essential cookies are not activated until consent has been provided.  

  • You may withdraw or modify your consent at any time.  

Essential cookies remain active because they are required for the operation and security of our websites.


Changes to This Cookie Policy 

We may update this Cookie Policy periodically to reflect: 

  • Changes in technology  

  • Changes in our services  

  • Legal or regulatory requirements  

  • New cookies or third-party providers  

When changes are made, the "Last Updated" date at the top of this page will be revised. 


Contact Us 

If you have questions about this Cookie Policy or our use of cookies, please contact us:

U.S. Auction Brokers  438 N. Frederick Avenue, Suite 318, Gaithersburg, MD 20877 

privacy@usauctionbrokers.com 

(888) 366-2342


Last Updated: July 15, 2026