ThriftVal ("ThriftVal," "we," "us," or "our") provides a free mobile web tool that helps you estimate resale value for thrift and secondhand items. This Privacy Policy explains what information we process when you use ThriftVal at thriftval.com and related pages.
Information we collect
ThriftVal does not require an account to use the Evaluator or save hauls. Haul data is stored locally on your device. When you use the Evaluator, we may process:
- Photos you upload — images you capture or select on your device (for example, front, back, brand tag, and size tag shots).
- Derived item attributes — information inferred from your photos, such as brand, category, condition, and search terms used for pricing research.
- Technical data — standard server logs (such as IP address, browser type, request time, and error logs) needed to operate and secure the service.
We do not intentionally collect payment information, government IDs, or other sensitive personal data through the app.
How we use information
We use the information above to:
- Analyze photos and identify item attributes for valuation.
- Search third-party marketplaces and data providers for comparable sold listings.
- Display estimated resale prices, fees, and profit guidance to you.
- Publish Thrifting News articles and Thrifters Store product listings.
- Maintain, troubleshoot, and improve ThriftVal.
- Protect against abuse, fraud, and security incidents.
Third-party services
To provide valuations and content, ThriftVal sends data to trusted service providers that process it on our behalf. Depending on your use of the app, this may include:
- Google Gemini — AI analysis of uploaded photos, item attributes, and CMS article metadata generation.
- SerpApi — eBay sold-listing search results.
- ScrapeBadger — Vinted marketplace sold comps (when configured).
- RapidAPI / Poshmark API providers — Poshmark sold comps (when configured).
- Supabase — hosting for Thrifting News, Thrifters Store, and CMS admin authentication (not for end-user haul accounts).
- Amazon — affiliate product links on the Thrifters Store page (when you choose to visit them).
These providers receive the data needed to perform their function. Their handling of data is governed by their own privacy policies.
Haul data
If you save hauls, item costs, and profit estimates, that data is stored locally on your device in SQLite. We do not sync haul data to the cloud. You can export hauls to CSV from the app at any time.
Photo storage and retention
Photos are transmitted to our servers for analysis during your session. ThriftVal is designed for in-the-moment valuations and does not maintain a saved photo library on our servers. Item photos saved to hauls remain on your device.
Cookies and local storage
ThriftVal may use essential cookies, local SQLite storage, and similar technologies required for haul tracking. CMS admin pages use Supabase session cookies for authorized editors only. We do not use third-party advertising cookies or sell your data to ad networks.
Your choices
- You choose whether to upload photos. Without photos, the Evaluator cannot produce a valuation.
- You can stop using the service at any time by closing your browser tab or uninstalling the app.
- On iOS or Android, you control camera and photo-library permissions through your device settings.
Children
ThriftVal is not directed to children under 13, and we do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If you believe a child has provided us information, contact us and we will take appropriate steps to delete it.
Security
We use reasonable technical and organizational measures to protect information processed by ThriftVal. No method of transmission or storage is completely secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.
Changes to this policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We will revise the "Last updated" date at the top of this page when we do. Your continued use of ThriftVal after changes become effective constitutes acceptance of the updated policy.
Contact
Questions about this Privacy Policy? Email us at info@thriftval.com.