Privacy Policy
Last Updated: 30 May 2026
1. Introduction
WebuyCars Malta (“we”, “our”, “us”) is committed to protecting your privacy and handling your personal data in accordance with the General Data Protection Regulation (EU) 2016/679 (“GDPR”), the Maltese Data Protection Act and other applicable laws.
This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, store and share information when you use our website and services.
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2. Data Controller
WebuyCars Malta
Website: https://webuycars.com.mt
Email: info@webuycars.com.mt
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3. Information We Collect
When using our website, valuation tools or contact forms, we may collect:
Personal Information
* Name
* Email address
* Telephone number
* Location
* Communication history
Vehicle Information
* Vehicle registration number (number plate)
* Vehicle Identification Number (VIN)
* Make and model
* Year of manufacture
* Mileage
* Vehicle specifications
* Vehicle condition
* Images uploaded by the user
* Valuation and inspection information
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4. How We Use Your Information
We process your information for the following purposes:
* Providing vehicle valuations
* Contacting you regarding your vehicle
* Preparing purchase offers
* Arranging vehicle inspections
* Customer support
* Fraud prevention
* Internal business analysis
* Improving our services
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5. Vehicle Listings and Marketing
To provide the best possible customer service and maximise the chances of a successful vehicle sale, we may from time to time publish or transfer vehicle-related information to affiliated platforms, including Cars.com.mt and other automotive marketplaces operated or partnered by us.
Such information may include:
* Vehicle make and model
* Vehicle specifications
* Vehicle images
* General vehicle description
* Vehicle registration number where necessary for vehicle identification and marketing purposes
We do not publish personal contact information without your consent.
The legal basis for this processing is our legitimate interest in providing vehicle valuation, vehicle acquisition and vehicle marketing services.
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6. Vehicle Data Sources
We may obtain vehicle-related information from publicly available vehicle databases, third-party vehicle information providers, valuation systems and information supplied directly by you.
This information may be used to verify vehicle details and provide more accurate valuations.
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7. Legal Basis for Processing
We process personal data under one or more of the following legal bases:
* Consent
* Contractual necessity
* Legal obligation
* Legitimate interests
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8. Sharing of Information
We may share information with:
* Vehicle valuation providers
* Vehicle data providers
* Marketing partners
* Cars.com.mt
* IT and hosting providers
* Legal and regulatory authorities where required by law
All third-party service providers are required to process personal data in accordance with applicable data protection legislation.
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9. Data Retention
We retain personal and vehicle information only for as long as necessary to provide our services, comply with legal obligations and resolve disputes.
Vehicle valuation records may be retained for business, audit and customer service purposes.
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10. Security
We implement appropriate technical and organisational measures designed to protect your information against unauthorised access, disclosure, alteration or destruction.
However, no method of transmission over the Internet can be guaranteed to be completely secure.
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11. Your Rights
Under GDPR, you have the right to:
* Access your personal data
* Correct inaccurate information
* Request deletion of your data
* Restrict processing
* Object to processing
* Data portability
* Withdraw consent
To exercise any of these rights, please contact us.
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12. Cookies
Our website may use cookies and similar technologies to improve functionality, analyse website usage and enhance the user experience.
Additional information can be found in our Cookie Policy.
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13. Third-Party Websites
Our website may contain links to third-party websites. We are not responsible for the privacy practices of external websites.
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14. Changes to This Privacy Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Any changes will be published on this page together with the updated revision date.
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15. Contact
If you have any questions regarding this Privacy Policy or the processing of your personal data, please contact:
WebuyCars Malta
Email: info@webuycars.com.mt
Website: https://webuycars.com.mt
By submitting your vehicle information, you agree that WebuyCars Malta may process your vehicle data for valuation purposes and may advertise the vehicle on affiliated platforms, including Cars.com.mt, where appropriate to facilitate a potential sale.
