We require a date of birth and TIN/SSN from U.S. citizens for several important reasons:

1. Ownership and Control: This information ensures that the ownership and control of your assets are clearly established.

2. Tax Reporting: For certain bullion transactions, we may need to file reports with the IRS on your behalf. Your TIN or SSN is necessary for this tax reporting.

3. Regulatory Compliance: U.S. regulations mandate that we verify the identity of all account holders, similar to the requirements for banks and brokerage accounts. Typically, your date of birth, address, and tax information will suffice. However, we may occasionally need additional documentation, such as a government-issued ID. If this is the case, we will contact you after you apply for your account.

Rest assured, we do not sell your information to third parties. For more details on how we collect and use your information, please refer to our privacy policy.