Privacy Policy

Last Updated: January 25, 2025

Your Privacy Matters: CompareForge is committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you visit our website.

1. Information We Collect

1.1 Information You Provide

We may collect information that you voluntarily provide to us, including:

1.2 Automatically Collected Information

When you visit our website, we automatically collect certain information about your device and browsing activity:

1.3 Third-Party Information

We may receive information about you from third-party services, including:

2. How We Use Your Information

We use the collected information for various purposes:

2.1 To Provide and Improve Our Services

2.2 To Communicate With You

2.3 For Marketing and Analytics

2.4 For Legal and Security Purposes

3. Cookies and Tracking Technologies

3.1 What Are Cookies?

Cookies are small text files stored on your device when you visit a website. We use cookies and similar technologies to enhance your experience and collect usage information.

3.2 Types of Cookies We Use

3.3 Managing Cookies

You can control cookies through your browser settings. However, disabling cookies may affect website functionality. Most browsers allow you to:

4. Third-Party Services and Links

4.1 Google Analytics

We use Google Analytics to analyze website traffic and usage. Google Analytics collects information anonymously and reports website trends without identifying individual visitors. For more information, visit Google's Privacy Policy.

4.2 Affiliate Programs

We participate in affiliate marketing programs. When you click on affiliate links and make purchases, we may receive a commission. Affiliate partners may use cookies to track conversions.

Our affiliate partners include:

4.3 Third-Party Links

Our website contains links to third-party websites. We are not responsible for the privacy practices of these external sites. We encourage you to review their privacy policies before providing any personal information.

5. How We Share Your Information

We do not sell your personal information. We may share your information in the following circumstances:

5.1 With Service Providers

We may share information with third-party service providers who help us operate our website:

5.2 With Affiliate Partners

We share limited information with affiliate partners to track conversions and commissions. This typically includes:

5.3 For Legal Reasons

We may disclose your information if required by law or to:

5.4 Business Transfers

If we are involved in a merger, acquisition, or sale of assets, your information may be transferred as part of that transaction.

6. Data Security

We implement reasonable security measures to protect your information from unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction. These measures include:

Important: No method of transmission over the Internet is 100% secure. While we strive to protect your information, we cannot guarantee absolute security.

7. Data Retention

We retain your information for as long as necessary to:

When information is no longer needed, we will securely delete or anonymize it.

8. Your Privacy Rights

Depending on your location, you may have certain rights regarding your personal information:

8.1 Access and Correction

You have the right to:

8.2 Deletion

You may request deletion of your personal information, subject to certain exceptions (e.g., legal obligations).

8.3 Opt-Out Rights

You can opt out of:

8.4 Do Not Track

Some browsers have "Do Not Track" features. Currently, we do not respond to Do Not Track signals, but you can manage cookies through your browser settings.

9. Children's Privacy

Our website is not intended for children under 13 years of age. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If we discover that we have collected information from a child under 13, we will delete it immediately.

If you believe we have collected information from a child under 13, please contact us at privacy@compareforge.com.

10. International Data Transfers

Your information may be transferred to and processed in countries other than your own. These countries may have different data protection laws. By using our website, you consent to the transfer of your information to these countries.

We take steps to ensure your information receives adequate protection in accordance with this Privacy Policy.

11. California Privacy Rights (CCPA)

If you are a California resident, you have additional rights under the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA):

To exercise these rights, contact us at privacy@compareforge.com.

12. European Privacy Rights (GDPR)

If you are in the European Economic Area (EEA), you have rights under the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR):

To exercise these rights, contact us at privacy@compareforge.com.

13. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices or legal requirements. We will notify you of significant changes by:

Your continued use of our website after changes are posted constitutes acceptance of the updated Privacy Policy.

14. Contact Us

If you have questions, concerns, or requests regarding this Privacy Policy or our data practices, please contact us:

We will respond to your inquiry within 30 days.

Your Trust is Important to Us: We are committed to protecting your privacy and handling your information responsibly. Thank you for trusting CompareForge with your information.