Welcome to PriceSpotr ("we," "our," or "us"). We are committed to protecting your privacy and being transparent about how we handle your personal information. This Privacy Policy explains what data we collect, how we use it, and the choices you have.
By accessing or using pricespotr.com, you agree to the practices described in this policy. If you do not agree, please discontinue using our website.
Information We Collect
Information You Provide Directly
We collect information you choose to give us, such as when you subscribe to our newsletter, fill out a contact form, or interact with our site:
- Email address — when you subscribe to weekly promos and guides
- Name — if provided through a contact or inquiry form
- Message content — when you contact us through our contact page
- Any other data you voluntarily submit through site forms
Information Collected Automatically
When you browse PriceSpotr, certain technical and usage data is collected automatically:
- IP address and approximate geographic location
- Browser type, operating system, and device information
- Pages viewed, time on site, and navigation patterns
- Referring URLs — how you arrived at our site
- Clicks on affiliate links and outbound links
- Cookie identifiers and similar tracking data
We do not collect sensitive personal data such as payment card numbers, social security numbers, or health information. PriceSpotr does not process transactions — purchases are completed on third-party retailer websites.
How We Use Your Information
We use the information we collect for the following purposes:
| Purpose | Description | Legal Basis |
|---|---|---|
| Newsletter Delivery | Send weekly promos, deal alerts, and content guides to subscribers | Consent |
| Site Analytics | Understand how visitors interact with our pages to improve content | Legitimate Interest |
| Customer Support | Respond to enquiries submitted through our contact form | Contract / Consent |
| Affiliate Tracking | Track clicks to partner brands for commission attribution | Legitimate Interest |
| Security & Fraud Prevention | Detect and prevent abusive, fraudulent, or spam activity | Legitimate Interest |
| Legal Compliance | Comply with applicable laws, regulations, and legal requests | Legal Obligation |
| Site Improvements | Test new features, layouts, and content to enhance user experience | Legitimate Interest |
We will never sell your email address or personal data to third parties for their own marketing purposes.
Cookies & Tracking Technologies
PriceSpotr uses cookies and similar technologies to provide and improve our services. A cookie is a small text file stored in your browser when you visit a site.
Types of Cookies We Use
- Essential Cookies: Required for the website to function correctly (e.g., session management, security). These cannot be disabled.
- Analytics Cookies: Help us understand traffic patterns, popular pages, and visitor behaviour (e.g., Google Analytics). Data is aggregated and anonymised.
- Affiliate & Tracking Cookies: Set when you click affiliate links to attribute purchases to PriceSpotr. These are third-party cookies managed by our affiliate partners.
- Preference Cookies: Remember your settings and preferences to personalise your experience on return visits.
You can control or delete cookies through your browser settings at any time. Note that disabling certain cookies may affect your experience on our site. Visit allaboutcookies.org for guidance on managing cookies across all browsers.
Google Analytics
We use Google Analytics to analyse site usage. Google Analytics collects data such as how often users visit, what pages they visit, and what other sites they used before coming to PriceSpotr. We use this data only to improve our site. You can opt out of Google Analytics using the Google Analytics Opt-out Browser Add-on.
Sharing Your Information
We do not sell, rent, or trade your personal information. We may share limited data with trusted third parties only in these circumstances:
- Service Providers: Companies that help us operate our website and services (e.g., email marketing platforms, hosting providers) under strict data processing agreements.
- Affiliate Networks: When you click an affiliate link, our affiliate partners may receive anonymous tracking data (click ID, timestamp) to attribute commissions. They do not receive your personal details.
- Analytics Providers: Aggregated, anonymised usage data shared with analytics platforms to understand site performance.
- Legal Requirements: We may disclose information if required by law, court order, or to protect the rights and safety of PriceSpotr and its users.
- Business Transfers: In the event of a merger, acquisition, or sale of assets, your data may be transferred as part of that transaction. We will notify you beforehand.
Affiliate Disclosure
Important: PriceSpotr participates in affiliate marketing programmes. This means we may earn a commission when you click links on our site and make a purchase — at no additional cost to you. This is how we fund and maintain the website.
Our editorial content — comparisons, reviews, and recommendations — is produced independently of these commercial relationships. Affiliate arrangements do not influence our ratings, rankings, or the accuracy of our content. We only recommend products and services we believe offer genuine value to our readers.
Affiliate links are present throughout our articles, comparison pages, and category sections. They are not always labelled individually but are disclosed here and in our Imprint page.
Data Retention
We retain your personal data only for as long as necessary to fulfil the purposes outlined in this policy:
- Newsletter subscribers: Your email is retained until you unsubscribe. You can do so at any time via the unsubscribe link in any email we send, or through our Unsubscribe page.
- Contact form submissions: Retained for up to 12 months to allow follow-up and resolve any enquiries.
- Analytics data: Aggregated and anonymised; retained per our analytics provider's data retention settings (typically 14–26 months).
- Legal records: Retained as long as required by applicable law or regulation.
When data is no longer needed, we securely delete or anonymise it.
Data Security
We take the security of your data seriously and implement appropriate technical and organisational measures to protect it against unauthorised access, loss, destruction, or alteration. These include:
- HTTPS encryption across all pages of pricespotr.com
- Secure hosting infrastructure with regular security updates
- Access controls limiting who can access personal data internally
- Regular review of data handling practices
No method of transmission over the internet is 100% secure. While we strive to use commercially acceptable means to protect your data, we cannot guarantee absolute security. If you have reason to believe your data has been compromised, please contact us immediately.
Your Rights
Depending on your location, you may have certain rights regarding your personal data. We respect and honour these rights:
Right to Access
Request a copy of the personal data we hold about you.
Right to Rectification
Ask us to correct inaccurate or incomplete personal data.
Right to Erasure
Request deletion of your personal data ("right to be forgotten").
Right to Restrict Processing
Request that we limit how we use your data in certain circumstances.
Right to Data Portability
Receive your data in a structured, machine-readable format.
Right to Object
Object to our use of your data for direct marketing or legitimate interest purposes.
Right to Withdraw Consent
Where processing is based on consent, withdraw it at any time without affecting prior processing.
Right to Lodge a Complaint
Lodge a complaint with your local data protection authority if you believe we have mishandled your data.
To exercise any of these rights, please contact us at the details provided in Section 13. We will respond within 30 days.
Children's Privacy
PriceSpotr is not directed at children under the age of 13 (or 16 in certain jurisdictions under GDPR). We do not knowingly collect personal information from children. If you are a parent or guardian and believe your child has provided us with personal data, please contact us immediately and we will delete that information as quickly as possible.
Third-Party Links
Our website contains links to third-party websites, brand pages, and affiliate partner sites. This Privacy Policy applies only to pricespotr.com. Once you click an outbound link and leave our site, you are subject to the privacy policy of that third-party website.
We are not responsible for the privacy practices or content of external sites and encourage you to read their privacy policies before providing any personal information.
Changes to This Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices, technology, legal requirements, or for other operational reasons. When we make material changes, we will:
- Update the "Last Updated" date at the top of this page
- Post a visible notice on our homepage for significant changes
- Where required by law, notify you directly by email
We encourage you to review this policy periodically to stay informed about how we protect your information. Continued use of our site after any changes constitutes acceptance of the updated policy.
Contact Us
If you have any questions, concerns, or requests related to this Privacy Policy or how we handle your data, please reach out to us:
Get in Touch
We aim to respond to all privacy-related enquiries within 5 business days.