Privacy Policy
Last Updated: Oct. 10th, 2025
This Privacy Policy governs the collection, use, storage, and disclosure of personal information by ComparisonHunter.com (hereinafter referred to as “we,” “us,” or “our”) when you access or use our website (https://www.comparisonhunter.com/, hereinafter referred to as “the Site”) and our associated services (collectively, “Services”). By using the Site or Services, you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agree to the terms of this Privacy Policy.
1. Information We Collect
We collect two types of information: Personal Identifiable Information (PII) (information that can identify you) and Non-Personal Information (information that cannot identify you individually).
1.1 Personal Identifiable Information (PII)
We may collect PII only when you voluntarily provide it to us, including but not limited to:
- Contact information: Name, email address, phone number, and mailing address (e.g., when you subscribe to our newsletter, submit a contact form, or request support).
- Account information: Username, password (encrypted), and associated login details (if you create an account on the Site).
- Transaction-related information: If you make purchases or interact with affiliate links (e.g., Amazon, brand websites), we may collect limited transaction data (e.g., purchase date, product type) from third-party platforms (with your consent, as required by the third party’s privacy policy).
1.2 Non-Personal Information
- Device and technical data: Browser type, operating system, device model, IP address, screen resolution, and internet service provider.
- Usage data: Pages visited, time spent on the Site, links clicked, search queries, and referral sources (e.g., how you arrived at the Site).
- Aggregated data: Anonymous, statistical data about user behavior (e.g., “50% of users access the ‘Foot Patches’ page”), which cannot be linked to any individual.
2. How We Use Your Information
- To provide and maintain the Site/Services: E.g., delivering content you request, processing newsletter subscriptions, or responding to support inquiries.
- To improve and optimize the Site: E.g., analyzing user behavior to fix technical issues, update page layouts, or enhance content relevance.
- To comply with legal obligations: E.g., responding to lawful requests from government authorities, or enforcing our Terms of Use.
- To facilitate affiliate partnerships: E.g., tracking clicks on affiliate links (e.g., Amazon, Rescue Air Pump) to ensure accurate commission reporting (we do not share your PII with affiliates unless you explicitly consent to such sharing).
3. Your Rights Regarding Personal Information
As a user, you have legally protected rights regarding your PII, in line with global privacy standards (GDPR, CCPA, etc.). We make it easy for you to exercise these rights:
3.1 Right to Access
You may request a copy of the PII we hold about you (e.g., your email address, subscription history). To exercise this right:
- Send an email to [email protected] with the subject line “Request for Personal Information.”
- We will verify your identity (e.g., by asking for a confirmation email to your registered address) and provide the requested information within 30 days of verification.
3.2 Right to Correct
If your PII is inaccurate or incomplete (e.g., outdated email address), you may request to update it:
- Log in to your account (if applicable) to edit your details directly; or
- Email [email protected] with the subject line “Correction of Personal Information,” including the incorrect data and the updated information.
3.3 Right to Delete (“Right to Be Forgotten”)
- Email [email protected] with the subject line “Request to Delete Personal Information.”
- We will confirm deletion within 30 days (note: some non-personal, aggregated data may be retained for analytics purposes, as it cannot identify you).
3.4 Right to Withdraw Consent
- For newsletters: Click the “Unsubscribe” link at the bottom of any newsletter email.
- For cookies: Adjust your browser settings (see Section 4 below) or use the “Cookie Preference” tool on the Site (if available).
- Withdrawing consent will not affect the lawfulness of data use before consent was withdrawn.
3.5 Right to Object to Processing
- Email [email protected] with the subject line “Objection to Data Processing,” specifying the purpose you wish to object to.
- We will review your request and respond within 15 days.
4. Cookie Policy
4.1 Types of Cookies We Use
| Cookie Type | Purpose | Retention Period |
|---|---|---|
| Necessary Cookies | Enable basic Site functionality (e.g., remembering your language preference, maintaining login sessions). These cookies are required to use the Site. | Until you close your browser (session cookies) or 1 year (persistent cookies). |
| Analytical Cookies | Collect non-personal data about how you use the Site (e.g., pages visited, time spent) to optimize performance. We use tools like Google Analytics for this purpose. | 2 years from your last visit. |
| Marketing Cookies | (If applicable) Track interactions with affiliate links or ads to measure campaign effectiveness. We do not use these cookies to target you with personalized ads without your consent. | 1 year from your last visit (or until you delete them). |
4.2 How to Manage Cookies
- Google Chrome: Go to Settings > Privacy and security > Cookies and other site data > Toggle “Block all cookies” (or manage exceptions for ComparisonHunter.com).
- Mozilla Firefox: Go to Settings > Privacy & Security > Cookies and Site Data > Check “Delete cookies and site data when Firefox is closed” (or manage site-specific permissions).
- Apple Safari: Go to Preferences > Privacy > Check “Block all cookies” (or use “Manage Website Data” to delete cookies for specific sites).
5. Disclosure of Your Information to Third Parties
5.1 Service Providers
- Only access your PII to perform tasks on our behalf;
- Are contractually obligated to protect your data and not use it for other purposes;
- Comply with applicable privacy laws (e.g., Google Analytics adheres to GDPR and CCPA).
5.2 Affiliate Partners
5.3 Legal Requirements
6. Data Security
- Encryption: PII (e.g., passwords, email addresses) is encrypted using industry-standard protocols (e.g., SSL/TLS for data transmission, AES-256 for storage).
- Access Control: Only authorized employees (e.g., customer support, technical teams) have access to PII, and they are required to maintain confidentiality.
- Regular Audits: We conduct periodic security audits to identify and fix vulnerabilities (e.g., updating software, testing for data leaks).
7. Children’s Privacy
8. Changes to This Privacy Policy
- We will revise the “Last Updated” date at the top of this page.
- We will notify you via: (1) a pop-up notice on the Site, (2) an email to your registered address (if you have subscribed to communications), or (3) a post in the “Announcements” section of the Site.
9. Contact Us
- Email: [email protected]
- Response Time: We will aim to respond to all inquiries within 10 business days.