PRIVACY POLICY

1. Information We Collect

Comparigon is designed to be a straightforward, user-friendly platform. We do not require you to create an account, provide an email address, or submit any personal identifiable information (PII) to access our content. You are free to explore all of Comparigon's features without the need to provide any personal information. However, if you choose to contact us directly via email, we will collect your email address and any additional information you provide. This information is collected solely to respond to your inquiry and is not used for any other purpose.

2. Usage Data and Cookies

• Usage Data: To improve user experience, we may collect non-identifiable information such as pages visited, time spent on each page, and general usage statistics. This data is collected anonymously and cannot be linked back to you personally.
• Cookies and Tracking Technologies: Our website may use cookies to enhance your browsing experience, such as remembering your preferences or settings. You can manage your cookie preferences through your browser settings. Disabling cookies may affect some features of the website but will not limit your access to our content.

3. Advertising and Third-Party Links

• Advertisements: Comparigon may display third-party advertisements to support our content and services. These ads are served by external ad networks (such as Google AdSense) and may use cookies, web beacons, or unique device identifiers to provide relevant advertisements. We do not collect any personal information about you for ad targeting purposes, and our site does not transfer any user-identifiable information to advertisers. You can opt-out of personalized advertising by visiting Google's Ad Settings, or the Network Advertising Initiative and Digital Advertising Alliance opt-out portals.
• Third-Party Links: Our website may contain links to third-party sites for additional resources or references. Comparigon does not control these sites and is not responsible for their content or privacy practices. We encourage you to review the privacy policies of any third-party sites you visit.

4. Data Security

While we do not collect any personal identifiable information directly, we take the security of our platform seriously. We implement industry-standard security measures to protect any anonymous data we collect and maintain the integrity of our website.

5. Children's Privacy

Comparigon is not directed to individuals under the age of 18 (or the age of majority in your jurisdiction). While we do not collect any personal identifiable information directly from users, if a parent or guardian becomes aware that their child has provided Comparigon with personal information (for example, by sending us an email) without their consent, they should contact us at [email protected]. If we become aware that a child under the age of 13 has provided us with personal information, we will promptly delete such information from our files.

6. International Operations, GDPR, and UK GDPR Rights

Our website is operated from the Philippines, with data stored on servers that may be located in various regions outside the Philippines. Please note that the privacy laws of the server locations or the Philippines may not offer the same level of protection as those in other jurisdictions. If you are located outside these regions and choose to use our website, you agree that your information may be transferred to, processed, and stored in these regions.

If you reside in the European Economic Area (EEA), Switzerland, or the United Kingdom, you have certain rights under the GDPR and UK Data Protection Act, including the right to access, rectify, or erase your personal data, restrict or object to its processing, and request data portability. Since we only collect personal data when you email us, you can exercise these rights by contacting us. You also have the right to lodge a complaint with your local data protection authority.

7. California Privacy Rights (CCPA / CPRA)

If you are a resident of California, you are afforded specific rights under the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA), as amended by the California Privacy Rights Act (CPRA). These include the right to request access to your personal information, the right to delete your personal information, and the right to opt-out of the "sale" or "sharing" of your personal information. Under the CCPA, the use of third-party advertising cookies may be considered "selling" or "sharing" information. We do not sell your personal data in the traditional sense. To opt-out of advertising tracking, you can adjust your browser settings or use the opt-out links listed in Section 3.

8. Do Not Track (DNT) Signals

Some web browsers offer a "Do Not Track" signal that allows you to request that websites do not track your online activities. We currently do not alter our data collection and use practices when we detect a Do Not Track signal from your browser, except as required by applicable regulations.

9. Data Retention

We only retain personal information (such as email correspondence) for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes for which it was collected, including to resolve inquiries, address technical issues, or comply with legal obligations.

10. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Any changes will be posted on this page with an updated “Last Updated” date. We encourage you to review this Privacy Policy periodically for any updates.

11. Contact Us

If you have any questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy or our practices, please feel free to reach out to us at [email protected].