Last updated: March 29, 2025
Privacy at a Glance
At Penny Pincher, we collect minimal personal data, use it only to provide and improve our service, never sell it to third parties, and implement robust security measures to protect it. You have full control over your data, including the right to access, correct, or delete it at any time.
1. Introduction
At Penny Pincher ("we," "our," or "us"), we respect your privacy and are committed to protecting your personal data. This privacy policy explains how we collect, use, and safeguard your information when you use our website and services.
We designed this policy to be transparent about our practices and to comply with all relevant data protection laws, including the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) and the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA).
By using Penny Pincher, you consent to the collection and use of information in accordance with this policy. If you do not agree with any part of this policy, please refrain from using our service.
2. Information We Collect
We collect different types of information to provide and improve our service. Here's what we collect and why:
2.1 Information You Provide Directly
- Search Queries: The product or service terms you search for on our platform
- Feedback: Any voluntary feedback, survey responses, or communications you send us
2.2 Information Collected Automatically
- Usage Data: How you interact with our service, including pages visited, time spent, and features used
- Device Information: Browser type, operating system, device type, and screen resolution
- IP Address: Used to approximate your location (country/region) and for security purposes
- Cookies and Similar Technologies: Small data files stored on your device that help us improve user experience and site functionality
2.3 Information We Do Not Collect
- We do not require account creation, so we don't collect names, email addresses, or passwords unless you voluntarily provide them
- We do not collect payment information
- We do not intentionally collect sensitive personal information
3. How We Use Your Information
We use the information we collect for the following purposes:
| Purpose | Information Used | Legal Basis (GDPR) |
|---|---|---|
| Provide and maintain our service | Search queries, usage data, device information | Performance of a contract |
| Improve and personalize user experience | Usage data, cookies, feedback | Legitimate interests |
| Analyze usage patterns and trends | Aggregated usage data | Legitimate interests |
| Detect and prevent fraud or abuse | IP address, usage patterns | Legitimate interests |
| Respond to your inquiries | Contact information you provide | Consent |
| Comply with legal obligations | As required by applicable law | Legal obligation |
4. Cookies and Similar Technologies
We use cookies and similar tracking technologies to enhance your experience on our website. These technologies help us:
- Remember your preferences and settings
- Understand how you interact with our service
- Improve site performance and functionality
- Provide analytics on site usage
4.1 Types of Cookies We Use
- Essential Cookies: Required for the website to function properly
- Functional Cookies: Remember your preferences and settings
- Analytics Cookies: Help us understand how visitors interact with our website
4.2 Your Cookie Choices
Most web browsers allow you to control cookies through their settings. You can typically delete existing cookies, block certain types of cookies, or set your browser to notify you when cookies are being placed on your device.
Please note that blocking or deleting certain cookies may impact the functionality of our website.
5. Data Sharing and Disclosure
We do not sell, rent, or trade your personal information to third parties. We may share your information in the following limited circumstances:
5.1 Service Providers
We work with trusted third-party service providers who perform services on our behalf, such as:
- Cloud hosting and infrastructure providers
- Analytics services
- Customer support tools
These providers are contractually obligated to use your information only for the purposes of providing services to us and in accordance with this privacy policy.
5.2 Legal Requirements
We may disclose your information if required to do so by law or in response to valid requests by public authorities (e.g., a court or government agency).
5.3 Business Transfers
If we are involved in a merger, acquisition, or sale of all or a portion of our assets, your information may be transferred as part of that transaction. We will notify you via email and/or a prominent notice on our website of any change in ownership or uses of your personal information.
5.4 With Your Consent
We may share your information with third parties when we have your explicit consent to do so.
6. Data Security
We implement appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect your personal information against unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction. Our security measures include:
- Encryption of data in transit using SSL/TLS protocols
- Regular security assessments and penetration testing
- Access controls and authentication mechanisms
- Regular security training for our team members
- Monitoring systems for detecting and addressing security incidents
While we strive to use commercially acceptable means to protect your personal information, no method of transmission over the Internet or method of electronic storage is 100% secure. We cannot guarantee absolute security.
7. Your Data Protection Rights
Depending on your location, you may have certain rights regarding your personal information:
7.1 For European Economic Area (EEA) Residents
Under the GDPR, you have the following rights:
- Access: Request a copy of the personal information we hold about you
- Rectification: Request correction of inaccurate or incomplete information
- Erasure: Request deletion of your personal information in certain circumstances
- Restriction: Request limitation of processing of your personal information
- Data Portability: Request transfer of your information to another service provider
- Objection: Object to processing of your personal information
- Withdraw Consent: Withdraw consent where processing is based on consent
7.2 For California Residents
Under the CCPA, you have the right to:
- Know what personal information we collect, use, disclose, and sell
- Request deletion of your personal information
- Opt-out of the sale of your personal information (though we do not sell personal information)
- Non-discrimination for exercising your rights
7.3 How to Exercise Your Rights
To exercise any of these rights, please contact us using the information provided in the "Contact Us" section. We will respond to your request within the timeframe required by applicable law.
8. International Data Transfers
We may process your information on servers located outside of your country of residence. When we transfer personal data from the EEA, UK, or Switzerland to countries that have not received an adequacy decision, we use appropriate safeguards such as Standard Contractual Clauses approved by the European Commission.
9. Children's Privacy
Our service is not directed to individuals under the age of 16. 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 information, please contact us, and we will take steps to delete such information.
10. Changes to This Privacy Policy
We may update this privacy policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices or for other operational, legal, or regulatory reasons. We will notify you of any material changes by posting the new policy on this page and updating the "Last updated" date.
We encourage you to review this policy periodically for any changes. Your continued use of our service after any modifications indicates your acceptance of the updated policy.
11. Contact Us
If you have any questions, concerns, or requests regarding this privacy policy or our data practices, please contact us:
We will respond to your inquiry as soon as possible and within the timeframe required by applicable law.