Privacy Policy

Effective Date: January 1, 2026

Last Updated: January 1, 2026

Refined Comparison ("we," "our," or "us") is committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you visit our website refinedcomparison.com (the "Site") and use our services.

Information We Collect

Information You Provide to Us

We may collect personal information that you voluntarily provide to us when you:

• Contact us through our contact form or email
• Subscribe to our newsletter or updates (if available)
• Participate in surveys or feedback requests
• Report errors or provide suggestions

This information may include:

• Name and contact information (email address, phone number)
• Messages and communications you send to us
• Any other information you choose to provide

Information Automatically Collected

When you visit our Site, we may automatically collect certain information about your device and usage, including:

• IP address and general location information
• Browser type and version
• Operating system
• Pages visited and time spent on pages
• Referring website addresses
• Device information (screen size, device type)

Cookies and Tracking Technologies

We use cookies and similar tracking technologies to enhance your browsing experience. Cookies are small data files stored on your device. We use:

• Essential Cookies: Necessary for basic site functionality
• Analytics Cookies: To understand how visitors use our site
• Preference Cookies: To remember your settings and preferences

You can control cookie settings through your browser preferences. However, disabling certain cookies may affect site functionality.

How We Use Your Information

We use the information we collect to:

• Respond to your inquiries and provide customer support
• Improve our website content and user experience
• Analyze site usage and traffic patterns
• Detect and prevent fraud or security issues
• Comply with legal obligations
• Send updates or notifications (with your consent)

Information Sharing and Disclosure

We do not sell, trade, or rent your personal information to third parties. We may share your information only in the following circumstances:

Service Providers

We may share information with trusted third-party service providers who assist us in operating our website and providing services, such as:

• Web hosting and maintenance services
• Analytics providers
• Email communication services

These providers are contractually obligated to protect your information and use it only for the specified purposes.

Legal Requirements

We may disclose your information if required to do so by law or in response to valid requests by public authorities, such as:

• Court orders or legal process
• Government investigations
• Protection of our rights and property
• Prevention of illegal activities

Business Transfers

In the event of a merger, acquisition, or sale of assets, your information may be transferred as part of the business transaction. We will notify you of any such change in ownership or control.

External Links

Our Site contains links to external websites and services mentioned in our comparisons. When you click on these links, you leave our Site and are subject to the privacy policies of those external sites. We are not responsible for the privacy practices or content of external websites.

We encourage you to review the privacy policies of any external sites you visit through our links.

Data Security

We implement appropriate technical and organizational security measures to protect your personal information against unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction. These measures include:

• Encryption of data in transit and at rest
• Regular security assessments and updates
• Access controls and authentication measures
• Employee training on data protection

However, no method of transmission over the Internet or electronic storage is 100% secure. While we strive to protect your information, we cannot guarantee absolute security.

Data Retention

We retain personal information only for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this Privacy Policy, unless a longer retention period is required or permitted by law. When we no longer need your information, we will securely delete or anonymize it.

Your Rights and Choices

You have certain rights regarding your personal information:

Access and Correction

You can request access to the personal information we hold about you and ask us to correct any inaccuracies.

Deletion

You can request deletion of your personal information, subject to certain legal limitations.

Opt-Out

You can opt out of receiving communications from us by following the unsubscribe instructions in our emails or contacting us directly.

Cookie Controls

You can manage cookie preferences through your browser settings or by using our cookie consent banner.

To exercise these rights, please contact us using the information provided in the "Contact Us" section below.

Children's Privacy

Our Site is not intended for children under the age of 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If we become aware that we have collected personal information from a child under 13, we will take steps to delete such information promptly.

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 than your jurisdiction. We ensure that appropriate safeguards are in place to protect your information during such transfers.

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 updated policy on our Site
• Updating the "Last Updated" date
• Providing notice through email or site notification (for significant changes)

Your continued use of our Site after any changes constitutes acceptance of the updated Privacy Policy.

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 a reasonable timeframe, typically within 30 days.