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Privacy Policy

Your privacy matters to us. This policy explains what data we collect, how we use it, and your rights.

Last Updated: October 27, 2025

What We Collect

To provide our price comparison service, we collect limited information:

Search Queries

We log the products you search for to improve our search algorithm and understand user needs. This helps us provide better results and identify trending products.

Product Clicks

When you click on a product to visit a retailer, we record which products are most popular. This data is anonymized and used only for analytics purposes.

IP Address & Location

We collect your IP address to determine your country (US or Canada). This ensures we show you products available in your region and display prices in your local currency. We do not store precise location data.

Technical Information

We collect basic technical data like browser type, device type, and referrer URL to understand how users access our site and improve performance.

Account Data (Optional)

If you create an account to use the Watchlist feature, we store your email address and password (securely hashed). You can delete your account at any time.

How We Use Your Data

We use the collected data for:

  • Service Delivery: Providing region-specific search results and pricing
  • Analytics: Understanding usage patterns to improve our service
  • Performance Monitoring: Tracking search volume and popular products
  • Abuse Prevention: Rate limiting to prevent service abuse and manage API costs
  • Business Operations: Internal reporting and strategic decision-making

We do not sell your personal data to third parties.

Third-Party Services

To operate our service, we work with third-party providers:

RapidAPI

We use RapidAPI to access product data from Amazon and 40+ retailers. Your search queries are sent to their servers to retrieve product information. Review RapidAPI's Privacy Policy.

Amazon Associates

As an Amazon Associate, we earn commissions on qualifying purchases. When you click an Amazon link, you may be tracked by Amazon's cookies. Review Amazon's Privacy Notice.

IP Geolocation

We use ip-api.com to determine your country from your IP address. This service is used once per visit and does not store personal data. Review ip-api.com's Terms.

Email Service (Resend)

We use Resend to send internal analytics reports. Your personal data is not shared with Resend unless you explicitly contact us via email.

Cookies & Tracking

We use cookies and browser storage for:

  • Session Management: Maintaining your logged-in status (if you create an account)
  • User Preferences: Storing your grid/list view preference
  • Rate Limiting: Preventing abuse by tracking search frequency

You can disable cookies in your browser settings, but this may limit functionality. We do not use third-party advertising cookies or trackers.

Data Retention

We retain data as follows:

  • Search Logs: Retained indefinitely for analytics and service improvement
  • Visitor Logs: Retained indefinitely for traffic analysis
  • Click Logs: Retained indefinitely for affiliate performance tracking
  • Account Data: Stored until you delete your account

All data is anonymized and aggregated for reporting purposes.

Your Rights

Depending on your location, you may have the following rights:

  • Access: Request a copy of the data we have about you
  • Correction: Request corrections to inaccurate data
  • Deletion: Request deletion of your account and associated data
  • Opt-Out: Stop using our service at any time to stop data collection

To exercise these rights, please contact us at the email provided below.

Children's Privacy

Our service is not directed to children under 13 years of age. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children. If you believe a child has provided us with personal data, please contact us immediately.

Security

We implement industry-standard security measures to protect your data:

  • Passwords are hashed using bcrypt (never stored in plain text)
  • Secure database connections with encrypted credentials
  • Rate limiting to prevent unauthorized access
  • Regular security updates and monitoring

However, no internet transmission is 100% secure. Use our service at your own risk.

Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Changes will be posted on this page with an updated "Last Updated" date. Continued use of our service after changes constitutes acceptance of the updated policy.

Contact Us

If you have questions about this Privacy Policy or wish to exercise your rights, please contact us:

Email: privacy@newlyripe.com

We will respond to privacy requests within 30 days.

Governing Law

This Privacy Policy is governed by the laws of the United States. For Canadian users, we comply with applicable Canadian privacy laws including PIPEDA.