Data Protection at PriceExpose
Your privacy is important to us. This policy explains how we collect, use, and protect your data when you use PriceExpose.
1. What Data We Collect
We DO NOT collect:
- Credit card numbers or full payment information
- Complete booking confirmations or itineraries
- Passport numbers or government IDs
- Passwords from other websites or services
We MAY collect:
- Search queries (destinations, dates, preferences)
- Device information (browser type, operating system)
- IP address and location data
- Cookies and tracking identifiers
- Usage analytics (pages visited, time spent, clicks)
- Email address (only if you voluntarily provide it)
2. How We Use Your Data
We use collected data to:
- Provide and improve our search and comparison service
- Personalize your experience
- Track analytics and service performance
- Detect and prevent fraud or abuse
- Comply with legal obligations
- Send service updates (only with your consent)
3. Data Security
We protect your data using industry-standard encryption and security measures:
- All data transmission uses HTTPS/TLS encryption
- Sensitive data is encrypted at rest
- Regular security audits and penetration testing
- Restricted access to personal data (staff only when necessary)
- Compliance with GDPR, CCPA, and international standards
4. Data Sharing
We do NOT sell your personal data to third parties. However, we may share data with:
- Service providers: Analytics, hosting, and security partners (under confidentiality agreements)
- Hotel partners: Limited data only if you explicitly book through us
- Legal authorities: If required by law or court order
5. Cookies & Tracking
We use cookies and similar tracking technologies to:
- Remember your preferences and settings
- Track usage patterns for service improvement
- Detect fraudulent activity
- Show relevant advertisements
You can disable cookies in your browser settings, though this may limit some features of our service.
6. Your Rights
You have the right to:
- Access: Request a copy of your personal data
- Correction: Update or correct inaccurate information
- Deletion: Request deletion of your data (right to be forgotten)
- Portability: Receive your data in a portable format
- Opt-out: Unsubscribe from marketing communications
To exercise these rights, contact us at: privacy@priceexpose.com
7. Data Retention
We retain your data only as long as necessary to provide our service:
- Search history: Deleted after 90 days (or per your preference)
- Account data: Retained while you use PriceExpose
- Analytics data: Aggregated and anonymized after 12 months
- Legal/compliance data: Retained as required by law
8. GDPR Compliance
For users in the EU/EEA, we comply with the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR):
- We only process your data with your explicit consent
- We have a Data Protection Officer available upon request
- You have the right to lodge a complaint with your local DPA
9. Policy Updates
We may update this privacy policy to reflect changes in our practices or legal requirements. We will notify you of material changes via email or on our website.
10. Contact Us
For privacy questions or to exercise your rights, please contact:
Privacy Team
Email: privacy@priceexpose.com
Address: [Your Company Address]