Privacy Policy
Last updated: 27 May 2026
Prize Comparison ("we", "our", "us") respects your privacy and is committed to protecting your personal data. This privacy policy explains how we handle information when you visit prizecomparison.com.
Who We Are
Prize Comparison is operated by Prizecomparison Ltd, a company registered in England and Wales (Company Number: 17035770), registered office: Shernden Manor, Shernden Lane, Edenbridge, Kent, TN8 5PS.
For data protection queries, contact us via our Contact page.
What Data We Collect
Information you provide directly:
- Email address (if you subscribe to our newsletter)
- Name and email (if you submit a review or contact us)
- Any other information you voluntarily provide
Information collected automatically:
- IP address
- Browser type and version
- Device type (mobile, desktop, tablet)
- Pages visited and time spent
- Referring website
- Geographic region (country/city level)
Information collected via third parties:
- Affiliate networks (Awin, Confido, Skimlinks, FlexOffers) may track clicks on affiliate links to attribute commissions
- Google Analytics tracks anonymous usage statistics
- Google Search Console tracks search performance
Cookies
We use cookies to improve your experience. See our Cookie Policy for full details.
How We Use Your Data
We use your data to:
- Operate and improve the website
- Send you newsletter content (if subscribed)
- Respond to your enquiries
- Track which content is popular (anonymous analytics)
- Process affiliate commissions when you click through to partner sites
- Comply with legal obligations
We do not:
- Sell your data to third parties
- Use your data for unrelated marketing
- Share identifying information without your consent
Legal Basis for Processing
Under UK GDPR, we process your data under these legal bases:
- Consent: For newsletter sign-ups and non-essential cookies
- Legitimate interest: For anonymous analytics and site improvement
- Contractual necessity: When you submit a user review or enquiry
- Legal obligation: Where law requires us to keep records
Data Sharing
We may share data with:
- Affiliate networks (Awin, Confido, Skimlinks, FlexOffers) — for click attribution
- Google Analytics — anonymous usage data
- Email service providers (e.g. MailerLite) — only if you subscribe
- Hosting provider (WP Engine) — for site delivery
- Law enforcement — only if legally required
All third parties are bound by data protection laws.
Your Rights
Under UK GDPR, you have the right to:
- Access the personal data we hold about you
- Request correction of inaccurate data
- Request deletion of your data
- Object to processing of your data
- Request data portability
- Withdraw consent at any time
- Lodge a complaint with the Information Commissioner's Office
To exercise these rights, contact us via our Contact page. We will respond within 30 days.
Data Retention
- Newsletter subscribers: Until you unsubscribe
- Analytics data: 14 months (Google Analytics default)
- Contact form submissions: 2 years
- User-submitted reviews: Indefinitely (unless deletion requested)
International Data Transfers
Some of our third-party providers (e.g. Google) may transfer data outside the UK. Where this occurs, transfers are protected by appropriate safeguards including Standard Contractual Clauses and adequacy decisions.
Children's Privacy
Prize Comparison is intended for users aged 18 and over. We do not knowingly collect data from anyone under 18. If you believe we have collected data from a child, contact us immediately.
Changes to This Policy
We may update this policy from time to time. The "Last updated" date at the top will reflect any changes. Significant changes will be communicated via the site.
Contact
For any privacy-related questions, please contact us via our Contact page.