Privacy policy

Who we are

VPN Comparison is operated in the United Kingdom. Contact, hello@vpncomparison.co.uk.

Data controller

The data controller for this website is VPN Comparison, UK. We are responsible for deciding how and why your data is processed.

What we collect

• Analytics we use a privacy-friendly analytics tool to understand page views and clicks. We do not build profiles, and we do not sell personal data.
• Affiliate clicks when you click a partner link, we may record an anonymised event so we can measure which pages are useful. The partner may set their own tracking on their site to attribute a sale.
• Emails you send us if you contact us, we will store your message so we can reply.

Cookies and tracking

• We aim to avoid setting cookies for analytics. Some partners may use their own cookies when you visit their site after clicking a link here.
• You can block third-party cookies in your browser settings and still use our site.

Lawful bases

• Legitimate interests to run a functional website, fight abuse, and understand which pages are useful.
• Consent for any optional cookies or marketing we may add in the future.
• Contract when you email us to ask for help or information.

Data sharing

• Web hosting and CDN our host and CDN process technical logs to keep the site fast and secure.
• Email if you email us, our email provider will process your message.
• Affiliate networks and partners if you click an affiliate link, the relevant network or brand may process data on their site to attribute a commission.

Data retention

We retain analytics summaries for trend analysis, and we keep emails for as long as needed to handle your request, then delete them when no longer required.

Your rights under UK GDPR

• Right to access your personal data.
• Right to rectification of inaccurate data.
• Right to erasure in certain circumstances.
• Right to restrict or object to processing.
• Right to data portability.

To exercise your rights, contact hello@vpncomparison.co.uk. You also have the right to complain to the Information Commissioner's Office at ico.org.uk.

International transfers

Some providers we use operate globally. Where data leaves the UK or EEA, we rely on appropriate safeguards such as standard contractual clauses or adequacy decisions.

Children's privacy

Our content is aimed at adults. We do not knowingly collect data relating to children.

Changes to this policy

We may update this page when our practices change. Material changes will be noted here with a new date.