Privacy Policy

1. Introduction

GoldTrack ("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 goldtrack.io (the "Site").

2. Information We Collect

2.1 Automatically Collected Information

When you visit the Site, we automatically collect certain information about your device, including:

• IP address
• Browser type and version
• Operating system
• Pages visited and time spent on pages
• Referring website addresses
• Device information (mobile vs desktop)

2.2 Local Storage

We use browser local storage to save your preferences, including:

• Theme preference (light/dark mode)
• Price alert settings
• Selected currency and metal preferences

This data is stored locally on your device and is not transmitted to our servers.

2.3 No Account Required

GoldTrack does not require user registration or accounts. We do not collect personal information such as names, email addresses, or phone numbers unless you voluntarily provide it through contact forms or feedback.

3. How We Use Your Information and Legal Basis

We use the collected information to:

• Provide and maintain our Site
• Improve and personalize user experience
• Analyze Site usage and trends
• Detect and prevent technical issues
• Comply with legal obligations

Legal Basis for Processing (GDPR)

For users in the European Economic Area (EEA), UK, and Switzerland, we process your information based on the following legal grounds:

• Legitimate Interest: We process analytics data and technical information to improve our Site, fix errors, and understand user behavior. This processing is necessary for our legitimate interests in operating and improving our free service.
• Consent: We obtain your consent before placing non-essential cookies (advertising cookies from Google AdSense). You can withdraw consent at any time through your browser settings.
• Legal Obligation: We process data when required to comply with applicable laws and regulations.

4. Third-Party Services

4.1 Analytics

We use Vercel Analytics and Vercel Speed Insights to understand how users interact with our Site. These services collect anonymized usage data and do not track personal information.

4.2 Error Tracking

We use Sentry for error monitoring to improve Site reliability. Sentry may collect technical information about errors, including browser type, operating system, and the page where the error occurred.

4.3 Advertising

We use Google AdSense to display advertisements. Google may use cookies to serve ads based on your prior visits to our Site or other websites. You can opt out of personalized advertising by visiting Google Ad Settings.

5. Cookies and Tracking Technologies

We use cookies and similar tracking technologies to improve your experience on our Site. By continuing to use our Site, you consent to our use of cookies as described below. You can control cookies through your browser settings. However, disabling cookies may limit some Site functionality.

Types of cookies we use:

• Essential cookies: Required for Site functionality (these cannot be disabled)
• Analytics cookies: Help us understand Site usage (Vercel Analytics, Speed Insights)
• Advertising cookies: Used by Google AdSense for displaying ads

Your Cookie Choices

You can control and manage cookies in several ways:

• Browser Settings: Most browsers allow you to refuse or accept cookies. Instructions are usually found in the "Help," "Tools," or "Edit" menu.
• Google Ads: Opt out of personalized Google advertising at Google Ad Settings
• Third-Party Opt-Out: Visit aboutads.info or youronlinechoices.eu (for EU users)

6. Data Security

We implement appropriate technical and organizational security measures to protect your information. However, no method of transmission over the Internet or electronic storage is 100% secure. While we strive to use commercially acceptable means to protect your information, we cannot guarantee absolute security.

7. Data Retention

We retain information for the following periods:

• Analytics Data: Retained for up to 90 days
• Error Logs: Retained for up to 90 days
• Advertising Cookies: As determined by Google (typically up to 2 years)
• Local Storage Data: Retained on your device until you clear your browser cache or local storage

8. Your Privacy Rights

For All Users

Since we do not collect personal information through user accounts, most of your data is stored locally on your device and can be deleted by clearing your browser data. For any questions about data we may hold, contact privacy@goldtrack.io.

GDPR Rights (EEA, UK, Switzerland)

If you are located in the European Economic Area, United Kingdom, or Switzerland, you have the following rights:

• Right to Access: Request a copy of information we hold about you
• Right to Rectification: Request correction of inaccurate information
• Right to Erasure: Request deletion of your information
• Right to Restrict Processing: Request that we limit how we use your information
• Right to Data Portability: Request a copy of your data in a portable format
• Right to Object: Object to our processing of your information
• Right to Withdraw Consent: Withdraw consent for cookie placement at any time
• Right to Lodge a Complaint: File a complaint with your local data protection authority

California Privacy Rights (CCPA/CPRA)

If you are a California resident, you have the following rights under the California Consumer Privacy Act:

• Right to Know: Request disclosure of personal information collected, used, or shared
• Right to Delete: Request deletion of personal information we have collected
• Right to Opt-Out: Opt out of the "sale" or "sharing" of personal information
• Right to Non-Discrimination: Exercise your rights without discriminatory treatment

Notice: We do NOT sell personal information as defined by CCPA. However, our use of Google AdSense may constitute "sharing" under CCPA. You can opt out of personalized advertising through Google Ad Settings.

To exercise your California privacy rights, contact us at privacy@goldtrack.io with "California Privacy Request" in the subject line.

9. Children's Privacy

Our Site is not intended for children under 13 years of age. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If you believe we have inadvertently collected such information, please contact us immediately.

10. International Data Transfers

Your information may be transferred to and processed in countries other than your country of residence. These countries may have data protection laws that differ from your jurisdiction. By using our Site, you consent to such transfers.

11. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify you of any changes by posting the new Privacy Policy on this page and updating the "Last Updated" date. You are advised to review this Privacy Policy periodically for any changes.

12. Contact Us

If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy, please contact us: