Privacy Policy

Your privacy matters to us. Learn how we collect, use, and protect your information when you use Best GPU Guide.

Last updated: August 8, 2025

Overview

Best GPU Guide ("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 and use our services.

By using our website, you consent to the data practices described in this policy. If you do not agree with this policy, please do not use our services.

Information We Collect

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Personal Information

We collect minimal personal information and only when you voluntarily provide it:

  • β€’ Contact information when you reach out to us
  • β€’ Feedback and survey responses
  • β€’ Newsletter subscription data (if offered)
  • β€’ Account information (if user accounts are implemented)
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Usage Information

We automatically collect certain information about your visit:

  • β€’ Browser type and version
  • β€’ Operating system
  • β€’ IP address (anonymized)
  • β€’ Pages visited and time spent
  • β€’ Referring websites
  • β€’ Search queries on our site
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Cookies & Tracking

We use cookies and similar technologies for:

  • β€’ Remembering your region preference
  • β€’ Analyzing website performance
  • β€’ Personalizing your experience
  • β€’ Affiliate link tracking
  • β€’ Security and fraud prevention
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Third-Party Data

We may receive information from third-party services:

  • β€’ Analytics providers (e.g., Google Analytics)
  • β€’ Affiliate networks
  • β€’ Social media platforms
  • β€’ Content delivery networks
  • β€’ Security services

How We Use Your Information

Service Operation

  • β€’ Providing GPU comparison and pricing information
  • β€’ Personalizing content based on your region
  • β€’ Improving website performance and user experience
  • β€’ Maintaining and securing our services
  • β€’ Troubleshooting technical issues

Analytics & Improvement

  • β€’ Understanding user behavior and preferences
  • β€’ Analyzing traffic patterns and popular content
  • β€’ Testing new features and improvements
  • β€’ Optimizing our recommendation algorithms
  • β€’ Measuring the effectiveness of our content

Communication

  • β€’ Responding to your inquiries and support requests
  • β€’ Sending important service updates or notifications
  • β€’ Providing newsletters or updates (with your consent)
  • β€’ Notifying you about changes to our policies

Legal & Compliance

  • β€’ Complying with applicable laws and regulations
  • β€’ Protecting our rights and preventing fraud
  • β€’ Enforcing our terms of service
  • β€’ Responding to legal requests and court orders

Information Sharing & Disclosure

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We DO NOT Sell Personal Data

We do not sell, rent, or trade your personal information to third parties for marketing purposes.

When We May Share Information

  • β€’ Service Providers: Third-party services that help us operate our website (analytics, hosting, CDN)
  • β€’ Affiliate Partners: When you click affiliate links, we may share necessary information for commission tracking
  • β€’ Legal Requirements: When required by law, regulation, or legal process
  • β€’ Business Transfers: In case of merger, acquisition, or asset sale (with notice to users)
  • β€’ Consent: When you explicitly consent to sharing your information

Data Processing Partners

Analytics

Google Analytics (anonymized data) for understanding user behavior and improving our services.

Hosting & CDN

Cloud hosting providers for reliable service delivery and content distribution networks for fast loading times.

Affiliate Programs & Monetization

How Affiliate Links Work

We participate in affiliate programs with retailers like Amazon and others. When you click on a product link and make a purchase, we may earn a small commission at no additional cost to you.

  • β€’ Commission rates do not influence our rankings or recommendations
  • β€’ We track clicks through affiliate links for commission purposes
  • β€’ Affiliate relationships are clearly disclosed
  • β€’ We only recommend products we believe offer genuine value

Transparency

Important: Our business model is built around providing accurate, unbiased information. Affiliate commissions support our operations but never influence our data analysis, value scores, or recommendations. All GPUs are evaluated using the same objective criteria regardless of affiliate status.

Data Security & Retention

Security Measures

  • β€’ Encryption: All data transmission is encrypted using industry-standard protocols (HTTPS)
  • β€’ Access Controls: Limited access to personal data on a need-to-know basis
  • β€’ Regular Updates: Security patches and software updates applied promptly
  • β€’ Monitoring: Continuous monitoring for security threats and vulnerabilities
  • β€’ Backups: Regular secure backups with encryption at rest

Data Retention

  • β€’ Analytics Data: Retained for up to 26 months (Google Analytics default)
  • β€’ Contact Information: Retained until you request deletion or withdraw consent
  • β€’ Technical Logs: Retained for security and troubleshooting purposes (up to 90 days)
  • β€’ Affiliate Data: Retained as required for commission tracking and tax compliance
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Security Disclaimer

While we implement industry-standard security measures, no method of transmission over the internet or electronic storage is 100% secure. We cannot guarantee absolute security but are committed to protecting your information using reasonable safeguards.

Your Privacy Rights

General Rights

  • β€’ Access: Request information about data we have collected about you
  • β€’ Correction: Request correction of inaccurate personal information
  • β€’ Deletion: Request deletion of your personal information (subject to legal requirements)
  • β€’ Portability: Request your data in a machine-readable format
  • β€’ Objection: Object to processing of your personal information

Regional Rights

  • β€’ GDPR (EU): Enhanced rights under European data protection law
  • β€’ CCPA (California): California Consumer Privacy Act protections
  • β€’ PIPEDA (Canada): Personal Information Protection and Electronic Documents Act
  • β€’ Data Protection Laws: Compliance with applicable local regulations

How to Exercise Your Rights

To exercise any of these rights, please contact us using the information provided at the bottom of this page. We will respond to your request within the timeframe required by applicable law, typically within 30 days.

Cookies & Tracking Technologies

Types of Cookies We Use

Essential Cookies

Required for basic website functionality:

  • β€’ Region preference storage
  • β€’ Security and fraud prevention
  • β€’ Load balancing and performance

Analytics Cookies

Help us understand how visitors use our site:

  • β€’ Page views and user journeys
  • β€’ Popular content and features
  • β€’ Performance metrics

Functional Cookies

Enhance your experience:

  • β€’ Remembering your preferences
  • β€’ Personalizing content
  • β€’ Social media integration

Affiliate Cookies

Track affiliate link clicks:

  • β€’ Commission tracking
  • β€’ Conversion attribution
  • β€’ Fraud prevention

Managing Cookies

You can control cookies through your browser settings. However, disabling certain cookies may impact your experience on our website.

  • β€’ Most browsers allow you to view, delete, and block cookies
  • β€’ You can opt-out of Google Analytics tracking
  • β€’ Essential cookies cannot be disabled without affecting site functionality
  • β€’ We respect "Do Not Track" browser settings where technically feasible

Children's Privacy

Our website is not directed to children under the age of 13, and we do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If you are a parent or guardian and believe your child has provided us with personal information, please contact us immediately.

If we discover that we have collected personal information from a child under 13, we will take steps to delete that information as quickly as possible.

Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices, technology, legal requirements, or other factors. When we make changes, we will:

  • β€’ Update the "Last Updated" date at the top of this policy
  • β€’ Notify users of significant changes through our website
  • β€’ For material changes, provide advance notice when possible
  • β€’ Maintain previous versions for reference

We encourage you to review this Privacy Policy periodically to stay informed about how we protect your privacy.

Privacy Questions or Concerns?

If you have questions about this Privacy Policy, want to exercise your privacy rights, or have concerns about how we handle your information, please don't hesitate to contact us.