Last Updated: January 1, 2026
Overview
Beta Compare ("we," "our," or "us") is committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and safeguard information when you visit our website and use our educational comparison services.
Information We Collect
Information You Provide
We may collect information you voluntarily provide, including:
- Contact information (name, email address) when you contact us
- Messages and feedback submitted through our contact form
- Any other information you choose to provide
Automatically Collected Information
When you visit our website, we may automatically collect:
- Browser type and version
- Operating system
- IP address (anonymized when possible)
- Pages visited and time spent on pages
- Referring website information
- Device information (screen size, device type)
Cookies and Local Storage
We use cookies and browser local storage for:
- Remembering your cookie consent preferences
- Improving website functionality and user experience
- Basic analytics about website usage patterns
How We Use Information
We use collected information to:
- Provide and maintain our educational comparison services
- Respond to your inquiries and provide customer support
- Improve our website content and functionality
- Understand how our website is used
- Ensure website security and prevent abuse
Information Sharing
We do not sell, trade, or rent your personal information to third parties. We may share information only in these limited circumstances:
- Service Providers: With trusted service providers who help us operate our website (web hosting, email services) under strict confidentiality agreements
- Legal Requirements: When required by law, court order, or to protect our rights and safety
- Business Transfers: In connection with a merger, sale, or transfer of our business assets
External Links
Our website contains links to external websites for educational purposes. We are not responsible for the privacy practices of these external sites. We encourage you to review their privacy policies before providing any personal information.
Third-Party Websites
When you click on external links to software vendors or other websites mentioned in our comparisons:
- You are leaving our website and entering a third-party site
- The third-party's privacy policy will apply
- We do not control or monitor these external sites
- We are not responsible for their data collection practices
Data Security
We implement reasonable security measures to protect your information, including:
- Secure data transmission (HTTPS)
- Regular security updates and monitoring
- Limited access to personal information
- Secure storage practices
However, no method of transmission over the internet is 100% secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.
Data Retention
We retain information only as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this policy:
- Contact form submissions: Retained for up to 2 years for support purposes
- Website analytics data: Retained for up to 1 year
- Cookie preferences: Retained until you clear browser data or change preferences
Your Rights and Choices
Cookie Management
You can control cookies through:
- Browser settings to block or delete cookies
- Our cookie consent banner to manage preferences
- Opting out of non-essential cookies
Contact Information Access
If you have contacted us, you may:
- Request information about what personal data we have
- Request correction of inaccurate information
- Request deletion of your contact information
Children's Privacy
Our website is intended for general audiences and not specifically designed for children under 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If we learn that we have collected such information, we will delete it promptly.
International Users
Our website is operated from the United States. If you access our site from other countries, your information may be transferred to and processed in the United States, where privacy laws may differ from your jurisdiction.
Changes to This Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy periodically to reflect changes in our practices or legal requirements. We will:
- Post the updated policy on this page
- Update the "Last Updated" date
- Notify users of significant changes when appropriate
Contact Us
If you have questions about this Privacy Policy or our data practices, please contact us:
- Email: Through our contact form
- Phone: +1 (212) 555-1847
- Address: Beta Compare, 425 Park Avenue, New York, NY 10022
Effective Date
This Privacy Policy is effective as of January 1, 2026, and applies to all information collected on or after this date.