Privacy Policy
Last updated: May 28, 2026
1. Overview
pcprice.watch ("we", "our", "the site") is a free price-tracking tool for used PC components sold on eBay. This policy explains what data we collect, how we use it, and your rights as a visitor.
2. Data We Collect
We do not require accounts or logins. We collect minimal data:
- Analytics (Google Analytics 4): We use GA4 to understand how visitors use the site (pages visited, session duration, general location by country). GA4 uses cookies. No personally identifiable information is linked to these measurements.
- Advertising (Google AdSense): We display ads via Google AdSense. Google may use cookies to show personalised ads based on your browsing history. You can opt out via Google Ad Settings.
- Server logs: Our hosting provider (Vercel) may log IP addresses and request metadata for security and performance purposes. These logs are retained for a short period and are not used for tracking.
3. Cookies
We use the following types of cookies:
| Cookie | Purpose | Provider |
|---|---|---|
| _ga, _ga_* | Analytics — distinguishes users | Google Analytics |
| theme | Remembers light/dark mode preference | pcprice.watch |
| NID, IDE, DSID | Ad personalisation | Google AdSense |
You can clear or block cookies in your browser settings at any time. Blocking analytics cookies will not affect your use of the site.
4. Third-Party Services
Price data is sourced from the eBay API and displayed for informational purposes only. We are not affiliated with eBay Inc. Links to eBay listings may include partner parameters. Clicking such a link does not cost you anything extra.
5. Data Retention & Your Rights
We do not store personal data on our own servers beyond transient server logs. Google Analytics data is retained per Google's default retention settings (up to 14 months).
If you are in the EU/EEA or UK, you may have rights under GDPR or the UK GDPR, including the right to access, rectify, or erase data held about you by Google. For GA4 data, use Google My Account to manage your data.
6. Children's Privacy
This site is not directed at children under the age of 13. We do not knowingly collect data from children.
7. Changes to This Policy
We may update this policy occasionally. The "Last updated" date at the top will reflect any changes. Continued use of the site after changes constitutes acceptance of the updated policy.
8. Contact
Questions about this policy? Email us at contact@pcprice.watch .