Privacy Policy

Last updated: April 5, 2026

CostMatch ("we", "our", or "us") operates the CostMatch website (costmatch.shop) and the CostMatch mobile application (the "App"). This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, share, and protect your information when you use our services.

1. Information Collection

CostMatch is designed with privacy at its core. We collect minimal data to provide our services:

• No Personal Information Required: You can search for products and compare prices without creating an account, signing up, or providing any personal information such as your name, email, or phone number.
• Search Queries: When you search for a product, we process your query to fetch results from Amazon India and Flipkart. Search queries are cached temporarily (up to 24 hours) to improve performance but are not permanently stored or linked to any user identity.
• Voluntary Information: If you choose to submit feedback, contact us, or leave a comment, we collect the name, email, and message you provide. This information is used solely to respond to your inquiry.
• Device Information: We do not actively collect device information. However, standard web server logs may record your IP address, browser type, and device type for security and performance monitoring purposes.

2. How We Use Information

Any information we collect is used exclusively for the following purposes:

• To process your product search queries and display comparison results
• To improve the accuracy and performance of our comparison engine
• To respond to feedback, questions, or support requests you submit
• To maintain and improve the security and stability of our services
• To generate aggregated, anonymized analytics about app usage trends (e.g., most searched product categories)

We do not sell, rent, or share your personal information with any third party for marketing purposes.

3. Third-Party Services

Our service integrates with the following third-party services, which may have their own privacy policies:

• Amazon India (amazon.in): We fetch product data from Amazon India. When you click a product link, you are redirected to Amazon's website, which has its own Privacy Policy.
• Flipkart (flipkart.com): We fetch product data from Flipkart. When you click a product link, you are redirected to Flipkart's website, which has its own Privacy Policy.
• Cuelinks: We use Cuelinks as an affiliate network for Flipkart links. Cuelinks may use cookies to track referrals. Their Privacy Policy governs their data practices.
• Google Fonts: We load fonts from Google Fonts, which is subject to Google's Privacy Policy.

4. Affiliate Links & Revenue

CostMatch is a participant in:

• Amazon Services Associates Program: An affiliate advertising program designed to provide a means for sites to earn advertising fees by advertising and linking to Amazon.in.
• Flipkart Affiliate Program (via Cuelinks): We earn commissions when purchases are made through our Flipkart links.

When you click on a product link in our app and make a purchase, we may earn a small commission. This comes at absolutely no extra cost to you. The price you pay is exactly the same as if you visited the retailer directly. We provide unbiased price comparisons regardless of affiliate commissions.

5. Cookies & Local Storage

We use minimal client-side storage:

• Local Storage (Browser): We store your theme preference (light/dark mode) and walkthrough completion status in your browser's local storage. This data stays on your device and is never sent to our servers.
• No First-Party Cookies: We do not set cookies on our domain for tracking purposes.
• Third-Party Cookies: Affiliate networks (Amazon, Cuelinks) and embedded services (Google Fonts) may set their own cookies. These are governed by their respective privacy policies.

6. Data Security

We take reasonable measures to protect any information we handle:

• All connections to our website and app use HTTPS encryption
• We do not store passwords, payment information, or sensitive personal data
• Server access is restricted to authorized personnel only
• We regularly review our infrastructure for potential security improvements

While we strive to protect your information, no method of electronic transmission or storage is 100% secure. We cannot guarantee absolute security.

7. Your Rights

You have the following rights regarding your data:

• Access: You can request information about any personal data we hold about you.
• Deletion: You can request the deletion of any personal data we hold (e.g., feedback or contact submissions).
• Objection: You can object to any processing of your personal data.
• Portability: You can request a copy of your data in a portable format.

To exercise any of these rights, please contact us at support@costmatch.shop. We will respond to your request within 30 days.

8. Children's Privacy

Our services are not directed at children under the age of 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children. If you are a parent or guardian and believe your child has provided us with personal data, please contact us at support@costmatch.shop, and we will take steps to delete such information.

9. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. When we do, we will:

• Update the "Last updated" date at the top of this page
• Notify users of significant changes through the app or website

We encourage you to review this page periodically to stay informed about how we handle your information.

10. Contact Us

If you have any questions, concerns, or requests regarding this Privacy Policy or our data practices, please contact us:

• Email: support@costmatch.shop
• Website: costmatch.shop/contact