Privacy Policy

1. Introduction

Dashboard.Gold ("we," "our," or "us") operates this website to provide real-time price comparisons for precious metals products. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and protect your information when you use our service.

2. Information We Collect

2.1 Information You Provide

Currently, Dashboard.Gold does not require user accounts or personal information. We do not collect names, email addresses, or other personally identifiable information unless you choose to contact us directly.

2.2 Automatically Collected Information

When you visit our website, we automatically collect:

• Usage Data: Pages viewed, time spent on pages, click data, and navigation patterns
• Device Information: Browser type, operating system, device type, and screen resolution
• Location Data: General geographic location based on IP address (country/region level only)
• Cookies and Local Storage: Preferences such as theme selection (dark/light mode) and calculator settings

3. How We Use Your Information

We use collected information to:

• Improve and optimize our website performance
• Understand how users interact with our price comparison tool
• Analyze which features are most valuable to users
• Remember your preferences (theme, calculator settings)
• Detect and prevent technical issues or abuse
• Measure the effectiveness of our marketing campaigns (if applicable)

4. Analytics and Tracking

4.1 PostHog

We use PostHog for analytics and error tracking. PostHog collects:

• Page views and user interactions
• Technical errors and exceptions
• Session recordings (anonymized)
• Feature usage statistics

PostHog data is stored securely and used only for improving our service. Learn more: PostHog Privacy Policy

4.2 Google AdSense

We use Google AdSense to display ads on our site. Google AdSense:

• Uses cookies to serve ads based on your browsing history
• May collect non-personally identifiable information
• Allows you to opt out via Google's Ads Settings
• Is governed by Google's privacy policy

Learn more: Google Ads Privacy Policy

5. Cookies and Similar Technologies

We use cookies and browser local storage to enhance your experience:

• Essential Cookies: Required for the site to function (e.g., session management)
• Preference Cookies: Remember your theme and calculator settings
• Analytics Cookies: Help us understand usage patterns
• Advertising Cookies: Track ad campaign performance (Google Ads)

You can disable cookies in your browser settings, but some features may not work properly.

6. Third-Party Services and Links

Our website contains links to third-party websites (Costco, Collect Pure). When you click these links:

• You leave our website and are subject to their privacy policies
• We do not control or take responsibility for their privacy practices
• We recommend reviewing their privacy policies before providing any information

Third-party services we use:

• Convex: Database and backend services
• PostHog: Analytics and error tracking
• Google AdSense: Display advertising
• Railway: Hosting infrastructure

7. Data Security

We implement reasonable security measures to protect your information:

• HTTPS encryption for all data transmission
• Secure cloud infrastructure (Railway, Convex)
• Regular security updates and monitoring
• Limited data retention (analytics data kept for 90 days)

However, no method of transmission over the internet is 100% secure. We cannot guarantee absolute security.

8. Children's Privacy

Our service is not intended for children under 13. We do not knowingly collect information from children. If you believe we have collected information from a child, please contact us immediately.

9. Your Rights

Depending on your location, you may have the right to:

• Access: Request what information we have about you
• Deletion: Request deletion of your information
• Opt-Out: Disable analytics cookies or tracking
• Portability: Request your data in a portable format

To exercise these rights, please clear your browser cookies and local storage, or contact us.

10. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Changes will be posted on this page with an updated "Last Updated" date. We encourage you to review this policy periodically.

11. Contact Us

If you have questions about this Privacy Policy or our data practices, please contact us:

• Website: Dashboard.Gold