Privacy Policy

Effective Date: 01/01/2025

pcbuildhelper ("we," "us," or "our") values your privacy and is committed to protecting your personal information. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and safeguard your data when you visit pcbuildhelper.com or interact with our services. By using our website, you consent to the practices described below.

1. Information We Collect

We may collect the following types of information:

a. Information You Provide

  • Email addresses or usernames if you subscribe to newsletters, join our community, or contact us directly.
  • Any information voluntarily shared via forms, surveys, or support requests.

b. Automatic Information Collection

When you visit our website, we automatically collect non-personal data such as:

  • IP address, browser type, and device information
  • Pages visited, time spent on site, and referral source
  • Click interactions (links, buttons, or downloads)

We use cookies and similar technologies to improve your experience. You may disable cookies in your browser settings, but some features may not function properly.

c. Third-Party Analytics

We use Google Analytics to monitor traffic and understand visitor behavior, including:

  • Which pages are most visited
  • User paths and engagement patterns
  • Referral sites and general geographic regions

Google may use collected data to personalize ads through its own network. To learn more or opt out, visit Google’s Privacy Policy.

2. How We Use Your Information

We use the collected information to:

  • Improve website performance, content, and usability
  • Provide relevant PC building guides, tools, and recommendations
  • Respond to support requests or community interactions
  • Comply with legal obligations and protect site security

We do not sell or rent your personal information to third parties.

3. Information Disclosure

We may share or disclose information in the following situations:

  • Legal Compliance: To comply with subpoenas, court orders, or legal processes.
  • Security and Rights: To prevent fraud, investigate abuse, or protect our legal rights.
  • Service Providers: With trusted third parties who help us operate the website (analytics, hosting), bound by confidentiality agreements.

4. Data Security

We implement technical, administrative, and physical safeguards to protect your information.
However, no internet transmission or storage system is 100% secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.

5. Your Privacy Choices

  • You may disable cookies in your browser to limit tracking.
  • You may opt out of Google Analytics tracking via the Google Analytics Opt-Out Add-on.
  • If you are a California or EU resident, you may request access, deletion, or restriction of your data in compliance with CCPA/GDPR.

6. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this policy periodically. The latest version will always be posted on this page with the effective date updated accordingly.

7. Contact Us

If you have questions about this Privacy Policy or your data, reach out to:

Email: help@pcbuildhelper.com
Website: pcbuildhelper.com

By using pcbuildhelper.com, you acknowledge and accept the practices outlined in this Privacy Policy.