Privacy Policy

Last updated: January 8, 2026

1. Introduction

Welcome to SnatchSavings ("we," "us," "our"). We respect your privacy and are committed to protecting your personal data. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you visit our website or use our services.

SnatchSavings is an affiliate marketing platform that provides coupons, deals, discount codes, and promotional offers from various online merchants and retailers. We earn commissions when you make purchases through our affiliate links.

By accessing or using our website, you agree to this Privacy Policy. If you do not agree with the terms, please discontinue use of our services immediately.

2. Information We Collect

2.1 Information You Provide Directly

When you interact with SnatchSavings, you may voluntarily provide:

  • Account Information: Name, email address, username, password
  • Newsletter Subscriptions: Email address, deal preferences, favorite stores
  • Contact Information: Name, email, phone number (when contacting support)
  • User-Generated Content: Reviews, ratings, comments, feedback on deals
  • Survey Responses: Preferences, shopping habits, demographic information

Important: We do NOT collect or store payment card information. All transactions occur directly on merchant websites.

2.2 Information Collected Automatically

When you visit our website, we automatically collect:

  • Device Information: IP address, browser type, operating system, device identifiers, screen resolution
  • Usage Data: Pages viewed, time spent on site, clicks, search queries, referral URLs, navigation patterns
  • Location Data: Approximate geographic location based on IP address
  • Cookies & Tracking: See Section 5 for detailed information

2.3 Information from Third Parties

We may receive information from:

  • Affiliate Networks: Commission Junction (CJ), ShareASale, Rakuten, Impact, Awin - transaction data and commission reports (anonymized)
  • Merchant Partners: Deal performance metrics, coupon redemption statistics
  • Social Media Platforms: If you connect via Facebook or Google login
  • Analytics Providers: Google Analytics, Hotjar, and similar services

3. How We Use Your Information

We use collected information for the following purposes:

3.1 Core Services

  • Provide and maintain our coupon and deal aggregation platform
  • Process affiliate transactions and track commissions
  • Send deal alerts, coupon notifications, and newsletters (with your consent)
  • Respond to customer support inquiries and troubleshoot issues

3.2 Personalization

  • Customize deals and offers based on your browsing history and preferences
  • Remember your favorite stores and categories
  • Show relevant sponsored offers and featured deals
  • Provide personalized recommendations

3.3 Marketing & Communication

  • Send promotional emails, newsletters, and exclusive deals (with opt-out option)
  • Display targeted advertisements on our platform
  • Conduct surveys and gather user feedback
  • Announce new features and partnerships

3.4 Analytics & Improvement

  • Analyze site usage, click-through rates, and conversion metrics
  • Test new features and optimize user experience
  • Monitor site performance and technical issues
  • Conduct market research and trend analysis

3.5 Legal & Compliance

  • Comply with legal obligations (GDPR, CCPA, tax laws)
  • Enforce our Terms of Service and policies
  • Protect against fraud, security threats, and illegal activity
  • Respond to legal requests and government inquiries

5. Cookies & Tracking Technologies

5.1 What Are Cookies?

Cookies are small text files stored on your device that help us remember your preferences and improve your browsing experience. We also use similar technologies like web beacons, pixels, and local storage.

5.2 Types of Cookies We Use

Cookie Type Purpose Duration
Essential Cookies Required for site functionality (login, session management, security) Session
Analytics Cookies Track site usage and performance (Google Analytics) Up to 2 years
Functional Cookies Remember preferences and settings 1 year
Affiliate Tracking Track referrals and commissions from merchant sites 30-90 days

5.3 Third-Party Cookies & Services

We use services from trusted third-party providers:

  • Google Analytics: Website analytics and user behavior tracking
  • Hotjar: Heatmaps and user session recordings (anonymized)
  • Affiliate Networks: CJ, ShareASale, Rakuten, Impact, Awin - for commission tracking
  • Email Services: Mailchimp, SendGrid - for newsletter delivery

5.4 Managing Cookies

You can control cookies through your browser settings:

  • Chrome: Settings → Privacy and Security → Cookies and other site data
  • Firefox: Settings → Privacy & Security → Cookies and Site Data
  • Safari: Preferences → Privacy → Manage Website Data
  • Edge: Settings → Cookies and site permissions

Note: Disabling essential cookies may affect site functionality. Some features may not work properly without cookies enabled.

Industry Opt-Out Tools:

6. How We Share Your Information

We DO NOT sell your personal information to third parties.

We may share your information with:

6.1 Service Providers

  • Hosting Providers: AWS, Cloudflare, DigitalOcean
  • Email Marketing: Mailchimp, SendGrid, ConvertKit
  • Analytics Tools: Google Analytics, Hotjar, Mixpanel
  • Customer Support: Zendesk, Intercom, Freshdesk

6.2 Affiliate Partners & Merchants

  • Anonymized transaction data for commission tracking
  • Click-through and conversion statistics
  • Aggregated performance metrics

Note: We do NOT share personally identifiable information with merchants.

6.3 Legal & Regulatory Requirements

  • To comply with laws, subpoenas, or government requests
  • To protect our rights, property, or safety
  • To prevent fraud or illegal activity
  • In case of merger, acquisition, or business asset sale

7. Your Privacy Rights

7.1 GDPR Rights (For EEA Users)

If you are located in the European Economic Area, you have the following rights:

  • Right to Access: Request a copy of the personal data we hold about you
  • Right to Rectification: Correct inaccurate or incomplete personal data
  • Right to Erasure ("Right to be Forgotten"): Request deletion of your personal data
  • Right to Restrict Processing: Limit how we use your personal data
  • Right to Data Portability: Receive your data in a structured, machine-readable format
  • Right to Object: Opt-out of processing for direct marketing purposes
  • Right to Withdraw Consent: Revoke consent at any time (without affecting prior processing)
  • Right to Lodge a Complaint: File a complaint with your local data protection authority

To exercise these rights: Email us at privacy@snatchsavings.com

7.2 CCPA Rights (For California Residents)

If you are a California resident, you have the following rights under the California Consumer Privacy Act:

  • Right to Know: What personal information we collect, use, disclose, and sell
  • Right to Delete: Request deletion of your personal information
  • Right to Opt-Out: Opt-out of the "sale" of personal information (Note: We do not sell your data)
  • Right to Non-Discrimination: We will not discriminate against you for exercising your privacy rights

To submit a CCPA request: Email privacy@snatchsavings.com or use our contact form

Verification Process: To protect your privacy, we may ask for additional information to verify your identity before fulfilling your request.

7.3 Marketing Communications Opt-Out

You can unsubscribe from marketing emails at any time:

  • Click the "Unsubscribe" link at the bottom of any promotional email
  • Adjust email preferences in your account settings
  • Contact us at support@snatchsavings.com

Note: Even if you opt-out, we may still send transactional emails (account notifications, password resets, etc.)

8. Data Retention

We retain personal data only for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this Privacy Policy:

  • Account Data: Retained until you delete your account or request deletion
  • Marketing Data: Retained until you opt-out or withdraw consent
  • Transaction Records: Retained for 7 years to comply with tax and accounting laws
  • Analytics Data: Anonymized and retained for up to 26 months (Google Analytics default)
  • Support Tickets: Retained for 3 years for quality assurance purposes

After the retention period, data is securely deleted or anonymized beyond recognition.

9. Data Security

We implement industry-standard security measures to protect your personal data:

  • Encryption: SSL/TLS encryption for all data transmission
  • Secure Hosting: Servers protected by firewalls and intrusion detection systems
  • Access Controls: Restricted access to personal data on a need-to-know basis
  • Regular Audits: Security assessments and vulnerability testing
  • Employee Training: Staff trained on data protection and security best practices

Important: While we implement robust security measures, no system is 100% secure. We cannot guarantee absolute security of your data. Please use strong passwords and keep your login credentials confidential.

10. International Data Transfers

Our servers and service providers may be located in different countries. If you access our website from outside your country of residence, your data may be transferred internationally.

For EEA Users: When transferring data outside the EEA, we ensure adequate protection through:

  • Standard Contractual Clauses (SCCs): Approved by the European Commission
  • Adequacy Decisions: Transfers to countries deemed adequate by the European Commission
  • Appropriate Safeguards: As required by GDPR Article 46

11. Third-Party Links

Our website contains links to merchant websites, partner sites, and third-party services. When you click on affiliate links or coupons, you will be redirected to external websites.

We are NOT responsible for the privacy practices or content of third-party websites. These sites have their own privacy policies, and we encourage you to review them before sharing any personal information.

12. Children's Privacy

SnatchSavings is NOT intended for children under the age of 13 (or 16 in the European Economic Area). We do not knowingly collect personal information from children.

If we discover that we have inadvertently collected information from a child under the applicable age, we will delete it immediately.

Parents/Guardians: If you believe your child has provided personal information to us, please contact us at privacy@snatchsavings.com so we can promptly remove it.

13. Do Not Track (DNT) Signals

Some web browsers support "Do Not Track" (DNT) signals. Currently, there is no industry-wide standard for responding to DNT signals.

Our Response: We do not currently respond to DNT signals. However, you can control cookies and tracking through your browser settings or the opt-out tools mentioned in Section 5.4.

14. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy periodically to reflect changes in our practices, technologies, legal requirements, or business operations.

When we make changes:

  • We will update the "Last Updated" date at the top of this page
  • Material changes will be communicated via email notification (if you have an account)
  • Significant updates will be announced with a prominent notice on our website

Your Continued Use: Continued use of our services after updates constitutes acceptance of the revised Privacy Policy. If you do not agree with the changes, please discontinue use of our services.

15. Contact Us

If you have questions, concerns, or requests regarding this Privacy Policy or how we handle your personal data, please contact us:

SnatchSavings Privacy Team

  • Privacy Email: privacy@snatchsavings.com
  • General Support: support@snatchsavings.com
  • Website: snatchsavings.com/contact
  • Mailing Address: contact@snatchsavings.com

Response Time: We aim to respond to all inquiries within:

  • 30 days for GDPR requests (EEA users)
  • 45 days for CCPA requests (California residents)
  • 7 business days for general inquiries

Data Protection Officer (DPO): For GDPR-related matters, you can contact our Data Protection Officer at dpo@snatchsavings.com

16. Regulatory Authorities

For EEA Users

If you believe we have not addressed your privacy concerns adequately, you have the right to lodge a complaint with your local data protection authority (DPA).

Find your DPA: European Data Protection Board

For California Users

If you believe your CCPA rights have been violated, you may contact:

California Attorney General's Office
Website: oag.ca.gov/contact
Phone: (916) 445-9555

By using SnatchSavings, you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agree to this Privacy Policy.

This Privacy Policy is compliant with GDPR (EU General Data Protection Regulation), CCPA (California Consumer Privacy Act), and industry best practices for affiliate marketing and coupon websites.