Privacy Policy

Last updated: January 25, 2026

Introduction

PokeInsight ("we," "our," or "us") is committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you visit our website and use our services related to Pokemon Trading Card Game price tracking, collection management, and community features.

Information We Collect

Personal Information

When you create an account or use our services, we may collect:

  • Name and email address
  • Profile picture (optional)
  • Forum posts and comments
  • Collection data and card values you track
  • Blog post interactions and votes

Automatically Collected Information

We automatically collect certain information when you visit our site:

  • IP address and device information
  • Browser type and operating system
  • Pages visited and time spent on the site
  • Referral source
  • Search queries and interactions

Cookies and Tracking Technologies

We use cookies and similar tracking technologies to improve your experience and understand how you use our site.

Types of Cookies We Use:

1. Essential Cookies

Required for authentication, security, and basic site functionality. These cannot be disabled.

2. Analytics Cookies

We use the following analytics services:

  • Google Analytics: Tracks page views, user behavior, and site performance
  • Vercel Analytics: Privacy-friendly analytics for site speed and performance

These cookies are only set after you consent via our cookie banner.

3. Advertising Cookies

We use Google AdSense to display relevant advertisements on our site. These cookies:

  • Track which ads you've seen
  • Measure ad performance
  • Show personalized ads based on your interests (with your consent)

For EU/UK visitors, we use Google's Consent Mode to comply with GDPR and UK data protection laws.

🔒 Your Choice

You control cookies through our cookie consent banner. You can accept or decline analytics and advertising cookies at any time. Essential cookies cannot be disabled as they're required for the site to function.

How We Use Your Information

We use the information we collect to:

  • Provide and maintain our Pokemon TCG price tracking and collection management services
  • Enable user accounts and authentication
  • Track card prices and market values in real-time
  • Facilitate forum discussions and community features
  • Send important service-related communications
  • Improve our website and user experience through analytics
  • Display relevant advertisements to support our free services
  • Prevent fraud and enhance security
  • Comply with legal obligations

Third-Party Services

We use the following third-party services:

Google AdSense

Displays advertisements on our site. View Google's Privacy Policy

Google Analytics

Analyzes site usage and traffic. View Google's Privacy Policy

Vercel Analytics

Privacy-friendly performance analytics. View Vercel's Privacy Policy

TCGPlayer

Provides card pricing data and affiliate links. We may earn commissions on purchases through our affiliate links at no extra cost to you.

Information Sharing

We do not sell, trade, or rent your personal information to third parties. We may share information in these limited circumstances:

  • Public Content: Forum posts, comments, and collection data you choose to make public are visible to other users
  • Service Providers: With trusted third-party services (listed above) that help us operate our platform
  • Legal Requirements: When required by law or to protect our rights and safety
  • Business Transfers: In connection with a merger, acquisition, or sale of assets

GDPR & UK Data Protection

For users in the European Union and United Kingdom:

  • We implement Google's Consent Mode v2 for GDPR compliance
  • You must explicitly consent before we set non-essential cookies
  • You can withdraw consent at any time
  • You have the right to access, correct, delete, or export your data
  • You have the right to object to processing or request restrictions

Data Security

We implement appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect your personal information against unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction. This includes:

  • Encrypted connections (HTTPS)
  • Secure authentication systems
  • Regular security audits
  • Access controls and monitoring

However, no internet transmission or electronic storage is 100% secure. We cannot guarantee absolute security.

Your Rights

You have the right to:

  • Access and update your personal information through your profile
  • Delete your account and associated data
  • Withdraw consent for optional data processing (cookies, analytics, ads)
  • Request a copy of your data in a portable format
  • Object to processing of your personal information
  • Lodge a complaint with a supervisory authority

Children's Privacy

Our services are not intended for children under 13 years of age. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If we become aware that we have collected such information, we will take steps to delete it promptly.

International Users

If you are accessing our services from outside the United States, please be aware that your information may be transferred to, stored, and processed in the United States where our servers are located and where our service providers operate.

California Privacy Rights

If you are a California resident, you have specific rights under the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA):

  • Right to know what personal information we collect
  • Right to delete your personal information
  • Right to opt-out of the "sale" of personal information (we don't sell your data)
  • Right to non-discrimination for exercising your rights

Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices or legal requirements. We will notify you of any material changes by posting the new Privacy Policy on this page and updating the "Last updated" date. We encourage you to review this policy periodically.

Contact Us

If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy, our data practices, or wish to exercise your privacy rights, please contact us through:

  • Our forum or community discussions
  • The contact information provided on our website

Note: This Privacy Policy applies only to PokeInsight and our services. We are not responsible for the privacy practices of external websites (including TCGPlayer, Google, or other third parties) linked from our platform. We encourage you to review their privacy policies before providing any personal information.

Pokémon Disclaimer

Pokémon and Pokémon Trading Card Game are trademarks of Nintendo, Game Freak, and The Pokémon Company. PokeInsight is not affiliated with, endorsed by, or sponsored by these companies. All Pokémon card images and information are used for informational and educational purposes only.