Privacy Policy
Last updated: 1 June 2026
1. Who we are
Game Spotter is a UK-based price comparison website for video games, board games, and toys. We are the data controller for any personal information you provide to us. If you have any questions about this policy, please contact us at [email protected].
2. What data we collect
Usage data: When you visit Game Spotter we automatically collect your IP address, browser type, pages visited, and time spent on the site. This is used solely to understand how the site is used and to fix technical problems.
Account data: If you create an account (for price alerts), we collect your email address and a hashed password. We will never sell or share your email with third parties for marketing.
Cookies: We use cookies to keep you logged in and to remember your preferences. See our cookie section below.
3. How we use your data
We use your data to:
- Provide and improve the Game Spotter service
- Send price alert emails (only if you opt in)
- Prevent fraud and abuse
- Comply with legal obligations
Lawful basis: We process usage data on the basis of legitimate interests (running and improving our service). Email communications are processed on the basis of your consent, which you may withdraw at any time.
4. Affiliate links & third parties
Game Spotter earns commission when you click a retailer link and make a purchase. This is how we fund the service. When you click through to a retailer (such as Amazon, Argos, or Steam), that retailer's own privacy policy applies. We do not control what data those sites collect. Our affiliate relationships include networks such as Amazon Associates, AWIN, and direct store programmes. Prices shown are provided by those retailers and may differ from what you see on their site.
5. Cookies
We use two types of cookies:
Essential cookies
Required for the site to function. These include session authentication tokens. You cannot opt out of essential cookies while using the site.
Analytics cookies (optional)
Help us understand which pages are popular and where users encounter problems. We only set these if you consent via our cookie banner.
Under UK PECR (Privacy and Electronic Communications Regulations), we will only set non-essential cookies with your consent. You can change your cookie preferences at any time by clearing your browser storage.
6. Data retention
We keep account data for as long as your account is active. If you delete your account, your personal data is removed within 30 days. Server logs are retained for up to 90 days for security purposes.
7. Your rights under UK GDPR
You have the right to:
- Access — request a copy of the personal data we hold about you
- Rectification — ask us to correct inaccurate data
- Erasure — request deletion of your personal data ("right to be forgotten")
- Restriction — ask us to limit how we use your data
- Portability — receive your data in a machine-readable format
- Objection — object to processing based on legitimate interests
To exercise any of these rights, email [email protected]. We will respond within 30 days.
8. Complaints
If you believe we have mishandled your personal data, you have the right to complain to the Information Commissioner's Office (ICO), the UK supervisory authority for data protection. You can report a concern at ico.org.uk or call 0303 123 1113.
9. Changes to this policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Material changes will be notified by updating the date at the top of this page. Continued use of Game Spotter after changes are posted constitutes acceptance of the updated policy.