Our Commitment to Your Privacy
Polymarket.guide ("we," "our," or "the Site") operates as an independent educational resource and review platform. We are committed to transparency about how we collect, use, and protect your information. This Privacy Policy explains our data practices in clear, straightforward language.
Important: We are an independent review website and are not affiliated with, endorsed by, or operated by Polymarket.com or any of its parent companies, subsidiaries, or affiliated entities.
1. Information We Collect
We believe in collecting only the data necessary to provide you with a quality experience.
1.1 Information You Provide Directly
When you interact with our contact forms, newsletter subscriptions, or feedback tools, we may collect:
- Email address
- Name (if voluntarily provided)
- Message content and feedback
- Correspondence records
We never ask for or collect: passwords, financial information, payment card details, identification documents, social security numbers, or sensitive personal data.
1.2 Automatically Collected Information
When you visit our website, we automatically collect certain technical data through cookies and similar technologies:
- Device Information: Browser type, operating system, device type (mobile/desktop), screen resolution
- Usage Data: Pages visited, time spent on pages, click patterns, referral sources, exit pages
- Location Data: General geographic location based on IP address (country/city level only, not precise location)
- Technical Identifiers: IP address, cookie identifiers, session data
1.3 Third-Party Analytics Data
We use Google Analytics and similar services to understand how visitors use our site. These tools collect:
- Traffic sources and campaign performance
- Page views and session duration
- Bounce rates and conversion metrics
- Demographic insights (age range, interests, gender - provided by Google)
2. How We Use Your Information
We use collected data exclusively for the following purposes:
- Site Improvement: Analyzing traffic patterns to enhance navigation, content quality, and user experience
- Content Optimization: Understanding which topics interest our audience to create more relevant educational content
- Communication: Responding to inquiries, sending newsletters (only with your consent), and providing requested information
- Performance Monitoring: Identifying technical issues, optimizing page load speeds, and improving site functionality
- SEO and Marketing: Understanding how users discover our content and optimizing discoverability
- Legal Compliance: Fulfilling obligations under applicable data protection laws and responding to legal requests
- Fraud Prevention: Detecting and preventing malicious activity, spam, and abuse
We will never sell, rent, or trade your personal information to third parties for their marketing purposes.
3. Cookies and Tracking Technologies
3.1 What Are Cookies?
Cookies are small text files stored on your device that help websites remember your preferences and understand usage patterns.
3.2 Types of Cookies We Use
| Cookie Type | Purpose | Duration | Can Be Disabled? |
|---|---|---|---|
| Essential Cookies | Enable basic site functionality and security | Session | No (required) |
| Analytics Cookies | Google Analytics tracking for traffic analysis | Up to 24 months | Yes |
| Preference Cookies | Remember language/display settings | 12 months | Yes |
| Affiliate Cookies | Commission attribution for affiliate links | 30-90 days | Yes |
3.3 Managing Cookies
You can control cookies through your browser settings. Most browsers allow you to view and delete cookies, block all cookies or third-party cookies, and receive notifications when cookies are set.
Note: Disabling cookies may impact site functionality. You can opt out of Google Analytics by installing the Google Analytics Opt-out Browser Add-on.
4. Affiliate Relationships and Sponsored Content
4.1 Affiliate Disclosure
This website participates in affiliate marketing programs. When you click on certain links to third-party platforms (including Polymarket.com and other prediction market platforms), we may earn a commission if you create an account or engage in transactions.
- Affiliate commissions never affect the price you pay
- We only recommend platforms we have researched and evaluated
- Our editorial content reflects honest analysis and opinions
- Commission rates do not influence our rankings or reviews
4.2 Independence Statement
We maintain full editorial independence. Our reviews, comparisons, and recommendations are based on research, platform features, user feedback, and objective criteria—not commission rates.
5. Third-Party Services and Data Sharing
5.1 Service Providers We Use
We work with trusted third-party services that may process your data on our behalf:
- Google Analytics (USA-based, GDPR-compliant)
- CDN providers such as Cloudflare
- Email service providers for newsletters/contact forms (if applicable)
- Hosting provider for website hosting and server management
These providers operate under data processing agreements and are prohibited from using your data for their own purposes.
5.2 When We Share Information
We may share aggregated, non-personally identifiable data with partners or in public reports. We only share personal information in limited circumstances:
- With your explicit consent
- To comply with legal obligations
- To protect our rights, prevent fraud, or address security issues
- In connection with a merger, acquisition, or asset sale (users will be notified)
We never sell personal data to third parties or allow third parties to collect it on our site for their own advertising or marketing.
6. International Data Transfers
Our website may be hosted in various countries. If you access our site from outside the United States, your information may be transferred to, stored, and processed in countries with different data protection laws than your country of residence.
We ensure appropriate safeguards for international transfers, including GDPR-compliant providers, standard contractual clauses, and adherence to recognized frameworks where applicable.
7. Data Security
7.1 Security Measures
We implement industry-standard safeguards:
- Technical: HTTPS (TLS 1.3), security audits, firewalls/IDS, regular updates
- Administrative: Limited access, staff training, incident response procedures
7.2 Data Breach Notification
If a data breach affecting your personal information occurs, we will notify affected users within 72 hours and post a notice on our website, as required by law.
8. Data Retention
- Analytics data: Up to 24 months
- Contact form submissions: Up to 36 months or until deletion is requested
- Newsletter subscriptions: Until you unsubscribe
- Server logs: Up to 90 days
After retention periods, data is securely deleted or anonymized.
9. Your Privacy Rights
9.1 Rights Under GDPR (EU/EEA)
- Access, Rectification, Erasure
- Restriction, Portability, Objection
- Withdraw Consent
9.2 Rights Under CCPA (California)
- Right to Know, Delete, Opt-Out (we do not sell data)
- Right to Non-Discrimination
9.3 Other Jurisdictions
If you're in Canada (PIPEDA), Brazil (LGPD), or other regions with privacy laws, you may have similar rights.
9.4 How to Exercise Your Rights
Email: [email protected] — Subject: "Privacy Rights Request - [Your Request Type]". We respond to verified requests within 30 days and may request limited verification information.
10. Children's Privacy
Our website is not intended for children under 13 (or under 16 in the EEA). We do not knowingly collect personal information from children. If you believe a child provided information, contact us and we will delete it.
11. Do Not Track Signals
There is no industry standard for DNT signals; we do not currently respond to them. We limit tracking to essential analytics described in this policy.
12. California Shine the Light Law
We do not share personal information with third parties for their direct marketing purposes.
13. Changes to This Privacy Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy periodically to reflect changes in practices, technology, or legal requirements.
- Updated "Last Updated" date at the top of this page
- Email notification for material changes (if subscribed)
- Banner notification for significant changes
Continued use of the website after changes constitutes acceptance of the updated policy.
14. Contact Us
If you have questions, concerns, or requests regarding this Privacy Policy or our data practices, contact us:
- Email: [email protected] (response within 3–5 business days)
- General inquiries: [email protected]
15. Supervisory Authority
If you're in the EU/EEA and believe we haven't adequately addressed your concerns, you may lodge a complaint with your local data protection authority.