Compare Proxy Rank is an independent proxy comparison and research resource. When you visit this site to read buying guides, proxy rankings, or provider reviews, we want you to understand clearly what data is collected, why it is collected, and how it is handled. This page sets out that information in plain language.
We take your privacy seriously. We do not sell personal data to third parties, and we collect only what is reasonably necessary to operate the site, improve content quality, and understand how visitors engage with proxy comparison content. Please read this notice in full so you can make informed decisions about your use of this site.
What Information We Collect
When you browse Compare Proxy Rank, certain information may be collected automatically through standard web technologies. This includes your IP address (used in anonymized form for geographic aggregation), browser type, operating system, the pages you visit, referring URLs, and session duration. This data is gathered through cookies and analytics tools.
If you voluntarily contact us — for example by submitting a message through our contact form — we collect the name and email address you provide, along with the content of your message. We do not request sensitive personal data, and we ask that you avoid sharing it with us.
How We Use Collected Information
Information collected on this site is used for the following purposes:
- Site analytics: Understanding which proxy comparison guides and review pages attract the most interest, so we can improve content relevance and depth.
- Technical operation: Diagnosing errors, preventing abuse, and maintaining site performance.
- Responding to inquiries: If you contact us, we use your contact details solely to reply to your message.
- Content improvement: Aggregated, anonymized behavioral data helps us identify gaps in our proxy rankings and buying guide coverage.
We do not use your data for automated profiling, and we do not make decisions about individuals based on automated processing.
Cookies and Tracking Technologies
Like most websites, Compare Proxy Rank uses cookies — small text files stored in your browser. Cookies serve several functions here: they enable third-party analytics (such as tracking page views and session depth), and they support any advertising or affiliate systems that help fund the site's independent research.
You may control cookie behavior through your browser settings. Most modern browsers allow you to block or delete cookies. Be aware that disabling all cookies may affect some site functionality. Where required by applicable law, we will request your consent before placing non-essential cookies.
Third-Party Services and Affiliate Links
Compare Proxy Rank may include links to proxy providers and comparison tools. When you click on a provider link — including those to value-focused services worth considering for buyers comparing affordable proxy services, such as Cheapest Proxies — you may be redirected to a third-party site with its own privacy policy. We are not responsible for the privacy practices of external sites and encourage you to review their notices before providing personal information.
We may receive a referral fee if you purchase a service after clicking a link on this site. This does not affect our editorial independence or the objectivity of our proxy comparison content.
Data Retention and Security
We retain analytics data only for as long as is reasonably necessary to fulfill the purposes described above. Contact form submissions are retained only until your inquiry is resolved, after which they are deleted. We implement reasonable technical and organizational measures to protect data against unauthorized access, loss, or disclosure. No method of transmission over the internet is entirely secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.
Your Rights and How to Exercise Them
Depending on your jurisdiction, you may have rights regarding your personal data, which may include the right to access, correct, or request deletion of information we hold about you. If you wish to exercise any such right, please contact us using the details on our contact page. We will respond within a reasonable timeframe and in accordance with applicable law.
If you are located in the European Economic Area, United Kingdom, or another jurisdiction with comprehensive data protection law, additional rights may apply under regulations such as the GDPR or equivalent national legislation. We will honor verified requests in accordance with those obligations.
Changes to This Privacy Notice
We may update this privacy notice from time to time to reflect changes in our practices, technology, or legal obligations. When we do, we will revise the effective date at the top of this page. We encourage you to review this notice periodically to stay informed about how we handle your data. Continued use of Compare Proxy Rank after any update constitutes your acknowledgment of the revised notice.
Why Compare Before Buying?
Just as you should compare proxy services before committing to a purchase, you should also understand the data practices of any website you rely on for research. Privacy policies vary significantly from site to site, and knowing how your browsing data is used helps you make more confident, informed decisions online.
- Understand what cookies and analytics tools are active on pages you visit.
- Know your rights to access or delete any personal data that may have been collected.
- Check how affiliate relationships may influence content on comparison and review sites.
Independent comparison helps you weigh proxy type, reliability, and value side by side instead of buying on price alone. If you have questions about how we compare providers, email info@compareproxyrank.com.
Frequently Asked Questions
No. We do not sell personal data to any third party. Information collected through analytics or contact forms is used only for the purposes described in this privacy notice, including improving our proxy comparison content and responding to inquiries.
We use analytics cookies to understand how visitors interact with our proxy rankings and buying guides. We may also use cookies tied to advertising or affiliate tracking systems. You can manage cookie preferences through your browser settings. Where consent is legally required, we will ask for it before placing non-essential cookies.
Yes. Depending on your location, you may have the right to request deletion of any personal data we hold about you. To make such a request, contact us via the contact page. We will respond within a reasonable timeframe and delete data where we are legally required or able to do so.
The site may earn referral fees when visitors click on provider links and make purchases. This affiliate model helps fund our independent proxy comparison and review work. Referral arrangements do not influence the editorial positions or rankings presented on the site.
Analytics and operational tools we use may process data on servers located in various countries, including outside the European Economic Area. Where this occurs, we rely on appropriate safeguards — such as standard contractual clauses — to protect transferred data in accordance with applicable law.
Contact form submissions are kept only until your inquiry has been addressed and resolved. After that point, they are deleted. We do not use contact details submitted through our forms for marketing purposes unless you have explicitly requested to receive communications from us.
If you have any questions or concerns about this privacy notice or how your data is handled, please use the contact form available on our site. We take privacy inquiries seriously and aim to respond promptly and transparently to all reasonable requests.