Privacy Policy
“Accuracy isn’t optional — it’s built into PriceScout.”
At PriceScout, we respect your privacy and are committed to protecting your personal information under the Protection of Personal Information Act (POPIA).
Policy Contents
1. Information We Collect
We collect information to provide and improve our price comparison services, including:
- Identity Data: Name and email address used for account creation.
- Location Data: GPS coordinates to show you the best prices in your immediate area.
- Contribution History: Logs of prices submitted and community votes received.
2. How We Use Your Information
Your data allows us to maintain a live, honest ecosystem:
- Verifying the proximity of contributors to the stores they report on.
- Sending push notifications when a price you track drops.
- Analyzing accuracy patterns to maintain platform integrity.
3. Community Accountability & Accuracy
Smart Accuracy System
To protect the community, we track the accuracy of user-submitted data. If your submissions are consistently voted "No" by other users, our system may flag your account for manual review or automatic suspension to prevent the spread of misleading information.
4. Data Sharing
We do not sell your personal data. We only share anonymized, aggregated price trends with partners. Personal identifiers are never shared with third parties for marketing purposes without your explicit consent.
5. Your Rights (POPIA)
In accordance with South African law, you have the right to:
- Request access to the personal information we hold about you.
- Request the correction or deletion of your personal data.
- Object to the processing of your data for specific purposes.
6. Contact Us
Questions regarding your data? Reach out to our Privacy Officer at Contact us Today
Last updated: February 26, 2026