Popi.ai values your privacy. This policy explains what information we collect, how we use it, and your rights over your data. For information about site usage rules, see our Terms and Conditions.
Who We Are
Popi.ai (“we,” “our,” or “us”) is an independent software comparison platform that provides research-backed comparisons to help you choose software with confidence. Our website address is https://popi.ai.
Information We Collect
We collect only the information needed to operate this site:
- Analytics data: Anonymous usage information (pages visited, browser type, device, location) via Google Analytics to understand site performance and improve content.
- Contact forms and emails: Your name and email address if you choose to contact us.
- Cookies: Small files stored by your browser for analytics and site functionality.
We do not sell, rent, or share your personal data with third parties for marketing purposes.
How We Use Your Information
- To respond to your inquiries and support requests
- To improve our content and user experience
- To understand which comparisons are most useful to visitors
- To comply with legal obligations
Affiliate Links and Commissions
Popi.ai may earn commissions when you purchase software through our comparison links. This does not affect the price you pay or the information we collect about you. We do not share your personal data with vendors when you click affiliate links. Our full affiliate disclosure is available on our Methodology page.
Cookies and Analytics
We use Google Analytics to measure site traffic and understand how visitors use our comparisons. This involves:
- Anonymous identifiers stored in cookies
- IP addresses (anonymized)
- Pages visited and time spent on site
- Device type, browser, and screen size
You can disable cookies in your browser settings or opt out of Google Analytics using the Google Analytics Opt-out Browser Add-on.
Embedded Content from Other Websites
Comparison pages may include embedded videos from YouTube, images, or content from other sites. These embeds may collect data about you, use cookies, and track your interactions according to their own privacy policies (just as if you visited those sites directly).
How We Protect Your Data
- SSL encryption: All data transmitted to and from our site is encrypted
- Secure hosting: Our site is hosted on secure servers
- Limited access: Only authorized team members can access administrative tools
- Data retention: Contact information is retained only as long as needed to respond to inquiries
Your Rights
Depending on your location (especially if you’re in the EU, UK, or California), you have the right to:
- Access: Request a copy of the data we hold about you
- Correction: Ask us to correct inaccurate data
- Deletion: Request deletion of your personal data
- Portability: Receive your data in a machine-readable format
- Objection: Object to processing of your data
To exercise these rights, contact us at hello@popi.ai. We will respond within 30 days.
Data Retention
We retain:
- Contact form submissions: Until your inquiry is resolved, then deleted
- Analytics data: Anonymized and retained for up to 26 months (Google Analytics default)
- Email correspondence: As long as necessary to provide support
Third-Party Services
We use the following third-party services that may collect data:
- Google Analytics: Website analytics (Privacy Policy)
- WordPress.com (Automattic): Website hosting and infrastructure (Privacy Policy)
Children’s Privacy
Popi.ai is not intended for users under 16 years of age. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children. If you believe we have inadvertently collected data from a child, contact us immediately.
International Data Transfers
Your data may be transferred to and stored on servers located outside your country. We ensure appropriate safeguards are in place to protect your data in accordance with this privacy policy.
Updates to This Policy
We may update this policy periodically to reflect changes in our practices or legal requirements. Material changes will be announced on this page.
Contact Us
For questions about this privacy policy or your data, contact:
We respond to all inquiries within 48 hours.