Privacy Policy
Last Updated: April 15, 2026
At MedCompare, we take your privacy seriously. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you use our website at medcompare.co. Please read this carefully.
Information We Collect
We collect information you voluntarily provide and information collected automatically when you use our site:
- Usage data and website analytics (pages visited, time on site, referral source)
- Device and browser information (browser type, operating system, screen resolution)
- IP address and approximate geographic location
- Email address if you contact us directly
- Cookie and tracking data as described below
Cookies and Tracking Technologies
We use cookies and similar tracking technologies to improve your experience and serve relevant advertising. Cookies are small data files stored on your device. We use the following types:
- Essential cookies — required for the site to function (e.g. your cookie consent preference stored in localStorage)
- Analytics cookies — help us understand how visitors interact with the site
- Affiliate cookies — used by affiliate partners to track referrals when you click an affiliate link or banner
You can accept or decline non-essential cookies using the banner shown on your first visit. You can change your preference at any time by clearing your browser's localStorage for this site.
Affiliate Links and Banners
This site displays affiliate banners and may contain affiliate links. When you click on an affiliate link or banner and make a purchase, we may earn a commission at no additional cost to you. This helps support the operation of MedCompare.
Affiliate partners may place cookies on your device to track referrals. These cookies are set by the affiliate partner's website, not by MedCompare. We do not control the data collected by affiliate partners. Please refer to the respective affiliate partner's privacy policy for details on their data practices.
Affiliate relationships do not influence the hospital pricing data displayed on this site. All pricing data is sourced directly from publicly available hospital standard charge files.
How We Use Your Information
- Provide and maintain our service
- Respond to your inquiries and provide support
- Improve our website and user experience
- Analyze usage patterns and trends
- Display relevant affiliate offers
- Comply with legal obligations
Third-Party Services
Our website uses the following third-party services which may collect data independently under their own privacy policies:
- Affiliate partners — may set cookies when you click affiliate links or banners to track referrals
- Tailwind CSS CDN — stylesheet delivery
- Your web host may log standard server access logs (IP address, request timestamps)
Data Retention
We retain analytics and usage data for up to 26 months. Cookie consent preferences are stored in your browser's localStorage and persist until you clear them. We do not sell your personal data to third parties.
Your Rights
Depending on your location, you may have the following rights regarding your personal information:
- Right to access the personal data we hold about you
- Right to correct inaccurate information
- Right to request deletion of your information
- Right to opt out of affiliate tracking by disabling third-party cookies in your browser
- Right to withdraw cookie consent at any time
California residents may have additional rights under the CCPA. EU/EEA residents may have rights under GDPR. To exercise any of these rights, contact us at the email below.
Children's Privacy
MedCompare is not directed at children under 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children. If you believe a child has provided us with personal data, please contact us and we will delete it promptly.
Data Security
We implement appropriate technical and organizational security measures to protect your information. However, no internet transmission is 100% secure. We encourage you to use caution when sharing information online.
Changes to This Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Changes will be posted on this page with an updated "Last Updated" date. Continued use of the site after changes constitutes acceptance of the updated policy.
Contact Us
If you have questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy or wish to exercise your data rights, please contact us at info@medcompare.co.