Privacy Policy

AI Hardware Index operates aihardwareindex.com. This Privacy Policy explains how information is collected, used, and protected when you visit this website.

AI Hardware Index is committed to protecting your privacy and being transparent about data practices.

Information Collected

Personal Information

AI Hardware Index does not directly collect personally identifiable information such as names, email addresses, or contact details through the website.

Analytics Information

Google Analytics 4 is used to understand how visitors use this site. This service collects:

• Pages viewed and time spent on pages
• Device type, browser, and operating system
• Approximate location (city/region level, based on IP address)
• Referring website (how you found this site)
• Outbound link clicks (to vendor sites)

Important: Google Analytics has been configured to anonymize IP addresses, meaning your full IP address is never stored.

Cookies

Cookies are used for analytics purposes only. Cookies are small text files stored on your device that help track site usage.

Types of Cookies Used

• Analytics Cookies: Google Analytics cookies (_ga, _gid, _gat) track anonymous usage statistics
• Preference Cookies: Store your cookie consent choice

Not used:

• Advertising or tracking cookies
• Third-party advertising networks
• Social media tracking pixels

How Information is Used

Analytics data collected is used to:

• Understand which products and features are most useful
• Improve site performance and user experience
• Identify technical issues and bugs
• Make informed decisions about new features

Data Sharing and Third Parties

AI Hardware Index does not sell, rent, or share your data with third parties for marketing purposes.

Third-Party Services

The following third-party services are used:

• Google Analytics 4: Analytics and site usage tracking (with IP anonymization enabled)
• Netlify: Website hosting and content delivery

These services have their own privacy policies and data practices. They have been configured to minimize data collection where possible.

Your Privacy Rights

For EU Residents (GDPR)

If you are located in the European Union, you have the following rights:

• Right to Access: Request a copy of the data stored about you
• Right to Deletion: Request deletion of your data
• Right to Object: Object to data processing for specific purposes
• Right to Portability: Request your data in a machine-readable format

For California Residents (CCPA)

If you are a California resident, you have the right to:

• Know what personal information is collected and how it is used
• Request deletion of your personal information
• Opt-out of the "sale" of personal information (AI Hardware Index does not sell personal information)

Exercising Your Rights

To exercise any of these rights, contact: contact@aihardwareindex.com

How to Opt-Out of Tracking

Disable Cookies

You can disable cookies in your browser settings. Note that this may affect site functionality.

Opt-Out of Google Analytics

Install the Google Analytics Opt-out Browser Add-on to prevent Google Analytics from tracking you across all websites.

Do Not Track (DNT)

The "Do Not Track" (DNT) browser setting is respected. When DNT is enabled, Google Analytics tracking is disabled on this site.

Data Security

Security measures are implemented to protect the limited data collected:

• HTTPS encryption for all data transmission
• IP address anonymization in Google Analytics
• Secure hosting infrastructure (Netlify)
• No storage of sensitive personal information

Children's Privacy

This website is not directed at children under the age of 13. AI Hardware Index does not knowingly collect information from children. If you believe information has been inadvertently collected from a child, please contact immediately.

Changes to This Privacy Policy

This Privacy Policy may be updated from time to time. Changes will be posted on this page with an updated "Last Updated" date. Please review this policy periodically.

Contact Information

If you have questions about this Privacy Policy or data practices, contact: