Privacy Policy

Effective Date: January 1, 2026 | Last updated: March 2026

1. Information We Collect

WebHostRater ("we", "us", "our") operates webhostrater.com. We do not require visitors to register or provide personal identifying information to browse our benchmark tests.

We may automatically collect anonymous diagnostic and usage telemetry using Google Analytics 4, such as browser type, operating system, time spent on pages, and referral sources.

2. Cookies and Tracking Technologies

We use standard cookies to analyze website performance and ensure proper attribution for affiliate partnerships when you click a partner link. Third-party partners (such as Hostinger, Bluehost, SiteGround) may place cookies on your browser to credit referral commissions in accordance with their respective privacy policies.

3. Data Security & Third Parties

We never sell, rent, or trade your personal information to third-party data brokers. All data transferred between your browser and our servers is encrypted using industry-standard TLS 1.3 encryption.

4. Contact Information

For questions regarding our privacy practices, contact us at privacy@webhostrater.com.