Last updated: April 20, 2026
This Privacy Policy describes how eSignCompare ("we", "us", or "our") collects, uses, and shares information when you visit esigncompare.com (the "Site"). We are an independent editorial publisher that reviews electronic signature software. We do not sell user data and we do not require accounts.
1. Information We Collect
Information you provide. If you contact us by email at contact@esigncompare.com, we receive your email address and the contents of your message.
Information collected automatically. When you visit the Site, our hosting provider and analytics tools automatically log standard request data including your IP address (anonymized where possible), browser type and version, operating system, referring URL, pages visited, time and date of visit, and time spent on pages.
Information we do not collect. We do not require you to register an account, we do not collect payment information, and we do not knowingly collect data from children under 16.
2. How We Use Your Data
We use the information we collect to operate, maintain, and improve the Site; measure aggregate traffic and understand which content is useful to readers; detect, prevent, and address technical issues, fraud, or abuse; and comply with applicable legal obligations. The legal bases for processing under the GDPR are our legitimate interest in operating an editorial website and, where applicable, your consent (which you can withdraw at any time).
3. Cookies and Similar Technologies
We use cookies and similar technologies for the following purposes:
- Essential cookies — required for the Site to function (e.g. remembering your locale preference). These cannot be disabled.
- Analytics cookies — set by Google Analytics (cookies named
_ga,_ga_*,_gid) to count visits and traffic sources so we can improve the Site. - Advertising cookies — set by Google AdSense and its partners to deliver advertising and measure its effectiveness.
You can control or disable cookies through your browser settings. Disabling cookies may affect Site functionality. EU and UK visitors will see a consent banner where required by law.
4. Google Analytics
We use Google Analytics, provided by Google LLC, to understand how the Site is used. Google Analytics collects information about your interaction with the Site through cookies and similar technologies. The data is used to compile reports and improve the Site. You can opt out by installing the Google Analytics Opt-out Browser Add-on. Google Analytics retains user-level and event-level data for up to 26 months.
5. Google AdSense and Third-Party Advertising
Third-party vendors, including Google, use cookies to serve ads based on a user's prior visits to this website or other websites. Google's use of advertising cookies enables it and its partners to serve ads to our users based on their visits to our sites and/or other sites on the Internet. You may opt out of personalized advertising by visiting Google Ads Settings. You can also opt out of a third-party vendor's use of cookies for personalized advertising by visiting www.aboutads.info.
6. Affiliate Programs
We participate in affiliate programs operated by the eSignature platforms we review. When you click an affiliate link and complete a qualifying action (such as signing up for a paid plan), we may receive a commission. Affiliate networks may set cookies to track referrals. This never influences our editorial scores or recommendations. See our Affiliate Disclosure for full details.
7. Data Retention
Server access logs are retained for up to 30 days for security and abuse prevention. Aggregated analytics data is retained for up to 26 months. Email correspondence is retained for as long as needed to respond to your inquiry, and then archived or deleted within 24 months.
8. International Data Transfers
Some third-party services we use (including Google Analytics and Google AdSense) may transfer data outside your country. Where required, these transfers rely on Standard Contractual Clauses or other lawful transfer mechanisms.
9. Your Rights
If you are located in the European Economic Area, the United Kingdom, or another jurisdiction with similar laws, you have the right to:
- Access the personal data we hold about you;
- Request rectification of inaccurate data;
- Request erasure of your data ("right to be forgotten");
- Restrict or object to certain processing;
- Request data portability;
- Withdraw consent where processing is based on consent;
- Lodge a complaint with your local supervisory authority.
To exercise any of these rights, contact us at contact@esigncompare.com. We will respond within 30 days.
10. Children's Privacy
The Site is not directed at children under 16. 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.
11. Third-Party Links
The Site contains links to third-party websites and services. We are not responsible for the privacy practices of those third parties. We encourage you to read their privacy policies before providing them with any personal information.
12. Changes to This Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy periodically. The "Last updated" date at the top of this page reflects the most recent revision. Material changes will be communicated through a banner on the Site for at least 14 days.
13. Contact
If you have questions or requests regarding this Privacy Policy or your personal data, please contact us at contact@esigncompare.com.