Last updated: 11th January 2026

MarketSnooper (“we”, “us”, “our”) is committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, store and protect your personal data when you use the MarketSnooper website and services.

1. Who We Are

MarketSnooper provides an automated alert service that monitors third-party online marketplaces and notifies users when listings matching their criteria appear.

For the purposes of UK data protection law, MarketSnooper is the data controller.

2. What Data We Collect

We may collect and process the following information:

Information you provide

• Name

• Email address

• Phone number

• Billing details (processed securely by third-party payment providers)

• Search criteria and preferences

Information collected automatically

• IP address

• Browser type and device information

• Usage data relating to how you interact with the website and service

3. How We Use Your Data

We use your data to:

• Provide and operate the MarketSnooper service

• Set up and deliver alerts

• Manage subscriptions and payments

• Communicate with you about your account or service updates

• Improve and optimise our website and systems

• Comply with legal obligations

We do not sell your personal data to third parties.

4. Lawful Basis for Processing

We process your personal data under the following lawful bases:

• Contractual necessity – to deliver the service you have subscribed to

• Legitimate interests – to improve and secure our service

• Legal obligations – where required by law

• Consent – where you have explicitly provided it (e.g. marketing emails)

5. Marketing Communications

We may send you service-related emails and, where permitted, marketing communications.

You can opt out of marketing emails at any time by using the unsubscribe link or contacting us directly.

6. Sharing Your Data

We may share your data with trusted third parties who help us operate the service, including:

• Payment processors

• Hosting and infrastructure providers

• Communication and notification services

These providers only process data on our instructions and are required to keep it secure.

7. Third-Party Websites

MarketSnooper monitors third-party marketplace websites but does not control them.

We are not responsible for the privacy practices or content of external websites. You should review their privacy policies separately.

8. Data Security

We take appropriate technical and organisational measures to protect your personal data against:

• Unauthorised access

• Loss or misuse

• Alteration or disclosure

However, no system is completely secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.

9. Data Retention

We retain personal data only for as long as necessary:

• To provide the service

• To comply with legal and accounting requirements

• To resolve disputes

When data is no longer required, it is securely deleted or anonymised.

10. Your Rights

Under UK GDPR, you have the right to:

• Access your personal data

• Request correction of inaccurate data

• Request deletion of your data

• Object to or restrict processing

• Request data portability

• Withdraw consent at any time

To exercise your rights, please contact us using the details on our website.

11. Cookies

MarketSnooper uses cookies to:

• Improve website functionality

• Analyse traffic and usage

• Enhance user experience

You can manage cookie preferences through your browser settings. For more details, please see our Cookie Policy (if applicable).

12. International Data Transfers

Where data is transferred outside the UK, we ensure appropriate safeguards are in place in accordance with UK data protection law.

13. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Any changes will be posted on this page, and continued use of the service constitutes acceptance of the updated policy.

14. Contact Us

If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy or how we handle your data, please contact us via the details provided on the MarketSnooper website.