Privacy Policy

Effective Date: September 2, 2026

At CollectPoke.com, your privacy matters. This Privacy Policy explains what information we collect, how we use it, and what rights you have regarding your personal data.

This Privacy Policy is provided to explain how personal data and related technologies are handled on CollectPoke. Cookie consent choices are managed separately through the CookieYes consent controls.

1. Information We Collect

We collect only the minimum information necessary to operate our educational TCG content service.

1.1 Information You Provide Voluntarily

Contact Inquiries If you contact us via email at hello@collectpoke.com, we receive your email address and any information you choose to include in your message. This information is used solely to respond to your inquiry and is not retained longer than necessary.

Article Comments We use Giscus, a comments system powered by GitHub Discussions. When you leave a comment on an article, your comment content and GitHub username (if you are logged into GitHub) are stored by GitHub, not by us. Review GitHub's Privacy Policy for more information.

1.2 Information Collected Automatically

Analytics Data

Where you have provided the required consent, we use Google Analytics to understand how visitors interact with CollectPoke. Depending on your consent choices and the configuration of the service, analytics information may include:

• Pages visited
• Approximate geographic location
• Referring website or source
• Device type
• Browser and operating system information
• Interaction and usage information

We use this information to understand Website usage, identify technical issues, and improve CollectPoke.

Server Logs Our hosting provider, Vercel, may collect standard server logs including IP addresses, browser types, ISP, referring/exit pages, and date/time stamps. This data is used for security monitoring, performance optimization, and troubleshooting. Server logs are automatically deleted after a limited retention period.

1.3 Cookies and Similar Technologies

We use cookies for the following purposes:

Third-Party Cookies and Affiliate Tracking

Third party services such as Google Analytics and eBay Partner Network may use cookies, scripts, identifiers, or similar technologies where the relevant consent has been provided.

CollectPoke participates in the eBay Partner Network. Some links to eBay are affiliate links. If you follow one of these links and complete a qualifying transaction, CollectPoke may receive a commission at no additional cost to you.

eBay Partner Network may use tracking technology to attribute qualifying clicks and transactions to CollectPoke.

Where consent is required, eBay Partner Network tracking is associated with the Advertisement cookie category and is enabled only after the applicable consent has been provided.

Managing Cookies

You can accept, reject, or customize nonessential cookie categories through the CookieYes consent banner.

You can change or withdraw your choices later using the cookie settings control available on the Website.

You may also restrict cookies through your browser settings. Blocking some technologies may affect optional Website functionality.

2. How We Use Your Information

We use the information we collect for specific, limited purposes.

2.1 Analytics Data

Analytics data helps us:

• Understand which TCG content resonates most with our readers
• Identify and fix technical issues
• Optimize site performance

Analytics data is aggregated and anonymized. We cannot identify individual users.

2.2 Legal Compliance

We may disclose your information if required to do so by law, court order, subpoena, or government regulation.

3. Third-Party Services

We rely on trusted third-party services to operate CollectPoke.

We encourage you to review the privacy policies of these third-party services.

4. Data Retention

We retain personal information only for as long as reasonably necessary for the purposes described in this Privacy Policy and as required by applicable law.

4.1 Analytics Data

Analytics information is retained according to our current Google Analytics configuration and applicable consent settings.

4.2 Server and Technical Data

Vercel and other infrastructure providers may retain technical information according to their security, operational, and legal retention requirements.

4.3 Contact Inquiries

Emails sent to hello@collectpoke.com are retained only for as long as reasonably necessary to respond to and manage the inquiry.

4.4 Affiliate Reporting

Affiliate attribution and reporting information may be retained according to eBay Partner Network policies and legitimate accounting and reporting requirements.

5. Your Privacy Rights

5.1 Rights for Users in the European Economic Area (GDPR)

If you are located in the EEA, you have the following rights:

• Right to Access
• Right to Rectification
• Right to Erasure ("Right to be Forgotten")
• Right to Restrict Processing
• Right to Data Portability
• Right to Object
• Right to Withdraw Consent

To exercise any GDPR right, email us at hello@collectpoke.com with "GDPR Request" in the subject line.

You may also have the right to lodge a complaint with the competent data protection supervisory authority.

5.2 Rights for California Residents (CCPA/CPRA)

If you are a California resident, you have the following rights:

• Right to Know
• Right to Delete
• Right to Opt-Out of Sale (we do not sell personal information)
• Right to Correct
• Right to Non-Discrimination

To exercise any CCPA/CPRA right, email us at hello@collectpoke.com with "CCPA Request" in the subject line.

5.3 Rights for All Users

Regardless of your location, you always have the right to:

• Disable cookies through your browser settings
• Contact us with privacy questions or concerns

6. Children's Privacy

CollectPoke is a general audience informational Website and does not knowingly request personal information directly from children.

If you are a parent or guardian and believe a child has provided personal information directly to CollectPoke, please contact us.

7. Data Security

We implement reasonable administrative, technical, and physical safeguards to protect your personal information.

Security Measures Include:

• HTTPS encryption for all data transmission
• Secure third-party providers with industry-standard security practices
• Limited access controls
• Regular software updates and security patches

Limitations No method of transmission over the Internet is 100% secure. We cannot guarantee absolute security.

Breach Notification

Where required by applicable data protection law, we will notify the competent supervisory authority of a personal data breach within the legally required period. Where a breach is likely to result in a high risk to the rights and freedoms of affected individuals, we will also inform those individuals without undue delay where required by law.

8. International Data Transfers

CollectPoke is operated from Germany.

Some service providers used by CollectPoke operate internationally and may process information outside Germany or the European Economic Area.

Where required by applicable data protection law, international transfers are subject to appropriate safeguards provided by the relevant service provider or other legally recognized transfer mechanisms.

9. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy periodically. The "Effective Date" at the top of this page will be updated. Your continued use of CollectPoke after any changes constitutes acceptance of the updated Privacy Policy.

10. Contact Information

For questions, concerns, or requests regarding this Privacy Policy:

Email: hello@collectpoke.com
Response Time: We aim to respond within 48 hours.

11. Disclaimers

11.1 Educational Content Only

The information provided on CollectPoke is for general informational and educational purposes only. Nothing on this website constitutes professional financial advice, investment advice, trading advice, tax advice, or legal advice.

11.2 TCG Content

All TCG strategy guides, deck lists, card reviews, and collecting tips are for educational purposes only. Card values and market prices mentioned are estimates and may not reflect current market conditions.

11.3 No Guarantees

We make no guarantees regarding trading card values, tournament results, or collection outcomes. Card games involve elements of chance and strategy.

11.4 Content Accuracy

TCG content, card values, and strategy guides may contain errors or become outdated as new sets are released. We cannot guarantee that all information on CollectPoke is accurate, complete, or up to date at all times.

11.5 Third-Party Platforms

When you use external platforms, marketplaces, or tools mentioned on CollectPoke, you are subject to their respective Terms of Service and Privacy Policies. We are not responsible for your interactions with third-party platforms.

12. Governing Law

CollectPoke is operated from Germany and processes personal data in accordance with applicable data protection requirements, including the GDPR where applicable.

13. Your Choices

You can use CollectPoke without accepting optional Analytics or Advertisement cookie categories.

Where consent is required, nonessential tracking technologies are activated only according to your consent choices.

You may change or withdraw your consent at any time through the cookie settings available on the Website.

This Privacy Policy was last reviewed and updated on September 2, 2026.