Effective Date: 14/06/2025
At OctopusRates.com, your privacy is important to us. This Privacy Policy explains what information we collect, how we use it, and your rights under applicable data protection laws (including GDPR).
1. Who We Are
OctopusRates.com is an independent website providing information on Octopus Energy tariffs, including Agile daily rates, regional pricing data, and energy-saving resources. We are not affiliated with Octopus Energy Ltd.
2. Information We Collect
We may collect and process the following types of information:
- Personal Data (only if you provide it):
- Name and email address (e.g. via contact forms or comments)
- Referral data if you sign up through our Octopus referral links
- Non-Personal Data (automatically collected):
- IP address
- Browser type and version
- Device type and operating system
- Pages visited, time spent on site, and referral source
- Cookie and analytics data
3. How We Use Your Information
We may use your data to:
- Improve website performance and user experience
- Respond to inquiries or messages you send us
- Track and optimize referral links
- Analyze site traffic (using tools like Google Analytics)
- Comply with legal obligations
We do not sell, rent, or trade your personal information.
4. Cookies & Tracking
We use cookies to:
- Store your preferences
- Analyze site traffic via Google Analytics
- Track referral clicks
You can control cookie preferences via your browser settings. By continuing to use our site, you consent to our use of cookies.
5. Third-Party Services
We may use or link to third-party services (e.g. Octopus Energy referral program, analytics providers). These services may collect data under their own privacy policies, which we encourage you to review:
6. Embedded Content
Articles on this site may include embedded content (e.g. YouTube videos, charts, tweets). Embedded content behaves in the same way as if you visited the third-party site directly and may collect data accordingly.
7. Your Rights (GDPR)
You have the right to:
- Access the data we hold about you
- Request correction or deletion of your data
- Object to certain processing
- Withdraw consent (where applicable)
- Lodge a complaint with a data protection authority
To exercise your rights, contact us at: [your@email.com]
8. Data Security
We take appropriate security measures to protect your data. However, no online service can guarantee 100% security.
9. Changes to This Policy
We may update this policy from time to time. The latest version will always be posted on this page with the effective date.
10. Contact
If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy or your data, please contact us at:
Email: [your@email.com]
Site Owner: [Your Name or Business Name]
Website: https://octopusrates.com