1) What information we collect
We do not require accounts, logins, or purchases. However, like most websites, some information may be processed when you access the site:
- Basic technical data (e.g., IP address, device/browser type, pages visited, timestamps) which may appear in server logs for operation and security.
- Query parameters (for example
?country=US) used to display content based on your selection. - Network requests to third parties that your browser makes to load features (e.g., map libraries or pricing/country APIs). Those providers may receive your IP address and user-agent as part of standard internet communication.
GoldHandler does not ask for sensitive personal information (such as government IDs or payment card details) through this website.
2) How we use information
We use information only to:
- Serve the website content and features (country browsing, dealer listings, spot price widgets).
- Maintain reliability and prevent abuse (e.g., rate limiting, debugging, security monitoring).
- Measure and improve performance (only if analytics are enabled now or in the future—see Cookies & Advertising sections).
4) Third-party services we may use
Some features rely on third-party services and public APIs. When your browser connects to these services, they may process technical data (like IP address and device information) to deliver their content.
- CDN / JavaScript libraries (e.g., loading map libraries from a CDN such as
cdn.jsdelivr.net). - Country data API (e.g., Rest Countries API) to populate the worldwide country list.
- Gold spot price API (e.g., Gold price API provider) to show live spot price.
- FX conversion API (e.g., Frankfurter) to display USD→EUR conversion.
GoldHandler also includes links to third-party dealer websites. When you click a dealer link, you leave GoldHandler and their privacy policy applies.
5) Advertising (Google Ads / AdSense readiness)
GoldHandler may display advertising in the future (for example via Google AdSense or similar partners). If advertising is enabled:
- Ad partners may use cookies or similar technologies to show ads, measure performance, and limit repetition.
- Depending on your location, you may be offered choices about personalized vs. non-personalized ads.
- We may show a consent banner (where required) to request your permission for analytics and/or personalized advertising.
If you add Google AdSense: ensure you implement a compliant consent flow (especially for EEA/UK/Switzerland) and keep the list of vendors/purposes up to date in your consent platform.
6) Your privacy rights
Depending on your location (including the EEA), you may have rights such as:
- Request access to personal data and receive a copy.
- Request correction or deletion of personal data.
- Object to or restrict certain processing.
- Data portability (where applicable).
- Withdraw consent (where processing is based on consent).
- Lodge a complaint with your local data protection authority.
Because GoldHandler does not run user accounts by default, we typically only have limited technical data (e.g., logs) unless you voluntarily provide information (like sending us an email).
7) Data retention
We retain information only as long as necessary for the purposes described in this policy (for example: security, troubleshooting, and maintaining service reliability). Server logs, if collected, are generally kept for a limited period and then deleted or anonymized.
8) Security
We use reasonable technical and organizational measures to protect the website and reduce risks (such as unauthorized access or misuse). No method of transmission or storage is 100% secure, so we cannot guarantee absolute security.
9) Changes to this policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time (for example if we add analytics, advertising, or new features). The “Last updated” date at the top shows when changes were last made.
10) Contact
Questions about privacy? Contact us using the email address published on GoldHandler.com.
11) Disclaimer
GoldHandler.com is an informational directory. We do not provide financial, investment, tax, or legal advice. Spot prices are displayed for informational purposes and may differ from dealer buy/sell prices due to premiums, spreads, taxes, and fees.