Serial Scout (“we”, “us”, or “the site”) is a search tool that helps users find serial-numbered sports card listings on eBay. This policy explains what information we collect when you visit serialscout.com, how we use it, and the choices you have.

Information we collect

Automatically collected. When you visit the site, our hosting provider records standard server information including your IP address, browser type, referring page, pages viewed, and the date and time of your visit. This information is used for security, debugging, and performance monitoring.

No account required. Browsing Serial Scout does not require accounts or sign-ups, and we do not collect personal information from visitors directly. The one exception is the optional email alerts feature described below, which applies only if you choose to give us your email address.

Analytics. We use Google Analytics 4 and Vercel Analytics to understand aggregate site traffic, popular pages, and general visitor patterns. Google Analytics sets cookies on your device to track visits across sessions; Vercel Analytics is privacy-focused and does not set cookies. We have enabled IP anonymization in Google Analytics, which truncates IP addresses before they are processed. To opt out of Google Analytics, you can install the Google Analytics Opt-out Browser Add-on or use your browser’s Do Not Track / privacy settings.

Cookies. Cookies set on serialscout.com come from Google Analytics (for the analytics purpose described above) and from our hosting provider for essential site functionality. We do not set marketing or advertising cookies of our own. Clicking through to eBay may result in additional cookies set by eBay; see the eBay section below.

Email alerts (optional)

If you create an email alert, we collect and store the email address you provide, the search criteria you choose (such as a player name, serial number, or print run), and a random token that authenticates your manage and unsubscribe links. We use this only to email you the matching listings you asked for. We do not use it for any other marketing, and we never sell or share it.

Consent and opt-out. We email you only because you explicitly requested these alerts. Every alert email contains a one-click unsubscribe link and a link to manage or delete your alerts, with no login required. Unsubscribing stops all alert email immediately. You may also contact us to have your subscriber record deleted entirely.

Processors and retention. Alert emails are delivered through Resend, our email provider, and subscriber records are stored in our own access-controlled database hosted on Amazon Web Services. We keep your alert record until you unsubscribe or ask us to delete it; unsubscribed addresses are retained only on a suppression list so that we do not email you again by mistake.

Affiliate links and third parties

Serial Scout participates in the eBay Partner Network. Links from Serial Scout to eBay listings include tracking parameters that allow eBay to attribute clicks and purchases to us. When you click one of these links, eBay may set cookies on your device and collect information about your activity on eBay according to eBay’s own privacy policy.

We do not control eBay’s practices. To learn how eBay handles your information, see eBay’s User Privacy Notice.

How we use information

We use the limited information we collect to:

• Operate, maintain, and secure the site
• Diagnose technical issues and prevent abuse
• Understand aggregate traffic patterns (e.g. which pages are popular)
• Comply with legal obligations

We do not sell visitor information.

Data retention

Server logs are retained by our hosting provider for the period defined by their standard retention (typically 30 days). We do not maintain a separate copy of visitor logs beyond that window.

Your rights

Depending on where you live (including under the EU and UK GDPR), you may have rights regarding personal information about you, including the right to access, correct, delete, or restrict its use and to withdraw consent. The only personal information we store is the email address and search criteria of alert subscribers (see “Email alerts” above). You can exercise these rights at any time using the unsubscribe or manage link in any alert email, or by contacting us at the address below, and we will respond within the time required by applicable law.

California residents: You have specific rights under the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA). Because we do not sell personal information, no opt-out mechanism is necessary.

Children under 13

Serial Scout is not directed to children under 13, and we do not knowingly collect personal information from children. If you believe a child has provided personal information, please contact us and we will delete it.

Changes to this policy

We may update this policy from time to time. The “Last updated” date at the top will reflect the most recent change. Material changes will be highlighted on the site for a reasonable period.

Contact

Questions or requests can be sent to SerialScout@gmail.com.