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Privacy Policy

Last updated: January 2026

What Information We Collect

When you use CarSnoop, we collect:

• VINs you search: To generate vehicle reports and improve our service.
• IP address: For rate limiting and abuse prevention.
• Browser information: Basic analytics to understand how people use our site.
• Email address: Only if you create an account or sign up for notifications.

How We Use Your Information

• Generate vehicle history reports
• Prevent abuse and protect our service
• Improve CarSnoop based on usage patterns
• Send you reports and account notifications (if you opt in)

Information We Do NOT Collect

• We do not store your VIN searches permanently unless you create an account
• We do not sell your personal information to third parties
• We do not track you across other websites

Third-Party Services

CarSnoop uses data from government sources including:

• NHTSA (National Highway Traffic Safety Administration)
• NICB (National Insurance Crime Bureau)
• EPA (Environmental Protection Agency)

We also use analytics services to understand site usage. These services may collect anonymous usage data.

Affiliate Links

CarSnoop contains affiliate links to vehicle history report providers. When you click these links and make a purchase, we may earn a commission. This does not affect the price you pay. See our Affiliate Disclosure for details.

Cookies

We use cookies to:

• Remember your recent VIN searches (stored locally in your browser)
• Keep you logged in if you create an account
• Understand how people use our site

Data Security

We use industry-standard security measures to protect your information, including HTTPS encryption for all data transmission.

Your Rights

You can:

• Clear your recent searches by clearing your browser's local storage
• Request deletion of your account and associated data
• Opt out of marketing communications at any time

Children's Privacy

CarSnoop is not intended for children under 13. We do not knowingly collect information from children.

Changes to This Policy

We may update this policy from time to time. We'll post changes on this page with an updated date.

Contact Us

Questions about this privacy policy? Contact us at info@carsnoop.ai