Privacy Policy for Our Bottleneck Analyzer

Your Privacy Matters to Us

Hi there. We know privacy policies aren’t the most exciting reading, but they’re important. This page explains how we handle your information when you use our CPU GPU bottleneck calculator and visit our website. We keep things simple and transparent because we’d want the same from any tool we use.

Our Commitment to You

When you use the tool, you trust us with certain information. We take that seriously. We collect only what we need, we’re clear about why we need it, and we never sell your personal data to anyone.

By using our website and our CPU GPU bottleneck calculator, you agree to the practices described in this policy. If you have questions, we’re always here to help.

Information We Collect

We collect two types of information: stuff you give us directly, and stuff we gather automatically to make the site work better.

Information You Provide

When you use our tool, you enter details about your PC components. This includes things like:

  • Your processor model (CPU)

  • Your graphics card model (GPU)

  • Your RAM size, speed, and configuration

  • Your screen resolution and quality preferences

  • Your target FPS and use case (gaming, editing, etc.)

This information stays on your device while you use the calculator. We don’t store your specific hardware configurations unless you contact us directly.

If you reach out to us through our contact page, we may collect:

  • Your name

  • Your email address

  • Any details you share in your message

We use this only to respond to your questions and never share it with third parties.

Automatic Information We Collect

Like most websites, we automatically gather some technical information when you visit. This includes:

  • Your IP address

  • Browser type and version

  • Operating system

  • Pages you visit on our site

  • Time and date of your visit

  • Referring website addresses

This helps us understand how people use our CPU GPU bottleneck calculator and improve the experience. None of this information identifies you personally.

Cookies and Similar Technologies

We use cookies to make your experience better. Cookies are small text files stored on your device that help websites remember your preferences.

How We Use Cookies

  • Essential cookies: These keep the calculator working properly

  • Preference cookies: These remember your settings between visits

  • Analytics cookies: These help us understand which features people use most

You can disable cookies in your browser settings, but some parts of our tool may not work as smoothly.

Third-Party Services

Google Analytics

We use Google Analytics to understand traffic patterns and user behavior. Google Analytics collects information anonymously and reports website trends without identifying individual visitors. You can learn more about Google’s privacy practices on their website.

How We Use Your Information

We use the information we collect to:

  1. Keep our CPU GPU bottleneck calculator running smoothly – We monitor performance and fix issues quickly

  2. Improve accuracy – Understanding how people use our tool helps us refine our 14-factor analysis algorithm

  3. Respond to your questions – When you contact us, we use your information to help

  4. Analyze traffic patterns – We want to know which features matter most to our 84,000+ users

  5. Prevent abuse – We monitor for suspicious activity to keep our tool safe for everyone

Data Storage and Security

We take reasonable steps to protect your information. This includes:

  • Using secure connections (HTTPS) across our entire site

  • Limiting access to personal information

  • Regularly reviewing our security practices

No website can guarantee 100% security, but we work hard to protect your data.

Your Privacy Rights

For European Economic Area (EEA) Residents

If you’re in the EEA, you have rights under the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR). These include:

  • Right to access: You can ask what information we have about you

  • Right to correction: You can ask us to fix inaccurate information

  • Right to deletion: You can ask us to delete your personal data

  • Right to object: You can object to how we use your information

To exercise these rights, please contact us.

For California Residents

If you’re in California, the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA) gives you additional rights:

  • Right to know: You can request information about the personal data we’ve collected

  • Right to delete: You can ask us to delete your personal information

  • Right to opt-out: You can opt out of the sale of your personal information

We do not sell your personal information. Period.

Children's Privacy

Our website and CPU GPU bottleneck calculator are not intended for children under 13. We do not knowingly collect information from children. If you believe a child has provided us with personal information, please contact us so we can remove it.

Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this policy occasionally to reflect changes in our practices or legal requirements. When we do, we’ll post the updated version here with a new effective date. We encourage you to check back periodically.

Contact Us

Have questions about this privacy policy? Want to exercise your privacy rights? Just want to say hello?

Please reach out through our contact page. Real people read your messages and we’re happy to help.

The Bottom Line

We built this tool to help people build better PCs, not to collect data. Our CPU GPU bottleneck analyzer exists to serve you. We’re transparent about what we collect, we protect what you share, and we never forget that trust is earned.

Thanks for using our PC bottleneck analyzer. Thanks for trusting us. And thanks for being part of our community.

— The CPU GPU Bottleneck Calculator Team