Privacy Policy
Last Updated: November 1, 2024
Introduction
Compare Medicare ("we," "our," or "us") is committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you visit our website or use our services to compare Medicare Supplement Insurance plans.
Compare Medicare operates this website in partnership with United Medicare Advisors (Spring Insurance Solutions dba United Medicare Advisors), a licensed insurance agency wholly owned and operated by Spring Venture Group, LLC. When you submit your information through our website, it will be shared with United Medicare Advisors to provide you with insurance quotes and services.
Information We Collect
Personal Information
We may collect the following personal information:
- Name and contact information (phone number, email address)
- Date of birth and gender
- ZIP code and address
- Medicare eligibility information
- Health-related information relevant to insurance quotes
- Tobacco use status
Automatically Collected Information
When you visit our website, we automatically collect:
- IP address and browser information
- Device and operating system information
- Pages visited and time spent on our site
- Referring website information
- Location data based on IP address
How We Use Your Information
We use your information to:
- Provide personalized Medicare Supplement Insurance quotes
- Connect you with licensed insurance advisors
- Communicate with you about your insurance options
- Send you relevant information about Medicare and insurance products
- Improve our services and website functionality
- Comply with legal obligations and regulations
- Prevent fraud and enhance security
Information Sharing and Disclosure
We may share your information with:
United Medicare Advisors
We share your information with United Medicare Advisors, our licensed insurance agency partner, who will:
- Contact you to discuss Medicare Supplement Insurance options
- Provide personalized insurance quotes
- Assist with enrollment in selected plans
- Share your information with insurance carriers as necessary to provide quotes and process applications
United Medicare Advisors is contractually obligated to protect your information and use it only for providing insurance services. Their use of your data is governed by their own privacy practices.
Insurance Carriers
Through United Medicare Advisors, your information may be shared with licensed insurance carriers to provide you with quotes and process enrollment applications.
Service Providers
We may share information with third-party service providers who help us operate our website, process data, or provide customer support. These providers are bound by confidentiality agreements.
Legal Requirements
We may disclose your information if required by law, court order, or government regulation, or if we believe disclosure is necessary to protect our rights, your safety, or the safety of others.
Important Disclosures:
- We do not sell your personal information to third parties for their own marketing purposes
- Your information will be shared with United Medicare Advisors to provide the services you requested
- United Medicare Advisors may contact you about Medicare insurance products
- You may receive calls, texts, or emails based on the contact information you provide
Data Security
We implement appropriate technical and organizational security measures to protect your personal information against unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction. These measures include:
- SSL encryption for data transmission
- Secure data storage with access controls
- Regular security assessments and updates
- Employee training on data protection
- Compliance with industry standards and regulations
Your Rights and Choices
Access and Correction
You have the right to access and correct your personal information. Contact us to request a copy of your data or to update inaccurate information.
Opt-Out
You may opt-out of receiving marketing communications from us by following the unsubscribe instructions in our emails or by contacting us directly.
Do Not Track
Our website does not currently respond to "Do Not Track" browser signals. However, you can control cookies through your browser settings.
Data Deletion
You may request deletion of your personal information, subject to certain legal exceptions. We will retain information as required by law or for legitimate business purposes.
Cookies and Tracking Technologies
We use cookies and similar tracking technologies to:
- Remember your preferences and settings
- Analyze website traffic and usage patterns
- Personalize your experience
- Improve our services and marketing efforts
You can control cookies through your browser settings. Disabling cookies may limit your ability to use certain features of our website.
Children's Privacy
Our services are not intended for individuals under 18 years of age. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children. If you believe we have collected information from a child, please contact us immediately.
State-Specific Privacy Rights
California Residents
Under the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA), California residents have additional rights including the right to know what personal information we collect, the right to delete personal information, the right to opt-out of the sale of personal information, and the right to non-discrimination for exercising privacy rights.
Nevada Residents
Nevada residents may opt-out of the sale of certain personal information by contacting us using the information below.
Changes to This Privacy Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify you of any changes by posting the new Privacy Policy on this page and updating the "Last Updated" date. We encourage you to review this Privacy Policy periodically.
Contact Us
If you have questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy or our privacy practices, please contact us:
Email:
privacy@comparemedicare.comPhone:
1-866-696-8187Address:
Compare Medicare
123 Main Street, Suite 100
Austin, TX 78701
Medicare Information
This website is operated by Compare Medicare in partnership with United Medicare Advisors, a licensed insurance agency, and is not the Health Insurance Marketplace® website. We are not affiliated with or endorsed by the U.S. government or federal Medicare program. For official Medicare information, visit Medicare.gov.
Medicare Supplement insurance is available to those age 65 and older enrolled in Medicare Parts A and B and, in some states, to those under age 65 eligible for Medicare due to disability or End-Stage Renal disease. Medicare Supplement insurance plans are not connected with or endorsed by the U.S. government or the federal Medicare program.