Information We Collect
AutoLoan Express operates as an educational discovery and automotive rate exploration platform. We collect only the minimal data points necessary to calculate realistic vehicle financing estimates:
- Vehicle & Purchase Details: Target vehicle type (new, used, or refinance), estimated vehicle price or loan balance, down payment or trade-in equity, and loan term preference (36 to 84 months).
- Self-Reported Credit Band: Approximate credit score tier (Excellent, Good, Fair, Rebuilding) used strictly to compute estimated APR ranges and monthly payment schedules.
- Contact Details (Optional): Email address and phone number provided when requesting customized pre-approval comparisons or dealer negotiation cheat-sheets.
- Technical Diagnostics: Anonymized device characteristics, browser headers, and performance telemetry to maintain optimal calculation speeds.
How We Process Auto Inquiry Data
Vehicle inquiry data submitted through AutoLoan Express is processed solely for rate estimations and matching requests:
- To calculate estimated monthly auto payments, total loan cost, and interest savings across various loan terms.
- To deliver side-by-side comparisons between dealer financing and direct auto lender options.
- To securely route your quote request to authorized lending partners if you explicitly request pre-approval.
Soft Inquiries & Credit Score Protection
Using AutoLoan Express estimators, payment sliders, and rate comparison tools involves no hard credit pull.
If you decide to proceed with an official loan application through a designated lender, that lender will request your authorization to perform a standard credit evaluation.
Communications & Dealer Protection
When you submit your contact info for an auto loan quote:
- We only contact you with the specific auto loan options or rate comparisons you requested.
- We do not broadcast your contact information to hundreds of aggressive car dealerships.
- You maintain full control and can unsubscribe with 1 click from any email or by replying STOP to SMS.
Your Rights (CCPA / CPRA / GDPR)
Under applicable privacy laws, you possess strong protections regarding your personal data:
- Right to Know: Request disclosure of any personal information gathered during your session.
- Right to Deletion: Request permanent removal of all submitted inquiry data and contact records.
- Opt-Out of Telemetry: Control analytical telemetry and cookies via our Cookie Policy settings.
Data Retention & Compliance Team
Inquiry records are retained only for the duration required to complete your comparison or fulfill regulatory audit requirements. For privacy questions, reach our compliance team at privacy@altftools.com.