PRIVACY POLICY - We take data your protection seriously

Effective Date: September 23, 2024

At Giftsy, we prioritize the privacy and security of your personal information. This Privacy Policy outlines what data we collect, how we use it, and the measures we take to protect your information. By using our services, you agree to the terms of this policy.

1. Information We Collect

We collect and store the following personal information:

**For Users:**

- Full Name

- Email Address

- Phone Number

- Birthday (Day and Month, No Year)

**For Gift Recipients (Provided by User):**

- First Name

- Relationship to the User

- Birthday (Day and Month, No Year)

- Interests, Hobbies, Lifestyle, Values, and Beliefs

**Optional Information:**

- Location data (to provide more tailored gift suggestions, if you opt in)

2. Cookies and Tracking Technologies

We use cookies and other tracking technologies provided by GoDaddy to improve your user experience. These technologies collect information such as:

- User interactions with our website

- Device and browser information

- IP address for geolocation purposes (if enabled)

For more information on GoDaddy’s cookies and tracking technologies, please review [GoDaddy’s Privacy Policy].

3. How We Use Your Data

We use your personal information to:

- Provide personalized gift recommendations

- Communicate with you about reminders, updates, or special offers

- Improve our AI's accuracy based on user feedback and interactions

- Connect you with affiliate partners for purchasing gifts

- Ensure that our service operates efficiently and securely

4. Data Storage and Security

Your data is stored securely using the infrastructure of our app development platforms: **MindStudio.ai** and **Bubble.io**. These platforms employ encryption and other advanced security measures to protect your information from unauthorized access, disclosure, alteration, or destruction. You can find more details about their privacy and security policies on their respective websites.

5. Data Retention

We retain your personal data for as long as necessary to provide our services or as required by law. However, you have the right to request that we delete your personal data at any time. Please refer to the **Your Rights** section for more information.

6. Sharing Your Data

We do not sell your personal data. We may share your information with third-party partners, such as affiliate marketing partners and business partners, solely for the purpose of optimizing your gift recommendations and processing transactions. We ensure that any third parties we work with are compliant with relevant privacy laws.

7. Your Rights

You have the following rights regarding your personal information:

- **Access**: You can request a copy of the data we hold about you at any time.

- **Modification**: You may update or correct your personal information.

- **Deletion**: You can request that we delete your personal data by contacting us at [Insert Contact Info]. We will comply with your request within a reasonable timeframe, except where retention is required by law.

- **Opt-Out**: You can opt-out of receiving marketing communications by following the unsubscribe instructions in our emails or by contacting us directly.

8. GDPR and CCPA Compliance

If you are a resident of the European Union (EU) or California, you are entitled to additional protections under the **General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR)** and the **California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA)**. These include:

- The right to be informed about what data we collect and how it is used.

- The right to request the deletion of your personal data.

- The right to opt out of the sale of your personal data (though we do not sell any data).

- The right to data portability, allowing you to request your data in a structured, machine-readable format.

To exercise any of these rights, please contact us at [Insert Contact Info].

9. Age Restrictions

Giftsy is designed for adult users only. We do not knowingly collect data from individuals under the age of 16. If you believe that we may have collected information from a minor, please contact us immediately so we can delete the data.

10. Changes to This Policy

We reserve the right to update this Privacy Policy at any time. Any changes will be posted on this page with a revised effective date. We encourage you to review this policy periodically to stay informed of any updates.

11. Contact Us

If you have any questions, concerns, or requests regarding this Privacy Policy or how we handle your data, please contact us at:

- Email:  hello@giftsy.ai

- Phone:  407-421-9529

- Mailing Address:  TBD