Privacy Policy for gifpow.com
1. Introduction
At gifpow.com, we recognize the paramount importance of your privacy and are deeply committed to protecting the personal data you share with us. This Privacy Policy outlines how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your personal information in accordance with applicable data protection legislation, including the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) and the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA). Our approach is rooted in transparency, accountability, and a privacy-first mindset.
2. Scope of This Policy and Data Controller Role
This Privacy Policy applies to all users of gifpow.com and encompasses all personal data collected through our website, services, and digital communications. As the primary data controller, gifpow.com determines the purposes and means of processing personal data as defined under the GDPR. For residents covered by the CCPA, gifpow.com acts as the “business” responsible for the handling of your personal information.
3. Categories of Data We Collect and Process
We may collect and process the following categories of personal data, depending on your interactions with gifpow.com:
3.1. Usage Data
Includes information automatically collected about your interactions with our website, such as browser type and version, pages visited, time and date of access, IP address, referring URLs, and session duration.
3.2. Account Data
Includes details provided at the time of account registration or profile editing, such as your full name, email address, phone number, and mailing address.
3.3. Profile Data
Encompasses your preferences, purchase history, favorite items, browsing behavior, and saved settings within gifpow.com.
3.4. Communication Data
Includes records of emails, customer support tickets, chat conversations, feedback, and responses to surveys or contact forms.
3.5. Technical Data
Covers device-related information such as operating system, screen resolution, mobile device identifiers, browser settings, language preferences, and system diagnostics.
3.6. Transaction Data
Captures data related to purchases or returns made on gifpow.com, including billing details, payment methods, delivery addresses, and order confirmations.
3.7. Preference Data
Involves your marketing preferences, newsletter opt-ins, communication consents, and interests in specific product categories.
4. Legal Bases for Processing Personal Data
We process your personal data only where permitted by law and rely on the following legal bases:
– Contractual Necessity: To fulfill our contractual obligations when you purchase goods or services from gifpow.com or create an account.
– Legal Obligation: To comply with regulatory and statutory obligations, such as record-keeping and fraud prevention.
– Consent: Where required, we will obtain your prior consent to process certain types of data (e.g., for marketing communications).
– Legitimate Interests: To operate, optimize, and improve gifpow.com, provided those interests do not override your fundamental rights.
5. Your Rights Under Data Protection Laws
As a data subject under the GDPR or a consumer under the CCPA, you have specific rights regarding your personal data:
5.1. Right of Access: You have the right to request a copy of the personal data we hold about you.
5.2. Right to Rectification: You may request correction of inaccurate or incomplete personal information.
5.3. Right to Erasure (“Right to be Forgotten”): You may request deletion of your data, subject to legal or contractual retention obligations.
5.4. Right to Restrict Processing: You may request limitation of the use of your data in certain circumstances.
5.5. Right to Data Portability: Where technically feasible, you may request a structured, machine-readable copy of your data or for it to be transferred to another controller.
5.6. Right to Opt-Out of Sale (CCPA): If applicable, you may opt out of the “sale” of personal information as defined by the CCPA.
5.7. Right to Non-Discrimination: Exercising your rights under CCPA will not result in discriminatory treatment.
To exercise your rights, please contact us using the details provided in Section 13 of this policy.
6. Security Measures
gifpow.com implements appropriate technical and organizational safeguards to ensure the confidentiality, integrity, and availability of your personal data. These include:
– SSL/TLS encryption for data transfer
– Role-based access controls and authentication protocols
– Regular security patches and vulnerability assessments
– Data encryption at rest where applicable
– Periodic backups and disaster recovery procedures
– Staff training on data protection policies and privacy awareness
7. International Data Transfers
Your data may be processed or stored outside of your jurisdiction. When transferring data internationally, we adhere to relevant data transfer mechanisms, including:
– Standard Contractual Clauses approved by the European Commission
– Assessments to ensure an adequate level of protection
– Compliance with country-specific regulations, including GDPR and other local legislation
8. Data Retention
We retain personal data only for as long as necessary for the purposes for which it was collected, including legal, accounting, and regulatory requirements. Retention periods vary according to data type:
– Account and Profile Data: Retained until account deletion or inactivity for a defined period (e.g., 36 months)
– Transaction Data: Retained for at least 6 years for tax and financial auditing purposes
– Communication Data: Retained for up to 24 months to maintain customer support histories
– Usage and Technical Data: Retained for no longer than 12 months in aggregate form
9. Cookie Policy
gifpow.com uses cookies and similar technologies to optimize user experience. Cookies are categorized as follows:
– Essential Cookies: Necessary for the website to function (e.g., login, navigation)
– Functional Cookies: Enable enhanced functionality and personalization
– Analytic Cookies: Help us analyze site behavior and performance (e.g., Google Analytics)
– Performance Cookies: Improve load speeds, caching, and cross-session consistency
10. Cookie Management and Compliance
You can manage your cookie preferences at any time via the cookie consent mechanism on gifpow.com. In accordance with the GDPR, we do not set non-essential cookies without prior user consent. CCPA-compliant opt-outs are also available for California residents through the designated “Do Not Sell or Share My Personal Information” link when applicable.
Browser-level opt-out settings and third-party tools (such as Google’s opt-out browser add-ons) can also assist in cookie management.
11. Protection of Children’s Privacy
gifpow.com does not knowingly collect personal information from children under the age of 13. If we become aware that data from a child under 13 has been collected without verified parental consent, we will take immediate steps to delete such information. Parents or legal guardians may contact us at [email protected] to request removal.
12. Changes to This Privacy Policy
From time to time, we may update this Privacy Policy to reflect changes in technology, law, or our practices. We will notify users of material changes where legally required, typically via email or on-site notification. Please review this policy periodically to remain informed of your rights and our obligations.
13. Contact Us
If you have any questions, concerns, or requests regarding this Privacy Policy or your personal data, please contact us:
Email: [email protected]
Online: Visit gifpow.com and use the contact form provided
We are committed to complying with applicable privacy laws and ensuring the protection of your rights. Please do not hesitate to reach out with any privacy-related inquiries or concerns.