🔒 Privacy Policy

1. Introduction

GiftKazem ("we," "us," or "our") is committed to protecting the privacy and security of personal information provided by our website visitors and users. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard information when you use our gift card information services and visit our website at https://giftkazem.org.

2. Information We Collect

2.1 Personal Information

We may collect personal information that you voluntarily provide to us, including:

• Name and contact information (email address, phone number)
• Feedback, questions, or communications submitted through our contact forms
• Account information if you create an account on our website
• Subscription preferences for newsletters or updates

2.2 Automatically Collected Information

When you visit our website, we may automatically collect:

• IP address and device information
• Browser type and version
• Operating system information
• Website usage data, including pages visited and time spent on pages
• Referral sources
• Cookies and similar tracking technologies

3. How We Use Your Information

We use collected information for the following legitimate purposes:

• Providing our gift card information services and resources
• Responding to your inquiries and support requests
• Sending newsletters, updates, and educational materials (with your consent)
• Improving our website functionality and user experience
• Analyzing website usage to enhance our content and services
• Protecting against unauthorized access and ensuring website security
• Complying with legal obligations

4. Cookies and Similar Technologies

Our website uses cookies and similar tracking technologies to enhance your browsing experience and analyze website usage. Cookies are small text files stored on your device that help us recognize you when you return to our site and understand how you interact with our content.

4.1 Types of Cookies We Use

• Essential Cookies: Required for basic website functionality
• Analytical/Performance Cookies: Help us understand how visitors use our website
• Functionality Cookies: Remember your preferences and settings
• Targeting Cookies: Record your visit, pages visited, and links followed

4.2 Cookie Control

You can control cookie settings through your browser preferences. Most browsers allow you to block or delete cookies. Please note that blocking certain cookies may impact website functionality.

5. Information Sharing and Disclosure

We do not sell, rent, or trade your personal information to third parties. We may share information in the following limited circumstances:

• Service Providers: With trusted third parties who assist us in operating our website and providing services
• Legal Requirements: When required by law, court order, or governmental regulation
• Protection of Rights: When necessary to protect our rights, privacy, safety, or property
• Business Transfers: In connection with a merger, acquisition, or sale of assets (with appropriate safeguards)
• With Your Consent: When you have explicitly authorized us to share your information

6. Data Security

We implement reasonable security measures to protect your personal information, including:

• Secure data transmission using SSL/TLS encryption
• Regular security assessments
• Limited access to personal information by staff
• Physical, electronic, and procedural safeguards

While we strive to protect your information, no method of transmission over the Internet or electronic storage is 100% secure. We cannot guarantee absolute security.

7. Data Retention

We retain personal information only as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this Privacy Policy, including:

• Providing requested services and information
• Complying with legal obligations
• Resolving disputes
• Enforcing agreements

When personal information is no longer needed, we securely delete or anonymize it.

8. Your Rights and Choices

Depending on your location, you may have certain rights regarding your personal information:

• Access your personal information
• Correct inaccurate or incomplete information
• Request deletion of your personal information
• Object to or restrict certain processing activities
• Data portability (receiving your data in a structured format)
• Withdraw consent (where processing is based on consent)

To exercise these rights, please contact us using the information provided in Section 13.

9. Children's Privacy

Our website and services are not directed to individuals under the age of 16. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children. If we learn we have collected personal information from a child under 16, we will promptly delete such information. If you believe we might have any information from or about a child, please contact us.

10. Third-Party Links

Our website may contain links to third-party websites or services that are not owned or controlled by GiftKazem. We are not responsible for the privacy practices or content of these third-party sites. We encourage you to review the privacy policies of any third-party sites you visit.

11. International Data Transfers

If you access our website from outside the United States, your information may be transferred to, stored, and processed in the United States or other countries where our servers are located. By using our website, you consent to the transfer of information to countries which may have different data protection rules than your country. We ensure appropriate safeguards are in place to protect your information.

12. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy periodically to reflect changes in our practices, services, or applicable laws. The "Last Updated" date at the top of this page indicates when the policy was last revised. We will notify you of material changes by posting the updated policy on our website and, where appropriate, by email. We encourage you to review the Privacy Policy whenever you access our website.

13. Contact Information

If you have questions, concerns, or requests regarding this Privacy Policy or our privacy practices, please contact us:

14. California Privacy Rights

If you are a California resident, you may have additional rights under the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA) regarding your personal information, including:

• The right to know about personal information collected, disclosed, or sold
• The right to request deletion of personal information
• The right to opt-out of the sale of personal information
• The right to non-discrimination for exercising consumer privacy rights

To exercise these rights, please contact us using the information in Section 13.

15. GDPR Compliance

For users in the European Economic Area (EEA), we process personal data in accordance with the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR). The legal bases for processing your personal information include:

• Consent you provide
• Performance of a contract
• Compliance with legal obligations
• Our legitimate interests, which do not override your fundamental rights and freedoms

If you have questions about our GDPR compliance or wish to exercise your GDPR rights, please contact our Data Protection Officer at [email protected].

16. Effective Date

This Privacy Policy is effective as of October 25, 2023, and applies to all information collected by GiftKazem from that date forward.