🔒 Privacy Policy

1. Introduction

Welcome to GiftKhar.org ("we," "us," or "our"). We respect your privacy and are committed to protecting your personal information. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard information when you visit our website at https://giftkhar.org and use our gift card information resources and services.

By accessing or using our website, you agree to this Privacy Policy. If you do not agree with our policies and practices, please do not use our website or services.

2. Information We Collect

2.1. Information You Provide

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

• Contact information (name, email address) when you contact us, submit forms, or sign up for our newsletter
• Communications and correspondence with us
• Feedback, questions, or suggestions you provide to us
• Survey or contest responses

2.2. Information Collected Automatically

When you visit our website, we may automatically collect certain information, including:

• Device information (browser type, operating system, device type)
• IP address and geolocation data
• Pages visited and time spent on pages
• Referral sources
• Usage patterns and interactions with the website
• Cookies and similar tracking technologies (see our Cookie Policy for more information)

3. How We Use Your Information

We use the information we collect for various purposes, including:

• Providing and improving our gift card information services and resources
• Responding to your inquiries, comments, or questions
• Sending you newsletters, updates, or other communications (if you've opted in)
• Analyzing usage patterns to improve our website and content
• Detecting, preventing, and addressing technical or security issues
• Complying with applicable laws, regulations, or legal processes
• Protecting our rights, property, or safety, and that of our users or others

4. Cookies and Similar Technologies

We use cookies and similar tracking technologies to collect information about your browsing activities on our website. Cookies are small data files stored on your device that help us improve your experience, understand user preferences, and analyze website traffic.

We use the following types of cookies:

• Essential Cookies: Necessary for the website to function properly
• Analytical/Performance Cookies: Help us analyze how users interact with our website
• Functionality Cookies: Allow the website to remember choices you make
• Targeting Cookies: Record your visit to our website, the pages you visit, and the links you follow

You can control cookies through your browser settings. However, disabling certain cookies may limit your ability to use some features of our website. For more information, please see our Cookie Policy.

5. Information Sharing and Disclosure

We do not sell, trade, or otherwise transfer your personal information to third parties without your consent, except in the following circumstances:

• Service Providers: We may share information with trusted third parties who assist us in operating our website, conducting our business, or servicing you (e.g., hosting providers, analytics services)
• Legal Requirements: We may disclose information if required to do so by law or in response to valid requests by public authorities
• Business Transfers: If we are involved in a merger, acquisition, or asset sale, your personal information may be transferred as part of that transaction
• Protection of Rights: We may disclose information when we believe it is necessary to investigate, prevent, or take action regarding potential violations of our policies, suspected fraud, or situations involving potential threats to safety

6. Data Security

We implement reasonable security measures to protect your personal information from unauthorized access, use, or disclosure. However, no method of transmission over the Internet or electronic storage is 100% secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.

We take the following steps to protect your information:

• Using secure, encrypted connections (HTTPS)
• Limiting access to personal information to authorized personnel
• Regularly reviewing our information collection, storage, and processing practices
• Implementing physical, electronic, and procedural safeguards

7. Data Retention

We retain your personal information for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this Privacy Policy, unless a longer retention period is required or permitted by law. When determining the appropriate retention period, we consider the nature and sensitivity of the data, potential risk of harm from unauthorized use or disclosure, and applicable legal requirements.

8. Children's Privacy

Our website is not directed to individuals under the age of 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If we discover that we have collected personal information from a child under 13, we will promptly delete such information. If you believe we might have any information from or about a child under 13, please contact us using the information provided below.

9. Your Rights and Choices

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

• The right to access and review your personal information
• The right to correct inaccurate information
• The right to request deletion of your information
• The right to restrict or object to processing
• The right to data portability
• The right to withdraw consent
• The right to complain to a supervisory authority

To exercise your rights, please contact us using the information provided in the "Contact Us" section below.

10. Third-Party Links and Services

Our website may contain links to third-party websites, services, or content that are not owned or controlled by us. We are not responsible for the privacy practices or the content of these third parties. We encourage you to review the privacy policies of any third-party services you access through our website.

11. International Data Transfers

We may process, store, and transfer your personal information in countries other than your own, which may have different data protection laws than those in your country. By using our website, you consent to the transfer of your information to these countries. We take steps to ensure that your data is treated securely and in accordance with this Privacy Policy, regardless of where it is processed.

12. Changes to this Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices, technologies, legal requirements, or other factors. We will post the updated Privacy Policy on this page and update the "Last Updated" date accordingly. We encourage you to review the Privacy Policy periodically to stay informed about our information practices.

Your continued use of our website after any changes to the Privacy Policy constitutes your acceptance of the revised policy.

13. Contact Us

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