Privacy Policy

Introduction

GiftGrok ("we," "our," or "us") is committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you use our mobile application and website (collectively, the "Service").

Please read this privacy policy carefully. By using GiftGrok, you agree to the collection and use of information in accordance with this policy.

Information We Collect

Information You Provide

• Gift Preferences: When you use our gift finder, we collect your responses to questions about the gift recipient (e.g., relationship, occasion, interests).
• Swipe Activity: Your likes and dislikes on product recommendations to improve future suggestions.
• Favorites: Products you save to your wishlist for later reference.
• Account Information: If you create an account, we collect your email address and any profile information you provide.

Information Collected Automatically

• Device Information: Device type, operating system, unique device identifiers, and mobile network information.
• Usage Data: How you interact with the Service, including pages visited, features used, and time spent on the app.
• Log Data: IP address, browser type, access times, and referring URLs.

How We Use Your Information

We use the collected information to:

• Provide personalized gift recommendations based on your preferences
• Improve our recommendation algorithm using your swipe history
• Maintain and improve the Service's functionality
• Send you updates about products you've saved (with your consent)
• Analyze usage patterns to enhance user experience
• Detect and prevent fraud or abuse
• Comply with legal obligations

Third-Party Services

Amazon Associates Program

GiftGrok is a participant in the Amazon Services LLC Associates Program, an affiliate advertising program. When you click on product links and make purchases on Amazon, we may earn a commission. Amazon's privacy practices are governed by their own privacy policy, available at amazon.com/privacy.

Analytics

We may use third-party analytics services to help understand how users interact with the Service. These services may collect information about your use of the Service and other websites or applications.

Data Sharing

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

• With your consent
• To comply with legal obligations or respond to lawful requests
• To protect our rights, privacy, safety, or property
• In connection with a merger, acquisition, or sale of assets (with notice to you)
• With service providers who assist in operating our Service (bound by confidentiality)

Data Security

We implement industry-standard security measures to protect your information, including encryption, secure servers, and access controls. However, no method of transmission over the Internet is 100% secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.

Data Retention

We retain your information for as long as necessary to provide the Service and fulfill the purposes described in this policy. You may request deletion of your data at any time by contacting us.

Children's Privacy

GiftGrok is not intended for children under 13 years of age. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If you are a parent or guardian and believe your child has provided us with personal information, please contact us immediately. If we discover that we have collected information from a child under 13, we will delete that information promptly.

Your Rights

Depending on your location, you may have the right to:

• Access the personal information we hold about you
• Request correction of inaccurate information
• Request deletion of your personal information
• Object to or restrict processing of your information
• Data portability (receive your data in a structured format)
• Withdraw consent at any time

To exercise any of these rights, please contact us using the information below.

California Privacy Rights

If you are a California resident, you have specific rights under the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA), including the right to know what personal information is collected, request deletion, and opt-out of the sale of personal information. We do not sell personal information.

International Users

If you are accessing the Service from outside the United States, please note that your information may be transferred to and processed in the United States, where data protection laws may differ from those in your country.

Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify you of any changes by posting the new policy on this page and updating the "Last updated" date. We encourage you to review this policy periodically.

Contact Us

If you have questions about this Privacy Policy or our privacy practices, please contact us at:

Email: privacy@giftgrok.com