GiftDani.org

Last Updated: January 6, 2025

Effective Date: February 12, 2024

1. Introduction

GiftDani Solutions LLC ("we," "us," or "our") respects your privacy and is committed to protecting your personal information. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you visit our website giftdani.org and use our educational services.

2. Information We Collect

2.1 Information You Provide Directly

• Contact Information: Name, email address, phone number when you contact us
• Communication Content: Messages, questions, and feedback you send to us
• Newsletter Subscriptions: Email address for educational newsletter subscriptions
• Support Requests: Information provided when requesting help or support

2.2 Information Automatically Collected

• Usage Data: Pages visited, time spent on site, referral sources
• Device Information: IP address, browser type, operating system
• Cookies and Tracking: Information collected through cookies and similar technologies
• Analytics Data: Website performance and user interaction data

3. How We Use Your Information

We use the collected information for the following purposes:

• Educational Services: To provide gift card education and safety resources
• Communication: To respond to your inquiries and provide customer support
• Newsletter: To send educational content and safety alerts (with your consent)
• Website Improvement: To analyze usage patterns and improve our services
• Legal Compliance: To comply with applicable laws and regulations
• Safety and Security: To protect against fraud, abuse, and security threats

4. Information Sharing and Disclosure

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

• Service Providers: With trusted third-party service providers who assist us in operating our website
• Legal Requirements: When required by law, court order, or government request
• Safety and Protection: To protect the rights, property, or safety of our users or others
• Business Transfers: In connection with a merger, acquisition, or sale of assets (with notice)
• With Your Consent: When you have given explicit consent for specific sharing

5. Data Security

We implement appropriate technical and organizational security measures to protect your personal information:

• Encryption: Data transmission is protected using SSL/TLS encryption
• Access Controls: Limited access to personal information on a need-to-know basis
• Regular Updates: Security systems are regularly updated and monitored
• Data Backup: Secure backup procedures to prevent data loss
• Incident Response: Procedures in place for addressing security incidents

6. Your Rights and Choices

6.1 General Rights

• Access: Request access to your personal information
• Correction: Request correction of inaccurate personal information
• Deletion: Request deletion of your personal information
• Portability: Request a copy of your data in a portable format
• Opt-out: Unsubscribe from marketing communications at any time

6.2 California Privacy Rights (CCPA)

If you are a California resident, you have additional rights under the California Consumer Privacy Act:

• Right to know what personal information we collect and how it's used
• Right to delete personal information we have collected
• Right to opt-out of the sale of personal information (we do not sell personal information)
• Right to non-discrimination for exercising your privacy rights

6.3 European Privacy Rights (GDPR)

If you are in the European Union, you have rights under the General Data Protection Regulation:

• Right of access to your personal data
• Right to rectification of inaccurate data
• Right to erasure (right to be forgotten)
• Right to restrict processing
• Right to data portability
• Right to object to processing

7. Cookies and Tracking Technologies

We use cookies and similar tracking technologies to enhance your experience on our website:

• Essential Cookies: Necessary for website functionality
• Analytics Cookies: Help us understand how visitors use our site
• Preference Cookies: Remember your settings and preferences
• Marketing Cookies: Used to deliver relevant content (with your consent)

You can control cookie settings through your browser preferences. However, disabling certain cookies may affect website functionality.

8. Data Retention

We retain your personal information only as long as necessary for the purposes outlined in this privacy policy:

• Contact Information: Retained for 3 years after last contact or until deletion is requested
• Newsletter Data: Retained until you unsubscribe
• Website Analytics: Aggregated data retained for 26 months
• Legal Requirements: Some data may be retained longer to comply with legal obligations

9. Children's Privacy

Our website is not directed to children under the age of 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If we discover that we have collected information from a child under 13, we will delete such information immediately. If you are a parent or guardian and believe your child has provided personal information to us, please contact us.

10. International Data Transfers

Your information may be transferred to and processed in countries other than your own. We ensure appropriate safeguards are in place for international transfers, including:

• Adequacy decisions by relevant authorities
• Standard contractual clauses approved by regulatory authorities
• Other legally recognized transfer mechanisms

11. Third-Party Links

Our website may contain links to third-party websites for educational purposes. We are not responsible for the privacy practices of these external sites. We encourage you to read the privacy policies of any third-party websites you visit.

12. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices or legal requirements. We will notify you of any material changes by:

• Posting the updated policy on our website with a new "Last Updated" date
• Sending an email notification to subscribers (for significant changes)
• Displaying a prominent notice on our website

Your continued use of our website after any changes indicates your acceptance of the updated Privacy Policy.

13. Contact Information

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

14. Regulatory Information

For regulatory compliance and transparency:

• Data Controller: GiftDani Solutions LLC
• Business Registration: NY-2024-4892156
• Industry Classification: Educational Information Services
• Jurisdiction: California, United States
• Applicable Laws: CCPA, GDPR (where applicable), and other relevant privacy laws