🔒 Privacy Policy

1. Introduction and Overview

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

We respect your privacy rights and are dedicated to maintaining transparent data practices. This policy outlines the types of information we collect, how we use it, and the measures we take to protect it.

2. Information We Collect

2.1 Personal Information

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

• Contact information (name, email address, phone number, mailing address)
• Account and profile information when you create an account with our service
• Verification request details and requirements
• Payment and billing information
• Communication records and support interactions
• Gift card information necessary for verification services

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 and analytics
• Cookies and similar tracking technologies

3. How We Use Your Information

We use collected information for the following legitimate business purposes:

• Providing professional gift card verification services
• Processing verification requests and delivering results
• Communicating with clients about services and support
• Processing payments and maintaining billing records
• Improving our services and website functionality
• Analyzing usage patterns and enhancing user experience
• Complying with legal obligations and regulatory requirements
• Protecting against fraud and unauthorized activities
• Responding to inquiries and providing customer support

4. Legal Basis for Processing

We process your personal information based on one or more of the following legal grounds:

• Performance of Contract: Processing necessary to fulfill our contractual obligations to you
• Legitimate Interests: Processing necessary for our legitimate business interests
• Consent: Processing based on your specific consent
• Legal Obligation: Processing necessary to comply with legal requirements

5. Information Sharing and Disclosure

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

• Service Providers: With trusted third-party service providers who assist in delivering our services, such as payment processors, hosting providers, and analytical services
• Legal Requirements: When required by law, court order, or government regulation
• Business Protection: To protect our rights, property, or safety, or that of our clients
• Business Transfers: In connection with mergers, acquisitions, or asset sales
• With Consent: With your explicit consent for specific purposes

6. Data Security

We implement comprehensive security measures to protect your information, including:

• Encryption of sensitive data in transit and at rest
• Secure data centers with physical and electronic access controls
• Regular security assessments and vulnerability testing
• Employee training on data protection practices
• Multi-factor authentication for system access
• Incident response procedures

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

7. Data Retention

We retain personal information only as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes for which it was collected, including:

• Providing requested services and support
• Complying with legal and regulatory obligations
• Resolving disputes and enforcing agreements
• Protecting against fraudulent or illegal activity

Gift card information used for verification services is securely disposed of according to our data retention schedule, typically within 60 days of service completion unless longer retention is required by law or contract.

8. Your Rights and Choices

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

• Access and review personal information we hold about you
• Request correction of inaccurate or incomplete information
• Request deletion of personal information (subject to legal obligations)
• Object to or restrict certain processing activities
• Request data portability
• Withdraw consent where processing is based on consent

To exercise these rights, please contact us using the information in the "Contact Us" section below. We will respond to your request in accordance with applicable laws.

9. Cookies and Tracking Technologies

Our website uses cookies and similar technologies to:

• Remember user preferences and settings
• Understand website usage patterns
• Improve site functionality and performance
• Personalize content and user experience
• Analyze marketing effectiveness

You can control cookie settings through your browser preferences. For more information, see our Cookie Policy.

10. Children's Privacy

Our services are not directed to individuals under 18 years of age. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 18. If we become aware that we have collected personal information from a child under 18, we will take steps to delete such information promptly.

11. International Data Transfers

We primarily store and process data in the United States. If you are located outside the United States, your information may be transferred to, stored, and processed in the United States where our servers are located. We implement appropriate safeguards for international data transfers in compliance with applicable privacy laws.

12. Third-Party Links and Services

Our website may contain links to third-party websites or integrate with third-party services. This Privacy Policy does not apply to those external sites or services. We encourage you to review the privacy policies of any third-party services you access.

13. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy periodically to reflect changes in our practices or applicable laws. We will notify you of material changes by posting the updated policy on our website and updating the "Last Updated" date. Continued use of our services after such changes constitutes acceptance of the updated policy.

14. Contact Us

For questions about this Privacy Policy or our privacy practices, please contact us:

15. Governing Law

This Privacy Policy is governed by the laws of the State of California, United States, without regard to its conflict of law provisions.

16. Your California Privacy Rights

California residents may have additional rights under the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA) and other state laws. For more information about these rights and how to exercise them, please see our California Privacy Notice.

17. Effective Date

This Privacy Policy is effective as of September 15, 2024, and applies to all information collected by GiftJafar Inc. from that date forward.