Privacy Policy

1. Information We Collect

We collect minimal information necessary to provide our services:

2. How We Use Your Information

We use your information solely for the following purposes:

• Balance Checking: To retrieve your current gift card balance from card issuers
• Card Registration: To help you protect and recover lost or stolen cards
• Security: To detect and prevent fraud, abuse, and unauthorized access
• Service Improvement: To analyze usage patterns and improve our platform
• Communication: To respond to your inquiries and provide customer support

3. Data Storage and Security

No Data Storage Policy

MyGift operates on a strict no-storage policy. When you check your gift card balance:

• Your card details are transmitted securely using 256-bit SSL encryption
• We query the card issuer's database in real-time
• Your card information is never stored on our servers
• All data is immediately discarded after the transaction completes

Security Measures

We implement industry-leading security measures:

• 256-bit SSL/TLS encryption for all data transmission
• PCI DSS compliant infrastructure
• Regular security audits and penetration testing
• Secure, SOC 2 Type II certified data centers
• Two-factor authentication for administrative access

4. Information Sharing

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

• Card Issuers: To retrieve your balance (required for service)
• Law Enforcement: When required by law or to protect our rights
• Service Providers: Trusted partners who assist in operating our website (under strict confidentiality agreements)

5. Cookies and Tracking

We use minimal cookies to enhance your experience:

• Essential Cookies: Required for basic site functionality
• Analytics Cookies: Help us understand how visitors interact with our site (anonymized)
• Preference Cookies: Remember your settings and preferences

You can control cookies through your browser settings. Disabling cookies may affect site functionality.

6. Your Rights

Depending on your location, you may have the following rights regarding your personal data:

• Access: Request a copy of your personal information
• Correction: Request correction of inaccurate data
• Deletion: Request deletion of your personal information
• Portability: Request transfer of your data to another service
• Objection: Object to certain types of processing

To exercise these rights, please contact us at privacy@mygift.com.

7. Children's Privacy

Our services are 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.

8. International Data Transfers

Your information may be transferred to and processed in countries other than your country of residence. These countries may have different data protection laws. We ensure appropriate safeguards are in place to protect your information when transferred internationally.

9. 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.

10. Contact Us

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

• Email: privacy@mygift.com
• Address: MyGift Inc., 123 Security Plaza, Suite 100, San Francisco, CA 94105
• Phone: 1-800-MYGIFT-1