Privacy Policy

Last Updated: October 15, 2025

1. Introduction

Welcome to GiftSpo ("we," "our," or "us"). We are committed to protecting your privacy and personal information. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you use our gift list management platform at https://www.giftspo.co/ (the "Service").

2. Information We Collect

2.1 Information You Provide

  • Account Information: Email address, password (encrypted), display name, and optional profile information
  • Profile Data: Username, avatar, bio, and privacy settings
  • Gift Lists: List names, descriptions, gift items, notes, and preferences
  • User-Generated Content: Comments, messages, and any other content you create on the Service

2.2 Automatically Collected Information

  • Usage Data: Pages visited, features used, and interaction patterns
  • Device Information: Browser type, device type, operating system, and IP address
  • Cookies: Authentication tokens and preferences (required for Service functionality)

3. Email Communications and Opt-In

3.1 Email Types

By creating an account, you consent to receive the following types of emails:

Essential Account Emails (Cannot be disabled)

  • Email verification and confirmation
  • Password reset requests
  • Magic link login authentication
  • Email address change confirmations
  • Security alerts and account notifications

Activity Notifications (Can be managed)

  • Follow requests and acceptances
  • List and item sharing notifications
  • Collaboration invitations
  • Gift claim notifications

3.2 Managing Email Preferences

You can manage your notification preferences at any time by visiting your Account Settings page. Each notification email includes an unsubscribe link. Essential security and authentication emails cannot be disabled as they are required for account functionality.

4. How We Use Your Information

We use your information to:

  • Provide, maintain, and improve the Service
  • Create and manage your account
  • Enable gift list creation, sharing, and collaboration
  • Send you essential account and security notifications
  • Send you activity notifications based on your preferences
  • Respond to your comments, questions, and support requests
  • Detect, prevent, and address technical issues and security threats
  • Analyze usage patterns to improve user experience

5. 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:

  • With Your Consent: When you explicitly share gift lists or profiles with other users
  • Service Providers: Third-party services that help us operate (e.g., Supabase for authentication, Postmark for email delivery)
  • Legal Requirements: When required by law, court order, or government request
  • Business Transfers: In connection with a merger, acquisition, or sale of assets

6. Data Security

We implement appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect your personal information against unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction. This includes:

  • Encryption of passwords and sensitive data
  • Secure HTTPS connections for all communications
  • Regular security audits and updates
  • Access controls and authentication requirements

However, no method of transmission over the Internet is 100% secure. While we strive to protect your data, we cannot guarantee its absolute security.

7. Your Rights and Choices

You have the right to:

  • Access: Request a copy of your personal information
  • Correction: Update or correct your information through your account settings
  • Deletion: Request deletion of your account and associated data
  • Opt-Out: Unsubscribe from notification emails (excluding essential account emails)
  • Data Portability: Request your data in a portable format

To exercise these rights, please contact us or use the settings available in your account.

8. Children's Privacy

The Service is not intended for children under 13 years of age. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If we learn that we have collected information from a child under 13, we will delete that information promptly.

9. 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. By using the Service, you consent to such transfers.

10. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify you of any changes by posting the new Privacy Policy on this page and updating the "Last Updated" date. Continued use of the Service after changes constitutes acceptance of the updated policy.

11. Contact Us

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

Email: support@giftspo.co
Website: https://www.giftspo.co