1. Introduction

Welcome to GiftRise.org ("we," "our," or "us"). This Privacy Policy explains how we handle information when you visit our educational website. As a purely educational resource, we are committed to protecting your privacy.

2. Information We Do NOT Collect

GiftRise.org does NOT collect, store, or process:

• Gift card numbers or PINs
• Credit card or payment information
• Personal identification details
• Financial account information
• Social security numbers
• Passwords or login credentials

3. Minimal Information Collection

Our website operates on a minimal data collection model. We may collect only the following non-personal information:

• Server Logs: Standard web server logs that include IP addresses, browser type, and pages visited for technical maintenance purposes only
• Cookies: Basic functional cookies necessary for website operation (see our Cookie Policy for details)
• Contact Form Data: If you choose to contact us, we collect only the information you voluntarily provide (name, email) to respond to your inquiry

4. How We Use Information

Any minimal information we collect is used solely for:

• Maintaining and improving our educational website
• Responding to your questions or support requests
• Ensuring website security and preventing abuse
• Analyzing general website traffic patterns (aggregated data only)

5. Third-Party Services

GiftRise.org does not use third-party advertising services, analytics tools, or social media plugins that track user behavior. We maintain complete control over our website infrastructure.

6. Data Sharing and Disclosure

We do NOT sell, rent, or share any information with third parties, except:

• When required by law or legal process
• To protect our rights, property, or safety
• With your explicit consent

7. Children's Privacy

Our educational website is designed for general audiences. We do not knowingly collect any information from children under 13. If you are a parent or guardian and believe your child has provided information to us, please contact us immediately.

8. Data Security

We implement industry-standard security measures to protect our website and any minimal data we may collect. However, since we do not collect sensitive personal or financial information, the risk to your privacy is minimal.

9. Your Rights

You have the right to:

• Access any information we may have collected
• Request deletion of your contact form submissions
• Opt-out of any future communications
• Browse our website without providing any personal information

10. Educational Purpose Disclaimer

Important: GiftRise.org is an educational resource only. We do not process gift card transactions, verify balances, or handle any financial services. Never enter real gift card information on our website.

11. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy periodically to reflect changes in our practices or legal requirements. The "Last Updated" date at the top indicates when the policy was last revised. We encourage you to review this page regularly.

12. Contact Us

If you have questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy, please contact us:

GiftRise.org LLC
341 Financial Plaza, Suite 433
New York, NY 10003
United States
Email: [email protected]
Phone: +1 (555) 443-1553