Privacy Policy

Introduction

GiftCardTutor ("we," "our," or "us") is committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you visit our website giftcardtutor.com (the "Site"). Please read this privacy policy carefully. If you do not agree with the terms of this privacy policy, please do not access the Site.

We reserve the right to make changes to this Privacy Policy at any time and for any reason. We will alert you about any changes by updating the "Last Updated" date of this Privacy Policy. You are encouraged to periodically review this Privacy Policy to stay informed of updates.

Information We Collect

Information You Provide to Us

We may collect information that you voluntarily provide to us when you:

• Contact us through our contact form or email
• Subscribe to newsletters or updates (if applicable)
• Participate in surveys or feedback requests
• Request information about our educational resources

This information may include:

• Name
• Email address
• Phone number
• Any other information you choose to provide

Automatically Collected Information

When you visit our Site, we may automatically collect certain information about your device, including:

• IP address
• Browser type and version
• Operating system
• Pages you visit and time spent on pages
• Links you click
• Referring website
• Date and time of your visit

This information is collected through cookies, web beacons, and similar tracking technologies. For more information, see our Cookie Policy.

How We Use Your Information

We use the information we collect for the following purposes:

• To Provide Educational Content: To deliver information about gift cards, including Joker gift cards, Amex gift card balance checking, and GiftCardMall services
• To Respond to Inquiries: To answer your questions and respond to your contact requests
• To Improve Our Site: To understand how visitors use our Site and improve our content and user experience
• To Send Communications: To send you updates, newsletters, or other information you have requested (you can opt out at any time)
• To Maintain Security: To monitor and analyze usage patterns to protect against unauthorized access and ensure Site security
• To Comply with Legal Obligations: To comply with applicable laws, regulations, and legal processes

How We Share Your Information

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

Service Providers

We may share your information with third-party service providers who perform services on our behalf, such as:

• Web hosting services
• Email service providers
• Analytics providers
• Technical support providers

These service providers are contractually obligated to use your information only to provide services to us and to protect your information.

Legal Requirements

We may disclose your information if required to do so by law or in response to valid requests by public authorities, including to:

• Comply with legal obligations
• Protect and defend our rights or property
• Prevent or investigate possible wrongdoing
• Protect the personal safety of users or the public

Business Transfers

If we are involved in a merger, acquisition, or sale of assets, your information may be transferred as part of that transaction. We will provide notice before your information is transferred and becomes subject to a different privacy policy.

Cookies and Tracking Technologies

We use cookies and similar tracking technologies to collect information about your browsing activities. Cookies are small data files stored on your device that help us improve our Site and your experience.

You can control cookies through your browser settings. However, disabling cookies may affect your ability to use certain features of our Site.

For detailed information about our use of cookies, please see our Cookie Policy.

Third-Party Websites

Our Site may contain links to third-party websites, including official websites for Joker gift cards, Amex gift card services, and GiftCardMall. We are not responsible for the privacy practices or content of these external sites. We encourage you to read the privacy policies of any third-party websites you visit.

GiftCardTutor is not affiliated with any gift card issuer or retailer, and we do not control how these companies collect or use your information.

Data Security

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

• Secure server infrastructure
• Encryption of data in transit
• Access controls and authentication
• Regular security assessments

However, no method of transmission over the Internet or electronic storage is 100% secure. While we strive to protect your personal information, we cannot guarantee absolute security.

Data Retention

We retain your personal information only for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this Privacy Policy, unless a longer retention period is required or permitted by law. When we no longer need your information, we will securely delete or anonymize it.

Your Privacy Rights

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

Access and Correction

You have the right to access and update your personal information. Contact us to request access to or correction of your information.

Deletion

You may request that we delete your personal information, subject to certain legal exceptions.

Opt-Out

You can opt out of receiving promotional communications from us by following the unsubscribe instructions in those communications or by contacting us directly.

Do Not Track

Some browsers have a "Do Not Track" feature. Currently, our Site does not respond to Do Not Track signals.

California Privacy Rights

If you are a California resident, you have additional rights under the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA), including the right to know what personal information we collect and how we use it, and the right to request deletion of your information.

European Privacy Rights

If you are located in the European Economic Area (EEA), you have rights under the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR), including the right to access, rectify, erase, restrict processing, and port your data.

To exercise any of these rights, please contact us at [email protected].

Children's Privacy

Our Site is not intended for children under the age of 13. 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. If we discover that we have collected information from a child under 13, we will delete that information promptly.

International Data Transfers

Your information may be transferred to and processed in countries other than your country of residence. These countries may have data protection laws that are different from the laws of your country. By using our Site, you consent to the transfer of your information to the United States and other countries where we operate.

Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices or for other operational, legal, or regulatory reasons. We will notify you of any material changes by posting the new Privacy Policy on this page and updating the "Last Updated" date.

We encourage you to review this Privacy Policy periodically to stay informed about how we are protecting your information.

Contact Us

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

Consent

By using our Site, you consent to our Privacy Policy and agree to its terms.