Mikes Gift List — Privacy Policy
Effective Date: October 12, 2025
1) Who We Are & Scope
This Privacy Policy explains how Mikes Gift List (“Mikes Gift List,” “we,” “us,” or “our”) collects, uses, shares, and protects personal information when you visit our website, place an order, or otherwise interact with us (together, the “Services”). We sell to customers in the United States and Canada. By using the Services, you agree to this Policy. If you do not agree, please do not use the Services.
2) The Information We Collect
We collect the information needed to operate our business, fulfill orders, personalize products, and communicate with you.
a) Information You Provide Directly
Identity & contact details: name, email address, phone number (optional), shipping and billing addresses (if provided during checkout).
Order details: items purchased, personalization inputs (e.g., names or text to be printed/engraved), order notes, return/exchange info.
Communications: content of emails or messages you send us (e.g., support requests, feedback).
Marketing preferences: your choices about receiving newsletters or promotions.
b) Information Collected Automatically (Cookies & Similar)
When you use our website, we (and our service providers) may collect IP address, device and browser type, pages viewed, time/date, referring/exit pages, approximate location (derived from IP), and interaction data used for analytics and site improvement.
c) Information from Service Providers
We may receive limited information from:
Payment processors: transaction confirmation (we do not store full card numbers).
Shipping partners: delivery status and related details.
Hosting, analytics, and anti-fraud providers: aggregated usage or risk signals.
3) How We Use Personal Information
We use personal information to:
Provide and personalize products and services
Communicate with you about orders or support
Improve and secure our Services through analytics and troubleshooting
Send marketing emails or updates (only if you opt in)
Comply with legal obligations or enforce our terms
We do not sell your personal information.
4) Marketing Emails & Your Choices
If you subscribe or opt in, we may send you newsletters or promotions. You can unsubscribe anytime by clicking the link in any marketing email or by emailing hello@mikesgiftlist.com. Even if you unsubscribe, we may still send essential non-marketing messages (like order confirmations).
5) Cookies & Analytics
We use cookies and similar technologies to operate our site, remember preferences, understand usage, and improve performance. Most browsers allow you to block or delete cookies, though certain site features may not work correctly without them. Where required by law, we will honor browser-based “Global Privacy Control (GPC)” signals as opt-outs for that device.
6) When We Share Information
We only share personal information when necessary to operate our business, including with:
Service providers: payment, shipping, email delivery, and website hosting partners
Legal or safety reasons: when required by law or to protect our rights or users
Business transfers: if we sell or reorganize our business, your information will remain protected by this Policy
All partners are required to use your information only for the purpose of providing their services to us.
7) Children’s Privacy
Our Services are not directed to children under 13, and we do not knowingly collect their information. If you believe a child has provided data to us, contact hello@mikesgiftlist.com so we can remove it.
8) International Transfers (U.S. ↔ Canada)
We serve customers in the U.S. and Canada. Your information may be stored or processed in either country (or by service providers in other jurisdictions). We take reasonable steps to ensure your information remains protected according to this Policy.
9) Security
We use reasonable administrative, technical, and physical safeguards to protect personal information from unauthorized access, loss, misuse, or alteration. However, no system is completely secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute protection.
10) Data Retention
We keep personal information only as long as necessary to:
Fulfill orders and provide services
Maintain business and tax records
Resolve disputes or enforce agreements
Meet legal requirements
When no longer needed, we delete or de-identify information within a reasonable period.
11) Your Rights & Choices
Your rights may vary depending on where you live. We will honor requests as required by law.
a) Canada (PIPEDA & Provincial Laws)
You may request access to your personal information, correction of inaccuracies, or withdraw consent for certain uses (like marketing). We’ll explain any refusal and how you can challenge our decision.
b) United States (General State Privacy Principles)
Depending on your state, you may have rights to access, delete, correct, or opt out of certain processing. We’ll respond according to applicable law.
c) Exercising Your Rights
To make a request, email hello@mikesgiftlist.com with enough detail to verify your identity (for example, your order number or the email used at checkout).
If we deny a request where allowed by law, you may appeal by replying to our decision.
In Canada, you can also contact the Office of the Privacy Commissioner of Canada or your provincial commissioner.
In the U.S., you may contact your State Attorney General.
d) Opting Out of Marketing
Click the unsubscribe link in any marketing email or email hello@mikesgiftlist.com.
e) Global Privacy Control (GPC)
Where legally required, we will treat a valid GPC signal as an opt-out for that browser or device.
12) User-Generated Content & Personalization Inputs
If you submit text or names for personalized products, please ensure you have the right to use that content and that it does not contain sensitive information. Content you post publicly (like reviews) may be visible to others.
13) Third-Party Links
Our website may contain links to third-party sites or services. We are not responsible for their privacy practices. Review their policies before sharing personal information.
14) Changes to This Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy periodically to reflect changes in our practices or legal requirements. When we do, we’ll update the effective date at the top. If changes are material, we’ll make them clear on our site.
15) Contact Us
If you have questions, requests, or complaints about privacy, please contact us:
Email: hello@mikesgiftlist.com