Privacy Policy

Last updated: October 2025

This Privacy Policy describes how my-gift-guide.co.uk (“we”, “us”, “our”) collects, uses, and protects your personal data in accordance with the UK General Data Protection Regulation (UK GDPR) and the Data Protection Act 2018.

1. Who We Are

My Gift Guide is a personal wishlist and sharing platform based in the United Kingdom. We operate the website https://my-gift-guide.co.uk.

For any privacy-related questions, you can contact us at:

Email: support@my-gift-guide.co.uk

2. Information We Collect

When you register and use the Website, we collect the following information:

• First name
• Last name
• Preferred name
• Email address

This data is provided directly by you when you create an account or update your profile.

3. How We Use Your Information

We use your personal information solely for the following purposes:

• To create and manage your account
• To authenticate your login and provide secure access
• To send essential service-related emails (such as password resets or important system notices)
• To maintain and improve the functionality of the Website

We do not use your personal data for marketing, advertising, or profiling purposes without your explicit consent.

4. Cookies

We use small text files (“cookies”) that are stored on your device to keep you logged in and maintain your session. These are classified as essential cookies and are necessary for the website to function correctly.

We do not use analytics, tracking, or advertising cookies.

5. Sharing of Information

We do not sell, rent, or trade your personal information to any third parties.

Your data is only used internally by My Gift Guide for legitimate operational purposes as outlined above.

6. Data Storage and Security

All data is stored securely using industry-standard encryption and access controls. We take appropriate technical and organisational measures to protect your information against loss, misuse, or unauthorised access.

We retain personal data only for as long as necessary to operate your account or comply with legal obligations.

7. User-Generated Content and Circles

When you create or join circles, the information you choose to share—such as wishlists and items—will be visible to other members of that circle. Please use discretion when sharing personal or sensitive information within circles.

We are not responsible for how other users within your circles view or use the information you choose to make visible.

8. Your Data Protection Rights

Under the UK GDPR, you have the right to:

• Access the personal data we hold about you
• Request correction of inaccurate data
• Request deletion of your data (“right to be forgotten”)
• Object to or restrict processing in certain circumstances
• Request a copy of your data in a portable format

To exercise any of these rights, please contact us at support@my-gift-guide.co.uk.

9. Legal Basis for Processing

We process your personal data on the following lawful bases:

• Contractual necessity: to provide you with access to your account and the Website’s features.
• Legitimate interests: to maintain the integrity and security of the Website.
• Legal obligation: to comply with applicable laws or regulations.

10. Third-Party Links

The Website allows users to share links to third-party websites. We do not control, verify, or endorse the content or practices of those sites. Clicking on external links is at your own risk, and we are not responsible for how third parties handle your data.

11. Children’s Privacy

This Website is not intended for use by anyone under the age of 13. We do not knowingly collect personal data from children. If you believe a child has provided us with personal data, please contact us immediately.

12. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Any changes will be posted on this page with an updated “last modified” date. You are encouraged to review this page periodically to stay informed.

13. Complaints

If you have concerns about how we handle your personal data, please contact us first so we can try to resolve the issue. You also have the right to lodge a complaint with the Information Commissioner’s Office (ICO) at www.ico.org.uk.

Thank you for trusting My Gift Guide.