Privacy Policy
Last updated: December 2024
Introduction
SecretSantaGenerator is committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and safeguard your information when you use our Secret Santa generator service.
Information We Collect
We collect minimal information to provide our service:
- Participant names you enter for your Secret Santa event
- Optional budget information
- Optional exclusion rules
- Optional wish list content
- Basic usage analytics (page views, device type)
We do NOT collect:
- Email addresses
- Phone numbers
- Physical addresses
- Payment information
- Any personally identifiable information beyond names
How We Use Your Information
The information we collect is used solely to:
- Generate Secret Santa matches
- Store event data for access via your unique link
- Display wish lists to appropriate participants
- Improve our service through anonymous analytics
Data Storage and Security
Your event data is stored securely in our database. Each event is assigned a unique, hard-to-guess ID. Only people with the event link can access the event information.
We implement industry-standard security measures to protect your data from unauthorized access.
Data Retention
Event data is retained for one year after creation. After this period, events may be automatically deleted. You can request deletion of your event data at any time by contacting us.
Cookies and Tracking
We use minimal cookies for essential functionality and anonymous analytics. We do not use tracking cookies for advertising purposes.
Third-Party Services
We may use third-party services for:
- Hosting and infrastructure
- Anonymous analytics
- Affiliate links (Amazon, Etsy) on our gift ideas page
These services have their own privacy policies and we encourage you to review them.
Your Rights
You have the right to:
- Access your event data
- Request deletion of your event
- Opt out of analytics tracking
Children's Privacy
Our service is not directed to children under 13. We do not knowingly collect information from children under 13.
Changes to This Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify users of any material changes by updating the "Last updated" date.
Contact Us
If you have questions about this Privacy Policy, please contact us through our website.