Privacy Policy for SpecialGiftTree
Last Updated: 24-12-2025
Introduction
This Privacy Policy describes how SpecialGiftTree (“we,” “us,” “our”) collects, uses, and shares information when you purchase our items, contact us, or otherwise interact with our shop and services on Etsy.com or related sites and services. It applies solely to information collected by SpecialGiftTree and does not cover the privacy practices of Etsy or third-party services you may access through Etsy. For Etsy’s privacy practices, please review the official Etsy Privacy Policy.
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1. What Information We Collect
We collect the personal information you provide or that Etsy authorizes us to use when fulfilling your orders or communicating with you. This may include:
Contact details: Your name, email address, postal address, and phone number.
Order information: Product details, shipping preference, and payment verification details.
Optional additional data: If you provide custom details for personalized items or optional communications (for example, through Etsy Messages or custom order notes).
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We collect this information to process and fulfill your orders, communicate with you about your purchase, provide customer support, and comply with applicable legal requirements.
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2. Legal Basis for Collecting and Using Information
Where applicable (such as for buyers in the EU under GDPR), we rely on the following legal bases to collect and process your information:
Performance of a contract: To fulfill your order and provide services you requested.
Consent: When you have given explicit consent to receive newsletters or marketing communication, which you can revoke at any time.
Legal obligations: To comply with tax, accounting, and other regulatory requirements.
Legitimate interests: To improve our services and comply with Etsy Seller Policy and Terms of Use.
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3. How We Share Your Information
We share information only where necessary and appropriate:
With Etsy: To provide our services and fulfill your order in compliance with Etsy Seller Policy and Terms.
Service providers: Trusted parties that assist with shipping, payment processing, order fulfillment, or customer support.
Legal and safety compliance: If required by law (for example, in response to legal requests or fraud prevention).
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We do not sell your personal information to third parties. Again, this policy does not apply to Etsy’s own data practices.
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4. How Long We Keep Personal Information
We retain your personal data only as long as necessary to:
Fulfill your orders and provide ongoing customer support.
Meet legal and regulatory obligations (such as tax reporting).
Comply with dispute resolution or enforcement of agreements.
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After a reasonable period, we securely delete or anonymize your personal information unless otherwise required by law.
5. Data Transfers Outside the EU
If your data is processed or stored outside the European Economic Area (EEA), this may involve transferring personal information to jurisdictions with different data protection laws. In such cases, we rely on applicable legal safeguards to ensure your rights are protected.
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6. Your Rights Regarding Your Personal Information (If Applicable)
Depending on your location and local law (especially within the EU), you may have rights including:
Access: Request a copy of personal information we hold.
Correction: Ask us to correct inaccurate information.
Deletion: Request deletion of your personal data, subject to legal requirements.
Restrict or object: Request restrictions on how your information is used.
Opt-out: Withdraw your consent or opt out of marketing communications at any time.
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Requests related to personal data can be directed to us via Etsy Conversations or the email listed below.
7. Contact Information
If you have questions or concerns about this privacy policy or wish to exercise your data rights, you may contact us through Etsy Conversations.