Effective Date: 1st February 2025
Last Updated: 1st February 2025

1. Introduction
Welcome to Our Gifted Kids (“we,” “our,” or “us”). We are committed to protecting your privacy and ensuring your personal data is handled securely and transparently.

This Privacy Policy explains:

What data we collect
How we use your data
Your rights under GDPR
By using our website (www.ourgiftedkids.com) and our services, you agree to the terms outlined in this policy.

2. What Personal Data We Collect & Why
Under GDPR, we must specify the legal basis for collecting your data. We collect the following information:

a) Personal Data You Provide
When you sign up, purchase, or contact us, we collect:

Name & Email Address – To create your account, send newsletters, and provide customer support. (Legal Basis: Consent / Contract Performance)
Billing Address & Payment Details – To process payments securely via third-party providers. (Legal Basis: Contract Performance)
Membership & Course Data – To track your progress and grant access to materials. (Legal Basis: Legitimate Interest)
b) Data We Collect Automatically
We use cookies and analytics tools (e.g., Google Analytics) to collect:

IP Address & Location (if applicable) – To monitor site traffic and prevent fraud. (Legal Basis: Legitimate Interest)
Browser Type & Settings – To optimize website experience. (Legal Basis: Legitimate Interest)
Pages Visited & Time Spent – To improve content and user experience. (Legal Basis: Legitimate Interest)
c) Special Category Data
We do not collect sensitive personal data (e.g., health, race, political views) unless explicitly provided with consent.

3. How We Use Your Data
We use your data to:

Provide and improve our services, including processing memberships and delivering courses
Process payments securely (handled by third-party payment processors such as Stripe and PayPal)
Send newsletters and updates with your consent (you can unsubscribe anytime)
Ensure website security and prevent fraud
We never sell your data to third parties.

4. Data Sharing & Third-Party Services
We only share your data when necessary, including with:

Payment Processors (e.g., Stripe, PayPal) – To process transactions securely
Email Services (e.g., Mailchimp, ConvertKit) – To send newsletters and updates
Analytics Providers (e.g., Google Analytics) – To improve website performance
Some of these providers may be outside the EU/UK. In such cases, we ensure GDPR-compliant safeguards, such as Standard Contractual Clauses (SCCs).

5. How Long We Store Your Data
We retain personal data only for as long as necessary:

Account Data – Until you delete your account or after 12 months of inactivity
Payment Data – As required by tax and accounting laws (typically 7 years)
Marketing Data – Until you unsubscribe (opt-out link in every email)
When data is no longer needed, we securely delete or anonymize it.
You can manually delete your account by visiting your ‘Edit profile’ page and selecting ‘Close account’, which will delete all the data related to your account.

6. Your Rights Under GDPR
Under GDPR, you have the right to:

Access Your Data – Request a copy of your personal information
Correct Your Data – Update inaccurate or incomplete details
Delete Your Data – Request account deletion unless legal obligations prevent it
Restrict Processing – Ask us to limit how we use your data
Object to Processing – Stop us from using your data for direct marketing
Data Portability – Request your data in a machine-readable format
Withdraw Consent – Unsubscribe from emails at any time
To exercise these rights, contact us at sophia@ourgiftedkids.com.

If you are unhappy with how we handle your data, you have the right to file a complaint with your local Data Protection Authority (DPA).

7. Cookies & Tracking Technologies
We use cookies to:

Improve site functionality
Remember login details
Analyze site traffic
You can manage or disable cookies via your browser settings.

For more details, see our [Cookie Policy] (if applicable).

8. Data Security Measures
We take appropriate security measures to protect your data, including:

SSL encryption for secure data transmission
Strict access controls (only authorized personnel can access your data)
Regular security audits to identify vulnerabilities
However, no online system is completely secure—always use strong passwords and be cautious when sharing personal details.

9. Automated Decision-Making & Profiling
We do not use automated decision-making that significantly affects users. If we introduce AI-driven recommendations in the future, we will ensure transparency and human oversight.

10. Updates to This Privacy Policy
We may update this policy periodically to reflect changes in regulations or services.

Last Updated: 1st February 2025
If major changes occur, we will notify you via email.
11. Contact Us
For any questions about this Privacy Policy or your data rights, reach out to us using the contact form.

Data Controller: Our Gifted Kids