The Gifting Gateway Privacy Policy

Last Updated: January 2026

The Gifting Gateway ("Gifting Gateway," "we," "us," or "our") is a brand owned and operated by 216 Ventures LLC, an Ohio limited liability company. We are committed to protecting the privacy and personal information of both the travel professionals and businesses who use our platform ("Agents") and the individuals who receive gifts on their behalf ("Recipients").

This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, store, and protect personal information in connection with our website, www.thegiftinggateway.com (the "Website"), and related services (collectively, the "Services").

By using our Services, you agree to the practices described in this Privacy Policy.

1. Information We Collect

We may collect the following categories of information:

Agent Information

  • Name and business name.
  • Email address and phone number.
  • Billing and shipping information.
  • Account and order details.
  • Branding assets submitted for customization, including logos, trademarks, and designs.

Recipient Information

  • Recipient name.
  • Shipping address.
  • Other information necessary to fulfill and deliver gift orders.

Payment Information

All payments are processed securely through Square, our third-party payment processor. We do not collect, store, or retain credit card numbers, banking details, or other sensitive financial information.

2. How We Use Your Information

We use collected information solely for legitimate business purposes, including:

  • Processing and fulfilling gift orders.
  • Producing customized or branded products.
  • Shipping items to designated recipients.
  • Communicating with Agents regarding orders, proofs, delivery, or support inquiries.
  • Administering accounts and rewards programs.
  • Maintaining internal records for accounting, legal, and operational purposes.

We do not sell personal data and do not use Agent or Recipient information for marketing purposes without explicit consent.

3. Information Sharing & Disclosure

We do not sell, rent, or trade personal information. Information may be shared only as necessary to:

  • Fulfill and deliver orders, such as with shipping carriers and fulfillment partners.
  • Process payments through Square.
  • Operate technical services supporting our Website and order systems.
  • Comply with applicable laws, regulations, subpoenas, or legal requests.

All third parties are provided only the information required to perform their specific function.

4. Cookies & Website Analytics

Our Website may use cookies or similar technologies to support functionality, improve performance, and understand how visitors interact with our site.

Cookies may collect:

  • Browser type and device information.
  • General usage data, including pages viewed and session duration.

You may adjust your browser settings to disable cookies; however, certain features of the Website may not function properly as a result.

5. Data Security

We implement reasonable administrative, technical, and physical safeguards to protect personal information, including:

  • Secure hosting environments.
  • Restricted internal access to personal data.
  • SSL encryption for data transmitted through our Website.
  • Use of Square for all payment processing to prevent direct handling of financial data.

While no system is completely secure, we take commercially reasonable steps to protect your information.

6. Data Retention

We retain personal information only for as long as reasonably necessary to:

  • Complete order fulfillment.
  • Maintain transaction and account records.
  • Comply with legal, tax, or accounting obligations.

When information is no longer required, it is securely deleted or anonymized.

7. Your Rights & Choices

Subject to applicable law, you may have the right to:

  • Request access to personal information we hold about you.
  • Request corrections to inaccurate or incomplete data.
  • Request deletion of personal data, subject to legal or operational requirements.

Requests may be submitted to admin@216venturesllc.com.

8. Children's Privacy

The Gifting Gateway does not knowingly collect personal information from individuals under the age of 18. Our Services are intended for business and professional use only.

9. Third-Party Websites

Our Website may contain links to third-party websites. We are not responsible for the privacy practices, content, or policies of those external sites. We encourage users to review the privacy policies of any third-party websites they visit.

10. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Any changes will be posted on this page with an updated "Last Updated" date. Continued use of the Services constitutes acceptance of the revised policy.

11. Contact Information

If you have questions or concerns regarding this Privacy Policy or our data practices, please contact:

The Gifting Gateway
A brand owned and operated by 216 Ventures LLC
Email: admin@216venturesllc.com
Website: www.thegiftinggateway.com