Privacy Policy

Last updated: March 5, 2026

Introduction

ShareWants (“we,” “our,” or “us”) is committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you use our mobile application and website.

Information We Collect

Personal Information

• Account Information: Name, email address, profile picture
• Contact Information: Phone number (optional)
• Social Connections: Friends list and connections within the app
• Profile Data: Bio, preferences, and other profile information you choose to share

Gift and Preference Data

• Gift Lists: Items you save, favorite, or add to wishlists
• Sharing Activity: Gifts you share and interactions with others’ content
• Search History: Searches performed within the app
• Preferences: Categories and types of gifts you’re interested in

Usage Information

• App Activity: Features used, time spent, navigation patterns
• Device Information: Device type, operating system, unique device identifiers
• Technical Data: IP address, browser type, app version
• Location Data: General location (city/region) if you choose to share

Communication Data

• Messages: In-app messages and communications
• Support Requests: Customer service interactions
• Feedback: Reviews, ratings, and feedback you provide

How We Use Your Information

Core App Functionality

• Create and maintain your account
• Connect you with friends and family
• Display and organize gift information
• Provide personalized recommendations
• Enable gift sharing and discovery

Communication

• Send important app updates and notifications
• Respond to your questions and support requests
• Share relevant tips and gift ideas (with your consent)

Improvement and Analytics

• Analyze app usage to improve functionality
• Understand user preferences and trends
• Fix bugs and technical issues
• Develop new features

Legal and Safety

• Comply with legal obligations
• Protect against fraud and abuse
• Enforce our Terms of Service
• Respond to legal requests

Information Sharing

With Other Users

• Public Information: Profile information you choose to make public
• Connected Friends: Gift preferences and activity you choose to share
• Group Activities: Information relevant to group gifts or shared activities

With Third Parties

We may share information with:

Service Providers

• Cloud hosting and data storage
• Analytics and app performance monitoring
• Customer support tools
• Email and notification services

Business Partners

• App stores (Apple App Store, Google Play)
• Social media platforms (for login/sharing features)
• Payment processors (for future premium features)

Legal Requirements

• Government agencies when legally required
• Law enforcement in response to valid requests
• Protection of our rights and users’ safety

We Never Sell Personal Data

We do not sell, rent, or trade your personal information to third parties for their marketing purposes.

Affiliate Links and Advertising

ShareWants participates in affiliate advertising programs, including the Amazon Services LLC Associates Program and other affiliate networks (Impact, Awin, Rakuten, eBay Partner Network). When you save a product link through our app, the link may contain affiliate tracking parameters. If you make a purchase through these links, ShareWants may earn a commission at no additional cost to you.

We are committed to only recommending products that are relevant to your wishlist and gift preferences. Affiliate relationships do not influence how products are displayed or organized within the app.

For Amazon products: As an Amazon Associate, ShareWants earns from qualifying purchases. Certain content that appears in this application comes from Amazon. This content is provided “as is” and is subject to change or removal at any time.

Your Privacy Choices

Account Settings

• Profile Visibility: Control who can see your profile information
• Gift Sharing: Choose what gift information to share and with whom
• Discovery: Decide if you can be found by others
• Notifications: Customize notification preferences

Data Rights

Depending on your location, you may have rights to:

• Access: Request a copy of your personal data
• Correction: Update or correct your information
• Deletion: Request deletion of your account and data
• Portability: Export your data in a machine-readable format
• Objection: Object to certain processing activities

Marketing Communications

You can opt out of marketing emails by:

• Using unsubscribe links in emails
• Adjusting notification settings in the app
• Contacting us directly

Data Security

Security Measures

• Encryption of data in transit and at rest
• Secure servers and databases
• Regular security assessments
• Employee access controls and training
• Two-factor authentication options

Your Role in Security

• Use strong, unique passwords
• Keep your app updated
• Don’t share account credentials
• Report suspicious activity immediately
• Be cautious about what you share publicly

Data Retention

We retain your information for as long as necessary to:

• Provide our services
• Comply with legal obligations
• Resolve disputes
• Enforce our agreements

When you delete your account:

• We remove your personal information within 30 days
• Some data may be retained for legal or security purposes
• Anonymized data may be retained for analytics

International Data Transfers

Your information may be transferred to and processed in countries other than your own. We ensure appropriate safeguards are in place, including:

• Standard contractual clauses
• Adequacy decisions
• Privacy Shield or successor frameworks
• Your explicit consent when required

Children’s Privacy

ShareWants is not intended for children under 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If we become aware that we have collected such information, we will take steps to delete it promptly.

Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We will:

• Post the updated policy on our website
• Notify you of significant changes via email or app notification
• Update the “Last updated” date at the top of this policy

Third-Party Links and Services

Our app may contain links to third-party websites or services. This Privacy Policy does not apply to those third parties. Please review their privacy policies before providing them with your information.

California Privacy Rights

If you are a California resident, you have additional rights under the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA):

• Right to know what personal information is collected
• Right to delete personal information
• Right to opt-out of the sale of personal information
• Right to non-discrimination for exercising privacy rights

European Privacy Rights

If you are in the European Economic Area, you have rights under the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR):

• Lawful basis for processing your data
• Right to access, rectify, erase, or restrict processing
• Right to data portability
• Right to object to processing
• Right to withdraw consent

Contact Us

If you have questions about this Privacy Policy or our privacy practices, please contact us:

Email: [email protected]

Mail: ShareWants Privacy Team [Address to be added]

In-App: Use the “Contact Support” feature in the app settings

Data Protection Officer

For GDPR-related inquiries, you can contact our Data Protection Officer: [DPO contact information to be added]

This Privacy Policy is effective as of the date listed above and applies to all information collected by ShareWants.