Privacy Policy for Give a Buck

Last updated: 2026-01-21

Give a Buck (“we”, “us”, “our”) operates a donation platform that allows users to create fundraisers and donate to causes they care about. Protecting your privacy and personal data is important to us. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, store, and protect your personal information when you use our website and services.

1. Who We Are

Give a Buck is the data controller for the personal data processed through the platform.

If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy or how we handle your data, you can contact us at:

Email: info@giveabuck.dk
Website: https://www.giveabuck.dk
Company: Give a Buck / Big Web / CVR DK35128247

2. What Data We Collect

We only collect personal data that is necessary to operate the platform.

a) Data You Provide

Depending on how you use the platform, we may collect:

• Name
• Email address
• Donation amount
• Optional message or comment attached to a donation
• Fundraiser details (title, description, images)
• Payment-related metadata (never full card details)

b) Automatically Collected Data

When you visit our website, we may automatically collect:

• IP address
• Browser type and version
• Device information
• Pages visited and interactions
• Date and time of access

This data is used for security, analytics, and platform improvement.

3. Payment Information

All payments on Give a Buck are processed by Stripe, a PCI-compliant payment provider.

• We do not store credit card numbers or sensitive payment information.
• Stripe processes payment data according to their own privacy policy.

You can read more about Stripe’s privacy practices on their website.

4. How We Use Your Data

We use your personal data to:

• Process donations and payouts
• Create and manage fundraisers
• Send receipts and transactional emails
• Provide customer support
• Prevent fraud and abuse
• Improve and maintain the platform
• Comply with legal obligations

We never sell your personal data.

5. Legal Basis for Processing (GDPR)

We process personal data under the following legal bases:

• Contractual necessity – to provide our services
• Legal obligation – accounting, fraud prevention, compliance
• Legitimate interest – improving the platform and ensuring security
• Consent – where explicitly given (e.g. newsletters)

6. Data Sharing

We only share personal data with trusted third parties when necessary:

• Payment providers (e.g. Stripe)
• Hosting and infrastructure providers
• Email delivery services
• Analytics and monitoring services

All third parties are required to handle data securely and in accordance with GDPR.

7. International Data Transfers

Some of our service providers may process data outside the EU/EEA.
When this happens, we ensure appropriate safeguards are in place, such as Standard Contractual Clauses approved by the European Commission.

8. Data Retention

We retain personal data only for as long as necessary:

• Donation and transaction data: as required by accounting and legal obligations
• Account data: for as long as the account is active
• Analytics data: anonymized or aggregated where possible

When data is no longer needed, it is securely deleted.

9. Your Rights

Under GDPR, you have the right to:

• Access your personal data
• Request correction of inaccurate data
• Request deletion of your data
• Restrict or object to processing
• Data portability
• Withdraw consent at any time

To exercise your rights, contact us at [insert contact email].

10. Cookies

Give a Buck uses cookies and similar technologies to:

• Ensure the website functions properly
• Improve performance and user experience
• Analyze usage patterns

You can manage or disable cookies through your browser settings.
For more details, see our Cookie Policy (if applicable).

11. Security

We take data security seriously and use appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect your data, including:

• Encrypted connections (HTTPS)
• Secure infrastructure
• Limited access to personal data
• Regular security reviews

However, no system is completely secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.

12. Children’s Privacy

Give a Buck is not intended for children under the age of 16.
We do not knowingly collect personal data from children.

13. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time.
Any changes will be published on this page, with the “Last updated” date adjusted accordingly.

14. Contact

If you have questions, concerns, or complaints regarding this Privacy Policy or your data, please contact us at:

Email: info@giveabuck.dk

You also have the right to lodge a complaint with your local data protection authority.