1. Acceptance of Terms
By accessing or using the website located at info-giftcards.com (the "Site"), you agree to be bound by these Terms of Use. If you do not agree to these terms, please do not use this Site.
2. Nature of This Site
GiftCardEdu is an independent educational website. The Site provides general informational content about gift cards in the United States, including how they work, how to check balances safely, and how to avoid fraud. This Site is not a financial institution, retailer, gift card issuer, or payment processor.
3. Not Professional Advice
All content on this Site is provided for general educational and informational purposes only. Nothing on this Site constitutes legal, financial, tax, or professional advice. The information provided may not be current, complete, or applicable to your specific situation.
For advice about your specific circumstances, consult a qualified professional. For questions about a specific gift card, contact the card's issuer directly through official channels.
4. Non-Affiliation Disclaimer
GiftCardEdu is an independent website. We are not affiliated with, sponsored by, endorsed by, or associated with:
- Amazon, Amazon.com, Inc., or Amazon Pay
- Apple Inc., Apple Store, App Store, or iTunes
- Google LLC, Google Play, or YouTube
- Visa Inc. or Visa prepaid card programs
- Mastercard International or Mastercard prepaid card programs
- American Express or any Amex prepaid card program
- Walmart, Target, Best Buy, or any other retailer
- Any other gift card issuer, retailer, bank, or financial institution
Any reference to brand names on this Site is for informational and educational purposes only and does not constitute or imply affiliation, endorsement, or sponsorship.
5. Intellectual Property
The original educational content, text, and organization of this Site are owned by GiftCardEdu and protected by copyright law. You may view, print, and share individual pages for personal, non-commercial, educational purposes, provided you include a clear attribution to GiftCardEdu (info-giftcards.com) and a link to the source page. Commercial reproduction, resale, or systematic copying of site content without prior written permission is prohibited.
6. Accuracy and Currency of Information
We make every reasonable effort to ensure the information on this Site is accurate and up to date. However, gift card rules, fees, and laws may change, and we cannot guarantee that all information is current at the time you read it. We disclaim any liability for inaccuracies, omissions, or outdated information.
Laws governing gift cards vary by state, and this Site provides information based primarily on federal law. State-specific rules may differ.
7. Third-Party Links
This Site may contain links to third-party websites for informational purposes (such as links to government agencies like the FTC or CFPB). We do not endorse, control, or take responsibility for the content of any third-party site. Accessing third-party sites is at your own risk and subject to those sites' own terms and privacy policies.
8. Advertising
This Site displays advertisements through Google AdSense. These advertisements are provided by Google and may be targeted based on your browsing history. GiftCardEdu does not control the specific ads displayed and does not endorse the products or services advertised. Advertised products and services are not affiliated with or recommended by GiftCardEdu.
9. Limitation of Liability
To the maximum extent permitted by law, GiftCardEdu and its operators shall not be liable for any direct, indirect, incidental, consequential, or exemplary damages arising from:
- Your use of or reliance on content from this Site
- Your purchase, use, or loss of any gift card
- Any gift card fraud, scam, or theft that you experience
- Any error, omission, or inaccuracy in the content of this Site
- Any interruption, suspension, or unavailability of this Site
This limitation applies even if we have been advised of the possibility of such damages.
10. Indemnification
You agree to indemnify and hold harmless GiftCardEdu and its operators from any claims, losses, damages, costs, or expenses (including reasonable legal fees) arising from your violation of these Terms of Use or your use of the Site.
11. Prohibited Uses
You may not use this Site to:
- Collect or harvest any user information
- Submit false, misleading, or fraudulent information through any contact forms
- Attempt to gain unauthorized access to any part of the Site or its servers
- Scrape or systematically extract content for commercial purposes without permission
- Use the Site for any unlawful purpose
12. Modifications
We reserve the right to modify these Terms of Use at any time. Changes will be effective upon posting to the Site. Continued use of the Site after changes are posted constitutes your acceptance of the updated terms. We will update the "Last updated" date at the top of this page when changes are made.
13. Governing Law
These Terms of Use are governed by the laws of the United States. Any disputes shall be subject to the exclusive jurisdiction of the applicable courts.
14. Contact
For questions about these Terms of Use, please contact us through our Contact page.