Privacy Policy

Last updated: May 2026 · thegoodboyfriends.com

The Good Boyfriends ("we," "us," or "our") operates thegoodboyfriends.com. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and protect information when you use our website and services.

1. Information We Collect

We may collect the following types of information:

Email address — if you voluntarily subscribe to our email list or create an account
Usage data — pages visited, time on site, browser type, and general location (country/region) via standard web analytics
Quiz responses — if you use our personalization quiz, your answers are stored locally in your browser and are not transmitted to our servers
Forum posts — if you post in our community forum, your post content and display name are stored on our servers

2. How We Use Your Information

To send you gift guides and updates if you have subscribed (you can unsubscribe at any time)
To improve and personalise the website experience
To moderate community forum content
To analyse site traffic and usage patterns

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

3. Cookies & Tracking

We use cookies and similar technologies to remember your preferences and analyse site traffic. You can disable cookies in your browser settings, though some features of the site may not function correctly as a result.

We may use third-party analytics tools (such as Google Analytics) that collect anonymised usage data. These tools operate under their own privacy policies.

4. Affiliate Links

Some product links on our site are affiliate links. When you click these links and make a purchase, we may earn a small commission at no additional cost to you. We only recommend products we believe are genuinely great gifts.

5. Third-Party Services

Our site may use the following third-party services, each governed by their own privacy policies:

Pinterest API — for surfacing trending product content
Google Fonts — for typography
Amazon Associates — for affiliate product links

6. Data Storage & Security

Your data is stored on secure servers. We implement reasonable technical measures to protect your information from unauthorised access, alteration, or disclosure. However, no method of transmission over the internet is 100% secure.

We retain email subscriber data until you unsubscribe. Forum post data is retained until you request deletion or your account is removed.

7. Your Rights

You have the right to:

Request access to the personal data we hold about you
Request correction or deletion of your data
Unsubscribe from email communications at any time
Request removal of your forum posts

To exercise any of these rights, contact us at support@thegoodboyfriends.com.

8. Children's Privacy

Our site is not directed at children under 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children. If you believe we have inadvertently collected such information, please contact us immediately.

9. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Changes will be posted on this page with an updated date. Continued use of the site after changes are posted constitutes acceptance of the updated policy.

10. Contact

If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy, please contact us at:
support@thegoodboyfriends.com
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