mediocreFriend.com is operated by Lukas Hoppe, based in Spain. You can contact us at bob@mediocrefriend.com.

You can change your cookie Preferences here:

When you use our site, we may collect:

Your name and email – to send reminders and occasional updates
Gift recipient’s info – name, birthday, relationship, etc., to generate reminders and gift suggestions
Your IP address & browser data – via cookies and analytics tools, to understand how people use the siteOptional preferences or notes – to personalize your experience

We process this data under:Consent (GDPR Art. 6.1.a) when you submit a form or accept cookiesLegitimate interest (Art. 6.1.f) for analytics and improving the serviceContractual necessity (Art. 6.1.b) if you’re using features you signed up for

We may use automated systems (including AI models) to suggest gifts based on the information you provide — such as relationships, past preferences, or timing.
These suggestions are non-binding and for your eyes only. We do not make legally significant decisions using AI.

You can always ignore the suggestions. If you’d like to know more about how recommendations are generated, just ask us.

We use cookies and tracking tools to:
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Understand how people use the site
Improve performance and usability
Offer a better, personalized experience

You’ll be asked to accept cookies when you visit. You can adjust your preferences at any time.

You’re responsible for ensuring the person you're gifting would reasonably expect you to submit their name and birthday to a service like this. We use this info only to send you reminders and gift suggestions. We do not contact recipients directly or share their info.

We retain your data as long as you have an active account or reminders set up. You can request deletion of your or your recipient’s info at any time by contacting us.

You can:
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Access your personal data
Correct or delete your data
Withdraw consent
Object to processing
Request info about any automated decisions
File a complaint with your local data protection authority

To do any of these, just email hello@mediocrefriend.com.

mediocreFriend.com helps you remember important dates and suggests gift ideas for your friends, family, or whoever. You give us the info, we send you friendly reminders and suggestions. That’s it.

During Onboarding ensure that:

- Only enter info for people you actually know - no weird stalker vibes.
- Make sure the info is accurate.
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You can remove your info or the recipient’s info at any time

We try to send reminders on time and make helpful suggestions, but we can’t guarantee perfection.

You agree not to hold us liable if something slips through the cracks or if your gift idea flops.

Use this site at your own risk. Our maximum liability is exactly zero (currency of your choice).

We may update these terms and the privacy policy as the project evolves.

If we start doing more stuff (like sending actual gifts), we’ll update this page and let you know.