Privacy Policy
Effective Date: 27 May 2026
Last Updated: 27 May 2026
Below is our privacy policy, it outlines how we use your data but the bottom line is we will never sell or trade your data.
This Privacy Policy explains how Gainsy (“Gainsy”, “we”, “our”, or “us”) collects, uses, stores, and protects your personal information when you use:
the website located at www.gainsy.co.uk; and
the web application located at app.gainsy.co.uk
(collectively, the “Services”).
By using the Services, you agree to the collection and use of information in accordance with this Privacy Policy.
Who We Are
Gainsy provides software tools that help users upload and manually enter trading transaction data in order to calculate capital gains and related tax information.
If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy or your personal data, you may contact us at:
Email: [email protected]
Information We Collect
We may collect and process the following categories of information.
- Account Information
When you create an account, we may collect:
Name
Email address
Login credentials and authentication identifiers
Account preferences and settings
Authentication is handled through Auth0.
- Trading and Financial Data
To provide our Services, users may upload or manually enter trading transaction information, including:
Asset names and symbols
Buy and sell transactions
Dates and times of trades
Quantities and prices
Fees and transaction costs
Capital gains and losses calculations
Tax-related calculation outputs
We do not provide financial advice, investment advice, or tax advice.
- Payment Information
Payments are processed securely through Stripe. We do not store full payment card details on our systems.
Stripe may collect:
Billing name and address
Payment method details
Transaction information
Subscription and invoice records
- Technical and Usage Information
We may automatically collect:
IP address
Browser type and version
Device information
Operating system
Log data
Usage analytics
Session information
Cookies and similar technologies
- Communications
If you contact us, we may collect:
Email correspondence
Support requests
Feedback and survey responses
How We Use Your Information
We use personal data for the following purposes:
To provide and maintain the Services
To calculate capital gains and related tax outputs
To authenticate users and secure accounts
To process payments and subscriptions
To communicate with users about accounts or support requests
To improve and develop the Services
To monitor usage and prevent fraud or abuse
To comply with legal obligations
To enforce our terms and policies
Legal Bases for Processing (UK GDPR)
Where UK data protection laws apply, we rely on the following legal bases:
Contractual Necessity
Processing is necessary to provide the Services you request.
Legitimate Interests
We process information for legitimate business interests, including:
Improving our platform
Securing our Services
Preventing fraud
Analysing usage and performance
Legal Obligations
We may process information to comply with applicable laws and regulations.
Consent
Where required, we rely on your consent for specific processing activities such as optional marketing communications.
Authentication and Third-Party Services
- Auth0
We use Auth0 to manage authentication, login security, and account access.
Auth0 may process authentication-related information such as:
Email address
Login activity
Device and IP information
Security and authentication metadata
Your use of authentication features may also be subject to Auth0’s privacy practices.
- Stripe
We use Stripe to process payments and manage subscriptions.
Stripe processes payment information directly and securely. We do not store complete payment card details.
Your payment information is subject to Stripe’s privacy practices and security procedures.
- Other Service Providers
We may use trusted third-party providers for:
Cloud hosting
Data storage
Analytics
Monitoring and error reporting
Email delivery
Customer support
These providers only receive information necessary to perform services on our behalf.
Data Sharing
We do not sell your personal data.
We may share information:
With service providers acting on our behalf
With payment and authentication providers
Where required by law or legal process
To protect our legal rights or prevent fraud
In connection with a merger, acquisition, or business transfer
With your consent or at your direction
Data Retention
We retain personal data only for as long as necessary to:
Provide the Services
Comply with legal obligations
Resolve disputes
Enforce agreements
Maintain legitimate business records
Retention periods may vary depending on the type of information and applicable legal requirements.
Security
We implement reasonable technical and organisational measures designed to protect personal information against:
Unauthorised access
Disclosure
Alteration
Loss
Misuse
However, no method of electronic transmission or storage is completely secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.
International Transfers
Your information may be processed or stored in countries outside the United Kingdom.
Where international transfers occur, we take appropriate safeguards to protect personal data in accordance with applicable data protection laws.
Your Rights
Depending on your location and applicable law, you may have the right to:
Access your personal data
Correct inaccurate information
Request deletion of your data
Restrict or object to processing
Request data portability
Withdraw consent where processing is based on consent
Lodge a complaint with a supervisory authority
To exercise your rights, contact us at [email protected].
Cookies and Tracking Technologies
We may use cookies and similar technologies to:
Keep users signed in
Improve functionality
Analyse traffic and usage
Remember preferences
Enhance security
You can manage cookie preferences through your browser settings.
If required by law, we will request consent before placing non-essential cookies.
Children’s Privacy
The Services are not directed to an individual under the age of 18.
We do not knowingly collect personal information from children.
If we become aware that personal information from a child has been collected unlawfully, we will take appropriate steps to delete it.
Changes to This Privacy Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time.
Any changes will be posted on this page with an updated “Last Updated” date.
Where required by law, we will notify users of material changes.
Contact Us
If you have any questions, concerns, or requests regarding this Privacy Policy or your personal information, contact:
Gainsy
Website: www.gainsy.co.uk
Application: app.gainsy.co.uk
Email: [email protected]
Disclaimer
Gainsy provides software tools for informational and calculation purposes only.
Nothing in the Services constitutes:
Financial advice
Investment advice
Tax advice
Legal advice
Accounting advice
Users are responsible for reviewing and verifying all calculations and obtaining professional advice where appropriate.