Privacy Policy

1. Introduction

NextLeap ("we," "us," or "our") respects your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and protect your information when you visit our website (nextleaphq.com) or use our future services.

2. What Information We Collect

2.1 Currently (Website Only)

Information You Give Us:

• Contact Forms: Name, email, and message when you contact us
• Newsletter Signup: Email address if you subscribe to updates
• Feedback: Any suggestions or comments you send us

Automatic Information:

• Basic Website Data: Pages visited, time spent, general location (country level)
• Technical Data: Browser type, device type (no personal identification)
• Essential Cookies: Only cookies needed for website functionality (no tracking)

2.2 Future Services (When We Launch)

Chrome Extensions:

• Browser settings needed for extension functionality
• Usage data to improve features
• Error reports to fix bugs

Mobile Apps:

• Device information (type, OS version)
• App usage data and performance metrics
• Permissions you grant (camera, storage, etc.)

TV Applications:

• TV platform and model information
• App usage and viewing preferences
• Performance data

3. How We Use Your Information

3.1 Current Uses

• Respond to your messages and provide support
• Send updates about NextLeap progress (only if you subscribe)
• Improve our website based on usage patterns
• Protect against spam and security threats

3.2 Future Uses

• Provide app functionality and features
• Fix bugs and improve performance
• Develop new features based on user needs
• Send important updates about our services

4. Information Sharing

4.1 We DON'T Share Your Data With

• Advertisers or marketing companies
• Data brokers or third-party sellers
• Social media platforms (unless you choose to share)
• Anyone for profit

4.2 We MAY Share With

• Essential Service Providers: Website hosting and email delivery only
• Legal Requirements: If required by law or to protect rights and safety
• Business Transfer: If NextLeap is acquired (with advance notice to users)
• Your Consent: When you explicitly agree to sharing

5. Cookies and Tracking

5.1 Cookies We Use

• Essential Cookies Only: Required for basic website functionality
• No Analytics Cookies: We don't use Google Analytics or similar tracking
• No Marketing Cookies: No advertising or marketing tracking

5.2 Your Cookie Choices

• Browser Settings: Block or delete cookies anytime
• Simple Setup: We only use essential cookies, no tracking to opt out of
• Future Updates: When we add analytics later, you'll have full control

6. Your Privacy Rights

6.1 Your Control

• Access: Ask what information we have about you
• Correction: Update or fix your information
• Deletion: Request removal of your data
• Portability: Get a copy of your data
• Opt-out: Unsubscribe from communications anytime

6.3 Regional Rights

If you're in Europe (GDPR):

• Right to object to data processing
• Right to restrict processing
• Right to withdraw consent

If you're in California (CCPA):

• Right to know what data is collected
• Right to delete personal information
• Right to opt-out of data sales (we don't sell data anyway)

7. Data Security

7.1 How We Protect Your Data

• Encryption: Data encrypted in transit and at rest
• Secure Hosting: Professional hosting with security measures
• Limited Access: Only authorized team members access data
• Regular Updates: Security patches and monitoring

7.2 Data Breaches

• Immediate Response: Contain and investigate any breach
• User Notification: Alert affected users within 72 hours
• Transparency: Explain what happened and what we're doing
• Prevention: Implement measures to prevent future breaches

8. Data Retention

8.1 How Long We Keep Data

• Contact Form Data: 2 years (for support history)
• Newsletter Subscriptions: Until you unsubscribe
• Basic Website Logs: 1 year (no personal data tracked)
• Account Data (Future Apps): While account is active + 1 year

9. Children's Privacy

• Age Requirement: Our services are for users 13 and older
• No Child Data: We don't knowingly collect data from children under 13
• Discovery: If we find child data, we delete it immediately
• Parental Rights: Parents can contact us about their child's data

10. International Users

10.1 Global Access

• Our website can be accessed worldwide
• Future apps will be available in multiple countries
• Local laws apply to your use of our services

11. Third-Party Services

11.1 Current Third Parties

• Web Hosting: Secure hosting provider (minimal data access)
• Email Service: For contact form delivery and future newsletters
• No Analytics: We don't currently use Google Analytics or similar services

11.2 Future Third Parties

• App Stores: Apple App Store, Google Play Store
• Payment Processors: Secure payment handling
• Cloud Services: Data storage and processing

12. Updates to This Policy

12.1 When We Update

• Significant Changes: Email notification to subscribers
• Minor Updates: Posted on website with new date
• Major Changes: Prominent notice on website

13. Contact Us

14. Legal Compliance

14.1 Applicable Laws

• GDPR: European Union privacy regulation
• CCPA: California Consumer Privacy Act
• Local Laws: Privacy laws in your jurisdiction

14.2 Business Information

• Company: NextLeap
• Location: Armenia
• Type: Technology Development Company (Individual Entrepreneur)
• Future: Will incorporate as LLC when business grows