Effective Date: 01/03/2025

WomenNext Ventures ("we," "us," or "our") is committed to protecting your privacy and maintaining the highest standards of data protection. This Privacy Policy describes how we collect, use, store, protect, and disclose your information when you access our website, use our platform, book sessions, interact with coaches or mentors, or otherwise engage with our services.

By accessing or using WomenNext Ventures, you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agree to the practices described in this Privacy Policy.

1. Information We Collect

We may collect information in several ways, including data you provide directly, data collected automatically, and data from third-party integrations.

A. Personal Information (Provided by You)

This includes information that identifies you individually:

Full name

Email address

Phone number

Country of residence

Mailing or billing address

Payment and transaction information

Professional background (required for coaches/mentors)

Languages spoken

Profile image (optional)

B. Account Information

Username and login credentials

Profile details (bio, preferences, expertise)

Availability calendar (for coaches/mentors)

Verification documents (certifications, identification if required)

C. Usage Data (Collected Automatically)

We may automatically collect:

Pages visited

Time spent on each page

Session booking history

Click behavior & navigation patterns

Device type, operating system, browser type

IP address & approximate location

Cookies and tracking identifiers

Error logs & crash diagnostics

D. Communication Data

Messages exchanged between users and coaches

Emails sent to our support team

Feedback, surveys, and reviews

Voice notes or attachments (if used)

E. Payment Data

Payments are processed securely via third-party providers.

We never store full credit card numbers.

We may collect:

Transaction IDs

Date/time of transaction

Payment method type

Partial card information (last 4 digits only)

F. Third-Party Data

If you connect through any third-party service in the future (e.g., Google login), we may receive:

Basic profile information

Verification status

Authentication tokens

We will always request your permission first.

2. How We Use Your Information

We use your data to operate, improve, and protect WomenNext Ventures. Uses include:

A. Service Operation

Creating and managing your account

Enabling coaching & mentoring bookings

Facilitating communication between clients and coaches

Processing payments and issuing invoices

Displaying your profile (for coaches/mentors)

B. Service Improvement

Monitoring performance and usage

Enhancing platform features

Detecting bugs, errors, or fraudulent activities

C. Communication

Sending confirmations, reminders, and notifications

Responding to support requests

Sending updates or relevant announcements

Marketing emails (only if you opt-in)

D. Legal & Compliance

Maintaining records for regulatory purposes

Enforcing our Terms & Conditions

Detecting and preventing illegal activities

Responding to lawful requests from authorities

3. Sharing of Your Information

We never sell, trade, or rent your personal information.

We may share data only with:

A. Essential Service Providers

Hosting and cloud infrastructure

Payment processors

Email and communication tools

Data analytics & monitoring tools

Identity verification providers

These third parties are bound by strict confidentiality and security agreements.

B. Coaches/Mentors

Only the information necessary for delivering the session is shared:

Your name

Session details

Communication needed for the appointment

C. Legal Requirements

We may disclose information if required by law, court order, or governmental request.

4. Data Retention

We retain your information only as long as necessary to:

Provide services

Comply with legal obligations

Resolve disputes

Enforce policies

You may request deletion of your account at any time.

5. Your Rights and Choices

Depending on your jurisdiction, you may have the right to:

Access your personal data

Request correction or updates

Request deletion ("Right to be forgotten")

Restrict or object to processing

Withdraw consent

Request a copy of your data (data portability)

To exercise any right, contact us at:

📩 contact@womenextventures.com

6. Cookies and Tracking Technologies

We use:

Essential cookies (platform operation)

Performance cookies (analytics, load time)

Functional cookies (preferences)

Advertising cookies (if implemented later, with consent)

You may disable cookies via your browser settings, but certain features may not function correctly.

7. Security Measures

We apply industry-leading security protections such as:

Encrypted data transmission (SSL/TLS)

Encrypted storage of sensitive information

Access controls and authentication protocols

Monitoring for unusual activity

Secure backups

Limited employee access

Although no system is 100% secure, we take every reasonable measure to protect your data.

8. International Data Transfers

Depending on your location, your data may be transferred outside your country.

We ensure such transfers comply with:

GDPR (when applicable)

Standard Contractual Clauses

Adequate protection frameworks

9. Children’s Privacy

WomenNext Ventures is not intended for children under 18.

We do not knowingly collect information from minors.

If discovered, such data will be deleted promptly.

10. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy periodically.

When we do, we will:

Update the effective date

Notify users of significant changes via email or notifications

Your continued use of the platform constitutes acceptance of the new policy.

11. Contact Us

If you have questions, concerns, or requests about this Privacy Policy, contact us at:

📩 contact@womenextventures.com

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