Privacy Policy

    upNEXT Privacy Policy

    Effective Date: September 1, 2025

    upNEXT respects your privacy and is committed to protecting your personal information. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and safeguard information submitted through our lead forms, newsletters, and event registrations.

    1. Information We Collect

    When you fill out a form, register for an event, or subscribe to communications, we may collect:

    • Personal details (such as your name, email address, job title, and organization)

    • Professional interests and engagement preferences

    • Interaction data (such as email opens, clicks, or event participation) used only for internal analytics

    We collect this information directly from you — not from third-party data brokers.

    2. How We Use Your Information

    By submitting your information, you agree and opt in to the following uses:

    • Event Invitations: To invite you to upNEXT events, roundtables, or programs.

    • Newsletters & Updates: To send curated briefings, insights, and news related to upNEXT’s programming and focus areas.

    • Internal Operations: To analyze engagement trends, improve user experience, and tailor future communications.

    • Compliance: To fulfill any legal obligations and maintain accurate contact records.

    You will automatically be subscribed to newsletters and updates but may unsubscribe at any time using the link in each email.

    3. Information Sharing and Disclosure

    upNEXT does not sell or rent your personal information to any third party.
    We may share limited data only with trusted vendors who provide services such as:

    • Email communications and CRM systems

    • Event registration and hosting platforms

    • Website analytics or marketing tools

    These partners operate under confidentiality and data protection agreements consistent with applicable law.

    4. Your Rights (Including CCPA)

    If you are a California resident, you have specific rights under the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA), including:

    • The right to know what personal data we collect and how it’s used.

    • The right to request deletion of your personal information.

    • The right to opt out of the sale or sharing of personal data (note: upNEXT does not sell personal information).

    • The right to non-discrimination for exercising your privacy rights.

    To exercise these rights or to request a copy of your data, contact us at edge@upnext.news.

    All users, regardless of jurisdiction, may request:

    • Access to, correction of, or deletion of personal data

    • Removal from marketing lists at any time

    5. Cookies and Tracking

    Our website may use cookies and analytics tools to understand user engagement and improve site performance. You can disable cookies through your browser settings.

    6. Data Retention and Security

    We retain your information only as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined above. We maintain administrative, technical, and physical safeguards to protect against unauthorized access, alteration, or misuse of your information.

    7. Children’s Privacy

    Our services are not directed to children under 16. We do not knowingly collect personal information from minors.

    8. Changes to This Policy

    We may update this policy from time to time. Any changes will be posted on this page with an updated effective date. We encourage you to review this policy periodically.

    9. Contact Us

    If you have any questions or wish to exercise your privacy rights, please contact:

    upNEXT Privacy Team
    📧 edge@upnext.news