PRIVACY POLICY

Nomad Connect

Last Updated: October 22, 2025

Effective Date: October 22, 2025

1. INTRODUCTION

Welcome to Nomad Connect ("we," "our," or "us"). We are committed to protecting your privacy and ensuring you understand how we collect, use, and safeguard your personal information.

This Privacy Policy applies to:

• Our website at [www.nomadconnect.world]
• Our mobile applications (when launched)
• All services provided through the Nomad Connect platform

By using Nomad Connect, you agree to the collection and use of information in accordance with this Privacy Policy. If you do not agree with any part of this Privacy Policy, please do not use our services.

Important: We use Google AdSense to serve advertisements on our platform. This means Google and other third-party vendors use cookies to serve ads based on your prior visits to our website or other websites. Please read Section 7 carefully to understand how advertising works on our platform.

2. INFORMATION WE COLLECT

2.1 Information You Provide Directly

When you create an account or use Nomad Connect, we collect:

Account Information:

• Full name or username
• Email address
• Password (encrypted)
• Profile photo
• Date of birth (for age verification)
• Country/region of residence

Profile Information:

• Bio/description
• Current location and travel history
• Languages spoken
• Interests and skills
• Social media links (optional)
• Travel preferences and nomad lifestyle details

Content You Create:

• Posts, comments, and forum discussions
• Photos, videos, and other media
• Messages and communications with other users
• Reviews and ratings
• Marketplace listings and transactions
• Event RSVPs and group memberships

Payment Information (when using marketplace features):

• Billing address
• Payment card information (processed by our payment provider, not stored by us)
• Transaction history

2.2 Information Collected Automatically

Device and Usage Information:

• IP address
• Browser type and version
• Device type, model, and operating system
• Unique device identifiers
• Pages visited and time spent on pages
• Referring website/source
• Click data and navigation patterns
• Date and time of access

Location Information:

• Approximate location based on IP address
• Precise location (if you grant permission through your device)
• Location tags you add to posts and check-ins

Cookies and Similar Technologies:

• Session cookies
• Persistent cookies
• Web beacons and pixels
• Local storage
• Analytics cookies

2.3 Information from Third Parties

Social Media: If you connect your social media accounts, we may receive:

• Profile information
• Friend lists
• Email address
• Profile picture

Other Users:

• Information other users provide about you (tags, mentions, shared content)

3. HOW WE USE YOUR INFORMATION

We use your information for the following purposes:

3.1 Provide and Improve Services

• Create and manage your account
• Enable community features (posts, groups, events)
• Facilitate marketplace transactions
• Provide customer support
• Send service-related communications
• Personalize your experience
• Improve platform functionality and user experience

3.2 Safety and Security

• Verify your identity
• Detect and prevent fraud and abuse
• Enforce our Terms of Service
• Protect against unauthorized access
• Comply with legal obligations

3.3 Communication

• Send you updates about your account
• Notify you about activity on your content
• Send newsletters and promotional materials (with your consent)
• Respond to your inquiries
• Send push notifications (with your permission)

3.4 Analytics and Research

• Analyze platform usage and trends
• Conduct research to improve services
• Create aggregated, anonymized statistics
• Monitor platform performance

3.5 Advertising

• Display relevant advertisements through Google AdSense
• Measure ad performance
• Deliver personalized ads based on your interests
• Support our free service through ad revenue

Legal Basis for Processing (GDPR):

• Consent: When you explicitly agree (e.g., marketing emails)
• Contract: To provide services you've requested
• Legitimate Interest: To improve services and ensure security
• Legal Obligation: To comply with applicable laws

4. THIRD-PARTY ADVERTISING (GOOGLE ADSENSE)

4.1 How Advertising Works

Important Information About Ads on Our Platform:

Nomad Connect uses Google AdSense to display advertisements. This helps us provide our services to you for free or at a reduced cost.

What This Means:

• Third-party vendors, including Google, use cookies to serve ads based on your prior visits to our website or other websites
• Google's use of advertising cookies enables it and its partners to serve ads to you based on your visit to our sites and/or other sites on the Internet
• These ads may be personalized based on your interests, demographics, and browsing behavior

4.2 Types of Advertising Cookies

Google AdSense Cookies:

• Advertising ID cookies
• Conversion tracking cookies
• Remarketing cookies
• DoubleClick DART cookies
• User preference cookies

4.3 Your Advertising Choices

You have several options to control the ads you see:

Opt-Out of Personalized Advertising:

1. Google Ads Settings: Visit https://www.google.com/settings/ads to:

• Turn off personalized ads
• See and manage your ad preferences
• Understand why you see specific ads

1. About Ads Info: Visit http://www.aboutads.info/choices/ to:

• Opt out of third-party vendors' use of cookies for personalized advertising
• Learn about interest-based advertising
• Manage preferences for multiple ad networks

1. Browser Settings: You can also:

• Block third-party cookies in your browser
• Use browser extensions that block advertising cookies
• Enable "Do Not Track" signals (though not all services respect these)

1. Mobile Devices:

• iOS: Settings > Privacy > Advertising > Limit Ad Tracking
• Android: Settings > Google > Ads > Opt out of Ads Personalization

Important: Opting out of personalized advertising doesn't mean you'll see fewer ads. You'll still see the same number of ads, but they may be less relevant to your interests.

4.4 Ad Partners

In addition to Google AdSense, we may work with other advertising partners, including:

• [List any other ad networks you use]
• [Affiliate marketing partners]
• [Sponsored content partners]

4.5 Your Responsibilities

Please Note:

• Do not click on ads solely to support us
• Do not encourage others to click on ads
• Report any inappropriate or misleading ads to us
• Invalid click activity violates our Terms and Google's policies

5. COOKIES AND TRACKING TECHNOLOGIES

5.1 What Are Cookies?

Cookies are small text files stored on your device when you visit websites. They help websites remember information about your visit.

5.2 Types of Cookies We Use

Essential Cookies (Required):

• Authentication cookies (keep you logged in)
• Security cookies (prevent fraud)
• Session cookies (maintain your session)

Functional Cookies (Optional):

• Preference cookies (remember your settings)
• Language cookies (display content in your language)
• Location cookies (show relevant content)

Analytics Cookies (Optional):

• Google Analytics cookies (understand how users interact with our site)
• Performance monitoring cookies
• A/B testing cookies

Advertising Cookies (Optional):

• Google AdSense cookies (as described in Section 4)
• Retargeting cookies
• Affiliate tracking cookies

5.3 Cookie Duration

• Session Cookies: Deleted when you close your browser
• Persistent Cookies: Remain for a set period (typically 30 days to 2 years)

5.4 Managing Cookies

Browser Controls: Most browsers allow you to:

• View cookies stored on your device
• Delete cookies
• Block cookies (all or third-party only)
• Receive alerts when cookies are being set

Our Cookie Preference Center: When you first visit our site, you'll see a cookie consent banner. You can:

• Accept all cookies
• Reject non-essential cookies
• Customize your preferences
• Change your choices at any time via [link to cookie settings]

Note: Blocking essential cookies may prevent you from using certain features of our platform.

5.5 Other Tracking Technologies

We also use:

• Web beacons/pixels: Track email opens and page views
• Local storage: Store data locally on your device
• Device fingerprinting: Identify devices for security purposes

6. HOW WE SHARE YOUR INFORMATION

We do not sell your personal information. We share information only in the following circumstances:

6.1 With Other Users

Public Information:

• Your profile (name, photo, bio)
• Public posts and comments
• Group memberships (for public groups)
• Reviews and ratings

Private Information:

• Direct messages (only with recipients)
• Email address (not displayed publicly)
• Precise location (only if you choose to share)

6.2 With Service Providers

We share information with trusted third-party service providers who help us operate our platform:

Current Service Providers:

• Hosting: PG-IT - stores data
• Payment Processing: [Payment processor] - processes transactions
• Email Services: [Email provider] - sends communications
• Google AdSense: Serves advertisements (see Section 4)
• Analytics: Google Analytics - platform analytics (if applicable)

These providers are contractually obligated to:

• Use data only for specified purposes
• Implement appropriate security measures
• Comply with privacy laws
• Not disclose data to unauthorized parties

6.3 For Legal Reasons

We may disclose your information when required by law or to:

• Comply with legal processes (subpoenas, court orders)
• Enforce our Terms of Service
• Protect our rights, property, or safety
• Prevent fraud or security threats
• Protect the rights and safety of our users

6.4 Business Transfers

If Nomad Connect is involved in a merger, acquisition, or sale of assets, your information may be transferred. We will notify you before your information becomes subject to a different privacy policy.

6.5 With Your Consent

We may share information with third parties when you explicitly consent, such as:

• Connecting to third-party services
• Participating in promotions
• Sharing to social media

7. DATA RETENTION

7.1 How Long We Keep Your Data

Active Accounts:

• We retain your information as long as your account is active
• We keep data necessary to provide services

Deleted Accounts:

• Most data deleted within 30 days of account deletion
• Some data retained for legal/regulatory reasons:
• Transaction records: 7 years (tax/accounting)
• Legal compliance records: As required by law
• Fraud prevention records: 5 years
• Backup copies deleted within 90 days

Specific Data Types:

• User-generated content: Until deletion or account closure
• Messages: 1 year or until deletion
• Log files: 90 days
• Cookie data: As specified in cookie settings (30 days to 2 years)
• Marketing data: Until you unsubscribe

7.2 Data Portability

You have the right to receive a copy of your data in a structured, commonly used format (see Section 10 - Your Rights).

8. DATA SECURITY

8.1 Security Measures

We implement industry-standard security measures to protect your information:

Technical Safeguards:

• SSL/TLS encryption for data in transit
• Encryption of sensitive data at rest
• Secure password hashing (bcrypt/Argon2)
• Regular security audits and penetration testing
• Firewall protection
• Intrusion detection systems

Organizational Safeguards:

• Access controls (need-to-know basis)
• Employee training on data protection
• Confidentiality agreements
• Regular security policy reviews

Physical Safeguards:

• Secure data center facilities
• Restricted physical access
• Environmental controls

8.2 Your Security Responsibilities

Please help us protect your account:

• Use a strong, unique password
• Enable two-factor authentication (when available)
• Don't share your password
• Log out from shared devices
• Report suspicious activity immediately
• Keep your email account secure
• Be cautious about phishing attempts

8.3 Data Breach Notification

In the event of a data breach that affects your personal information:

• We will notify you within 72 hours (as required by GDPR)
• We will notify relevant authorities
• We will provide information about:
• What data was affected
• What we're doing to address it
• Steps you can take to protect yourself
• Notification methods: Email, on-platform notice, website announcement

Important: No system is 100% secure. While we strive to protect your information, we cannot guarantee absolute security.

9. INTERNATIONAL DATA TRANSFERS

9.1 Where Your Data Is Processed

Nomad Connect operates globally. Your information may be transferred to and processed in countries other than your own, including:

• United Kingdom (primary operations)
• European Union (data hosting)
• United States (service providers like Google)

9.2 Safeguards for International Transfers

For EU Users: We ensure adequate protection through:

• Standard Contractual Clauses (SCCs): Approved by the European Commission
• Adequacy Decisions: Transfers to countries deemed adequate by the EU
• Binding Corporate Rules: For transfers within corporate groups (if applicable)

For UK Users:

• We comply with UK GDPR requirements
• We use UK International Data Transfer Agreements (IDTAs)

For California Users:

• We comply with CCPA requirements for international transfers
• We provide notice of cross-border data processing

9.3 Your Rights Regarding International Transfers

You have the right to:

• Request information about where your data is processed
• Object to specific international transfers
• Request copies of transfer safeguards (SCCs, etc.)

10. YOUR RIGHTS AND CHOICES

10.1 Rights Under GDPR (EU/UK Users)

If you are located in the European Economic Area or United Kingdom, you have the following rights:

1. Right to Access:

• Request a copy of your personal data
• Receive information about how we process your data

2. Right to Rectification:

• Correct inaccurate or incomplete data
• Update your profile information

3. Right to Erasure ("Right to be Forgotten"):

• Request deletion of your personal data
• Exceptions: Legal obligations, legitimate interests

4. Right to Restrict Processing:

• Limit how we use your data in certain circumstances
• Object to processing based on legitimate interests

5. Right to Data Portability:

• Receive your data in a machine-readable format
• Transfer data to another service provider

6. Right to Object:

• Object to processing for direct marketing (always granted)
• Object to processing based on legitimate interests

7. Right to Withdraw Consent:

• Withdraw consent at any time (where processing is based on consent)
• Doesn't affect lawfulness of processing before withdrawal

8. Right Not to Be Subject to Automated Decision-Making:

• Not be subject to decisions based solely on automated processing
• Request human review of automated decisions

How to Exercise Your Rights:

• Email: privacy@nomadconnect.com
• In-app: Settings > Privacy > Data Rights
• Response time: Within 30 days (may extend to 60 days for complex requests)

10.2 Rights Under CCPA/CPRA (California Users)

California residents have additional rights:

1. Right to Know:

• Categories of personal information collected
• Sources of information
• Purpose for collection
• Categories of third parties with whom we share information

2. Right to Delete:

• Request deletion of your personal information
• Exceptions apply (legal obligations, security, etc.)

3. Right to Correct:

• Correct inaccurate personal information

4. Right to Opt-Out:

• "Do Not Sell or Share My Personal Information" (link in footer)
• We do not sell personal information in exchange for money
• We may share information with advertisers (Google AdSense)

5. Right to Limit Use of Sensitive Personal Information:

• Limit use of sensitive data to necessary purposes only

6. Right to Non-Discrimination:

• You cannot be discriminated against for exercising your rights

How to Exercise Your Rights:

• Email: privacy@nomadconnect.com
• Phone: [Needed]
• Online Form: [INSERT LINK]
• "Do Not Sell" Link: [Footer link]
• Authorized Agent: May designate agent to make requests
• Response time: Within 45 days (may extend to 90 days)

10.3 Other US State Privacy Rights

Virginia, Colorado, Connecticut, Utah, Iowa, Delaware, New Jersey, Nebraska, New Hampshire:

Similar rights to CCPA, including:

• Right to access personal data
• Right to delete personal data
• Right to correct inaccuracies
• Right to opt out of targeted advertising
• Right to opt out of sale of personal data
• Right to opt out of profiling

10.4 Rights for All Users

Regardless of location, you can always:

Account Management:

• Update your profile information
• Change privacy settings
• Manage notification preferences
• Delete your account

Communication Preferences:

• Unsubscribe from marketing emails (link in each email)
• Manage push notification settings
• Opt out of SMS messages

Advertising Choices:

• Opt out of personalized ads (see Section 4.3)
• Adjust cookie preferences

11. CHILDREN'S PRIVACY

11.1 Age Restrictions

Nomad Connect is not intended for children under 16 years of age (or 13 in some jurisdictions).

Age Verification:

• We require users to confirm they are 16 or older during registration
• We do not knowingly collect information from children under 16

11.2 Parental Rights

If you believe a child under 16 has created an account:

• Contact us immediately at privacy@nomadconnect.com
• We will investigate and delete the account if confirmed
• We will delete all associated data

11.3 COPPA Compliance (US)

For US users under 13:

• We do not knowingly collect personal information
• No Google AdSense ads will be shown to users identified as under 13
• We comply with the Children's Online Privacy Protection Act (COPPA)

12. SPECIFIC DISCLOSURES BY JURISDICTION

12.1 European Union & United Kingdom

Data Controller: Nomad Connect Ltd

133 Mortimer street

Herne Bay, Kent

United Kingdom

Email: support@nomadconnect.world

Legal Basis for Processing:

• Consent (Article 6(1)(a) GDPR)
• Contractual necessity (Article 6(1)(b) GDPR)
• Legal obligation (Article 6(1)(c) GDPR)
• Legitimate interests (Article 6(1)(f) GDPR)

Data Protection Officer: Adam Hudson

Email: dpo@nomadconnect.world

Supervisory Authority: You have the right to lodge a complaint with your local data protection authority:

• UK: Information Commissioner's Office (ICO) - https://ico.org.uk
• EU: Find your authority at https://edpb.europa.eu/about-edpb/board/members_en

12.2 California

Categories of Personal Information Collected (CCPA):

• Identifiers (name, email, IP address)
• Commercial information (transaction history)
• Internet/network activity (browsing history)
• Geolocation data
• Audio, visual, or similar information (profile photos, videos)
• Inferences (preferences, behavior)

Business Purpose for Collection:

• Provide and improve services
• Personalization
• Safety and security
• Analytics
• Advertising

Categories of Third Parties:

• Service providers (hosting, email, payment)
• Advertising partners (Google AdSense)
• Analytics providers

Sales/Sharing:

• We do not sell personal information for monetary value
• We share information with Google AdSense for advertising purposes (may constitute "sharing" under CCPA)

Shine the Light Law: California residents may request information about disclosure of personal information to third parties for direct marketing purposes.

12.3 Australia

Australian Privacy Principles (APPs): We comply with the Privacy Act 1988 and Australian Privacy Principles.

Overseas Disclosure: Your information may be disclosed to overseas recipients (see Section 9).

Complaints: You may lodge a complaint with the Office of the Australian Information Commissioner (OAIC):

• Website: https://www.oaic.gov.au
• Phone: 1300 363 992

12.4 Canada

PIPEDA Compliance: We comply with the Personal Information Protection and Electronic Documents Act (PIPEDA).

Accountability: We are responsible for personal information in our custody, including information transferred to third parties.

Complaints: You may file a complaint with the Office of the Privacy Commissioner of Canada:

• Website: https://www.priv.gc.ca
• Phone: 1-800-282-1376

13. THIRD-PARTY LINKS AND SERVICES

13.1 External Links

Our platform may contain links to third-party websites, including:

• Coworking spaces
• Accommodation providers
• Travel services
• Social media platforms
• Partner websites

Important: We are not responsible for the privacy practices of these third-party sites. Please review their privacy policies before providing any information.

13.2 Social Media Features

Our platform includes social media features (share buttons, embedded content). These features may:

• Collect your IP address
• Track which pages you visit
• Set cookies
• Be governed by the privacy policies of the social media platforms

13.3 Third-Party Services You Connect

If you choose to connect third-party services (e.g., calendar apps, social media):

• You authorize us to access information from those services
• Review their privacy policies
• You can disconnect these services at any time in your settings

14. DO NOT TRACK SIGNALS

Some browsers transmit "Do Not Track" (DNT) signals. Currently:

• There is no industry standard for responding to DNT signals
• We do not currently respond to DNT signals
• Our third-party advertising partners (Google AdSense) may not respond to DNT signals
• You can use the opt-out methods described in Section 4.3 to control advertising

15. UPDATES TO THIS PRIVACY POLICY

15.1 Policy Changes

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect:

• Changes in our practices
• Changes in applicable laws
• New features or services
• User feedback

15.2 Notification of Changes

Material Changes:

• We will notify you at least 30 days before changes take effect
• Notification methods:
• Email to your registered address
• Prominent notice on our platform
• In-app notification

Minor Changes:

• We will update the "Last Updated" date
• Continued use constitutes acceptance

15.3 Version History

Previous versions of our Privacy Policy are available upon request at privacy@nomadconnect.com.

16. CONTACT US

16.1 Privacy Inquiries

For questions, concerns, or to exercise your rights regarding this Privacy Policy:

Email: support@nomadconnect.world

Mail:

Nomad Connect Ltd

Privacy Team

[Street Address]

[City, Postal Code]

United Kingdom

Online Form: [Insert link to privacy request form]

16.2 Data Protection Officer (EU/UK)

If required:

Email: dpo@nomadconnect.com

16.3 Response Time

• General inquiries: Within 5 business days
• Data rights requests: Within 30 days (GDPR) or 45 days (CCPA)
• Urgent security matters: Within 24 hours

17. ADDITIONAL RESOURCES

17.1 Learn More About Your Privacy

General Privacy Information:

• Electronic Frontier Foundation: https://www.eff.org/
• Privacy International: https://privacyinternational.org/

Control Your Online Advertising:

• Google Ads Settings: https://www.google.com/settings/ads
• About Ads: http://www.aboutads.info/
• Network Advertising Initiative: http://www.networkadvertising.org/choices/
• Digital Advertising Alliance: http://www.aboutads.info/choices/

Cookie Information:

• All About Cookies: https://www.allaboutcookies.org/
• Cookie Choices: http://www.cookiechoices.org/

Data Protection Authorities:

• EU: https://edpb.europa.eu/
• UK: https://ico.org.uk/
• California: https://oag.ca.gov/privacy
• Australia: https://www.oaic.gov.au/
• Canada: https://www.priv.gc.ca/

18. DEFINITIONS

Personal Information/Personal Data: Information that identifies, relates to, or could reasonably be linked with a particular individual.

Processing: Any operation performed on personal data, including collection, storage, use, disclosure, and deletion.

Controller: The entity that determines the purposes and means of processing personal data (Nomad Connect).

Processor: An entity that processes personal data on behalf of the controller (our service providers).

Cookies: Small text files stored on your device.

IP Address: A unique number assigned to your device when connected to the internet.

GDPR: General Data Protection Regulation (EU law).

CCPA/CPRA: California Consumer Privacy Act / California Privacy Rights Act.

AdSense: Google's advertising platform.

CONSENT

By using Nomad Connect, you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agree to this Privacy Policy.

For EU/UK users: Where required, we will obtain your explicit consent for:

• Marketing communications
• Non-essential cookies
• Sharing data with third parties for their purposes

For California users: You have the right to opt out of the "sale" or "sharing" of your personal information by clicking [Do Not Sell or Share My Personal Information].

Nomad Connect Ltd | Building a Safer, Connected Nomad Community

Last Updated: October 22, 2025

Version: 1.0

This Privacy Policy is part of and incorporated into our Terms of Service.