Effective Date: Feb 2024

Introduction

This privacy policy explains how Next Step Digital Solutions Inc. (“we”, “us”, or “our”) collects, uses, and protects personal data in compliance with the Jamaica Data Protection Act (DPA). By using this website, you consent to the practices described in this policy.

Next Step Digital Solutions Inc. is committed to protecting your personal data and ensuring transparency in how it is handled. This policy outlines the types of personal data we collect, the purposes for which we use it, and the safeguards in place to protect it.

We may periodically update this policy to reflect changes in legal requirements or business practices. Please review this page for updates.

1. What Personal Data We Collect

We may collect the following personal data:

• Name and job title
• Contact information (e.g., email address, phone number)
• Demographic information (e.g., location, preferences, and interests)
• Information relevant to customer surveys, offers, or services

2. How We Use Your Personal Data

We collect and use personal data for the following purposes:

• To provide and improve our services
• For internal record-keeping
• To communicate with you regarding our products, services, promotions, and offers
• To conduct market research and customize our website based on your interests
• To ensure compliance with legal and regulatory requirements.

3. Legal Basis for Processing

We process your personal data based on the following lawful grounds:

• Consent: When you have explicitly agreed to specific uses of your data (e.g., direct marketing).
• Contractual Necessity: To fulfill contracts or deliver services requested by you.
• Legal Obligation: To comply with legal or regulatory obligations.

4. Retention of Personal Data

We retain personal data only as long as necessary for the purposes outlined in this policy or as required by law. Data that is no longer needed will be securely deleted.

5. Security of Your Personal Data

We implement robust physical, electronic, and managerial measures to protect your data against unauthorized access, alteration, or disclosure. However, while we strive to ensure data security, no system can be 100% secure.

6. Your Rights

Under the Jamaica Data Protection Act, you have the following rights:

• Access to your personal data
• Correction of inaccurate or incomplete data
• Objection to the processing of your data for direct marketing
• Request for data erasure, where applicable
• Restriction of processing under certain conditions

To exercise these rights, please email us at service@trynextstep.com.

7. Cookies

Our website uses cookies to enhance your browsing experience:

• Cookies help analyze website traffic and customize our content to suit your preferences.
• You can manage cookie preferences through your browser settings.

Declining cookies may limit certain website functionalities.

8. Third-Party Links

Our website may include links to external websites. We are not responsible for the privacy practices of such websites. Please review their privacy policies independently.

9. Sharing Your Personal Data

We will not share your personal data with third parties unless:

• Required by law or legal process
• Necessary to deliver services requested by you
• With your explicit consent

10. Contact Us

For questions, concerns, or to exercise your rights under the Jamaica DPA, contact us at:

Next Step Digital Solutions Limited

Email: service@trynextstep.com
Address: 8 Hillview Avenue, Kingston
Phone: 876-620-2099

You may also request access to the personal data we hold about you. A reasonable administrative fee may apply for this service.

By continuing to use our website, you acknowledge that you have read and understood this privacy policy and agree to its terms.

Last Updated: November 11, 2024