Privacy Policy

Information We Collect

We collect information you provide directly to us, including when you create a professional profile, subscribe to our newsletter, submit a company, apply to write, or contact us.

This may include: name, email address, professional information, biographical details, links to external profiles, and any content you publish on our platform.

We also collect technical data automatically, including: IP address, browser type, device type, pages visited, time spent, and referral source.

How We Use Your Information

We use your information to: operate and improve the NepStandard platform, send transactional emails (account activity, newsletter), personalise your experience, analyse platform usage, and comply with legal obligations.

We do not sell your personal information to third parties.

Data Sharing

Your public profile information (name, role, skills, articles) is visible to all NepStandard visitors as part of our professional directory. You can control visibility settings from your dashboard.

We share information with service providers who help us operate the platform (hosting, email delivery, analytics). These providers are contractually bound to protect your data.

Cookies

We use cookies to keep you logged in, remember your preferences, and analyse platform usage. We use analytics cookies from privacy-respecting providers. You can opt out of analytics tracking at any time.

Your Rights

You have the right to: access the personal data we hold about you, correct inaccurate data, delete your account and associated data, opt out of marketing communications, and export your data.

To exercise any of these rights, contact us at privacy@nepstandard.com.

Changes to This Policy

We may update this policy periodically. When we make material changes, we will notify you via email or a prominent notice on the platform. Your continued use of NepStandard after changes constitutes acceptance.