This Privacy Policy explains how NextEdge AG ("NEXTEDGE", "we", "our", or "us") collects, uses, stores, and protects personal information through the NEXTEDGE UNI platform, website, digital services, events, communications, and related activities.

 

1. Who We Are

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NEXTEDGE Platform is operated by:

NextEdge AG
Konradshalde 7
8832 Wollerau
Switzerland

NEXTEDGE Platform provides strategic operating intelligence, benchmarking, business architecture, research, analytics, workflow improvement, advisory services, and AI-enabled solutions for higher education institutions.

 

2. Information We Collect

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We may collect the following categories of information:

Information You Provide
 

• Name

• Email address

• Job title

• Organization name

• Country and location

• Contact details

• Information submitted through forms, surveys, events, webinars, or consultations

Information Automatically Collected

• IP address

• Browser type and device information

• Website usage statistics

• Session information

• Referral sources

• Pages visited

• Cookies and similar technologies

Information from Third Parties

We may receive information from:

• LinkedIn Lead Gen Forms

• Professional networking platforms

• Marketing platforms

• Publicly available business information sources

• University and higher education directories

 

3. How We Use Your Information
 

We use personal information to:
 

• Respond to enquiries and requests

• Schedule meetings and demonstrations

• Deliver platform access and services

• Provide benchmarking, research, reports, and advisory services

• Improve platform functionality and user experience

• Send relevant updates, insights, events, and communications

• Conduct analytics and performance measurement

• Comply with legal and regulatory obligations

• Protect the security and integrity of our systems

 

4. Marketing Communications
 

With your consent or where permitted by applicable law, we may send:

• Industry insights

• Research reports

• Product updates

• Event invitations

• Benchmarking information

• Advisory and consulting communications

You may unsubscribe from marketing communications at any time using the unsubscribe link provided or by contacting us directly.

 

5. Cookies and Analytics
 

NEXTEDGE UNI may use cookies and similar technologies to:

• Improve website performance

• Remember preferences

• Measure visitor engagement

• Analyze platform usage

• Support marketing and campaign effectiveness

Users may manage cookie preferences through browser settings.

 

6. Legal Basis for Processing
 

Where applicable under GDPR and similar regulations, we process personal information based on:

• Consent

• Contractual necessity

• Legitimate business interests

• Legal obligations

• Protection of legitimate rights and security interests

 

7. Data Sharing
 

We do not sell personal information.

We may share information with trusted service providers that support:

• Website hosting

• Cloud infrastructure

• Analytics

• CRM systems

• Marketing automation

• Event management

• Professional advisory services

All providers are required to maintain appropriate confidentiality and security standards.

 

8. International Data Transfers
 

Information may be processed in Switzerland, the United Kingdom, the European Union, the United States, Australia, New Zealand, and other jurisdictions where our service providers operate.

Where required, appropriate safeguards are implemented to protect personal information.

 

9. Data Retention
 

Personal information is retained only as long as necessary to:

• Deliver services

• Maintain business records

• Fulfil legal obligations

• Resolve disputes

• Protect legitimate business interests

When information is no longer required, it is securely deleted or anonymized.

 

10. Data Security
 

NEXTEDGE AG implements reasonable technical, administrative, and organizational measures designed to protect personal information against unauthorized access, disclosure, alteration, or destruction.

While we strive to protect information, no internet transmission or storage system can be guaranteed completely secure.

 

11. Your Rights
 

Depending on your jurisdiction, you may have rights to:

• Access your personal information

• Correct inaccurate information

• Request deletion of information

• Restrict processing

• Object to processing

• Withdraw consent

• Request data portability

• Lodge a complaint with a supervisory authority

Requests may be submitted using the contact information below.

 

12. Third-Party Websites

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The Platform may contain links to third-party websites and services. NEXTEDGE AG is not responsible for the privacy practices or content of third-party websites.

Users should review the privacy policies of any third-party services they access.

 

13. Children's Privacy
 

NEXTEDGE UNI is intended for professional and institutional users. The Platform is not directed toward children under the age of 16, and we do not knowingly collect personal information from children.

 

14. Changes to this Privacy Policy

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We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time.

Updated versions will be published on this page together with the revised effective date.

 

15. Contact Us
 

For questions regarding this Privacy Policy or the processing of personal information, please contact:

NextEdge AG
Konradshalde 7, 8832 Wollerau, Switzerland

Email: info@nextedgeuni.com

By using NEXTEDGE UNI, submitting a form, registering for an event, requesting information, or engaging with our services, you acknowledge that you have read and understood this Privacy Policy.