Privacy Policy

At Next Chapter Co., we respect your privacy and are committed to protecting your personal information. This policy explains how we collect, use, and store your data, and your rights under the UKGDPR and Data Protection Act 2018.

1. Who We Are

Next Chapter Co. helps over-50s discover online business ideas tailored to their experience. If you have any questions, please contact us at nextchaptercompany@gmail.com.

2. What Information We Collect

When you complete our questionnaire, we collect:

• Your name and email address
• Your answers to the questionnaire
• Any payment details (processed securely via Stripe)

We do not use cookies for analytics or tracking.

3. How We Use Your Information

We use your data solely to:

• Generate and deliver your personalised business plan
• Email you the plan PDF and a Thank You sound file (.MP3)
• Process payments via Stripe

4. How We Store Your Data

We do not permanently store your data in a database. However, copies of your PDF plan and responses are retained in our sent email folders for delivery and support purposes. These are accessible only to our team and secured with strong credentials.

5. Legal Basis for Processing

Under GDPR, our lawful basis for processing your data is contractual necessity—to provide the services you request.

6. Sharing Your Information

We do not sell or share your data with third parties for marketing. We use:

• OpenAI – to generate your business plan from your form answers
• Stripe – to securely process your payment
• Email (SMTP) – to send your PDF and .MP3 to your inbox

7. Your Rights

You have the right to:

• Access your personal data
• Request correction or deletion
• Object to or restrict processing
• Request data portability
• Lodge a complaint with the ICO (UK regulator)

8. How to Contact Us

If you have any questions or concerns about your privacy, please contact us at nextchaptercompany@gmail.com.

Last updated: 13/07/2025