Privacy Policy

Last Updated: January 2026

1. Introduction

NodeSparks ("we", "our", or "us") is committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you visit our website www.nodesparks.com and use our services.

We comply with the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR), the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA), and other applicable data protection laws.

2. Information We Collect

Information You Provide:

• Contact information (name, email address) when you submit our contact form
• Message content and any attachments you send us
• Information provided during consultations or project discussions

Information Collected Automatically:

• Device information (browser type, operating system)
• IP address and approximate location
• Pages visited and time spent on our website
• Referring website or source

3. How We Use Your Information

We use the information we collect to:

• Respond to your inquiries and provide requested services
• Send project updates and relevant communications
• Improve our website and services
• Analyze website usage and performance
• Comply with legal obligations

4. Legal Basis for Processing (GDPR)

Under GDPR, we process your data based on:

• Consent: When you submit our contact form or subscribe to communications
• Contractual Necessity: To provide services you have requested
• Legitimate Interests: To improve our services and website functionality
• Legal Obligation: To comply with applicable laws and regulations

5. Cookies and Tracking Technologies

We use cookies and similar tracking technologies to enhance your browsing experience. These include:

• Essential Cookies: Required for website functionality
• Analytics Cookies: Help us understand how visitors use our site (Google Analytics)

You can control cookies through your browser settings. Disabling certain cookies may affect website functionality.

6. Third-Party Services

We use the following third-party services:

• Vercel: Website hosting and deployment
• Google Analytics: Website analytics and performance monitoring

7. Data Retention

We retain your personal information only for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes for which it was collected, typically no longer than 3 years after your last interaction with us, unless a longer retention period is required by law.

8. Your Rights

Under GDPR (EU/UK Residents):

• Right to access your personal data
• Right to rectification of inaccurate data
• Right to erasure ("right to be forgotten")
• Right to restrict processing
• Right to data portability
• Right to object to processing
• Right to withdraw consent

Under CCPA (California Residents):

• Right to know what personal information is collected
• Right to delete personal information
• Right to opt-out of the sale of personal information (we do not sell personal data)
• Right to non-discrimination for exercising your rights

9. Data Security

We implement appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect your personal information against unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction. However, no method of transmission over the Internet is 100% secure.

10. International Data Transfers

Your information may be transferred to and processed in countries outside your country of residence. We ensure appropriate safeguards are in place for such transfers in compliance with applicable data protection laws.

11. Children's Privacy

Our services are not directed to individuals under 16 years of age. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children. If you become aware that a child has provided us with personal information, please contact us.

12. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify you of any changes by posting the new Privacy Policy on this page and updating the "Last Updated" date.

This Privacy Policy is provided for informational purposes. For legal advice specific to your situation, please consult with a qualified attorney.