Privacy Policy
NestaDev Ltd
NestaDev Ltd is committed to protecting the privacy and security of your personal information. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, share and protect personal data when you:
- Visit www.nestadev.com
- Use our platforms (including ELSA and related digital services)
- Enquire about or purchase our services
- Subscribe to marketing communications
- Engage with us as a client, supplier or partner
This policy applies to health and social care providers, business clients, website visitors, and individuals whose personal data is processed through our services.
Data Controller
NestaDev LtdBartlett House
9 Oxford Court
Manchester
M2 3WQ
United Kingdom
Data Protection Contact: support@nestadev.com
Personal Information We Collect
1. Information You Provide Directly
| Data Category | Examples |
|---|---|
| Account Information | Organisation name, contact name, job title, email address, phone number, billing address |
| User Credentials | Email address, encrypted password, multi-factor authentication details |
| Organisation Profile | Services offered, registration details, geographic areas served, staff size |
| Tender & Bid Data (ELSA Users) | Tender titles, commissioning authorities, service specifications, bid responses |
| Policy & Compliance Content | Policy documents, procedures, implementation plans |
| Enquiries & Contact Forms | Name, email, phone number, message content |
| Support Communications | Support tickets, email correspondence, feedback |
2. Information Automatically Collected
When you use our website or platforms, we may collect:
- Usage Data – Features accessed, time spent, AI feature interactions
- Technical Data – IP address, browser type, device type, operating system
- Log Data – Access logs, security logs, performance data
- Cookies & Tracking Technologies – Session cookies and analytics cookies (with consent)
3. Information from Third Parties
We may receive data from:
- Public registers (e.g., Companies House, public tender portals)
- Payment processors (payment confirmations, billing data)
- Analytics providers (aggregated performance data)
- CRM and marketing systems used to manage enquiries
How We Use Personal Information
We process personal data under UK GDPR lawful bases:
| Lawful Basis | Purpose |
|---|---|
| Contract Performance | Delivering services, account management, billing, support |
| Legitimate Interests | Service improvement, security monitoring, analytics, product development |
| Legal Obligation | Tax compliance, financial record keeping, regulatory compliance |
| Consent | Marketing communications, optional cookies, testimonials |
Purposes of Processing
1. Service Delivery
- Providing access to NestaDev platforms and services
- Generating AI-assisted recommendations
- Creating documentation and compliance tools
- Processing subscriptions and payments
- Providing support
2. Product & Service Improvement
- Improving AI accuracy and performance
- Developing new features
- Conducting usability testing
- Analysing usage patterns
3. Security & Fraud Prevention
- Monitoring for unauthorised access
- Investigating misuse or fraud
- Maintaining audit logs
- Responding to security incidents
4. Marketing & Communications
- Sending service updates
- Providing educational materials
- Sending promotional communications (with consent)
- Requesting feedback
You may opt out of marketing at any time.
How We Share Personal Information
We do not sell personal data.
We may share data with trusted service providers under Data Processing Agreements:
| Category | Purpose | Location |
|---|---|---|
| Cloud Hosting Providers | Infrastructure & data storage | UK / EEA |
| Payment Processors | Billing services | UK / EEA |
| Email & CRM Systems | Communications | UK / EEA |
| Analytics Providers | Usage analysis | UK / EEA |
| AI/ML Providers | Natural language processing | UK / EEA or approved jurisdictions |
We may also disclose data where legally required.
International Data Transfers
Data is stored primarily in the UK and EEA.
If transferred outside the UK/EEA, we use:
- UK International Data Transfer Agreement (IDTA)
- Standard Contractual Clauses
- Adequacy decisions
- Supplementary safeguards where required
Data Retention
| Data Type | Retention Period |
|---|---|
| Account Information | Duration of contract + 6 years |
| Tender & Policy Content | Duration of contract + 2 years |
| Website Enquiries | 24 months |
| Usage & Log Data | 12 months (security logs up to 24 months) |
| Financial Records | 6 years |
| Marketing Consent | Until withdrawn + 30 days |
Your Data Protection Rights
Under UK GDPR, you have the right to:
- Access your personal data
- Correct inaccurate data
- Request erasure
- Restrict processing
- Data portability
- Object to processing
- Withdraw consent at any time
- Not be subject to solely automated decision-making
ELSA and other NestaDev tools are decision-support systems. AI outputs require human review and are not automated legal decisions.
To exercise your rights:
Email: support@nestadev.com
Phone: 07442279106
We respond within one month.
Right to Complain
You may lodge a complaint with:
Cookies
Essential Cookies
Used for:
- Login session management
- Security protection
- Platform functionality
These cannot be disabled.
Analytics Cookies (with consent)
Used to:
- Improve website performance
- Analyse user behaviour
- Optimise user experience
You can manage cookie preferences via browser settings.
Security Measures
NestaDev implements technical and organisational safeguards including:
Technical
- AES-256 encryption at rest
- TLS 1.3 encryption in transit
- Multi-factor authentication
- Role-based access controls
- Firewalls & intrusion detection
- Encrypted backups
Organisational
- Staff data protection training
- Confidentiality agreements
- Access reviews
- Incident response procedures
Our practices align with recognised information security frameworks and best practice standards.
Children’s Privacy
NestaDev services are not intended for individuals under 18.
We do not knowingly collect data from children.
Changes to This Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy to reflect changes in law, operations or services.
Significant updates will be communicated via:
- Website notice
- Email (where applicable)
Contact Information
NestaDev LtdBartlett House
9 Oxford Court
Manchester
M2 3WQ
United Kingdom
Data Protection Lead
Email: support@nestadev.com
Phone: 07442279106
Website: www.nestadev.com
