1. Introduction

This Cookie Policy explains how NEKST Group (“NEKST”, “we”, “our”, or “us”) uses cookies and similar tracking technologies on its websites, buyer portals, and mobile applications (collectively, the “Platform”).

This Policy applies to users, buyers, prospective buyers, visitors, and other individuals accessing or interacting with the Platform.

Cookies and similar technologies may be used to support security, operational functionality, user authentication, analytics, performance monitoring, and user experience enhancement.

NEKST Group only activates non-essential cookies and similar tracking technologies after the user has provided valid consent through the cookie consent banner or preference center, where required under applicable law, including the General Data Protection Regulation (“GDPR”), the EU ePrivacy Directive, and similar international privacy regulations.  

2. What Are Cookies

Cookies are small text files placed on a user’s device when visiting a website or digital platform. Cookies help websites operate efficiently, improve user experience, remember preferences, analyze website usage, enhance security, and support certain platform functionality. Cookies may be:

• session-based (deleted after the browser closes);

• persistent (stored until expiration or deletion);

• first-party cookies (set by the Platform);

• or third-party cookies (set by external service providers).

3. Types of Cookies We Use

Essential Cookies

Essential cookies are necessary for the operation and security of the Platform. These cookies may support:

• user authentication;

• account login sessions;

• fraud prevention;

• website security;

• transaction processing;

• load balancing;

• and core functionality.

These cookies cannot generally be disabled without affecting Platform functionality.

Functional Cookies

Functional cookies help remember user preferences and improve user experience. These may include:

• language preferences;

• region settings;

• user interface customization;

• saved login preferences;

• and accessibility settings.

Analytics & Performance Cookies

Analytics cookies help us understand how users interact with the Platform. These cookies may collect information relating to:

• pages visited;

• session duration;

• navigation behavior;

• device type;

• browser information;

• geographic region;

• and traffic patterns.

Analytics information may be used to:

• improve platform performance;

• identify technical issues;

• enhance user experience;

• and improve buyer portal functionality.

The Platform may use analytics tools provided by third-party providers such as Google Analytics or similar services.

4. Cookie Inventory

The table below provides examples of cookies and similar technologies that may be used on the Platform:

Actual cookies used may vary depending on Platform functionality, integrations, services utilized, and user interaction.

NEKST Group periodically reviews cookies and similar technologies used on the Platform to support ongoing compliance and operational governance.

5. How We Use Cookies

We may use cookies and similar technologies for the following purposes:

• maintaining secure user sessions;

• enabling buyer account access;

• authenticating users;

• monitoring platform stability and performance;

• improving website functionality;

• analyzing user engagement and website traffic;

• preventing fraud and unauthorized access;

• and improving overall user experience.

6. Legal Basis for Cookie Processing

NEKST Group processes cookie-related personal data in accordance with applicable data protection laws, including the GDPR.

Depending on the type of cookie or similar technology used, the legal basis for processing may include:

• Essential Cookies: legitimate interests relating to maintaining Platform security, authentication, fraud prevention, and core operational functionality;
• Functional Cookies: user consent where required by law;
• Analytics & Performance Cookies: user consent;
• Third-Party Tracking Technologies: user consent where applicable.

Where consent is relied upon as the legal basis for processing, users may withdraw consent at any time through the cookie preference center available on the Platform.

Non-essential cookies remain disabled unless and until valid consent is obtained where required by applicable law.

7. Third-Party Cookies

The Platform may use third-party technologies, plugins, integrations, or analytics providers that place cookies on users’ devices. Such third parties may include analytics providers, cloud hosting providers, and payment service providers.

Third-party providers may collect data in accordance with their own privacy and cookie policies. NEKST Group does not control third-party cookies and encourages users to review the relevant third-party privacy notices.

8. Cookie Retention

Cookie duration may vary depending on the purpose of the cookie. Certain cookies are deleted automatically at the end of a browsing session, while others may remain stored for a longer period in order to remember preferences or support future visits. Users may delete cookies at any time through their browser settings.

9. Managing Cookie Preferences

Users may manage or disable cookies through:

• browser settings;

• cookie consent preferences;

• device settings;

• or available cookie management tools.

Disabling certain cookies may affect:

• website functionality;

• buyer portal access and user experience;

• and certain security or operational features.

Where required by law, users shall have the ability to:

• accept cookies;

• reject non-essential cookies;

• or customize cookie preferences.

Users may withdraw or modify cookie consent at any time through the cookie preference center available on the Platform.

Withdrawal of consent shall not affect the lawfulness of processing carried out prior to withdrawal.

Where required by applicable law, NEKST Group may maintain records of cookie consent preferences, including consent status, timestamps, and preference selections, for compliance, audit, legal, and governance purposes.

10. GDPR & International Data Protection Rights

For users located in the European Economic Area (“EEA”), United Kingdom, or jurisdictions with similar privacy regulations, NEKST Group seeks to process personal data in accordance with applicable data protection laws, including the GDPR.

Subject to applicable law, users may have rights relating to:

• access to personal data;

• correction of inaccurate data;

• deletion of personal data;

• restriction of processing;

• objection to processing; and

• withdrawal of consent.

11. Contact Information

Questions relating to this Cookie Policy or NEKST Group’s data protection practices may be directed to:

Subject to applicable law, users may have rights relating to:

• access to personal data;

• correction of inaccurate data;

• deletion of personal data;

• restriction of processing;

• objection to processing; and

• withdrawal of consent.

Email: info@nekst1.com

12. Updates to This Policy

NEKST Group may update this Cookie Policy periodically to reflect:

• legal or regulatory changes;

• operational changes;

• technology updates;

• or modifications to Platform functionality.

Updated versions of this Policy may be published on the Platform with revised effective dates.