1. Introduction

FutureNow Technologies (Pty) Ltd ("we," "us," or "our") operates www.futurenowtechnologies.tech. We are committed to protecting your privacy[cite: 7]. This policy explains how we collect, use, and protect your information when you visit our site to explore programs and projects[cite: 8]. This draft is compliant with major 2025 standards, including POPIA (South Africa), GDPR (Europe), and FTC guidelines[cite: 3].

2. Information We Collect

We collect minimal personal data[cite: 10]. The types of information we may collect include:

• Voluntary Information: If you contact us via email or sign up for a newsletter, we collect your name and email address[cite: 11].
• Automated Data: We collect non-identifiable data such as your IP address, browser type, and pages visited via Google Analytics to improve user experience[cite: 12].
• Cookie Data: We use cookies to remember your preferences and track affiliate referrals[cite: 13].

3. How We Use Your Information

• Provide and maintain our website[cite: 16].
• Analyse website traffic to understand which projects are most popular[cite: 17].
• Communicate with you (only if you have opted in to receive updates)[cite: 18].

4. Affiliate Links and Cookies

Our website may contain affiliate links[cite: 19]. When you click on a page to browse details of projects, a tracking cookie is placed on your browser for a limited time (usually 24 hours to 90 days) by the hosting platform[cite: 20, 21]. These cookies notify us that you spent time on our website so we can enquire through pop-ups if you need more information[cite: 22]. These cookies do not give us access to your computer[cite: 23].

5. Third-Party Sales and Data

We do not collect or store credit card numbers or billing addresses on this website[cite: 25]. None of our projects are sold through this website or third-party websites[cite: 26]. Serious engagements happen outside this website[cite: 27].

6. Data Sharing

We do not sell your personal information[cite: 29]. We only share data when required by law or when using trusted service providers (like web analytics) who agree to keep your data confidential[cite: 30, 31].

7. Your Rights (POPIA/GDPR)

Depending on your location, you have the right to[cite: 33]:

8. Children's Privacy

Our website is intended for adults interested in technological projects[cite: 42]. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under the age of 18[cite: 43].