Privacy Policy for 6th Generations Capital

Last updated: 27 February 2026

This Privacy Policy explains how 6th Generations Capital (“we”, “our”, “us”) collects, uses, stores, and protects your personal data when you visit https://6thgenerations.net or engage with our IT services, digital products, and support channels. We are committed to safeguarding your privacy and complying with the UK GDPR, EU GDPR (where applicable), abroad (Africa, Nigeria) and the UK Data Protection Act 2018.

1. Who We Are

Our website address is: https://6thgenerations.net

6th Generations Capital is a multidisciplinary technology company committed to building the next generation of digital solutions for Africa and the global market. We combine innovation, strategy, and technical mastery to deliver products and services that drive efficiency, security, and growth. Our work is rooted in a deep belief that Africa can lead the world in technological evolution—and we are building the systems, platforms, and partnerships that make that future inevitable.

For data protection matters, you may contact us at:
Email: info@mail.6thgenerations.net

Address: Use our online contact form

2. What Personal Data We Collect

We collect personal data in the following ways:

2.1 Data You Provide Directly

• Name, email address, phone number, and business details (via contact forms or onboarding forms)
• Account login details (if you register on our site)
• Comments and messages submitted through the website
• Files or media you upload or share with us through any internet means
• Support requests and troubleshooting information

2.2 Data Collected Automatically

• IP address
• Browser type and version
• Device information
• Pages visited and time spent on the site
• Referring URLs
• Cookies and tracking technologies (see section 6)

2.3 Comments

When visitors leave comments, we collect:

• Data shown in the comments form
• Visitor’s IP address
• Browser user agent string (for spam detection)

An anonymized hash of your email may be sent to Gravatar to check if you use the service.
Gravatar Privacy Policy: https://automattic.com/privacy/

After approval, your profile picture becomes visible with your comment.

2.4 Media Uploads

If you upload images, avoid including EXIF GPS location data. Visitors may download and extract location data from images on the site. You are sorely responsible to section 2.4 if you agree and check the privacy policy checkbox anywhere it appears on our site.

3. Cookies and Tracking Technologies

3.1 Essential Cookies

Used for:

• Login sessions
• Security
• Site functionality

Examples:

• Comment cookies (store your name/email for convenience for 1 year)
• Temporary login cookies (deleted when browser closes)
• Login cookies (2 days)
• “Remember Me” cookies (2 weeks)
• Screen preference cookies (1 year)
• Editor cookies for published/edited posts (1 day)

3.2 Analytics Cookies

We may use analytics tools such as:

• Google Analytics
• Microsoft Clarity
• Server‑side analytics
• Other analytics tool as we see fit

These tools may collect:

• IP address
• Device type
• Behavioural data
• Session recordings (Clarity)

3.3 Third‑Party Cookies

Embedded content (videos, images, articles) from other websites behaves as if you visited those websites directly. They may:

• Collect data
• Use cookies
• Track interactions

4. Embedded Content From Other Websites

Articles on this site may include embedded content such as:

• Videos
• Images
• Social media posts
• External articles

These third‑party sites may collect data about you, track your behaviour, and use cookies independently of our control.

5. How We Use Your Data

We use your data to:

• Provide IT services, support, and onboarding
• Improve website performance and user experience
• Respond to enquiries and support requests
• Manage user accounts and authentication
• Detect and prevent fraud or security threats
• Maintain internal records and service logs
• Comply with legal obligations

For marketing (newsletters, service updates), we only contact you with your explicit consent.

6. Legal Basis for Processing (GDPR)

We process your data under the following lawful bases:

• Consent — when you submit forms, subscribe, or accept cookies
• Contract — when you engage our services, sign an invoice, mou, document or create an account on any of our site or platform/s.
• Legitimate Interests — site security, analytics, service improvement
• Legal Obligation — compliance with UK/EU regulations
• Vital Interests — preventing fraud or security breaches

7. Who We Share Your Data With

We may share your data with:

• Hosting providers (e.g., cPanel, Cloudflare, Microsoft, Godaddy, Namecheap, etc.)
• Email service providers
• Payment processors (where applicable)
• Analytics platforms
• Spam detection services
• IT subcontractors assisting with support or development
• Legal authorities (only when required by law)

If you request a password reset, your IP address will be included in the reset email.

We never sell your personal data.

8. How Long We Retain Your Data

• Comments: retained indefinitely for automated follow‑up approval
• User accounts: stored until the user deletes their profile
• Support messages: retained for service history and troubleshooting
• Analytics data: retained according to third‑party provider policies
• Contractual data: retained for up to 7 years for legal compliance

Website administrators can view and edit user information.

9. Your Rights Under GDPR

You have the right to:

• Access your personal data
• Rectify inaccurate or incomplete data
• Erase your data (“right to be forgotten”)
• Restrict processing
• Object to processing
• Data portability (receive your data in a machine‑readable format)
• Withdraw consent at any time
• Lodge a complaint with the ICO (UK Information Commissioner’s Office)

To exercise your rights, contact us at:
info@mail.6thgenerations.net

10. Automated Decision‑Making and Profiling

We do not use automated decision‑making that produces legal or significant effects.
Analytics tools may profile general behavioural but not identify individuals.

11. Data Security

We implement industry‑standard security measures including:

• SSL encryption
• Firewall and DDoS protection
• Secure hosting environments
• Access controls and authentication
• Regular security audits
• Malware and spam detection
• Encrypted backups

Despite these measures, no online transmission is 100% secure.

12. International Data Transfers

Some third‑party providers may store data outside the UK/EU.
When this occurs, we ensure:

• Adequacy decisions
• Standard Contractual Clauses (SCCs)
• GDPR‑compliant safeguards

13. Where Your Data Is Sent

Visitor comments may be checked through an automated spam detection service.
Analytics and hosting providers may also process your data securely.

14. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this policy periodically.
The “Last updated” date will always reflect the latest version at the top of this page.

15. Contact Information

For privacy concerns, data requests, or questions:

6th Generations Capital
Email: info@mail.6thgenerations.net
Website: https://6thgenerations.net
Address: use our online address