Privacy Policy
Last Updated: October 5, 2025
Effective Date: October 5, 2025
Introduction
Quantum Navigator (“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 quantum.org.uk (also accessible at quantumnnav.web.app) and use our services.
Please read this Privacy Policy carefully. By using Quantum Navigator, you agree to the collection and use of information in accordance with this policy. If you do not agree with the terms of this Privacy Policy, please do not access or use our website.
Information We Collect
1. Information You Provide to Us
Voluntarily Submitted Information:
- Contact Forms: Name, email address, company name, and message content when you contact us
- Company Submissions: Company details you submit for inclusion in our directory
- Newsletter Subscriptions: Email address if you subscribe to our newsletter
- Feedback and Surveys: Responses you provide to surveys or feedback requests
2. Automatically Collected Information
Usage Data:
- Log Data: IP address, browser type, browser version, pages visited, time and date of visit, time spent on pages, device identifiers
- Cookies and Tracking Technologies: Data collected through cookies, beacons, tags, and scripts
Analytics Data:
- Website traffic and user behavior via Google Analytics
- Search queries and filter selections within the site
- Click-through rates and navigation patterns
How We Collect Information
Cookies and Similar Technologies
We use cookies and similar tracking technologies to track activity on our website and store certain information. Cookies are files with small amounts of data that may include an anonymous unique identifier.
Types of Cookies We Use:
Strictly Necessary Cookies
- Essential for website functionality
- Cannot be disabled
- Examples: Session management, security features
Analytics Cookies (Google Analytics)
- Track how you use our website
- Help us improve user experience
- Data shared with Google LLC
- Can be disabled via cookie settings
Advertising Cookies (Google AdSense)
- Show you relevant advertisements
- Track ad performance
- Managed by Google AdSense
- Can be controlled via cookie preferences
Functional Cookies
- Remember your preferences (filters, search settings)
- Enhance user experience
- Can be disabled
Cookie Consent: When you first visit our website, you will see a cookie consent banner. You can choose to accept all cookies, reject non-essential cookies, or customize your cookie preferences.
Managing Cookies: You can instruct your browser to refuse all cookies or indicate when a cookie is being sent. However, if you do not accept cookies, you may not be able to use some portions of our website.
How We Use Your Information
We use the information we collect for the following purposes:
Primary Uses
Provide and Maintain Our Service
- Display company directory information
- Enable search and filtering functionality
- Process and respond to your inquiries
Improve Our Website
- Analyze usage patterns
- Identify and fix technical issues
- Develop new features and content
Communication
- Respond to your contact form submissions
- Send newsletters (if you subscribed)
- Notify you of updates to our Privacy Policy or Terms
Analytics and Research
- Understand user behavior and preferences
- Generate aggregate statistics about website usage
- Conduct industry research (anonymized data only)
Advertising
- Display relevant advertisements via Google AdSense
- Measure ad performance
- Improve ad targeting (subject to your cookie preferences)
Legal Basis for Processing (GDPR)
For users in the European Economic Area (EEA), our legal basis for processing personal data is:
- Consent: When you provide explicit consent (e.g., newsletter subscription, cookie acceptance)
- Legitimate Interests: To operate, maintain, and improve our website
- Contractual Necessity: To provide services you request
- Legal Obligation: To comply with applicable laws
Third-Party Services
We use third-party services that may collect information about you:
Google Analytics
Purpose: Website analytics and user behavior tracking
Data Collected:
- IP address (anonymized)
- Device information
- Browsing behavior
- Geographic location (city/country level)
Privacy Policy: https://policies.google.com/privacy
Opt-Out: Google Analytics Opt-out Browser Add-on
Google AdSense
Purpose: Display advertisements on our website
Data Collected:
- Cookie identifiers
- Device information
- Ad interaction data
- Inferred interests based on browsing
Privacy Policy: https://policies.google.com/privacy
Ad Personalization: Google Ad Settings
Note: Google uses cookies to serve ads based on your prior visits to our website or other websites. You can opt out of personalized advertising by visiting www.aboutads.info.
Firebase Hosting
Purpose: Website hosting and content delivery
Data Collected:
- IP addresses (for CDN functionality)
- Request logs
Privacy Policy: https://firebase.google.com/support/privacy
Email Service Providers
If you subscribe to our newsletter, your email address is processed by our email service provider (e.g., Mailchimp, ConvertKit).
Data Shared: Email address, name (if provided), subscription preferences
Your Rights: Unsubscribe anytime via the link in each email
How We Share Your Information
We do not sell, trade, or rent your personal information to third parties.
We may share your information in the following limited circumstances:
With Service Providers
We share data with trusted third-party service providers who assist us in operating our website, subject to confidentiality obligations:
- Hosting providers (Firebase/Google Cloud)
- Analytics services (Google Analytics)
- Advertising networks (Google AdSense)
- Email marketing platforms (if applicable)
For Legal Reasons
We may disclose your information if required to do so by law or in response to:
- Court orders or legal processes
- Requests from government authorities
- Enforcement of our Terms of Service
- Protection of our rights, property, or safety
- Prevention of fraud or security threats
Business Transfers
If Quantum Navigator or Quantum Zeitgeist is involved in a merger, acquisition, or asset sale, your personal information may be transferred. We will provide notice before your data is transferred and subject to a different Privacy Policy.
Aggregated/Anonymized Data
We may share aggregated or anonymized data that cannot identify you personally for:
- Industry research and reports
- Public statistics about the quantum computing industry
- Marketing materials
Data Retention
We retain your personal information only for as long as necessary for the purposes described in this Privacy Policy:
- Contact Form Data: Retained for 2 years or until you request deletion
- Newsletter Subscriptions: Until you unsubscribe
- Analytics Data: Retained per Google Analytics settings (typically 26 months)
- Server Logs: Retained for 90 days for security purposes
- Cookies: Varies by cookie type (session cookies deleted when you close browser; persistent cookies up to 2 years)
Your Data Protection Rights
Depending on your location, you may have the following rights regarding your personal data:
Rights for EEA/UK Users (GDPR/UK GDPR)
- Right to Access: Request copies of your personal data
- Right to Rectification: Request correction of inaccurate data
- Right to Erasure (“Right to be Forgotten”): Request deletion of your data
- Right to Restrict Processing: Request limitation of data processing
- Right to Data Portability: Receive your data in a machine-readable format
- Right to Object: Object to processing based on legitimate interests
- Right to Withdraw Consent: Withdraw previously given consent at any time
- Right to Lodge a Complaint: File a complaint with your data protection authority
Rights for California Users (CCPA)
California residents have the right to:
- Know what personal information is collected
- Know whether personal information is sold or disclosed and to whom
- Opt-out of the sale of personal information (we do not sell personal information)
- Access personal information
- Request deletion of personal information
- Not be discriminated against for exercising these rights
How to Exercise Your Rights
To exercise any of these rights, please contact us at: privacy@quantumzeitgeist.com
We will respond to your request within 30 days (or as required by applicable law). We may request additional information to verify your identity before processing your request.
Data Security
We implement appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect your personal data against unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction:
Security Measures:
- Encryption: HTTPS/SSL encryption for data transmission
- Access Controls: Limited access to personal data by authorized personnel only
- Secure Hosting: Firebase/Google Cloud Platform with enterprise-grade security
- Regular Audits: Periodic security reviews and updates
- Data Minimization: Collect only necessary data
No Guarantee: Despite our efforts, no method of transmission over the internet or electronic storage is 100% secure. We cannot guarantee absolute security of your data.
Children’s Privacy
Quantum Navigator does not knowingly collect personal information from children under 16 years of age.
If you are a parent or guardian and believe your child has provided us with personal information, please contact us at privacy@quantumzeitgeist.com. We will delete such information promptly.
International Data Transfers
Quantum Navigator is operated by Quantum Zeitgeist, based in the United States. Your information may be transferred to, stored, and processed in the United States and other countries with different data protection laws.
For EEA/UK Users: We ensure appropriate safeguards are in place when transferring data outside the EEA/UK, including:
- EU-US Data Privacy Framework (if applicable)
- Standard Contractual Clauses approved by the European Commission
- Adequacy decisions by the European Commission
By using our website, you consent to the transfer of your information to countries outside your country of residence.
Third-Party Links
Our website may contain links to third-party websites (company websites, social media, etc.) that are not operated by us.
We have no control over and assume no responsibility for the content, privacy policies, or practices of third-party sites or services. We strongly advise you to review the Privacy Policy of every site you visit.
Do Not Track Signals
Some browsers include a “Do Not Track” (DNT) feature that signals to websites that you do not want to be tracked.
Currently, we do not respond to DNT signals because there is no universal standard for how to interpret them. However, you can control tracking through cookie settings and opt-out tools provided by third parties (Google Analytics opt-out, Google Ad Settings, etc.).
Changes to This Privacy Policy
We may update our Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices, technology, legal requirements, or other factors.
Notification of Changes:
- We will post the updated Privacy Policy on this page
- We will update the “Last Updated” date at the top of this page
- For material changes, we may provide additional notice (email notification, website banner)
Your Continued Use: Your continued use of Quantum Navigator after changes are posted constitutes acceptance of the updated Privacy Policy. We encourage you to review this page periodically.
Contact Us
If you have questions, concerns, or requests regarding this Privacy Policy or our data practices, please contact us:
Email: privacy@quantumzeitgeist.com
Data Protection Officer: Quantum Zeitgeist Data Protection Officer Email: dpo@quantumzeitgeist.com
Mail: Quantum Zeitgeist Attention: Privacy Officer United States
Online Contact Form: /contact/
Note: Specific postal address available upon request for data subject rights inquiries
Supervisory Authority
If you are located in the EEA or UK and believe we have not adequately addressed your concerns, you have the right to lodge a complaint with your local data protection authority:
- UK: Information Commissioner’s Office (ICO) - https://ico.org.uk
- EU Member States: Find your authority at https://edpb.europa.eu/about-edpb/board/members_en
Cookie Policy Summary
For detailed information about cookies we use, see the “Cookies and Similar Technologies” section above.
Essential Cookies: Always active (necessary for website functionality)
Analytics Cookies: Can be disabled (Google Analytics)
Advertising Cookies: Can be disabled (Google AdSense)
Your Control: Manage preferences via cookie banner or browser settings
Acknowledgment
By using Quantum Navigator, you acknowledge that you have read and understood this Privacy Policy and agree to its terms.
This Privacy Policy is effective as of October 5, 2025 and was last updated on October 5, 2025.
Quantum Navigator is a project of Quantum Zeitgeist.