Privacy Policy

1. Overview

Welcome to SchoolClub.in ("we," "our," or "us"). We are committed to protecting your privacy and ensuring the security of your personal information. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you visit our website and use our educational services.

2. Information We Collect

Personal Information

We may collect the following types of personal information:

• Account Information: Name, email address, phone number, and password
• Profile Information: Grade level, school name, subjects of interest
• Educational Data: Learning progress, quiz scores, assignment submissions
• Communication Data: Messages sent through our platform, support requests

Automatically Collected Information

• Device Information: IP address, browser type, operating system
• Usage Data: Pages visited, time spent on site, click patterns
• Location Data: General geographic location (city/country level)

3. How We Use Information

We use your information for the following purposes:

Service Provision

• Create and manage your account
• Provide educational content and resources
• Track learning progress and performance
• Facilitate communication between users

Improvement and Analytics

• Analyze usage patterns to improve our services
• Conduct research on educational effectiveness
• Develop new features and content

Communication

• Send important service updates
• Provide customer support
• Send educational newsletters (with your consent)

4. Information Sharing

We may share your information only in the following circumstances:

Service Providers

We may share information with trusted third-party service providers who assist us in:

• Website hosting and maintenance
• Payment processing
• Analytics and performance monitoring
• Customer support services

Legal Requirements

We may disclose information when required by law or to:

• Comply with legal obligations
• Protect our rights and property
• Ensure user safety
• Prevent fraud or abuse

5. Data Security

We implement comprehensive security measures to protect your information:

Technical Safeguards

• Encryption: All data transmission is encrypted using SSL/TLS
• Secure Storage: Data is stored on secure servers with restricted access
• Regular Updates: Security systems are regularly updated and monitored
• Access Controls: Strict access controls limit who can view your information

Administrative Safeguards

• Employee training on data protection
• Regular security audits and assessments
• Incident response procedures
• Privacy by design principles

6. Cookies and Tracking

We use cookies and similar technologies to enhance your experience:

Types of Cookies

• Essential Cookies: Required for basic website functionality
• Performance Cookies: Help us understand how you use our site
• Functional Cookies: Remember your preferences and settings
• Analytics Cookies: Provide insights into user behavior

Managing Cookies

You can control cookies through your browser settings. However, disabling certain cookies may affect website functionality.

7. Children's Privacy

Children Under 13

• We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13 without parental consent
• If we discover we have collected information from a child under 13, we will delete it immediately
• Parents can review, update, or delete their child's information by contacting us

Educational Context

• We may collect information from students for educational purposes with school consent
• Educational records are protected under FERPA guidelines
• Parents have the right to access their child's educational information

8. Your Rights

You have the following rights regarding your personal information:

Access and Portability

• Request a copy of your personal information
• Export your data in a portable format
• Access your account information at any time

Correction and Deletion

• Update or correct inaccurate information
• Request deletion of your personal information
• Deactivate your account

Control and Consent

• Opt-out of marketing communications
• Withdraw consent for data processing
• Control privacy settings in your account

9. Data Retention

We retain your information for the following periods:

Active Accounts

• Account information: Retained while account is active
• Learning data: Retained for educational continuity
• Communication records: Retained for 2 years

Inactive Accounts

• Account data: Deleted after 3 years of inactivity
• Anonymous analytics: May be retained longer for research
• Legal requirements: Retained as required by law

10. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. When we do:

• We will post the updated policy on this page
• We will update the "Last Updated" date
• We will notify you of significant changes via email
• Continued use of our services constitutes acceptance of changes