Privacy Policy

1. Information We Collect

We collect information you provide directly to us, including:

• Account Information: Name, email address, password (encrypted)
• Student Data: Student names, grades, subjects, lesson notes, performance records
• Content: Lesson plans, reports, flashcards, worksheets, and tests you create
• Usage Data: Pages visited, features used, time spent on platform
• Payment Information: Processed securely through Paddle (we don't store credit card details)

2. How We Use Your Information

We use the information we collect to:

• Provide, maintain, and improve our AI-powered teaching platform
• Generate personalized lesson plans, reports, and educational content
• Process payments and manage subscriptions
• Send important updates about your account and service changes
• Respond to your support requests and feedback
• Analyze usage patterns to enhance user experience

Important: Your student data and lesson notes are used exclusively to generate content for your specific needs. We do not use your data to train AI models or share it with third parties for their own purposes.

3. Data Storage and Security

We implement industry-standard security measures to protect your data:

• Encryption: All data is encrypted in transit (HTTPS/TLS) and at rest
• Secure Storage: Student data is stored on Supabase's secure cloud infrastructure with strict access controls
• Private Buckets: Lesson photos and uploads are stored in private, encrypted storage buckets
• Regular Backups: Automated backups ensure data recovery in case of system failure

4. Third-Party Services

We use the following trusted third-party services:

• Supabase: Database and authentication infrastructure (servers in US/EU)
• Vercel: Application hosting and content delivery
• Lemon Squeezy: Payment processing (Merchant of Record)
• Unsplash: Photo library for flashcard images (public photos only)
• Google OAuth: Optional sign-in method (if you choose to use it)

These services have access only to the minimum data necessary to perform their functions and are bound by their own privacy policies.

5. Google API Services User Data Policy

The use and transfer to any other app of information received from Google APIs will adhere to Google API Services User Data Policy, including the Limited Use requirements.

6. Cookies and Tracking

We use cookies and similar technologies to:

• Keep you signed in and remember your preferences
• Analyze site traffic and usage patterns (via Vercel Analytics)
• Improve site performance and user experience

You can control cookie settings through your browser, though disabling cookies may limit platform functionality.

7. Your Rights (GDPR & CCPA Compliance)

You have the right to:

• Access: Request a copy of all data we hold about you
• Correct: Update or correct inaccurate information
• Delete: Request deletion of your account and all associated data
• Export: Download your data in standard formats (CSV, PDF, XLSX)
• Opt-Out: Unsubscribe from marketing emails (account emails still apply)
• Object: Object to specific data processing activities

To exercise these rights, contact us at support@goteach.io or use your account settings dashboard.

8. Children's Privacy

goteach.io is designed for teachers and educators, not for direct use by children. While you may store student information (including minors), it is your responsibility as the account holder to ensure you have appropriate consent from parents/guardians to collect and store this information for educational purposes.

9. International Data Transfers

Your data may be transferred to and processed in countries other than your country of residence, including the United States and European Union. We ensure these transfers comply with applicable data protection laws through standard contractual clauses and adequacy decisions.

10. Data Retention

We retain your data for as long as your account is active or as needed to provide services. If you delete your account, we will delete or anonymize your data within 30 days, except where we are required by law to retain certain information (e.g., for tax or legal compliance).

11. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify you of significant changes via email or a prominent notice on the platform. Continued use of goteach.io after changes take effect constitutes acceptance of the updated policy.

12. Contact Us

If you have questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy or our data practices, please contact us at:

Email: support@goteach.io
Website: goteach.io/contact