Privacy Policy

1. Information We Collect

Personal Information

When you interact with Beyond School, we may collect the following personal information:

• Contact Information: Name, email address, phone number, and mailing address
• Account Information: Username, password, and profile information
• Educational Information: Learning preferences, academic goals, progress data, and portfolio content
• Communication Data: Messages, feedback, and correspondence with our team

Automatically Collected Information

We automatically collect certain information when you use our services:

• Device Information: IP address, browser type, operating system, and device identifiers
• Usage Data: Pages visited, time spent, clicks, and interaction patterns
• Performance Data: Error logs, load times, and technical diagnostics

Learning Analytics

To provide personalized AI mentorship, we collect and analyze:

• Learning progress and achievement data
• Engagement patterns and preferences
• Reflection entries and portfolio submissions
• AI interaction logs for mentor improvement

2. How We Use Your Information

We use your information to:

• Provide Our Services: Deliver personalized learning experiences and AI mentorship
• Improve Our Platform: Enhance features, develop new tools, and optimize user experience
• Communicate: Send updates, respond to inquiries, and provide customer support
• Ensure Safety: Protect against fraud, abuse, and security threats
• Legal Compliance: Meet legal requirements and enforce our terms of service

AI and Machine Learning

We use artificial intelligence and machine learning to:

• Personalize learning recommendations and mentorship
• Analyze learning patterns to improve educational outcomes
• Generate insights for educators and learners
• Automate content curation and skill assessment

3. Information Sharing and Disclosure

We do not sell your personal information. We may share information in the following circumstances:

With Your Consent

We share information when you explicitly consent, such as:

• Sharing portfolio work with potential employers or institutions
• Participating in collaborative projects with other learners
• Connecting with mentors or educators in our network

Service Providers

We work with trusted third-party service providers who help us operate our platform:

• Cloud hosting and data storage providers
• Analytics and performance monitoring services
• Communication and email services
• Payment processing (when applicable)

Legal Requirements

We may disclose information when required by law or to:

• Comply with legal processes or government requests
• Protect our rights, property, or safety
• Prevent fraud or security threats
• Enforce our terms of service

4. Data Security

We implement comprehensive security measures to protect your information:

• Encryption: Data is encrypted in transit and at rest using industry-standard protocols
• Access Controls: Strict access limits with role-based permissions
• Regular Audits: Security assessments and vulnerability testing
• Incident Response: Procedures for detecting and responding to security breaches

5. Data Retention

We retain your information for as long as necessary to provide our services and comply with legal obligations:

• Account Information: Retained while your account is active
• Learning Data: Kept to maintain educational continuity and portfolio integrity
• Communication Records: Retained for customer service and legal purposes
• Analytics Data: Aggregated and anonymized data may be retained indefinitely

6. Your Rights and Choices

Access and Control

You have the right to:

• Access: Request a copy of your personal information
• Update: Correct inaccurate or incomplete information
• Delete: Request deletion of your account and associated data
• Export: Download your portfolio and learning data

Communication Preferences

You can control communications by:

• Unsubscribing from marketing emails
• Adjusting notification settings in your account
• Contacting us directly to opt out

7. Children's Privacy

Beyond School is designed to serve learners of all ages, including children. We are committed to protecting children's privacy:

• We comply with applicable children's privacy laws (COPPA, GDPR-K, etc.)
• We obtain appropriate consent before collecting information from children
• We implement additional safeguards for younger learners
• Parents and guardians can access and control their child's information

8. International Data Transfers

If you access Beyond School from outside the United States, your information may be transferred to and processed in the United States. We ensure appropriate safeguards are in place for international transfers.

9. Changes to This Privacy Policy

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

• We will post the updated policy on this page
• We will update the "Last updated" date
• For material changes, we will notify you via email or platform notice
• Your continued use constitutes acceptance of the updated policy

10. Contact Us

This Privacy Policy is designed to be transparent and comprehensive. We believe in your right to understand how your information is handled and to maintain control over your data.