1. Information We Collect
Classcastle collects the following types of information:
Teacher Account Information
- Name and email address
- Authentication credentials
- Room creation and management data
- Usage patterns and preferences
Student Information
- Student names (provided by teachers)
- Current browser URL (for classroom management)
- Room participation status
- Join and activity timestamps
2. How We Use Your Information
We use collected information to:
- Provide and improve the Classcastle service
- Manage classroom sessions and student navigation
- Authenticate users and secure accounts
- Communicate service updates and support
- Analyze usage patterns to improve educational outcomes
3. Data Security
We implement appropriate security measures to protect your information:
- Encryption of data in transit and at rest
- Secure authentication protocols
- Regular security audits and updates
- Access controls and authentication requirements
4. Student Privacy
We are committed to protecting student privacy:
- Student data is only accessible to authorized teachers
- We comply with FERPA, COPPA, and other student privacy laws
- Student data is used solely for educational purposes
- Teachers are responsible for obtaining parental consent
- Student data is deleted when rooms are closed or upon request
5. Data Retention
We retain data as follows:
- Teacher account data: Until account deletion
- Active room data: While room is active
- Student session data: During active classroom sessions
- Historical data: Up to 1 year for educational analytics
6. Data Sharing
We do not sell or rent your personal information. We may share data only when:
- Required by law or legal process
- Necessary to provide the service (with our service providers)
- With your explicit consent
- To protect our rights, property, or safety
7. Your Rights
You have the right to:
- Access your personal data
- Correct inaccurate information
- Delete your account and associated data
- Opt out of certain data collection
- Export your data
8. Third-Party Services
We use third-party services to operate our platform:
- Supabase for database and authentication services
- Google Fonts for typography
- These services have their own privacy policies
9. Children's Privacy
Classcastle is designed for use in educational settings with teacher supervision. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13 without parental consent. Teachers are responsible for ensuring compliance with applicable laws.
10. International Data Transfers
Your information may be transferred to and processed in countries other than your own. We ensure appropriate safeguards are in place to protect your data in accordance with this Privacy Policy.
11. Changes to Privacy Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify users of significant changes via email or in-app notification.
12. Contact Information
For privacy-related questions, please contact us at: privacy@classcastle.org