Privacy Policy for Einstein Code Academy

Effective Date: January 4, 2025

At Einstein Code Academy (referred to as “we,” “our,” or “us”), we value the privacy of our users and are committed to protecting their personal information. This Privacy Policy outlines how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your personal data when you or your child use our online coding platform, including third-party software and platforms that we may license. By using our services, you consent to the practices outlined in this Privacy Policy.

1. Information We Collect

We collect personal information in order to provide a safe and tailored learning experience for your child. The types of personal information we may collect include:

• Personal Information of the Student (Child):

  • Full name
  • Age/Date of birth
  • Email address (if provided by the parent or guardian)
  • Username and password (for account creation)
  • Course participation and progress data
  • Any content or materials uploaded by the student (e.g., code submissions, projects)

• Personal Information of the Parent/Guardian:

  • Full name
  • Email address
  • Payment information (if applicable for course enrollment)
  • Emergency contact details (if provided)
  • Consent for data collection and processing on behalf of the child

We may also collect non-personal information such as device information, browser type, and usage data to improve the functionality and performance of our platform.

2. How We Use the Information

We use the information we collect for the following purposes:

• To provide and personalize our coding courses and related services
• To track progress and provide feedback on student performance
• To communicate with parents or guardians about their child’s learning progress, course updates, and important notices
• To process payments (if applicable)
• To comply with legal obligations, including data protection laws

We will never sell, rent, or share your child’s personal data with third parties for marketing purposes.

3. Third-Party Software and Platforms

As part of our online learning experience, we use third-party platforms and software that provide essential tools for our courses, such as coding environments, collaboration tools, and communication platforms. These third-party services may collect, store, and process data provided by users, including students.

The third-party platforms and software we use may include, but are not limited to:

• Online coding environments (e.g., Replit, CodePen, Scratch, and others)
• Collaboration tools (e.g., Google Classroom, Slack, Pencilspaces, etc.)
• Video conferencing software (e.g., Zoom, Microsoft Teams)
• File storage and sharing services (e.g., Google Drive, Dropbox)

By using our platform, you acknowledge that your child will interact with these third-party platforms. The privacy practices of these third-party services are governed by their own privacy policies, which we encourage you to review. While we strive to partner with reputable services, we cannot control the privacy practices of third parties. Therefore, we are not responsible for the collection or use of personal information by these third-party platforms.

4. Data Sharing

We may share personal information in the following circumstances:

• With Service Providers: We may share personal data with third-party service providers who assist us in operating our platform, such as cloud storage, payment processing, or email communication. These service providers are required to protect the privacy and security of your data.
• With Third-Party Platforms: As mentioned above, certain third-party platforms may collect data to provide services integral to our learning environment. This may include access to coding tools, collaboration features, or virtual classrooms.
• With Legal Authorities: If required by law, we may disclose personal information to authorities or other third parties to comply with a legal obligation, enforce our terms of service, or protect the rights, property, or safety of our users or others.

5. Data Retention

We retain personal information for as long as necessary to provide services to the student, comply with legal obligations, resolve disputes, and enforce our agreements. After the student has completed a course or if a parent or guardian requests the deletion of the child’s data, we will securely delete or anonymize the personal data.

6. Data Security

We implement reasonable security measures to protect personal information from unauthorized access, disclosure, alteration, or destruction. However, no data transmission over the internet can be guaranteed to be 100% secure. While we strive to protect personal data, we cannot guarantee its absolute security.

7. Parental Control and Consent

We take privacy seriously, especially regarding children’s data. We require that parents or guardians provide consent before their child can use our services. By enrolling in a course, you (the parent or guardian) agree to the collection and use of personal information as described in this Privacy Policy.

If you are a parent or guardian, you may:

• Review and update your child’s personal data by logging into the account or contacting us directly.
• Request that we delete your child’s personal information by contacting us.
• Withdraw your consent at any time, in which case we will discontinue the child’s access to the services.

8. Cookies and Tracking Technologies

We use cookies and similar technologies to enhance the learning experience and analyze platform usage. These technologies help us remember user preferences, track activity on our platform, and improve functionality.

You can control cookie settings through your browser, but note that disabling cookies may affect some features of the platform.

9. International Data Transfers

If you are accessing our services from outside the country where our company is based, please be aware that personal information may be transferred to and processed in the country where we operate. We ensure that all data transfers comply with applicable data protection laws.

10. Children’s Privacy

Our services are intended for children, but we do not knowingly collect personal information from children under the age of 13 without verifiable parental consent. If we learn that we have inadvertently collected information from a child without parental consent, we will promptly delete that information.

11. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. When we do, we will post the revised policy on our website and indicate the effective date of the update. If there are significant changes, we will notify you by email or through our platform.

Parent/Guardian Consent

By signing up, I, the undersigned parent or legal guardian, confirm that I have read and understood this Privacy Policy, including the information about third-party platforms and services. I consent to the collection, use, and processing of my child’s personal information as described in this document, including the use of third-party platforms and software.