1. Information We Collect

1.1 Personal Information

We collect information you provide directly to us, such as when you create an account, use our services, or contact us for support:

• Name, email address, and contact information
• School information and academic records
• Student grades, attendance, and assessment data
• Teacher and administrator account information
• Payment information (processed securely through third-party providers)

1.2 Usage Information

We automatically collect certain information about your use of our services:

• Log data (IP address, browser type, pages visited)
• Device information (device type, operating system)
• Usage patterns and feature interactions
• Cookies and similar tracking technologies

2. How We Use Your Information

We use the information we collect to:

• Provide, maintain, and improve our services
• Process transactions and send related information
• Send technical notices, updates, and support messages
• Respond to your comments and questions
• Monitor and analyze usage and trends
• Detect, investigate, and prevent security incidents
• Comply with legal obligations

3. Information Sharing and Disclosure

We do not sell, trade, or otherwise transfer your personal information to third parties except in the following circumstances:

3.1 Service Providers

We may share information with trusted third-party service providers who assist us in operating our platform, conducting business, or serving our users.

3.2 Legal Requirements

We may disclose information if required by law or in response to valid legal processes.

3.3 School Administration

Student information may be shared with authorized school personnel as necessary for educational purposes and school operations.

4. Data Security

We implement appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect your information:

• Encryption of data in transit and at rest
• Regular security assessments and updates
• Access controls and authentication measures
• Secure data centers with physical security
• Employee training on data protection

5. Your Rights and Choices

You have certain rights regarding your personal information:

• Access: Request access to your personal information
• Correction: Request correction of inaccurate information
• Deletion: Request deletion of your personal information
• Portability: Request a copy of your data in a portable format
• Opt-out: Unsubscribe from marketing communications

To exercise these rights, please contact us at privacy@brightfuture.edu

6. Cookies and Tracking Technologies

We use cookies and similar technologies to enhance your experience:

• Essential Cookies: Required for basic platform functionality
• Analytics Cookies: Help us understand how you use our platform
• Preference Cookies: Remember your settings and preferences

You can control cookie settings through your browser preferences.

7. Data Retention

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

• Account information: Until account deletion or 3 years of inactivity
• Student records: As required by educational regulations
• Usage data: Up to 2 years for analytics purposes
• Legal compliance: As required by applicable laws

8. International Data Transfers

Your information may be transferred to and processed in countries other than your own. We ensure appropriate safeguards are in place for such transfers, including:

• Standard contractual clauses
• Adequacy decisions by relevant authorities
• Certification schemes and codes of conduct

9. Children's Privacy

Our services are designed for educational institutions and are not directed to children under 13. We collect student information only through authorized school accounts and in compliance with applicable laws, including:

• Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA)
• Children's Online Privacy Protection Act (COPPA)
• General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR)

10. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify you of any material changes by:

• Posting the updated policy on our website
• Sending email notifications to registered users
• Providing notice through our platform

Your continued use of our services after changes become effective constitutes acceptance of the updated policy.

11. Contact Us

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