Ednoda Privacy Policy

Last Updated: May 7, 2025

1. Introduction

  • Welcome to Ednoda! We respect your privacy and are committed to protecting your personal information. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and protect your data when you use our platform. By using Ednoda, you agree to this policy.

2. Information We Collect

  • Account Information:

    Your name, email address, password, and school affiliation (if applicable).

  • Content and Communications:

    Content you upload or create on Ednoda, including questions, messages, images, and learning materials.

  • Student Information:

    Ednoda stores minimal student data provided by teachers to enable gameplay and analytics. This data is under the control of the teacher and never used for advertising or profiling.

  • Device Information:

    We automatically collect IP addresses, browser types, and basic usage statistics to improve system performance.

  • Payment Information:

    Payment details are handled securely by our third-party processor (e.g., Stripe). We do not store your full payment information.

3. How We Use Information

  • To Provide Services:

    We use your data to create, manage, and personalize your Ednoda experience.

  • Communication:

    We may contact you about platform updates or, with your consent, send promotional messages.

  • Analytics:

    We use de-identified data to understand platform usage and improve learning outcomes.

  • Legal Compliance:

    We may process your information to comply with legal obligations or respond to lawful requests.

4. Information Sharing

  • With Service Providers:

    We work with trusted providers for infrastructure, email, payment, and analytics support.

  • With Other Users (Collaborative Content):

    If you contribute content to public Education Nodes, your contributions may be viewed and adapted by other verified Ednoda users within the platform. These materials are never visible to the general public or sold without your permission.

  • With Legal Authorities:

    We may disclose information if required by law or to protect safety and integrity.

  • With Your Consent:

    We only share personal data beyond the uses above if you give us explicit permission.

5. Data Security

  • We implement industry-standard protections including encryption, firewalls, and access control. However, no online service can guarantee 100% security.

6. Data Retention

  • We retain your information only as long as needed to provide services, comply with laws, or resolve disputes. You can request deletion of your account and data by contacting us.

7. Children’s Privacy

  • Teachers are responsible for obtaining any required parental or guardian consent when using Ednoda with minors. We do not knowingly collect personal data directly from children.

8. International Data Transfers

  • Your data may be stored or processed in countries other than your own. We use appropriate safeguards, such as data processing agreements, to ensure protection under applicable law.

9. Your Rights

  • You may access, update, or delete your information, object to its use, or withdraw consent where applicable by contacting us at [email protected].

10. Governing Law

  • This Privacy Policy is governed by the laws of the Province of British Columbia, Canada. Disputes will be resolved in courts within this jurisdiction.

11. Contact Us

  • If you have any questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy, contact us at [email protected].