Data Protection & Data Use Policy

1. Introduction

EduAnchors is committed to protecting the privacy, confidentiality, integrity, and security of personal and institutional data collected and processed during the course of our operations. This Data Protection and Data Use Policy outlines our principles, obligations, and practices concerning the collection, use, storage, disclosure, and protection of data.

2. Scope

This policy applies to all users, employees, contractors, affiliates, and third-party partners who access, process, or manage data on behalf of EduAnchors, including:

• Students
• Educators and Institutions
• Parents/Guardians
• Internal staff and volunteers
• Technology service providers

3. Definitions

• Personal Data: Any information that relates to an identifiable individual.
• Sensitive Personal Data: Includes health data, biometric data, financial details, or data relating to minors.
• Data Subject: The individual to whom personal data belongs.
• Data Controller: EduAnchors, which determines the purpose and means of data processing.
• Data Processor: Any third party that processes data on behalf of EduAnchors.

4. Data Collection

We collect data only for specified, explicit, and legitimate purposes. This includes:

• Registration and profile data
• Academic records and progress
• Communication and feedback
• Usage analytics for educational improvement
• Survey or research data (optional and consent-based)

5. Legal Basis for Data Processing

EduAnchors processes personal data based on:

• User consent
• Contractual necessity
• Legal obligation
• Legitimate interest, provided it does not override the interests of the data subject

6. Use of Data

Collected data may be used for the following:

• Educational delivery and personalization
• Platform performance optimization
• Communication and support
• Compliance with legal and regulatory requirements
• Research and product development (in anonymized or aggregated form)

7. Data Sharing and Disclosure

EduAnchors may share data only with:

• Educational institutions and instructors (with consent)
• Technology and analytics partners (under strict data processing agreements)
• Government authorities if legally mandated

We do not sell or lease personal data to third parties.

8. Data Protection and Security

We implement appropriate technical and organizational measures including:

• Data encryption in transit and at rest
• Access control and role-based permissions
• Regular data security audits
• Data breach notification procedures

9. Data Retention

We retain data only for as long as necessary to fulfill the purpose for which it was collected, or as required by law. After the retention period, data is securely deleted or anonymized.

10. Rights of Data Subjects

Data subjects have the following rights:

• Access to their personal data
• Correction of inaccurate or incomplete data
• Deletion ("Right to be Forgotten")
• Data portability
• Objection to processing
• Withdrawal of consent at any time

Requests can be submitted to: privacy@eduanchors.com

11. Cookies and Tracking

Our platform uses cookies to enhance user experience and gather usage analytics. Users can manage their cookie preferences via browser settings or our platform’s cookie banner.

12. Third-Party Services

Our platform may integrate with third-party services (e.g., Zoom, Google Classroom) that have their own privacy policies. We encourage users to review those independently.

13. Children’s Data

EduAnchors complies with applicable child data protection regulations. We seek verifiable parental/guardian consent before collecting data from children below the legal age of digital consent.

14. Policy Updates

We may update this policy periodically. Changes will be communicated via platform notifications and updated on our website.

Contact: privacy@eduanchors.com