Academic Bridge - Privacy Policy

Effective Date: 1/1/2023

At Academic Bridge, we are committed to protecting the privacy and security of your personal information. This Privacy Policy outlines how we collect, use, disclose, and protect the information we collect from users of our school management system named "Academic Bridge." Please read this policy carefully to understand our practices regarding your personal data.

1. Information We Collect

1.1 Personal Information: We may collect certain personally identifiable information from users, including but not limited to, names, email addresses, contact numbers, and other information necessary for providing our services and facilitating communication.

1.2 Student Information: Schools that use our platform, may collect student information such as names, dates of birth, attendance records, grades, academic performance, and other relevant educational data. This information is essential for managing student profiles, tracking progress, and facilitating academic activities.

1.3 Usage Data: We may collect non-personal information about how users interact with the Academic Bridge system. This may include browser type, IP addresses, device information, operating system details, and usage patterns. We use this data to improve our system, analyze trends, and enhance user experience.

2. Use of Information

2.1 Service Delivery: We use the collected information to provide and improve the Academic Bridge system, including student management, attendance tracking, grading, scheduling, communication, and other administrative functions necessary for effective school management.

2.2 Communication: We may use your contact information to communicate with you regarding system updates, announcements, important notices, and relevant information related to Academic Bridge. You may opt-out of receiving non-essential communications.

2.3 Data Analysis: We may aggregate and analyze non-personal information for statistical and research purposes to understand system usage trends, identify areas for improvement, and enhance the overall functionality and user experience of Academic Bridge.

2.4 Legal Compliance: We may disclose personal information as required by applicable laws, regulations, or legal processes to protect the rights, property, or safety of Academic Bridge, its users, or others, and to comply with any governmental or judicial requests.

3. Data Security

We implement industry-standard security measures to protect your personal information from unauthorized access, loss, misuse, or alteration. These measures include secure data storage, encryption, access controls, regular system monitoring, and employee training on data protection practices.

4. Third-Party Services

Academic Bridge may integrate or use third-party services, such as cloud storage providers, communication platforms, or analytics tools. These third-party services are subject to their respective privacy policies, and we encourage you to review their terms and practices. We are not responsible for the privacy practices or content of any third-party websites or services. Any third-party integration requires formal approval of the school which owns the data.

5. Data Retention

We retain personal information for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this Privacy Policy or as required by law. When personal information is no longer needed, we will securely delete or anonymize it. At any time, the school may make a formal request to get their data deleted.

Children's Privacy

Academic Bridge is intended for use by individuals who are at least 18 years old or parents/guardians have given consent to the school. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under the age of 18. If we become aware that we have inadvertently collected personal information from a child under the age of 18, we will take steps to delete it unless the parent/guardian has given a consent to the school.

Updates to this Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices or legal obligations. We will notify you of any material changes by posting an updated version on our website or through other reasonable means. We encourage you to review this policy periodically.

Contact Us

If you have any questions, concerns, or requests related to this Privacy Policy or the use of your personal information, please contact us at info@academicbridge.xyz

By using the Academic Bridge School Management System, you consent to the collection, use, and disclosure of your personal information as described in this Privacy Policy.