Introduction
classta ("we," "our," or "us") is committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you use our mobile application and services.
Information We Collect
Personal Information
- Name: To personalize your experience
- Email Address: For account authentication and communication
- Phone Number: For optional phone-based authentication
- Profile Photo: Optional, for profile customization
Educational Data
- Course enrollments and progress
- Quiz attempts and scores
- Homework submissions
- Learning activity history
- Favorites and bookmarks
- Reviews and ratings
Automatically Collected Information
- Device information (model, OS version)
- App usage statistics and analytics
- Error logs and crash reports
- IP address and general location data
Content You Create
- Comments and discussions
- Uploaded files and assignments
- Profile customizations
How We Use Your Information
- Provide Services: Enable course access, track progress, and deliver educational content
- Personalize Experience: Recommend courses and content based on your interests
- Communication: Send notifications about course updates, assignments, and important announcements
- Improve Services: Analyze usage patterns to enhance app functionality and user experience
- Security: Protect against fraud, abuse, and security threats
- Legal Compliance: Meet legal obligations and enforce our terms of service
Data Storage and Security
Firebase and Cloud Services
We use Google Firebase for Authentication, Cloud Firestore, Firebase Storage, analytics, and crash reporting. Your data is stored on secure Google Cloud servers with industry-standard encryption.
Security Measures
- End-to-end encryption for authentication
- Secure HTTPS connections for all data transfer
- Regular security audits and updates
- Access controls and authentication requirements
- Encrypted local storage for cached data
Data Retention
- Active account data is retained while your account is active
- You can request account deletion at any time
- Deleted data is removed from active databases within 30 days
- Backup copies may be retained for up to 90 days for disaster recovery
Third-Party Services
classta integrates with the following services:
- Firebase Authentication: User login and authentication
- Cloud Firestore: Database storage
- Firebase Storage: File and media storage
- Google Sign-In: Optional authentication method
- Firebase Analytics: App usage analytics
- Cloudinary: Image optimization and delivery
- Connectivity Services: Network status monitoring
We recommend reviewing: Google Privacy Policy, Firebase Privacy, Cloudinary Privacy Policy.
Data Sharing and Disclosure
- With Your Consent: When you explicitly authorize sharing
- Educational Purposes: Instructors may see your enrolled courses and progress; other students may see your public profile and reviews
- Service Providers: Third-party services help operate the app and are contractually obligated to protect your data
- Legal Requirements: When required by law, court order, or to prevent fraud or security threats
Your Rights and Choices
Access and Control
- View Data: Access your profile and data through the app settings
- Update Information: Modify your profile details anytime
- Delete Account: Request complete account deletion
- Export Data: Request a copy of your data in portable format
Privacy Controls
- Notification Settings: Control notifications
- Profile Visibility: Choose who can see your profile information
- Analytics Opt-Out: Disable analytics tracking in settings
Children's Privacy
classta is intended for users aged 13 and above. We do not knowingly collect information from children under 13. If you believe we have collected data from a child under 13, please contact us immediately, and we will delete it.
International Data Transfers
Your data may be transferred to and stored on servers located outside your country. By using classta, you consent to such transfers. We ensure appropriate safeguards are in place to protect your data.
Cookies and Tracking
classta uses local storage and caching to remember your login state, store offline content, improve performance, and provide analytics insights. You can clear cached data through the app settings.
Changes to Privacy Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy periodically. Changes will be posted with a new "Last Updated" date. We will notify you of significant changes through in-app notifications, email, or prominent notices in the app.
Contact Us
For questions, concerns, or requests regarding this Privacy Policy:
- Email: privacy@classta.app
- Support: support@classta.app
- Address: [Your Business Address]
Data Protection Officer
For GDPR-related inquiries (EU users): dpo@classta.app
Your California Privacy Rights (CCPA)
- Right to know what personal information is collected
- Right to delete personal information
- Right to opt-out of sale of personal information (we don't sell data)
- Right to non-discrimination for exercising privacy rights
European Union Users (GDPR)
- Right to access your data
- Right to rectification of incorrect data
- Right to erasure ("right to be forgotten")
- Right to restrict processing
- Right to data portability
- Right to object to processing
- Right to withdraw consent
To delete your account or learn more about data deletion, see our Account Deletion page.