Privacy Policy

Last updated: September 23, 2024

At LittleProgrammers, we take your privacy seriously. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and protect your personal information when you use our educational platform.

As a SaaS educational platform, we are committed to maintaining the trust and confidence of our users while delivering high-quality programming education services.

1.1 Information We Collect

  • Account information (name, email, password)
  • Profile information (avatar, bio, preferences)
  • Learning progress and assessment data
  • Payment information (processed securely by third-party providers)
  • Usage data (platform interactions, performance metrics)
  • Technical data (IP address, browser type, device information)

1.2 Purpose of Collection

We collect this information to:

  • Provide and improve our educational services
  • Personalize learning experiences
  • Track progress and generate performance reports
  • Process payments and manage subscriptions
  • Communicate important updates and announcements
  • Ensure platform security and prevent abuse

1.3 Legal Basis

We process your data based on:

  • Contract fulfillment (providing our services)
  • Legal obligations (tax, security, regulatory compliance)
  • Legitimate interests (platform improvement, security)
  • Consent (marketing communications, optional features)

2.1 COPPA Compliance

We comply with the Children's Online Privacy Protection Act (COPPA) and take additional measures to protect children's privacy:

  • Parental consent required for users under 13
  • Limited data collection from young users
  • Restricted access to personal information
  • Enhanced privacy settings for young users

2.2 Educational Records

We handle educational records in accordance with applicable laws and best practices:

  • Secure storage of academic progress data
  • Controlled access to student information
  • Regular data accuracy reviews
  • Clear retention and deletion policies

2.3 Parental Rights

Parents/guardians of users under 13 have the right to:

  • Review their child's personal information
  • Request deletion of their child's data
  • Approve changes to privacy settings
  • Withdraw consent at any time

3.1 Storage Methods

We implement industry-standard security measures:

  • Encrypted data storage
  • Regular security audits
  • Secure backup systems
  • Physical security controls

3.2 Protection Measures

Our security protocols include:

  • SSL/TLS encryption for data transmission
  • Regular security updates and patches
  • Intrusion detection systems
  • Employee security training

3.3 Access Controls

We maintain strict access controls:

  • Role-based access management
  • Multi-factor authentication
  • Regular access reviews
  • Audit logging and monitoring

4.1 Service Providers

We work with trusted third-party services for:

  • Payment processing
  • Hosting and infrastructure
  • Analytics and performance monitoring
  • Customer support services

4.2 Data Sharing

We share data with third parties only:

  • When necessary for service provision
  • With explicit user consent
  • As required by law
  • Under strict confidentiality agreements

5.1 Access Rights

Users have the right to:

  • Access their personal data
  • Request data portability
  • Review their privacy settings
  • Export their learning progress

5.2 Data Modification

Users can:

  • Update personal information
  • Correct inaccurate data
  • Manage privacy preferences
  • Control communication settings

5.3 Data Deletion

Users can request:

  • Account deletion
  • Removal of specific data
  • Cancellation of subscriptions
  • Erasure of learning history

This Privacy Policy is effective as of September 23, 2024. We reserve the right to update this policy to reflect changes in our practices or legal requirements. Users will be notified of significant changes.

For questions about our privacy practices or to exercise your rights, please contact our Data Protection Officer at privacy@littleprogrammers.org