Privacy Policy

1. Introduction

EduArc Hub ("we", "our", "the Platform") is committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you use our educational resource platform. Please read this policy carefully.

2. Information We Collect

2.1 Account Information

When you create an account, we collect:

• Email address
• Display name
• Profile information from Google OAuth (if you choose this sign-in method)
• Password (stored securely using industry-standard hashing)

2.2 Content Information

When you upload resources, we collect:

• Uploaded HTML files
• Metadata (title, description, subject, difficulty level, grade level, tags)
• Upload timestamps

2.3 Usage Information

We automatically collect:

• Pages visited and resources viewed
• Download history
• Search queries
• IP address
• Browser type and version
• Device information
• Referral URLs

3. How We Use Your Information

We use the information we collect to:

• Provide and maintain the Platform
• Process and display your uploaded content
• Send email notifications about your submissions
• Respond to your inquiries and support requests
• Improve and optimize the Platform
• Analyze usage patterns and trends
• Prevent fraud, abuse, and security threats
• Enforce our Terms of Service
• Comply with legal obligations

4. Data Storage and Security

5. Third-Party Services

We use the following third-party services:

• Supabase: Database and authentication services
• Google OAuth: Optional authentication method
• Whitelisted CDNs: Content delivery for external libraries in visualizations (cdnjs.cloudflare.com, cdn.jsdelivr.net, unpkg.com, cdn.plot.ly, d3js.org, fonts.googleapis.com)
• OpenAI: Content moderation API for reviewing submissions

These services have their own privacy policies governing their use of your data.

6. Data Sharing

7. Your Rights

You have the right to:

• Access: Request a copy of the personal information we hold about you
• Correction: Update or correct inaccurate information
• Deletion: Request deletion of your account and personal data
• Export: Download your uploaded content and account data
• Withdraw Consent: Opt out of marketing communications

To exercise these rights, contact us at hello@eduarc.ai. Note that content uploaded under CC BY-SA 4.0 may remain available even after account deletion, as required by the license terms.

8. Cookies and Tracking

9. Children's Privacy

EduArc Hub is designed for educational use by all ages. However, account creation requires users to be at least 13 years old (or the minimum age in their jurisdiction). We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13 without parental consent. If you believe we have collected information from a child under 13, please contact us immediately.

10. Data Retention

We retain your account information for as long as your account is active. Usage logs are typically retained for 90 days. Uploaded content remains available under CC BY-SA 4.0 until removed. After account deletion, we may retain certain information as required by law or for legitimate business purposes.

11. International Users

EduArc Hub is operated globally. By using the Platform, you consent to the transfer of your information to countries that may have different data protection laws than your country of residence. We take steps to ensure your data receives adequate protection.

12. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify you of significant changes by posting a notice on the Platform or sending an email to registered users. Your continued use of the Platform after changes constitutes acceptance of the updated policy.

13. Contact Us

If you have questions about this Privacy Policy or our data practices, please contact us at: hello@eduarc.ai