Privacy Policy for DopaGuru

Last Updated: January 6, 2026

1. Introduction

Welcome to DopaGuru (the "App"), an online educational quiz platform ("we," "us," or "our"). We are committed to protecting the privacy of our users ("you" or "your"), including students, teachers, and parents. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you use our App.

By accessing or using DopaGuru, you agree to the terms of this Privacy Policy. If you do not agree, please do not use the App.

2. Information We Collect

We collect information to provide, improve, and personalize your experience. The types of data we collect include:

A. Personal Information

We may collect the following personally identifiable information (PII):

• Account Information: Name, email address, username, password (hashed for security), and profile picture (optional).
• Educational Data: Grade level, school name (if provided), quiz scores, progress reports, and learning preferences.
• Payment Information: If applicable (e.g., for premium features), we may collect billing details via secure third-party payment processors (we do not store payment info).
• Parent/Guardian Information: For users under 13 (or the applicable age of consent in your jurisdiction), we may collect a parent/guardian's email for verification (see Section 7: Children's Privacy).

B. Non-Personal Information

We automatically collect non-identifiable data, such as:

• Device Information: IP address, browser type, operating system, device ID, and mobile network information.
• Usage Data: Pages visited, time spent on quizzes, quiz attempts, and interaction patterns (e.g., buttons clicked).
• Cookies and Tracking Technologies: We use cookies and similar technologies to enhance functionality and analyze usage (see Section 6: Cookies and Tracking).

C. Information from Third Parties

We may receive information from:

• Educational Institutions: If your school or teacher provides access to DopaGuru, we may receive rosters or class lists (with prior consent).
• Social Media: If you log in via Google, Apple, or other single sign-on (SSO) providers, we may receive your name and email (as permitted by you).

3. How We Use Your Information

We use collected data for the following purposes:

• Provide and Improve the App: Deliver quizzes, track progress, and personalize learning recommendations.
• Communicate with You: Send updates, notifications, or responses to inquiries (e.g., password reset emails).
• Analyze Performance: Monitor App usage to improve features, fix bugs, and optimize user experience.
• Security and Compliance: Detect fraud, enforce our Terms of Service, and comply with legal obligations.
• Research and Development: Aggregate anonymized data for educational research (e.g., identifying common learning gaps).

4. How We Share Your Information

We do not sell your personal information. We may share data in the following limited circumstances:

• With Your Consent: For example, if you opt to share quiz results with a teacher or parent.
• Service Providers: Trusted third parties (e.g., cloud hosting, analytics, or payment processors) that help operate the App. These providers are contractually obligated to protect your data.
• Educational Partners: If your school or district uses DopaGuru, we may share aggregated, anonymized class performance data with administrators.
• Legal Compliance: If required by law (e.g., court order, government request) or to protect our rights, safety, or property.
• Business Transfers: In the event of a merger, acquisition, or asset sale, user data may be transferred (with notice where possible).

5. Data Security

We implement industry-standard security measures to protect your data, including:

• Encryption: Data is encrypted in transit (TLS) and at rest (AES-256).
• Access Controls: Only authorized personnel can access personal information.
• Regular Audits: We conduct security reviews and vulnerability testing.
• Data Retention: We retain personal data only as long as necessary for the purposes outlined in this policy or as required by law. You may request deletion (see Section 8: Your Rights).

Note: No online service is 100% secure. While we strive to protect your data, we cannot guarantee absolute security.

6. Cookies and Tracking Technologies

We use cookies and similar technologies (e.g., web beacons, local storage) to:

• Authenticate users.
• Remember preferences (e.g., language settings).
• Analyze usage trends (e.g., via Google Analytics).

Your Choices:

• You can disable cookies in your browser settings, but some features may not function properly.

7. Children's Privacy

DopaGuru is designed for students of all ages, including children under 13. We comply with the Children's Online Privacy Protection Act (COPPA) and other applicable laws:

• Parental Consent: For users under 13 (or the applicable age in your region), we require parental/guardian consent before collecting personal information.
• Limited Data Collection: We collect only the minimum data necessary for educational purposes (e.g., username, quiz progress).
• School Consent: If DopaGuru is provided through a school, we may rely on the school's consent under the "school official exception" in COPPA.

Parents/Guardians: You may review, delete, or refuse further collection of your child's data by contacting us at contact@dopaguru.com.

8. Your Rights and Choices

Depending on your location, you may have the following rights:

• Access: Request a copy of your personal data.
• Correction: Update inaccurate or incomplete information.
• Deletion: Request deletion of your data (subject to legal exceptions).
• Portability: Receive your data in a machine-readable format.
• Opt-Out: Unsubscribe from marketing emails or disable cookies.
• Complain: Lodge a complaint with a data protection authority (e.g., GDPR).

To exercise these rights, contact us at contact@dopaguru.com. We may verify your identity before processing requests.

9. Third-Party Links

The App may contain links to external websites (e.g., educational resources). We are not responsible for the privacy practices of these sites. Always review their policies before providing information.

10. International Data Transfers

Your data may be transferred to and processed in countries outside your residence (e.g., where our servers or service providers are located). We ensure such transfers comply with applicable laws (e.g., GDPR Standard Contractual Clauses).

11. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy periodically. We will notify you of material changes via:

• Email (if you have an account).
• A prominent notice in the App.
• Updating the "Last Updated" date above.

Your continued use of DopaGuru after changes constitutes acceptance of the new policy.

12. Contact Us

Effective Date: January 6, 2026