Student Privacy Policy

Effective Date: 6th April 2026

WhiteboardHub is committed to protecting the privacy of students who use our platform. This Student Privacy Policy explains how we handle data specifically related to students, including users under the age of 18.

ℹ️ This policy should be read alongside our general Privacy Policy.

1. Who This Policy Applies To

This policy applies to:

  • Students using WhiteboardHub for learning
  • Users under the age of 18
  • Educational institutions or individuals accessing content for educational purposes

2. Information We Collect from Students

👤a) Account Information

  • Name
  • Email address
  • Password (securely hashed)
  • Profile picture (optional)

📚b) Learning Activity Data

  • Resources viewed or downloaded
  • Learning interactions on the platform
  • Usage behavior (e.g., pages visited, time spent)

💳c) Payment Data (if applicable)

If a student makes a purchase, we may collect:

  • Phone number (for M-Pesa transactions)
  • Transaction details

3. How Student Data Is Used

We use student data to:

  • Provide access to educational resources
  • Improve learning experience and platform performance
  • Process purchases and downloads
  • Maintain platform security and prevent misuse

We do not use student data for harmful or exploitative purposes.

4. Age Requirements & Parental Consent

Minimum Age Requirement

Users must be at least 13 years old to create an account and use the platform.

👥 Users Under 18

If you are under 18, you may only use WhiteboardHub with the permission of a parent or legal guardian.

During registration, users may be required to confirm:

  • That they meet the minimum age requirement
  • That they have obtained appropriate parental or guardian consent where applicable

🛡️ Commitment to Student Protection

As WhiteboardHub grows globally, we aim to:

  • Respect child data protection laws in different regions
  • Provide a safe and appropriate learning environment
  • Continuously improve safeguards for younger users

5. Parental & Guardian Role

At this time, WhiteboardHub does not require parental consent for student use.

However, we encourage parents and guardians to:

  • Monitor student activity
  • Guide appropriate use of the platform

6. Data Sharing & Disclosure

We do not sell student data.

Student data may only be shared:

  • With trusted service providers (e.g., hosting, payments, analytics)
  • When required by law
  • To protect platform safety and users

7. Data Security for Students

We take reasonable measures to protect student data, including:

  • Encrypted connections (HTTPS)
  • Secure authentication systems
  • Restricted access controls

However, no system is completely secure. We encourage students and guardians to use strong passwords.

8. Student Rights

Students (or their guardians) have the right to:

  • Access their data
  • Request correction of inaccurate information
  • Request deletion of their account and data
  • Opt out of non-essential communications

Requests can be made via:

📧support@whiteboardhub.com

9. Data Retention

We retain student data only as long as necessary to:

  • Provide our services
  • Maintain platform functionality
  • Comply with legal obligations

10. International Access

WhiteboardHub may be accessed globally. By using the platform, students consent to data processing in accordance with this policy.

11. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Student Privacy Policy from time to time. Updates will be posted with a revised effective date.

12. Contact Us

If you have questions about student privacy:

🔒 Privacy Commitment

Your privacy and your child's privacy are important to us. If you have concerns or questions about our Student Privacy Policy, please don't hesitate to reach out. We're committed to transparent communication and protecting young learners on WhiteboardHub.