Privacy Policy

Effective Date: [Date]

GeoLock ("we," "us," or "our") values your privacy and is committed to safeguarding your personal information. This Privacy Policy outlines how GeoLock collects, uses, and protects information on our GeoLock platform, app, and associated services (collectively, the “Services”). This policy applies to all users, with added protections for children under 13 and information collected in educational settings, in compliance with the Children’s Online Privacy Protection Act (COPPA) and the Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA).

1. Information We Collect

• Personal Information: We collect limited personal information directly from parents or guardians when setting up GeoLock accounts, including names, contact information, and device identifiers. For students under 13, only parent-provided information is collected, ensuring no direct collection from the child.
• Non-Personal Information: GeoLock may collect usage data, device data, and aggregated analytics to improve Services. This information is anonymized and does not include identifiable personal details.
• Educational Data (FERPA Compliant): If GeoLock is used in a school setting, any data collected is treated as education records under FERPA. GeoLock complies with all privacy requirements and adheres to school or district guidelines in collecting, storing, and sharing student information.

2. How We Use Your Information

GeoLock uses collected data solely for the purposes specified below:

• Service Delivery: To operate, maintain, and improve our Services, including user authentication, device tracking, and activity management.
• Parental Controls: To provide parents or guardians with app management and content filters for child devices.
• Educational Support: If used in schools, to assist teachers and administrators in managing device usage while complying with school policies and educational standards.

GeoLock does not use children’s information for targeted advertising or marketing.

3. Data Security

GeoLock uses industry-standard security measures, including encryption and secure data storage, to protect all information. Access to student and child data is restricted to authorized users, such as parents, guardians, school administrators, or approved GeoLock personnel.

4. Information Sharing and Disclosure

GeoLock does not sell, trade, or share personal information with third parties for commercial purposes. GeoLock may share data in limited cases:

• Service Providers: We may use trusted third-party providers to assist in delivering and maintaining our Services. These providers are contractually bound to strict data protection standards.
• Educational Partners (FERPA Compliant): GeoLock only shares educational data with schools or districts that require access for legitimate educational purposes.
• Legal Requirements: We may disclose information if required by law or in response to lawful requests by public authorities.

5. Children’s Privacy (COPPA Compliance)

GeoLock is committed to complying with COPPA for children under 13:

• Parental Consent: For children under 13, we require verifiable parental consent before collecting personal information. Parents or guardians can review their child’s data and request deletion.
• Data Minimization: We collect the minimum necessary information for functionality, excluding data directly from the child.
• Opt-Out Rights: Parents or guardians can revoke access to their child’s information or disable data collection at any time.

6. Data Retention and Deletion

• Data Retention: GeoLock retains personal information only as long as necessary for the purposes outlined. In educational settings, data is retained per school or district agreements.
• Data Deletion: Parents or guardians can request deletion of their child’s data by contacting us. For students, schools may also request data removal in compliance with FERPA requirements.

7. Parental and School Controls

Parents or guardians have complete control over their child’s account and data within GeoLock. Schools and districts have access controls aligned with FERPA to manage student data securely.

8. Changes to This Privacy Policy

GeoLock reserves the right to update this policy to reflect changes in law or Service offerings. Users will be notified of any substantial changes, and continued use of the Services will constitute acceptance of such changes.