Privacy Policy

Your Privacy Matters

At LessonBuddy, we take your privacy seriously. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and protect your personal information.

1. Information We Collect

We collect information that you provide directly to us, including:

• Account information (name, email, phone number)
• Profile information (instructor details, student details)
• Lesson and scheduling data
• Payment and billing information
• Messages and communications
• Location data (when you use location features)

2. How We Use Your Information

We use the information we collect to:

• Provide and maintain our services
• Process payments and transactions
• Send notifications and updates
• Improve and optimize our app
• Provide customer support
• Prevent fraud and ensure security

3. Data Sharing and Disclosure

We do not sell your personal information. We may share your information with:

• Other users as necessary for the service (e.g., instructors and students)
• Service providers who help us operate the app (payment processors, hosting providers)
• Law enforcement when required by law

4. Data Security

We implement appropriate security measures to protect your information, including:

• Encryption of data in transit and at rest
• Regular security audits
• Secure cloud infrastructure
• Access controls and authentication

5. Your Rights

You have the right to:

• Access your personal data
• Correct inaccurate data
• Request deletion of your data
• Export your data
• Opt out of marketing communications

6. Data Retention

We retain your information for as long as your account is active or as needed to provide services. After account deletion, we keep data for 90 days before permanent deletion.

7. Children's Privacy

Our service is designed for users 13 years and older. Student accounts for minors should be created and managed by parents or guardians.

8. International Data Transfers

Your information may be transferred to and processed in countries other than your own. We ensure appropriate safeguards are in place for such transfers.

9. GDPR Compliance

For users in the European Union, we comply with GDPR requirements including data minimization, purpose limitation, and the right to be forgotten.

10. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify you of significant changes via email or in-app notification.

11. Contact Us

If you have questions about this Privacy Policy or our data practices, please contact us at:

Email: privacy@lessonbuddy.co.uk

Address: LessonBuddy, United Kingdom