Privacy Policy

Welcome to SpellingJoy ("we," "our," or "us"). Your privacy is important to us. This Privacy Policy describes how we collect, use, and protect your personal information, particularly in accordance with the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) and the Children's Online Privacy Protection Act (COPPA).

By using our website https://spellingjoy.com, you agree to the terms outlined in this policy.

1. Information We Collect

From Parents:

• Account Information: Name, email address, and password (encrypted) for account creation and access.
• Child Details: Parents can add a child's first name and class/grade. No other personal data about children is collected or required.

From Children:

• Children do not create accounts and do not provide personal data directly.
• Children access the site via unique links provided by their parents for spelling practice.

Automatically Collected Data:

• Cookies & Usage Data: We collect device information, browser type, pages visited, and usage statistics via cookies and similar technologies.

2. Legal Basis for Processing (GDPR Compliance)

For users in the European Union:

• Consent: We process data based on parental consent, which is obtained during account registration.
• Contractual Necessity: Data processing is necessary to provide our services (e.g., spelling practice, performance tracking).
• Legitimate Interests: We use anonymized usage data to improve our services.

3. How We Use the Information

• To provide, operate, and improve our services.
• To allow parents to view children's progress and performance.
• To personalize user experience and content.
• To send account-related communications to parents.
• To comply with legal obligations.

4. Data Sharing and Disclosure

We do not sell or rent personal data. Data may be shared only with:

• Service Providers (e.g., hosting, analytics) who are contractually obligated to keep data confidential.
• Legal Authorities if required by law or to protect rights and safety.

5. Children's Privacy (COPPA Compliance)

SpellingJoy complies with COPPA:

• We collect minimal data (name and class) only from parents.
• Children's use of the platform is limited to practice activities; no direct interaction or data submission.
• Parents have full control over the child's data and may review or delete it at any time.

We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13 without parental consent. If you believe we have collected such data in error, please contact us immediately.

6. Data Security

We use industry-standard security measures to protect personal information, including:

• Encrypted data transmission (SSL)
• Secure password storage (hashed and salted)
• Restricted access to data

7. Data Retention

We retain personal data only as long as necessary to provide our services or as required by law. Parents may delete their accounts and associated child data at any time.

8. Your Rights

For EU Residents (GDPR):

• Access: Request a copy of your data.
• Correction: Correct inaccurate data.
• Deletion: Request deletion of your data.
• Objection: Object to data processing under certain circumstances.
• Data Portability: Receive your data in a structured, machine-readable format.

For All Users:

• You may withdraw consent or delete your account at any time.

To exercise your rights, contact us at info@spellingjoy.com.

9. Cookies and Tracking Technologies

We use cookies for site functionality and analytics. You may manage cookies through your browser settings. By using our site, you consent to the use of cookies.

10. International Data Transfers

If you are located outside of the United States, your data may be transferred to and processed in the United States, where our servers are located. We ensure appropriate safeguards are in place for such transfers, in accordance with GDPR.

11. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this policy from time to time. Significant changes will be notified via email or on our website.

12. Contact Us

If you have any questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy or our data practices, please contact us at:
Email: info@spellingjoy.com
Website: https://spellingjoy.com