Privacy Policy

1. Introduction
StudentDesk (“we”, “us”, “our”) is committed to protecting your personal information. This Privacy Policy explains what data we collect, how we use it, how we protect it, and what choices you have.

2. Information We Collect
We collect:

  • Personal data you provide (name, email address, phone number, school/grade, etc.)
  • Usage data (pages visited, time spent, actions on site)
  • Device data (IP address, browser type, device type)
  • Cookies and similar tracking technologies

3. How We Use Your Data
We use your data to:

  • Provide and improve our services
  • Personalise your experience
  • Communicate with you (newsletters, support)
  • Analyze website usage
  • Enforce our Terms & Conditions

4. Sharing Your Information
We may share your information with:

  • Third-party service providers (e.g., hosting, analytics)
  • Tutors or mentors (only data needed to facilitate the service)
  • Legal or regulatory authorities if required by law

5. Data Retention
We retain your personal data for as long as your account is active or as needed to provide services, comply with legal obligations, resolve disputes, and enforce our policies.

6. Security
We take reasonable measures to protect your information (encryption, access controls), but no system is 100% secure. By using our site, you accept this risk.

7. Your Rights
Under applicable laws (e.g., POPIA in South Africa), you may have rights to:

  • Access your personal data
  • Correct or update your data
  • Delete your data
  • Restrict or object to our processing
  • Withdraw consent (where relevant)

To exercise these rights, contact us at info@studentdesk.co.za.

8. Cookies
We use cookies to improve your experience. You can control or delete cookies through your browser settings, but disabling cookies may affect site functionality.

9. Changes to This Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Any changes will be posted on this page. Your continued use of StudentDesk after changes constitute your acceptance of the new policy.

10. Contact
If you have any questions about this policy, email us at info@studentdesk.co.za.

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