Last Updated: August 24, 2025
The Acton Chinese Language School (ACLS) app, developed for the non-profit Acton Chinese Language School (ACLS), is committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and protect your information when you use the ACLS app on your iPhone or iPad. By using the app, you agree to the terms of this policy.
The ACLS app provides a mobile-friendly interface to access the Acton Chinese Language School website (https://www.acls-ma.org). It allows students, parents, and volunteers to view class schedules, manage registrations, check the school calendar, access classroom information, and stay updated on cultural events. The app loads content directly from the ACLS website and does not independently collect or store personal data.
The ACLS app itself does not directly collect personal information. However, when you use the app to access certain features (e.g., the registration portal at https://acls-ma.org/main/login.html), the ACLS website may collect the following:
Personal Information: When you log in or register through the app, you may provide details such as your name, email address, phone number, or other information required for class registration, parent duties, or volunteer activities.
Usage Data: The ACLS website may collect non-personal data, such as your device type, browser type, IP address, and pages visited, to improve website functionality.
Cookies: The ACLS website may use cookies or similar technologies to enhance your experience (e.g., remembering login preferences). The app does not control these cookies; see the ACLS website’s cookie policy for details.
We do not collect information from children under 13 without verifiable parental consent, in compliance with the Children’s Online Privacy Protection Act (COPPA).
Information collected via the ACLS website (accessed through the app) is used to:
Facilitate class registrations, parent duties, and volunteer coordination.
Provide updates on school events, schedules, and cultural programs.
Improve the functionality and user experience of the ACLS website.
Respond to inquiries or support requests.
The ACLS app itself does not store or process this information; it only displays content from the ACLS website.
The ACLS app does not share your personal information with third parties, except as required to provide services through the ACLS website. For example:
ACLS Administration: Information provided through the registration portal is shared with ACLS staff to manage classes, events, or volunteer programs.
Service Providers: The ACLS website may use third-party services (e.g., hosting providers) to operate. These providers are bound by confidentiality agreements and comply with applicable privacy laws.
Legal Requirements: We may disclose information if required by law or to protect the rights, safety, or property of ACLS or its community.
We take reasonable measures to protect your information, including using secure HTTPS connections for the ACLS website. However, no method of transmission over the internet is 100% secure. The ACLS app relies on the security practices of the ACLS website, which we encourage you to review at https://www.acls-ma.org.
Account Information: You can update or delete your registration information by contacting ACLS at registration@acls-ma.org.
Cookies: You can manage cookie preferences through your device’s browser settings, though this may affect website functionality.
Opt-Out: To stop receiving ACLS newsletters, unsubscribe via the link in the email or contact principals@acls-ma.org.
The ACLS app is designed for use by students, parents, and volunteers, including families with children. We comply with COPPA and do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13 without parental consent. If you believe we have collected such information, contact us immediately at jasmine_zeng@yahoo.com.
The ACLS app loads content from https://www.acls-ma.org, which may include links to third-party websites (e.g., Google Groups for newsletters). We are not responsible for the privacy practices of these sites. Please review their policies before providing personal information.
The ACLS app and website are hosted in the United States and subject to U.S. and Massachusetts laws. If you use the app from outside the U.S., your information may be transferred to and processed in the U.S.
We may update this policy to reflect changes in our practices or legal requirements. The updated policy will be posted here with a revised “Last Updated” date. We encourage you to review it periodically.
If you have questions, concerns, or requests regarding your privacy or this policy, please contact:
App Support: Iris Shi, Ivy Shi, Yingjuan Zeng
Email: jasmine_zeng@yahoo.com
Acton Chinese Language School:
Email: principals@acls-ma.org
Website: https://www.acls-ma.org
Thank you for using the ACLS app and supporting Acton Chinese Language School’s mission to foster Chinese language and cultural education.