PRIVACY POLICY

Effective Date: 13/12/2025

App Name: Grantham's Orbit

Developer / Data Controller and Owner: Pushkar Wagh

Contact Email: orbit.test.personal@gmailcom

Your privacy is important to us. This Privacy Policy explains what information we collect, how we use it, how we protect it, and your rights. By using [App Name], you agree to the practices described below.

📌 1. Information We Collect

1.1. Email Address (Teachers Only)

We collect teacher email addresses for secure login and account identification.

These emails are entered by the school admin, not by the users themselves.

1.2. Password / PIN Authentication Data

Teachers use passwords for login.

Students use randomly generated PINs to access tests/assignments.

These credentials are stored securely in Firebase and used ONLY for authentication.

1.3. Teacher-Uploaded Content

Teachers may upload tests, assignments, timetables, or other academic content.

This content is stored in Firebase until deleted by the teacher or admin.

1.4. No Additional Personal Data

We do NOT collect:

Name

Phone number

Photos

Contact list

Location

Device identifiers

Messages

Payment information

1.5. No Analytics / No Crash Logs

We do not use Firebase Analytics, Crashlytics, or any tracking/monitoring tools.

We do not collect performance metrics, device data, or usage patterns.

📌 2. Purpose of Data Collection

We collect only the minimal information necessary to:

Authenticate users (teachers/students)

Manage tests, assignments, and academic data

Securely identify users

Provide core app functionality

Allow teachers to upload/manage academic content

We do not use your data for advertising, profiling, marketing, or tracking.

📌 3. How We Use Your Data

3.1. Authentication

Email, password, and PINs are used solely to verify identity and allow access to the app.

3.2. App Functionality

Uploaded content (tests, assignments, timetables) is used only within the school environment.

3.3. No Data Sharing

We do not share, sell, rent, or transfer your personal information to any third party.

3.4. No Third-Party SDKs

The app does not use any third-party advertising, analytics, or data collection libraries outside Firebase.

📌 4. Data Storage & Security

4.1. Firebase Services

We use Google Firebase for secure data storage and authentication.

Your data is stored in Firebase Firestore, managed by Google Cloud.

4.2. Encryption

All data is encrypted in transit using HTTPS/TLS.

4.3. Access Control

Only authorized personnel (admins/teachers) can access school data.

No one else can access or view your information.

4.4. Deletion of Data

When a teacher or admin deletes a document/test/assignment, it is permanently deleted from Firebase and cannot be recovered.

📌 5. Data Retention

We keep your authentication data and uploaded content only:

As long as your account remains active, or

As long as required for the school’s academic operations

If your account is deleted or access is removed, all associated data is deleted permanently.

📌 6. User Rights

You have the right to:

Access your data

Correct inaccurate data

Request deletion of your personal data

Withdraw consent (if applicable)

To request any of these, contact us at: [Developer Email]

We respond to all requests within 15 days.

📌 7. Children’s Privacy

The app is used in an educational environment.

We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13.

Students only use PINs, not personal identity information.

If you believe a child’s personal information was collected without authorization, contact us immediately.

📌 8. Permissions Used

The app only requests:

POST_NOTIFICATIONS (Notifications Permission)

Used to send test alerts, assignment updates, and school announcements.

We do not access or collect any device data through this permission.

The app requires NO access to:

Storage

Camera

Microphone

Contacts

Location

Phone

Files

Media

📌 9. Data Sharing Statement (Required by Google Play)

We do NOT share any personal or sensitive user data with any third parties for any purpose.

This includes:

No advertising partners

No analytics services

No external service providers

📌 10. Compliance

This app complies with:

Google Play User Data Policy

Google Play Families and Education Policies

Applicable privacy and data protection laws

📌 11. Changes to This Policy

We may update this policy occasionally.

You will be notified inside the app or via email if significant changes are made.

📌 12. Contact Us

For questions, issues, or data-related requests, contact:

Developer / Controller: Pushkar Wagh

Email: orbit.test.personal@gmail.com