1. Introduction
Pollen Tech Inc. ("we", "us", or "our") operates the Math Alpha platform ("Service"). This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, store, and protect your personal information when you use the Service.
2. Information We Collect
2.1 Account Information
When you sign in with Google, we receive your name, email address, and profile picture from your Google account. This information is used to create and manage your account.
2.2 Quiz and Submission Data
We collect quiz content created by teachers (questions, answers, grading rubrics) and student submissions (answers, scores, uploaded work). This data is necessary to operate the core quiz and grading features of the Service.
2.3 Google Classroom Data
If you enable Google Classroom integration, we access your course list, student roster, and assignment data to sync quizzes and report grades. We only access the minimum data necessary for this integration.
2.4 Usage Data
We may collect technical information such as browser type, device information, and interaction patterns to improve the Service. This data is collected in aggregate and is not used to identify individual users.
3. How We Use Your Information
We use the information we collect to:
- Provide, maintain, and improve the Service.
- Authenticate users and manage accounts.
- Grade student submissions using AI-assisted and automatic methods.
- Sync quizzes, assignments, and grades with Google Classroom.
- Communicate important updates about the Service.
- Ensure the security and integrity of the platform.
4. AI-Assisted Grading and Data Processing
Student answers may be processed by AI models (such as Google Gemini) to generate grading suggestions and feedback. This processing is performed solely for the purpose of grading and is not used to train AI models. Teachers retain full authority to review and override AI-generated grades.
5. Data Sharing and Disclosure
We do not sell your personal information. We may share your data only in the following circumstances:
- With Google: To enable Google Classroom integration and authentication.
- With AI service providers: To process student submissions for AI-assisted grading.
- As required by law: To comply with legal obligations, court orders, or government requests.
- With your consent: When you explicitly authorize us to share information.
6. Data Storage and Security
Your data is stored securely using Google Cloud infrastructure with encryption at rest and in transit. We implement industry-standard security measures to protect against unauthorized access, alteration, or destruction of your data.
7. Data Retention
We retain your data for as long as your account is active or as needed to provide the Service. If you request account deletion, we will remove your personal data within a reasonable timeframe, except where retention is required by law.
8. Children's Privacy
The Service is intended for use in educational settings under teacher supervision. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13 without appropriate consent. If you believe a child under 13 has provided personal information without consent, please contact us so we can take appropriate action.
9. Your Rights
Depending on your jurisdiction, you may have the right to:
- Access the personal information we hold about you.
- Request correction of inaccurate information.
- Request deletion of your personal data.
- Object to or restrict certain processing of your data.
- Request a portable copy of your data.
To exercise any of these rights, contact us at the email address below.
10. Google API Services User Data Policy
Our use and transfer of information received from Google APIs adheres to the Google API Services User Data Policy, including the Limited Use requirements.
11. Changes to This Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. When we do, we will revise the "Last updated" date above. We encourage you to review this page periodically. Continued use of the Service after changes constitutes acceptance of the updated policy.
12. Contact Us
If you have any questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy or our data practices, please contact us at support@contact.math-alpha.com.