Privacy Policy

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MindyRoad, Inc. (“MindyRoad”, “we”, “us”, or “our”) is committed to protecting the privacy and security of users of our educational technology platform and services (“Services”). This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard information when you visit or use our Services.

By using our Services, you agree to the terms of this Privacy Policy.

1. Scope and Applicability

This Privacy Policy applies to information collected by MindyRoad through our website, applications, and services used by educators, schools, and districts in the United States, with a focus on K–12 education.

2. Compliance with COPPA and Student Privacy Laws

  • No PII is collected from children under 13
  • Student usage is anonymous and session-based
  • FERPA compliance applies when partnered with educational institutions

3. Information We Collect

a. For Educators

  • Email address
  • Login credentials
  • Lesson creation activity

b. For Students

Anonymous session data only; no personal identifiers collected.

4. How We Use Information

  • Provide and improve services
  • Support educator functionality
  • No advertising or selling of data

5. Third Parties and Service Providers

We do not use Google Analytics or third-party advertising. Trusted service providers are used for hosting and authentication.

6. Use of YouTube API Services

MindyRoad uses YouTube API Services to allow users to search for and view videos for educational purposes. By using such features, you agree to the YouTube Terms of Service.

Our use of YouTube data is also subject to the Google Privacy Policy.

7. YouTube API Data Collection and Usage

We may access non-personal data such as search terms or playback events. No personal YouTube account data is collected or stored. We do not link YouTube data to educator or student identities. No third-party cookies or persistent identifiers are placed for YouTube-related use.

8. Data Retention

Educator data is retained during account activity. Student session data is temporary and anonymous.

9. Security

  • Encryption
  • Access control
  • Audit logging

10. California Consumer Rights (CCPA/CPRA)

Educators and other California residents have rights to access or delete personal information. Student data is excluded as no PII is collected.

11. Contact Information