Effective Date: June 09, 2025
This Privacy Policy describes how SkoolStats ("we," "our," or "us") collects, uses, and protects your personal information when you use our service that provides insights and information about courses on the Skool platform ("Service").
1. Information We Collect
1.1 Information You Provide
We collect information you voluntarily provide to us, including:
- Account Information: Email address, username, and password when you create an account
- Payment Information: Billing details processed through our payment processors (we do not store credit card information directly)
- Communication Data: Information in emails, support tickets, or other communications with us
- Profile Information: Any additional profile details you choose to provide
1.2 Information We Collect Automatically
When you use our Service, we automatically collect:
- Technical Data: IP address, browser type, device information, operating system
- Usage Data: Pages visited, features used, time spent on our Service, click patterns
- Performance Data: Service performance metrics, error logs, and diagnostic information
- Cookies and Tracking: Data collected through cookies and similar tracking technologies
1.3 Third-Party Information
We collect publicly available information from third-party platforms, specifically:
- Skool Platform Data: Publicly accessible course information, community metrics, and performance data
- Public Course Data: Course titles, descriptions, member counts, and other publicly available statistics
- Community Analytics: Publicly visible community engagement metrics and trends
Important: We only collect publicly available information and do not access private, restricted, or confidential data from any third-party platform.
2. How We Use Your Information
2.1 Service Provision
We use your information to:
- Provide and maintain our Service
- Process payments and manage your account
- Deliver the insights and analytics you've purchased
- Authenticate your identity and secure your account
2.2 Service Improvement
We use your information to:
- Analyze usage patterns to improve our Service
- Develop new features and functionality
- Optimize service performance and user experience
- Conduct research and analytics about our Service usage
2.3 Communication
We use your information to:
- Send important service notifications and updates
- Respond to your inquiries and support requests
- Provide customer service and technical support
- Send administrative information about your account
2.4 Legal and Security
We use your information to:
- Comply with legal obligations and regulatory requirements
- Protect against fraud, abuse, and security threats
- Enforce our Terms and Conditions
- Resolve disputes and prevent prohibited activities
3. Legal Basis for Processing (GDPR)
For users in the European Union, our legal basis for processing your personal information includes:
- Contract Performance: Processing necessary to provide our Service and fulfill our contract with you
- Legitimate Interests: Improving our Service, preventing fraud, and ensuring security
- Legal Compliance: Complying with applicable laws and regulations
- Consent: When you explicitly consent to specific processing activities
4. Information Sharing and Disclosure
4.1 Service Providers
We may share your information with trusted third-party service providers who assist us in:
- Payment processing
- Data hosting and storage
- Technical infrastructure
- Customer support services
- Analytics and performance monitoring
4.2 Legal Requirements
We may disclose your information when required by law or when we believe disclosure is necessary to:
- Comply with legal process, court orders, or government requests
- Protect our rights, property, or safety
- Protect the rights, property, or safety of our users or others
- Investigate fraud or security issues
4.3 Business Transfers
In the event of a merger, acquisition, or sale of assets, your information may be transferred to the acquiring entity.
4.4 Aggregated Data
We may share aggregated, anonymized data that cannot identify you personally with third parties for research, analytics, or business purposes.
5. Data Security
5.1 Security Measures
We implement appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect your personal information, including:
- Encryption of data in transit and at rest
- Regular security assessments and updates
- Access controls and authentication systems
- Employee training on data protection practices
5.2 Data Breach Response
In the event of a data breach that may affect your personal information, we will:
- Notify affected users within 72 hours when feasible
- Report the breach to relevant authorities as required by law
- Take immediate steps to contain and remediate the breach
- Provide guidance on protective measures you can take
5.3 Limitations
While we implement strong security measures, no system is completely secure. We cannot guarantee absolute security of your information.
6. Data Retention
6.1 Retention Periods
We retain your personal information for as long as necessary to:
- Provide our Service to you
- Comply with legal obligations
- Resolve disputes and enforce agreements
- Maintain business records as required by law
6.2 Account Deletion
When you delete your account or request data deletion, we will:
- Delete your personal information within 30 days
- Retain certain information as required by law
- Maintain anonymized data for analytics purposes
7. Your Privacy Rights
7.1 General Rights
You have the right to:
- Access your personal information
- Correct inaccurate information
- Request deletion of your information
- Object to certain processing activities
- Withdraw consent where applicable
7.2 GDPR Rights (EU Users)
If you are located in the European Union, you have additional rights under GDPR:
- Right to Access: Request a copy of your personal information
- Right to Rectification: Correct inaccurate or incomplete information
- Right to Erasure: Request deletion of your personal information
- Right to Restrict Processing: Limit how we use your information
- Right to Data Portability: Receive your information in a portable format
- Right to Object: Object to processing based on legitimate interests
7.3 CCPA Rights (California Users)
If you are a California resident, you have rights under the California Consumer Privacy Act:
- Right to Know: Know what personal information we collect and how we use it
- Right to Delete: Request deletion of your personal information
- Right to Opt-Out: Opt-out of the sale of personal information (we do not sell personal information)
- Right to Non-Discrimination: Not be discriminated against for exercising your rights
7.4 Exercising Your Rights
To exercise your privacy rights, contact us at alexander0402112@gmail.com. We will respond to your request within:
- 30 days for GDPR requests
- 45 days for CCPA requests
- We may extend these periods by an additional 30 days if necessary
8. Cookies and Tracking Technologies
8.1 Types of Cookies
We use the following types of cookies:
- Essential Cookies: Necessary for basic site functionality
- Performance Cookies: Help us understand how users interact with our Service
- Functional Cookies: Enable enhanced features and personalization
- Analytics Cookies: Provide insights into Service usage and performance
8.2 Cookie Management
You can control cookies through your browser settings. However, disabling certain cookies may affect your ability to use our Service.
8.3 Third-Party Tracking
We may use third-party analytics services that collect information about your use of our Service across different websites and services.
9. International Data Transfers
9.1 Cross-Border Transfers
Your information may be transferred to and processed in countries other than your residence, including the United States.
9.2 Transfer Safeguards
When we transfer your information internationally, we ensure appropriate safeguards are in place, such as:
- Standard contractual clauses approved by relevant authorities
- Adequacy decisions by competent authorities
- Your explicit consent to the transfer
10. Children's Privacy
Our Service is not intended for users under 18 years of age. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 18. If we become aware that we have collected information from a child under 18, we will take steps to delete that information promptly.
11. Third-Party Links and Services
Our Service may contain links to third-party websites or services. This Privacy Policy does not apply to third-party sites or services. We encourage you to review the privacy policies of any third-party sites you visit.
12. Changes to This Privacy Policy
12.1 Policy Updates
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify you of material changes by:
- Posting the updated policy on our website
- Updating the effective date
- Sending email notifications for significant changes
- Providing in-app notifications where appropriate
12.2 Continued Use
Your continued use of our Service after policy changes constitutes acceptance of the updated Privacy Policy.
13. Contact Information
13.1 Privacy Questions
If you have questions about this Privacy Policy or our privacy practices, please contact us at:
Email: alexander0402112@gmail.com
13.2 Data Protection Officer
For GDPR-related inquiries, you may contact our privacy team at the same email address.
13.3 Response Time
We aim to respond to all privacy inquiries within 5 business days.
14. Jurisdiction and Compliance
This Privacy Policy is governed by the laws of Delaware, United States, and is designed to comply with:
- General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR)
- California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA)
- Other applicable data protection laws
Last Updated: June 09, 2025
By using SkoolStats, you acknowledge that you have read and understood this Privacy Policy and consent to the collection, use, and disclosure of your information as described herein.