Privacy Policy for EduGuard
Effective Date: July 19, 2026
NextPage Technologies ("we," "our," or "us") is committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you use the EduGuard mobile application (the "App"). Please read this Privacy Policy carefully. By using the App, you agree to the collection and use of information in accordance with this policy.
1. Information We Collect
1.1 Personal Information
When you use EduGuard, we may collect the following personal information:
- Full Name: To identify users and display profiles
- Email Address: For account authentication and communication
- Phone Number: For account verification and communication
- User ID: To uniquely identify user accounts
- User Type: To determine your role (administrator, teacher, or parent)
1.2 Student Information
- Student names and enrollment details
- Grade and class information
- Section and group assignments
- Academic records and progress
1.3 Teacher Information
- Teacher names and employment details
- Subject assignments
- Class schedules
1.4 Parent Information
- Parent/guardian names
- Contact information
- Relationship to students
1.5 School Information
- School name and identification details
- Administrative settings and configurations
1.6 Academic and Operational Data
- Attendance records
- Uploaded documents and assignments
- Class and section details
- Routine and schedule information
- Notices and announcements
- Exam schedules and results
- Fee and payment records
1.7 Device and Technical Information
- Device type and model
- Operating system version
- App version information
- Device token for push notifications
- Log information
2. Device Permissions
EduGuard requests access to the following device features. These permissions are only requested when necessary for specific app functionality:
2.1 Notifications
- Purpose: To send you important updates about attendance, assignments, notices, and announcements
- Usage: Push notifications are used to keep you informed about school activities
2.2 Internet Access
- Purpose: To communicate with our servers and synchronize your data
- Usage: Required for all online features including login, data sync, and notifications
2.3 File Selection
- Purpose: To allow users to select files from their device when uploading assignments, documents, or notices
- Usage: The app allows users to pick images and documents from their device storage when submitting assignments, posting announcements, or applying for leave
3. How We Use Your Information
We use the information we collect for the following purposes:
- To authenticate users and manage account access
- To manage school operations and administrative functions
- To track and record attendance
- To display academic information and student progress
- To facilitate assignment uploads and document management
- To send notifications about important school activities
- To improve app performance and user experience
- To identify and fix bugs and technical issues
- To provide customer support and respond to inquiries
- To ensure compliance with educational requirements
4. Third-Party Services
EduGuard may integrate with third-party services to provide certain features. These services have their own privacy policies governing the use of your information:
4.1 Firebase Services
- Firebase Cloud Messaging (FCM): Used to deliver push notifications about attendance, assignments, and school announcements
4.2 Local Storage
The application stores authentication tokens and certain app preferences locally on your device to maintain your login session and improve your experience.
Note: Only the third-party services actually integrated into the application are active. Please refer to the respective privacy policies of these services for more information about how they handle your data.
5. Data Sharing and Disclosure
5.1 We Do Not Sell Your Information
We do not sell, trade, or rent your personal information to third parties.
5.2 Educational Institution Sharing
User information may be shared with your educational institution (school) as necessary to provide the services of the App. This includes:
- Student academic records shared with authorized school administrators and teachers
- Attendance data shared with relevant school personnel
- Communication between parents, teachers, and students as facilitated by the App
5.3 Service Providers
We may share information with trusted service providers who assist us in operating the App, provided they agree to keep your information confidential and use it only for the purposes we disclose.
5.4 Legal Requirements
We may disclose your information if required to do so by law or in response to valid requests by public authorities.
6. Data Security
We implement reasonable administrative, technical, and organizational safeguards to protect your personal information against unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction. These measures include:
- Encrypted data transmission using secure protocols
- Secure authentication mechanisms
- Regular security assessments and updates
- Access controls and user authentication
However, please be aware that no method of transmission over the Internet or method of electronic storage is completely secure. While we strive to use commercially acceptable means to protect your personal information, we cannot guarantee its absolute security.
7. Data Retention
We retain your personal information only for as long as necessary to provide the services of the App and fulfill the purposes described in this Privacy Policy. We will retain and use your information to the extent necessary to:
- Comply with our legal obligations
- Resolve disputes
- Enforce our agreements
- Maintain accurate records for educational purposes
When data is no longer required, we will securely delete or anonymize it.
8. Children's Privacy
EduGuard is a school management application designed for use within educational institutions. We recognize the importance of protecting children's privacy.
- Students may use the application through their educational institution
- Schools are responsible for obtaining any required parental or guardian consent for students to use the App
- We do not knowingly collect children's personal information outside of school-authorized use
- We do not knowingly collect personal information directly from children under the age of 13 without appropriate school authorization
If we become aware that we have collected personal information from a child without proper authorization, we will take steps to delete that information promptly.
9. Your Rights
You have the following rights regarding your personal information:
9.1 Access
You have the right to access and review the personal information we hold about you.
9.2 Correction
You have the right to request correction of any inaccurate personal information.
9.3 Deletion
You have the right to request deletion of your personal information, subject to certain legal exceptions and educational record requirements.
9.4 Withdraw Consent
Where we rely on your consent to process your information, you have the right to withdraw that consent at any time.
9.5 Contact Us
For any questions or concerns about your privacy, or to exercise any of these rights, please contact us using the information provided below.
10. Changes to This Privacy Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify you of any changes by posting the new Privacy Policy within the App or through other communication channels. You are advised to review this Privacy Policy periodically for any changes.
Changes to this Privacy Policy are effective when they are posted on this page with an updated effective date.