Privacy Policy

Your privacy and data security are our top priorities

Last Updated: January 2025

Introduction

Welcome to SchoolHub. We are committed to protecting your personal information and your right to privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you use our school management platform.

By using SchoolHub, you agree to the collection and use of information in accordance with this policy. If you do not agree with our policies and practices, please do not use our services.

Information We Collect

School Account Information

  • School name, address, and contact details
  • Administrator email and password (encrypted)
  • School logo and branding preferences
  • Subscription and billing information

Student Information

  • Names, admission numbers, and class information
  • Academic records, grades, and attendance
  • Parent/guardian contact information
  • Student photos (optional)
  • Health and demographic information (optional)

Teacher Information

  • Names and email addresses
  • Login credentials (encrypted)
  • Role and permission settings

Parent/Guardian Information

  • Names, email addresses, and phone numbers
  • Login credentials (encrypted)
  • Fee payment history and transaction records
  • Bank transfer receipts (if applicable)

Payment Information

  • Payment transaction details (processed securely by Paystack)
  • We DO NOT store credit card numbers or CVV codes
  • Payment receipts and transaction references

Automatically Collected Information

  • IP addresses and device information
  • Browser type and operating system
  • Usage data and analytics
  • Login timestamps and activity logs

How We Use Your Information

We use the information we collect for the following purposes:

  • To provide and maintain our school management services
  • To process student records, grades, and report cards
  • To enable attendance tracking and performance analytics
  • To facilitate parent-teacher-school communication
  • To process fee payments and generate receipts
  • To send important notifications and updates
  • To provide customer support and respond to inquiries
  • To improve our platform and develop new features
  • To detect and prevent fraud or security issues
  • To comply with legal obligations

Data Security

We implement industry-leading security measures to protect your information:

  • 256-bit SSL Encryption: All data transmitted is encrypted using bank-level security
  • Google Cloud Infrastructure: Data stored on secure, GDPR-compliant Google Cloud servers
  • Daily Automated Backups: Your data is backed up daily to prevent loss
  • Password Protection: All passwords are hashed using bcrypt encryption
  • PCI-DSS Compliance: Payment processing meets international security standards
  • Access Controls: Role-based permissions limit data access
  • Regular Security Audits: We continuously monitor and improve our security
  • 99.9% Uptime Guarantee: Reliable service with minimal downtime

While we use reasonable efforts to protect your information, no method of transmission over the internet or electronic storage is 100% secure. We cannot guarantee absolute security.

How We Share Your Information

We do not sell, rent, or trade your personal information. We may share your information only in these limited circumstances:

With Service Providers

  • Paystack: For secure payment processing (PCI-DSS compliant)
  • Google Cloud: For data hosting and infrastructure
  • These providers are bound by confidentiality agreements and use your data only for specified purposes

With Your Consent

We may share information with third parties if you give us explicit consent to do so.

For Legal Reasons

We may disclose information if required by law, court order, or to protect our legal rights, prevent fraud, or protect the safety of our users.

Data Retention

We retain your information for as long as necessary to provide our services and comply with legal obligations:

  • Active Subscriptions: Data is retained for the duration of your subscription
  • After Cancellation: 30 days of read-only access, then 90 days of secure archival
  • Academic Records: May be retained longer for educational compliance requirements
  • Payment Records: Retained for 7 years for tax and accounting purposes

Your Privacy Rights

You have the following rights regarding your personal information:

  • Access: Request a copy of your personal data
  • Correction: Update or correct inaccurate information
  • Deletion: Request deletion of your data (subject to legal requirements)
  • Export: Download your data in CSV or PDF format
  • Restrict Processing: Limit how we use your information
  • Withdraw Consent: Opt-out of non-essential data processing

To exercise these rights, contact us at privacy@schoolhub.tech

Cookies and Tracking

We use cookies and similar tracking technologies to:

  • Keep you logged in to your account
  • Remember your preferences and settings
  • Analyze platform usage and performance
  • Provide personalized user experience

You can control cookies through your browser settings. Note that disabling cookies may affect functionality.

Children's Privacy

SchoolHub is designed for use by educational institutions to manage student information. We collect student data only under the direction and consent of schools and parents/guardians.

We do not knowingly collect personal information directly from children under 13 without parental consent. Schools are responsible for obtaining appropriate consent from parents/guardians.

International Data Transfers

Your information may be transferred to and processed in countries other than Nigeria. We ensure that all transfers comply with applicable data protection laws and use appropriate safeguards such as standard contractual clauses.

Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices or legal requirements. We will notify you of any material changes by:

  • Posting the updated policy on our website
  • Updating the "Last Updated" date at the top
  • Sending email notifications for significant changes

Contact Us

If you have questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy or our data practices, please contact us: