Privacy Policy

1. Introduction

BCLessonPlans.ca ("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 our AI-powered lesson planning service.

By using BCLessonPlans.ca, you consent to the data practices described in this policy. If you do not agree with our policies, please do not use the Service.

2. Information We Collect

2.1 Information You Provide

• Account Information: Email address, name, and password when you register
• Lesson Content: Topics, grade levels, and preferences you submit for lesson generation
• Payment Information: Billing details processed securely through our payment provider (Stripe)
• Communications: Messages you send to our support team

2.2 Information Collected Automatically

• Usage Data: Pages visited, features used, and time spent on the Service
• Device Information: Browser type, operating system, and device identifiers
• Log Data: IP address, access times, and referring URLs
• Cookies: Session and preference cookies to enhance your experience

3. How We Use Your Information

We use the collected information to:

• Provide, maintain, and improve the Service
• Generate personalized lesson plans and educational content
• Process transactions and send related information
• Send administrative messages, updates, and security alerts
• Respond to your comments, questions, and support requests
• Analyze usage patterns to enhance features and user experience
• Detect, prevent, and address technical issues or fraud
• Comply with legal obligations

4. AI Processing and Content Generation

When you use our lesson generation features:

• Your input (topics, grade levels, preferences) is sent to AI services to generate content
• Generated lessons are stored in your account for your access
• We may use anonymized, aggregated data to improve our AI models
• We do not use your specific lesson content to train AI models without consent

5. Information Sharing and Disclosure

We do not sell your personal information. We may share information in these circumstances:

5.1 Service Providers

We work with trusted third parties who assist in operating our Service:

• Supabase: Database and authentication services
• Anthropic (Claude): AI content generation
• Stripe: Payment processing
• Vercel: Website hosting

5.2 Legal Requirements

We may disclose information if required by law, court order, or government request, or to protect the rights, property, or safety of BCLessonPlans.ca, our users, or others.

6. Data Security

We implement appropriate security measures to protect your information:

• Encryption of data in transit (HTTPS/TLS)
• Encryption of data at rest
• Secure authentication mechanisms
• Regular security assessments
• Access controls limiting employee access to personal data

However, no method of transmission over the Internet is 100% secure. We cannot guarantee absolute security.

7. Data Retention

We retain your information for as long as your account is active or as needed to provide services:

• Account Data: Retained until you delete your account
• Lesson Content: Retained until you delete it or your account
• Usage Logs: Retained for up to 12 months
• Payment Records: Retained as required for tax and legal purposes

8. Your Rights and Choices

Depending on your location, you may have the following rights:

• Access: Request a copy of your personal information
• Correction: Request correction of inaccurate information
• Deletion: Request deletion of your account and data
• Portability: Request your data in a portable format
• Opt-out: Unsubscribe from marketing communications

To exercise these rights, contact us at privacy@BCLessonPlans.ca.

9. Cookies and Tracking

We use cookies and similar technologies to:

• Keep you signed in to your account
• Remember your preferences
• Analyze how the Service is used
• Improve our Service

You can control cookies through your browser settings, though some features may not function properly without them.

10. Children's Privacy

BCLessonPlans.ca is designed for use by educators, not students. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If you believe we have collected information from a child, please contact us immediately.

11. International Data Transfers

Your information may be transferred to and processed in countries other than your own, including Canada and the United States. These countries may have different data protection laws. By using the Service, you consent to such transfers.

12. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify you of significant changes by posting the new policy on this page and updating the "Last updated" date. Your continued use after changes constitutes acceptance of the updated policy.

13. Contact Us

For questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy or our data practices, contact us at:

14. Additional Rights for Specific Regions

For Canadian Residents

We comply with the Personal Information Protection and Electronic Documents Act (PIPEDA). You have the right to access your personal information, request corrections, and file complaints with the Privacy Commissioner of Canada.

For European Residents

If you are in the European Economic Area, you have additional rights under GDPR, including the right to lodge a complaint with your local data protection authority.