1. What We Collect
When you use Powskill, we collect:
- Account information: email address, display name, and profile picture (if provided).
- Study data: subjects, study plans, progress, streaks, XP, credits, and lesson history.
- User-generated content: CAS reflections, feed posts, messages, and study notes.
- Usage data: pages visited, features used, and session duration.
- Device information: browser type, operating system, and screen size.
2. How We Use Your Data
We use your data to:
- Provide and personalize the Powskill service (study plans, daily tasks, recommendations).
- Generate AI-powered lessons, grading, and tutoring responses via Google Gemini.
- Track your progress, streaks, and leaderboard rankings.
- Process payments through Paddle.
- Send important account notifications (optional marketing emails can be opted out of).
- Improve the platform and fix bugs.
3. Third-Party Services
We use the following third-party services:
- Supabase: database and authentication. Your data is stored on Supabase servers.
- Google Gemini: AI processing for lessons, grading, and tutoring. Prompts sent to Gemini may include your subject choices, study context, and submitted answers.
- Paddle: payment processing. We do not store your credit card details; Paddle handles all payment data.
- Vercel: hosting and deployment.
4. Data Storage and Security
Your data is stored securely on Supabase with row-level security policies. We use HTTPS encryption for all data in transit. While we take reasonable measures to protect your data, no system is 100% secure. We encourage you to use a strong, unique password for your account.
5. Data Sharing
We do not sell your personal data to third parties. We only share data with the third-party services listed above, and only as necessary to operate the platform. We may disclose data if required by law.
6. Cookies and Local Storage
Powskill uses browser local storage to save your preferences (theme, navigation layout, dismissed notices) and authentication session. We do not use third-party tracking cookies.
7. Your Rights
You have the right to:
- Access the personal data we hold about you.
- Correct inaccurate data via your account settings.
- Delete your account and associated data by contacting support@powskill.com.
- Export your data upon request.
8. Children's Privacy
Powskill is designed for IB students, who are typically 16-19 years old. We do not knowingly collect data from children under 13. If you are between 13 and 18, you confirm that a parent or guardian has consented to your use of the service.
9. Changes to This Policy
We may update this privacy policy from time to time. We will notify you of significant changes via email or an in-app notice.
10. Contact
For privacy-related questions or data requests, contact us at support@powskill.com.