Navigating Student Privacy with SchoolAI: A Friendly Guide for Educators and Parents

Explore SchoolAI's privacy measures, focusing on account creation guidelines for educational staff, secure handling of student data, legal compliance, and our commitment to transparency.

Welcome to SchoolAI, where we're committed to providing a secure and empowering environment for educators and students alike. Our mission is to enhance the educational experience through cutting-edge technology, and part of that commitment involves safeguarding the privacy of our users. In this article, we'll break down the key aspects of our privacy policy and terms to ensure clarity for both educators and parents.

1. Who is SchoolAI for? SchoolAI is designed with educators, educational institutions, and students in mind. If you're not a staff representative of an educational institution, creating a SchoolAI account might not be for you. Our terms explicitly state that only educational professionals should be creating accounts on our platform.

2. Student Accounts: A Closer Look: According to our Terms of Service, students should not be creating their own accounts on SchoolAI. Instead, we rely on educators to manage this aspect. To streamline the process, educators use Space join links/codes to invite students into the platform. No login credentials are required from students, ensuring a secure environment.

3. Protecting Student Personal Information: Our commitment to student privacy is unwavering. SchoolAI does not collect any personally identifiable information (PII) from students, including their names. Students are free to use any identifier in the "Name" box on the Space join page, as long as the educator can identify them. This practice ensures that no sensitive information is at risk.

4. Data Security Measures: Rest assured that all data from chats is anonymized and encrypted on our US-based servers. We prioritize the security and confidentiality of the information shared on our platform. Moreover, SchoolAI does not collaborate with any third-party companies that could potentially access student data, further reinforcing our commitment to data protection.

5. Compliance with Applicable Laws: Because no student information is collected by SchoolAI, we rely on educators to monitor student usage and promptly address any concerns regarding the data of students of all ages.

6. Parental Control and Transparency: Parents, guardians, and teachers play a vital role in ensuring the safety of students online. If you believe that your child or student has provided SchoolAI with personally identifiable information without consent, please notify us at hello@schoolai.com. We are committed to promptly deleting any such information from our servers, though our measures aim to prevent such incidents.

At SchoolAI, we're not just about cutting-edge technology; we're about creating a safe and enriching environment for education. Our commitment to transparency, security, and legal compliance underscores our dedication to providing a positive and secure experience for educators and students. If you have any questions or concerns, don't hesitate to reach out – we're here to help!