Privacy Policy – Phonics Playground
Effective Date: September 28, 2025
Owner/Provider: Education by Shala Books Inc.
About Phonics Playground: Phonics Playground is a interactive phonics learning platformdesigned for children learning to read.
1. What This Policy Covers
This Privacy Policy explains how Phonics Playground (the platform) collects, uses, and protects your information. Phonics Playground is an interactive phonics learning platform designed for emergent and transitional readers.
2. Information We Collect on the Platform
A. Account Information
- What: Email address, password (encrypted), and display name for your unified account
- How collected: Account registration and sign-in forms processed through Supabase
- Purpose: Provide unified login to access Phonics Playground
B. Platform Usage Data
- What: Basic site usage (pages visited, links clicked, time spent on hub)
- Purpose: Improve platform functionality and user experience
C. Technical Data
- What: Standard web logs (IP address, browser type, device information)
- Use: Security, service operation, and abuse prevention
- Collected by: Our hosting provider and Supabase
3. Unified Authentication System
Phonics Playground uses Supabase to provide a authentication system for Phonics Playground. This means:
- Your account gives you access to all Phonics Playground learning zones
- Your authentication data is securely managed by Supabase
- You can move seamlessly between learning zones without re-authenticating
- User content and learning progress are stored according to this privacy policy
4. How We Use Platform Information
- Authenticate your access to learning zones
- Direct you to appropriate educational tools
- Maintain hub security and prevent abuse
- Communicate important service updates
- Improve the hub experience based on usage patterns
5. Information Sharing
We do not sell your personal information. We share limited data only with service providers necessary to operate the hub:
- Supabase: Authentication, database hosting, and security
- Hosting providers: Website hosting and basic security logs
6. Data Storage and International Transfers
Your hub data may be processed and stored outside of Canada, including in the United States where Supabase servers are located. By using Phonics Playground, you consent to these transfers as necessary for service provision.
7. Children's Privacy
Phonics Playground is designed for use by children under the supervision of parents, teachers, or guardians. We comply with the Children's Online Privacy Protection Act (COPPA) and take special care to protect children's privacy.
8. Your Rights and Controls
- Account Access: View and update your account information
- Data Deletion: Request deletion of your account and associated data
- Communication: Opt out of non-essential communications
9. Security
We implement industry-standard security measures including:
- Encrypted data transmission and storage
- Secure authentication through Supabase
- Regular security monitoring and updates
- Access controls and audit logging
10. Data Retention
- Active accounts: Retained while your account remains active
- Deleted accounts: Hub data deleted within 30 days of account deletion request
- Security logs: May be retained longer for security and legal compliance
11. Updates to This Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy to reflect changes in our practices or legal requirements. When we make material changes, we will:
- Update the effective date at the top of this policy
- Provide notice through the hub interface
- For significant changes, send email notification to registered users
12. Contact Information
Education by Shala Books Inc.
Email: [email protected]
For privacy questions, contact us at the email address provided above.
13. Governing Law
This Privacy Policy is governed by the laws of British Columbia, Canada.