Last Updated: October 19, 2025
1. Introduction
Welcome to Stoodle, a product of StarCLS, Inc. (“Stoodle,” “we,” “our,” or “us”).
This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and protect your personal information when you use our services—including our website, mobile apps, and educational software (collectively, the “Platform”).
By using Stoodle, you agree to this Privacy Policy. If you are a parent or guardian of a child under 13 who uses Stoodle, you consent to our collection and use of your child’s information as described below.
2. Who We Are
StarCLS, Inc. is a U.S.-based education technology company committed to safe and transparent learning experiences for students of all ages.
Contact Information:
Email: privacy@starcls.com
Mailing Address: StarCLS, Inc., [Insert Registered Address], United States
3. Who Can Use Stoodle
Stoodle is designed for students of all ages, including children under 13, when used with:
• Verified parental consent, or
• Authorization by a school or teacher acting as the parent’s agent under COPPA.
Parents and educators can review or delete a child’s personal information at any time by contacting us.
4. Information We Collect
4.1 Information You Provide
We collect information you or your child voluntarily provide, such as:
• Name, username, or nickname
• Parent or guardian email and contact information
• Child’s age or grade level (for educational context)
• Voice data, drawings, or handwritten input made during tutoring sessions
• Account login credentials
• Messages or feedback submitted through the app
• Payment and billing information (for parents purchasing subscriptions)
4.2 Information Collected Automatically
We automatically collect limited device and usage information to maintain safety and performance, including:
• Device type, operating system, IP address
• Session duration, features used, and error reports
• Cookies and similar tracking technologies (see Section 8)
4.3 Information from Parents, Schools, or Integrations
We may receive data from verified parents or schools to create accounts, monitor progress, or manage learning sessions.
5. How We Use Information
We use the information we collect to:
• Provide and personalize tutoring sessions
• Help students learn, track progress, and generate insights for parents
• Improve the functionality, safety, and reliability of the Platform
• Communicate with parents, guardians, or educators
• Process payments for parental accounts
• Comply with legal obligations and safeguard child users
We do not use children’s personal data for marketing or behavioral advertising.
6. How We Share Information
We do not sell or rent personal data. We may share limited data only when necessary to operate our services:
• With trusted service providers (e.g., hosting, analytics, payment processing) under strict data-protection agreements
• With educators or schools, if the child is using Stoodle under school supervision
• With parents or guardians, who may review and manage their child’s data
• To comply with law, enforce terms, or protect the safety of users
• In business transfers, such as mergers or acquisitions, with prior notice
All third parties are bound by confidentiality and security obligations consistent with COPPA and applicable law.
7. Children’s Privacy & Parental Rights
We take children’s privacy seriously. Under COPPA and related laws:
• We obtain verifiable parental consent before collecting personal information from children under 13.
• Parents may review, delete, or withdraw consent for their child’s data at any time by contacting privacy@starcls.com.
• We collect only the information reasonably necessary for educational use.
• We do not allow children to share personal contact information publicly.
• We do not track children across third-party sites or apps for advertising.
If we learn we’ve collected data from a child without consent, we will delete it promptly.
8. Cookies and Tracking
Stoodle uses minimal cookies to maintain functionality (such as keeping users signed in or saving work in progress).
We do not use cookies for advertising or behavioral profiling. Parents and guardians can adjust cookie settings through browser controls.
9. Data Retention
We retain data only for as long as needed to deliver educational services or comply with law.
Children’s activity data (like drawings or voice sessions) may be stored temporarily to support learning features but is automatically deleted after a defined period or at parental request.
10. Security Measures
We use administrative, technical, and physical safeguards to protect all personal data, including:
• Encryption in transit and at rest
• Limited staff access
• Secure servers and routine security audits
While no system is perfectly secure, we continuously enhance our protections.
11. Your Rights and Choices
Depending on where you live, you may have the right to:
• Access, correct, or delete your or your child’s data
• Request information about how data is used or shared
• Withdraw consent for continued processing
• File a complaint with a relevant data-protection authority
Requests can be made at privacy@starcls.com, and we will respond promptly in accordance with law.
12. International Data Transfers
Data may be stored or processed in the United States or other locations where we or our trusted partners operate.
When required by law, we use Standard Contractual Clauses or similar safeguards to ensure data protection across borders.
13. Changes to This Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy periodically to reflect new practices or legal requirements. We will post all updates here and notify parents or account holders of significant changes.
14. Contact Us
For privacy questions, consent verification, or data requests, contact:
StarCLS, Inc.
Attn: Privacy Officer
Email: privacy@starcls.com
Mailing Address: [Insert Registered Address], United States
© 2025 StarCLS, Inc. All rights reserved.