Privacy Policy

Kooboom (“we,” “our,” or “us”) values your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and protect personal information when you visit our website, use our platform, or interact with our services. By using Kooboom, you agree to this policy.

1. Who We Are

Kooboom is an AI-powered literacy learning platform developed by Bookworms United Inc., a nonprofit educational organization dedicated to improving student reading engagement and achievement.

Our mission is to make literacy learning personal, engaging, and aligned with educational standards — while protecting every learner’s data and privacy.

2. Information We Collect

We collect only the information necessary to provide and improve our educational services. This may include:

a. Information You Provide

Name, email address, or account login (for teachers, parents, or students)
Grade level, reading level, or class assignment
Lesson results, quiz responses, or progress data
Teacher or school affiliation (if applicable)

b. Information Collected Automatically

Device type, browser, and usage data (e.g., time spent on lessons)
IP address and general location (for security and analytics)
Cookies or similar technologies to improve site performance

c. Information from Schools or Teachers

When Kooboom is used in a classroom, teachers or schools may provide limited student information (such as first name or reading level) to create accounts or monitor progress — always under school authorization and in compliance with FERPA and COPPA.

3. How We Use Information

We use collected information to:

Deliver personalized reading lessons and feedback
Track learning progress and generate teacher reports
Maintain account security and functionality
Improve platform performance and content quality
Communicate updates or support messages (teachers and parents only)

We do not sell, rent, or share personal data for advertising or marketing purposes.

4. Student Data Privacy (COPPA & FERPA Compliance)

Kooboom complies with the Children’s Online Privacy Protection Act (COPPA) and the Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA).

We collect only limited, non-sensitive data necessary for educational use.
Student accounts are created only with teacher, school, or parent consent.
Student data is never used for commercial or behavioral advertising.
Parents and schools can review or delete a child’s data at any time by contacting us at privacy@kooboom.com.

5. Data Storage & Security

We use secure, industry-standard measures to protect all personal information, including:

Encrypted data transmission (HTTPS / SSL)
Restricted access to student data
Secure servers hosted in the United States
Regular security reviews and backups

Despite these measures, no system is completely immune from unauthorized access. We will promptly notify schools or users of any data breach as required by law.

6. Sharing Information

We may share limited data only with:

Service providers (e.g., hosting, analytics, or payment processors) who help us operate Kooboom, under strict data-protection agreements.
Schools or educators who have authorized access to student progress data.
Law enforcement only if required by law or legal process.

We never sell or share personal data for advertising.

7. Cookies & Tracking

Kooboom uses cookies to:

Keep users logged in
Save progress within lessons
Analyze anonymous usage trends to improve the platform

You can disable cookies in your browser, but some features may not function properly.

8. Your Rights & Choices

Teachers, parents, and schools can:

Request access to the personal data we hold
Correct or update student information
Request deletion of a student account or related data
Withdraw consent for data use at any time

To submit a request, email privacy@kooboom.com with your name, email, and school affiliation (if applicable).

9. Third-Party Links

Kooboom may include links to educational resources or external sites. We are not responsible for the privacy practices or content of those third-party websites.

10. Data Retention

We retain user data only as long as needed to provide our services or as required by law.
When an account is deleted, associated personal data is securely removed within 30 days.

11. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect new features or legal requirements. The “Last Updated” date above will indicate the most recent revision. Significant changes will be communicated to account holders directly.

12. Contact Us

For privacy questions, concerns, or data requests, please contact:

admin@kooboom.com

13. Acknowledgment

By using Kooboom, you confirm that you have read and understood this Privacy Policy and agree to its terms.