Privacy Policy

1. Information We Collect

We collect the following types of information when you use the NextGuro platform:

a. Personal Information

When teachers, students, or schools register or use our services, we may collect:

• Full name
• Email address
• Contact number
• School name and role (e.g., teacher, student, principal)
• Profile photo (optional)
• Login credentials (securely hashed)

b. Academic Information

• Class schedules, lesson plans, quizzes, and attendance records
• Grades, learning objectives, and performance tasks created or uploaded through the system

c. Automatically Collected Information

When you access our platform, we may collect:

• Device information (browser type, operating system, IP address)
• Usage logs, analytics, and access times
• Cookies and similar tracking technologies (for performance and authentication)

2. How We Use Your Information

We use your information to:

• Provide and maintain the NextGuro platform
• Personalize user experience and suggest AI-assisted lesson materials
• Manage accounts, authentication, and access control
• Support teaching workflows such as lesson planning, grading, and reporting
• Improve our features through aggregated usage analytics
• Communicate updates, support responses, and important notices
• Comply with legal obligations and government education standards

3. Data Sharing and Disclosure

We do not sell or rent personal information. However, we may share data under the following circumstances:

• With Schools and Administrators: Authorized school officials may access teacher or student data for academic reporting and compliance.
• With Service Providers: We use trusted third-party partners (e.g., hosting, payment, and analytics providers) bound by confidentiality and data protection agreements.
• With Government Agencies (if required): Only when legally mandated or requested under lawful process.
• For Security or Legal Protection: When needed to prevent fraud, abuse, or to protect our legal rights and users’ safety.

4. Data Storage and Retention

• All data is stored securely on cloud servers compliant with international data protection standards.
• Personal data is retained only as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes described in this policy or as required by law.
• When accounts are deleted, associated data will be removed or anonymized within 30 days, except where retention is legally required.

5. Data Security

We implement technical and organizational safeguards, including:

• Encrypted data transmission (HTTPS/SSL)
• Secure password hashing and token-based authentication
• Access control for authorized personnel only
• Regular security reviews and backups

While we take these precautions, no system is entirely immune from risk. Users are encouraged to use strong passwords and maintain confidentiality of login credentials.

6. Children’s Privacy

NextGuro is designed for use by schools, teachers, and students under proper supervision. For users under 18, registration and use should be guided by their school or guardian. We do not knowingly collect personal data from minors without adult consent.

7. Your Rights Under the Data Privacy Act

As a data subject, you have the right to:

• Access, correct, or update your personal information
• Withdraw consent or request deletion of your data
• Object to processing for certain purposes
• File a complaint with the National Privacy Commission (NPC)

Requests can be sent to our Data Protection Officer at privacy@nextguro.ph .

8. Use of AI Features

NextGuro uses AI models to assist teachers with lesson planning and assessment creation. These models process input data securely and temporarily; we do not use your personal data to train external AI systems. Outputs are generated solely for educational use within the platform.

9. Cookies

NextGuro uses cookies to:

• Keep users logged in securely
• Remember preferences
• Analyze traffic and improve performance

Users can disable cookies in their browser settings, but some features may not function properly.

10. Updates to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. When we do, we will notify users through the platform or email. Continued use of the service after updates constitutes acceptance of the revised terms.