Privacy Policy

Last updated: January 14, 2025

At AP Ally, we take your privacy seriously. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you use our AI-powered AP exam preparation platform. Please read this privacy policy carefully. If you do not agree with the terms of this privacy policy, please do not access the application.

Information We Collect

Personal Information

We may collect personal information that you voluntarily provide to us when you:

  • Register for an account
  • Use our AI tutoring services
  • Contact us for support
  • Subscribe to our newsletter

This information may include:

  • Name and email address
  • Educational information (grade level, subjects of interest)
  • Usage preferences and settings

Usage Data

We automatically collect certain information when you use our platform:

  • IP address and browser information
  • Device characteristics and operating system
  • Usage patterns and feature interactions
  • Quiz responses and learning progress
  • Time spent on different sections

Cookies and Tracking Technologies

We use cookies and similar tracking technologies to enhance your experience:

  • Essential cookies for platform functionality
  • Analytics cookies to understand usage patterns
  • Advertising cookies for relevant ad display
  • Preference cookies to remember your settings
How We Use Your Information

We use the information we collect to:

  • Provide personalized learning: Create customized study plans and AI-generated content based on your learning patterns
  • Improve our services: Analyze usage data to enhance platform features and user experience
  • Communicate with you: Send important updates, educational content, and respond to inquiries
  • Ensure platform security: Monitor for suspicious activity and protect against unauthorized access
  • Display relevant advertisements: Show targeted ads through Google AdSense to support our free services
  • Comply with legal obligations: Meet regulatory requirements and respond to legal requests
How We Share Your Information

We may share your information in the following situations:

  • Service Providers: With trusted third-party vendors who assist in operating our platform (hosting, analytics, payment processing)
  • Google AdSense: Aggregated and anonymized data for ad targeting and measurement
  • Legal Requirements: When required by law, court order, or government request
  • Business Transfers: In connection with mergers, acquisitions, or asset sales
  • Consent: With your explicit permission for specific purposes

We do not sell your personal information to third parties.

Data Security

We implement appropriate security measures to protect your information:

  • Encryption of data in transit and at rest
  • Regular security audits and monitoring
  • Access controls and authentication measures
  • Secure data centers and infrastructure

However, no method of transmission over the Internet or electronic storage is 100% secure. While we strive to protect your information, we cannot guarantee absolute security.

Your Privacy Rights

Depending on your location, you may have the following rights:

  • Access: Request access to your personal information
  • Correction: Request correction of inaccurate or incomplete data
  • Deletion: Request deletion of your personal information
  • Portability: Request a copy of your data in a structured format
  • Opt-out: Unsubscribe from marketing communications
  • Cookie Control: Manage cookie preferences through your browser settings

To exercise these rights, please contact us at privacy@apally.com.

Google AdSense and Advertising

We use Google AdSense to display advertisements on our platform. Google AdSense uses cookies and other tracking technologies to serve ads based on your interests and previous visits to our site.

  • Google's use of advertising cookies enables it to serve ads based on your visit to our site and other sites
  • You may opt out of personalized advertising by visiting Google's Ads Settings
  • Third-party vendors may display ads on sites across the Internet based on previous visits to our website

For more information about Google's privacy practices, please visit Google's Privacy Policy.

Children's Privacy (COPPA)

AP Ally is designed for high school students and does not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13 years of age. We comply with the Children's Online Privacy Protection Act (COPPA).

Important Notice for Parents

If you are a parent or guardian and you believe your child under 13 has provided us with personal information, please contact us immediately at privacy@apally.com. We will delete such information as quickly as possible.

COPPA Compliance Measures

  • We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13
  • We do not use interest-based advertising targeting children under 13
  • We do not share personal information of children under 13 with third parties
  • We maintain safeguards to protect children's privacy
  • We respond promptly to requests from parents regarding their children's information

If You Are Under 13

If you are under 13 years old, please do not use AP Ally or provide any personal information to us. Instead, ask your parent or guardian to help you find age-appropriate educational resources.

Policy Updates

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify you of any material changes by posting the new Privacy Policy on this page and updating the "Last updated" date. We encourage you to review this Privacy Policy periodically for any changes.

Contact Us

If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy or our privacy practices, please contact us:

Email: privacy@apally.com

Subject Line: Privacy Policy Inquiry

We will respond to your inquiry within 30 days of receipt.