Welcome to 123CBSE (https://123cbse.com), an educational platform operated by Tech in Teach Academy. We are committed to protecting your privacy and ensuring the security of your personal information. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you visit our website and use our services.

By accessing or using 123CBSE, you agree to the terms of this Privacy Policy. If you do not agree with our policies and practices, please do not use our services.

1. Information We Collect

1.1 Information You Provide

We may collect information that you voluntarily provide to us, including:

• Account Information: Name, email address, and password when you create an account
• Profile Information: Grade level, subjects of interest, and learning preferences
• Communication Data: Information you provide when you contact us or report issues
• Feedback and Reviews: Comments, ratings, and feedback you submit

1.2 Automatically Collected Information

When you access our website, we automatically collect certain information, including:

• Usage Data: Pages viewed, videos watched, time spent on pages, and navigation patterns
• Device Information: Browser type, operating system, device type, and screen resolution
• Log Data: IP address, access times, and referring URLs
• Cookies and Tracking: Data collected through cookies and similar technologies

1.3 Third-Party Content

Our platform embeds educational videos from third-party platforms like YouTube and Vimeo. When you watch these videos, those platforms may collect information according to their own privacy policies. We do not control and are not responsible for the privacy practices of these third-party services.

2. How We Use Your Information

We use the information we collect for the following purposes:

• Provide Services: Deliver educational content, manage your account, and personalize your experience
• Improve Platform: Analyze usage patterns to enhance our content, features, and user experience
• Communication: Send updates, notifications, and respond to your inquiries
• Security: Detect, prevent, and address technical issues, fraud, and security threats
• Legal Compliance: Comply with legal obligations and enforce our terms of service
• Analytics: Understand how users interact with our platform to improve content curation

3. Cookies and Tracking Technologies

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

• Essential Cookies: Required for basic site functionality and security
• Preference Cookies: Remember your settings and preferences
• Analytics Cookies: Help us understand how visitors use our site
• Third-Party Cookies: Set by embedded content providers (YouTube, Vimeo)

You can control cookies through your browser settings. However, disabling cookies may limit your ability to use certain features of our platform.

4. Information Sharing and Disclosure

We do not sell, rent, or trade your personal information. We may share your information in the following circumstances:

• Service Providers: Third-party vendors who assist in operating our platform (hosting, analytics, email services)
• Legal Requirements: When required by law, court order, or government request
• Business Transfers: In connection with a merger, acquisition, or sale of assets
• Protection of Rights: To protect our rights, property, safety, or that of our users
• With Consent: When you explicitly consent to sharing your information

5. Data Security

We implement appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect your personal information:

• Encryption of data in transit using SSL/TLS protocols
• Secure authentication and access controls
• Regular security assessments and updates
• Limited access to personal information by authorized personnel only

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.

6. Children's Privacy

123CBSE is designed for students in grades 1-12, including children under 13 years of age. We are committed to protecting children's privacy in compliance with applicable laws, including the Children's Online Privacy Protection Act (COPPA) where applicable.

• We do not knowingly collect personal information from children without parental consent
• We encourage parents and guardians to monitor their children's online activities
• We do not require children to provide more information than necessary to use our services
• Parents can request access to, correction of, or deletion of their child's information

If you believe we have collected information from a child without proper consent, please contact us immediately at [email protected].

7. Your Rights and Choices

You have certain rights regarding your personal information:

• Access: Request access to the personal information we hold about you
• Correction: Request correction of inaccurate or incomplete information
• Deletion: Request deletion of your personal information (subject to legal obligations)
• Opt-Out: Unsubscribe from marketing communications at any time
• Data Portability: Request a copy of your data in a portable format
• Withdraw Consent: Withdraw consent for data processing where applicable

To exercise these rights, please contact us at [email protected].

8. Data Retention

We retain your personal information for as long as necessary to provide our services, comply with legal obligations, resolve disputes, and enforce our agreements. When information is no longer needed, we will securely delete or anonymize it.

9. Third-Party Links

Our platform may contain links to third-party websites, including YouTube, Vimeo, and educational resource providers. We are not responsible for the privacy practices of these external sites. We encourage you to review their privacy policies before providing any personal information.

10. International Data Transfers

Your information may be transferred to and processed in countries other than your country of residence. These countries may have different data protection laws. By using our services, you consent to the transfer of your information to these countries. We ensure appropriate safeguards are in place to protect your information.

11. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices or legal requirements. We will notify you of any material changes by posting the updated policy on this page and updating the "Last Updated" date. Your continued use of our services after changes are posted constitutes acceptance of the updated policy.

12. Contact Us

If you have questions, concerns, or requests regarding this Privacy Policy or our data practices, please contact us:

13. Your Consent

By using 123CBSE, you consent to the collection, use, and disclosure of your information as described in this Privacy Policy. If you do not agree with this policy, please discontinue use of our services.