Introduction
This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and protect your personal information when you visit teacherautonomy.com (the "Website"). By using our Website, you agree to the collection and use of information in accordance with this policy.
Information We Collect
1. Information you provide
When you take our Teacher Autonomy Quiz, we collect:
- Your answers to quiz questions (9 questions with responses: "never", "sometimes", or "always")
- Your calculated autonomy percentage and category (RECLAIM, EXPAND, or PROTECT)
- Timestamp of when you completed the quiz
2. Automatically collected information
When you visit our Website, we automatically collect:
- IP Address: Your Internet Protocol address
- User Agent: Information about your browser and device
- Page Views: Which pages you visit on our Website
- Quiz Interactions: When you start the quiz, answer questions, and complete the quiz
- Click Events: When you click on share buttons or pre-order links
- Cookies: Small text files stored on your device (see Cookies section below)
How We Use Your Information
We use the collected information for the following purposes:
- Website Analytics: To understand how visitors use our Website and improve user experience
- Quiz Data Analysis: To analyze quiz results and understand patterns in teacher autonomy levels
- Website Functionality: To remember your quiz progress using session storage
- Communication: To respond to inquiries if you contact us via email
Data Storage and Processing
Google Analytics
We use Google Analytics 4 (GA4) to analyze Website usage. Google Analytics collects information such as page views, user interactions, and device information. This data is processed by Google and stored on Google's servers. Google may use this data for its own purposes as described in Google's Privacy Policy.
You can opt out of Google Analytics by rejecting cookies when prompted, or by installing the Google Analytics Opt-out Browser Add-on.
Google Sheets
Quiz results (including your answers, percentage, category, timestamp, IP address, and user agent) are sent to Google Sheets via Google Apps Script. This data is stored in a Google Sheet that we control. Google processes this data according to Google's Privacy Policy and Terms of Service.
Session storage
Your quiz answers are temporarily stored in your browser's session storage to allow you to navigate between quiz questions without losing your progress. This data is cleared when you close your browser tab.
Cookies
We use cookies and similar technologies to enhance your experience on our Website. Cookies are small text files that are stored on your device when you visit a website.
Types of cookies we use
- Essential Cookies: Required for the Website to function properly
- Analytics Cookies: Used by Google Analytics to track Website usage (only set if you accept cookies)
- Consent Cookies: Remember your cookie preferences
Cookie consent
When you first visit our Website, you will be asked to accept or reject cookies. If you reject cookies, Google Analytics will not be loaded and no analytics cookies will be set. Your consent preference is stored in your browser's local storage and as a cookie, and will be remembered for 365 days.
Managing cookies
You can manage or delete cookies through your browser settings. However, disabling cookies may affect the functionality of our Website.
Third-Party Services
We use the following third-party services that may collect information:
- Google Analytics: Website analytics (see Google's Privacy Policy: https://policies.google.com/privacy)
- Google Sheets: Data storage (see Google's Privacy Policy: https://policies.google.com/privacy)
- Google Apps Script: Data processing (see Google's Privacy Policy: https://policies.google.com/privacy)
- IPify: IP address lookup service (see IPify Privacy Policy: https://www.ipify.org/privacy)
Data Retention
We retain quiz data stored in Google Sheets indefinitely for research and analysis purposes. Google Analytics data is retained according to Google's data retention policies (typically 14 months for standard properties). Session storage data is cleared when you close your browser tab.
Your Rights
Depending on your location, you may have the following rights regarding your personal data:
- Right to Access: Request a copy of the personal data we hold about you
- Right to Rectification: Request correction of inaccurate data
- Right to Erasure: Request deletion of your personal data
- Right to Object: Object to processing of your personal data
- Right to Data Portability: Request transfer of your data
- Right to Withdraw Consent: Withdraw consent for cookie usage at any time
To exercise these rights, please contact us at sophie@mindfulnessforlearning.com.
Children's Privacy
Our Website is not intended for children under the age of 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If you believe we have collected information from a child under 13, please contact us immediately.
International Data Transfers
Your information may be transferred to and processed in countries other than your country of residence. These countries may have data protection laws that differ from those in your country. By using our Website, you consent to the transfer of your information to these countries, including the United States where Google's servers are located.
Security
We take reasonable measures to protect your personal information. However, no method of transmission over the Internet or electronic storage is 100% secure. While we strive to use commercially acceptable means to protect your data, we cannot guarantee absolute security.
Changes to This Privacy Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify you of any changes by posting the new Privacy Policy on this page and updating the "Last updated" date. You are advised to review this Privacy Policy periodically for any changes.
Contact Us
If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy or our data practices, please contact us at:
Email: sophie@mindfulnessforlearning.com
Website: mindfulnessforlearning.com