1 Information We Collect
We collect information to provide better services to our learners and partners. This includes data you provide directly to us through forms and account creation:
- Personal Identifiers: Name, email address, and professional affiliation.
- Educational Progress: Course completion status, assessment scores, and participation metrics.
- Technical Data: IP addresses, browser types, and device information used to access our platforms.
2 How We Use Information
Your data allows us to personalize your learning journey and improve our curriculum. Specifically, we use it for:
- Facilitating access to digital STEM labs and interactive modules.
- Generating performance reports for educators and institutional partners.
- Sending critical updates regarding platform maintenance and new educational content.
Our Commitment to Minor Safety
As an educational NGO, STEMawake adheres to strict COPPA compliance guidelines. We never collect personal data from students under 13 without verifiable parental or school consent. We do not sell student data to any third party for marketing purposes.
3 Cookies and Tracking
We use essential cookies to maintain your session and security. We also use analytical cookies to understand how users interact with our platform to improve navigation and accessibility.
4 Data Sharing
STEMawake does not sell your information. We only share data with:
- Service Providers: Cloud hosting and email delivery partners under strict confidentiality agreements.
- Academic Institutions: Only for students enrolled through specific school programs.
- Legal Requirements: When required by law to comply with judicial proceedings.
5 Data Storage
We implement industry-standard encryption (AES-256) for data at rest and TLS for data in transit. Your information is stored on secure servers located in the United States and the European Union, depending on your region of access.
6 Your Rights
Regardless of your location, STEMawake respects your right to privacy. You have the right to:
- Request a copy of the data we hold about you.
- Correct any inaccuracies in your personal profile.
- Request the permanent deletion of your account and associated data ("Right to be Forgotten").
Questions & Contact
If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy or how we handle your data, please contact our Data Protection Officer.
mail privacy@stemawake.orgRegional Offices
1200 Innovation Way
San Francisco, CA 94105
Science Quarter, Bloc 7
Berlin, Germany 10115