Data Collection Policy
What data we collect on Ed-Cred and why (summary)
This page summarizes categories of information collected through the Ed-Cred platform. It supplements our Privacy Policy and User Privacy Choices.
Identity and account data
| Examples | Purpose |
|---|---|
| Name, email, password hash, role selection | Account creation, authentication, security |
| Google profile data when you use Google sign-in | Login and profile display per your consent with Google |
| Optional profile fields (location, education, profession, bio) | Personalization and community context |
Review and content data
| Examples | Purpose |
|---|---|
| Review text, questionnaire answers, reporting period | Publishing and displaying feedback |
| Attachments (documents, images) | Supporting evidence you choose to provide |
| Reviewee names, school names, roles | Context for readers and moderation |
Community and engagement
| Examples | Purpose |
|---|---|
| Discussion posts and comments | Operating the discussion forum |
| Likes, follows, or similar signals where offered | Ranking and engagement features |
Verification and trust
| Examples | Purpose |
|---|---|
| Email verification timestamps | Confirming control of email for certain roles |
| Uploaded verification documents | Eligibility checks for restricted roles (e.g., leadership) |
Payments
| Examples | Purpose |
|---|---|
| Stripe customer/subscription metadata, payment status | Billing subscriptions and dispute fees |
| We do not store full card numbers on Ed-Cred servers | Processed by Stripe per their terms |
Technical and usage data
| Examples | Purpose |
|---|---|
| IP address, user agent, device type | Security, fraud prevention, diagnostics |
| Cookies and session identifiers | Login sessions, preferences, CSRF protection |
| Log data (pages viewed, errors) | Reliability and product improvement |
Automated processing
We may process review text and related metadata with automated systems (including AI) to assist moderation, safety, and product features. Inputs to our on-site assistant are processed to generate responses as described in our Privacy Policy.
Retention (high level)
We retain data as long as needed to provide the Services, comply with law, resolve disputes, and enforce agreements. Some records (e.g., moderation logs) may be kept longer for safety and integrity.
Questions? Contact us.