Privacy Policy

Last Updated: December 5, 2025

1. Introduction

Welcome to Albie ("we," "our," or "us"). 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 use our AI-powered educational platform.

2. Information We Collect

2.1 Personal Information

We collect information that you provide directly to us, including:

  • Name and email address
  • School or institution affiliation
  • Account credentials
  • Profile information
  • Payment information (processed securely through Stripe)

2.2 Educational Content

When you use our platform, we collect:

  • Chat conversations and interactions with our AI
  • Generated presentations, lesson plans, and educational materials
  • Uploaded documents and files
  • Notes and annotations

2.3 Usage Information

We automatically collect certain information about your device and usage:

  • Device type, operating system, and browser information
  • IP address and location data
  • Usage patterns and feature interactions
  • Performance and error logs

3. How We Use Your Information

We use the information we collect to:

  • Provide, maintain, and improve our educational services
  • Generate AI-powered educational content and recommendations
  • Process payments and manage subscriptions
  • Send important updates and service notifications
  • Respond to your requests and provide customer support
  • Analyze usage patterns to improve our platform
  • Protect against fraud and ensure platform security
  • Comply with legal obligations

4. How We Share Your Information

We may share your information in the following circumstances:

4.1 Service Providers

We work with third-party service providers who help us operate our platform:

  • Google Cloud Platform (AI services and authentication)
  • Supabase (database and authentication)
  • Stripe (payment processing)
  • Vercel (hosting and deployment)
  • Resend (email communications)

4.2 Educational Institutions

If you access Albie through your school or institution, we may share relevant information with your institution's administrators for educational purposes.

4.3 Legal Requirements

We may disclose your information if required by law, court order, or government regulation, or to protect our rights and safety.

4.4 Business Transfers

In the event of a merger, acquisition, or sale of assets, your information may be transferred to the acquiring entity.

5. Data Security

We implement industry-standard security measures to protect your information, including encryption, secure servers, and regular security audits. However, no method of transmission over the internet is 100% secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.

6. Your Rights and Choices

You have the right to:

  • Access and update your personal information
  • Delete your account and associated data
  • Export your data
  • Opt out of marketing communications
  • Request correction of inaccurate information
  • Object to certain data processing activities

To exercise these rights, please contact us at info@myalbie.com

7. Children's Privacy

Albie is designed for use in educational settings. When used by students under 13 (or the applicable age in your jurisdiction), we comply with applicable laws such as COPPA and FERPA. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children without appropriate consent from parents, guardians, or educational institutions.

8. Cookies and Tracking

We use cookies and similar tracking technologies to enhance your experience, analyze usage, and provide personalized content. You can control cookies through your browser settings, though some features may not function properly if cookies are disabled.

9. Data Retention

We retain your information for as long as your account is active or as needed to provide services. When you delete your account, we will delete or anonymize your personal information within 90 days, except where we are required to retain it for legal or compliance purposes.

10. International Data Transfers

Your information may be transferred to and processed in countries other than your country of residence. We ensure appropriate safeguards are in place to protect your information in accordance with this Privacy Policy and applicable laws.

11. Changes to This Privacy Policy

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. Your continued use of Albie after changes are posted constitutes your acceptance of the revised policy.

12. Contact Us

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

For California Residents

If you are a California resident, you have additional rights under the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA):

  • The right to know what personal information we collect and how we use it
  • The right to delete your personal information
  • The right to opt-out of the sale of personal information (we do not sell personal information)
  • The right to non-discrimination for exercising your privacy rights

For European Residents

If you are in the European Economic Area (EEA), you have rights under the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR), including:

  • The right to access your personal data
  • The right to rectification of inaccurate data
  • The right to erasure ("right to be forgotten")
  • The right to restrict processing
  • The right to data portability
  • The right to object to processing
  • The right to withdraw consent