Privacy Policy

1. Introduction

CheckMate ("we," "our," or "us") is committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you use our AI-powered grading assistant application.

2. Information We Collect

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

• Google account information (name, email address, profile picture) when you sign in
• Google Classroom data (courses, assignments, student submissions) that you authorize us to access
• Documents and files you upload for grading
• Grading criteria and rubrics you create
• Usage data and preferences within the application

3. How We Use Your Information

We use the information we collect to:

• Provide AI-powered grading and feedback on student work
• Generate performance analytics and insights
• Create personalized lesson plans based on student performance
• Sync with your Google Classroom courses and assignments
• Send emails on your behalf through Gmail (with your authorization)
• Improve and optimize our services

4. Data Storage and Security

Your data is stored securely using Google Firebase services. We implement appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect your personal information against unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction. All data transmission is encrypted using industry-standard protocols.

5. Third-Party Services

We use the following third-party services to provide our application:

• Google Firebase: Authentication, database, and file storage
• Google Classroom API: Access to your classroom courses and assignments
• Gmail API: Sending emails on your behalf
• Google Gemini AI: AI-powered grading and content generation

These services have their own privacy policies, and we encourage you to review them.

6. Data Sharing

We do not sell, trade, or otherwise transfer your personal information to third parties. We may share your information only in the following circumstances:

• With your explicit consent
• To comply with legal obligations
• To protect our rights and safety

7. Your Rights

You have the right to:

• Access the personal information we hold about you
• Request correction of inaccurate data
• Request deletion of your data
• Revoke access to your Google account at any time
• Export your data

8. Data Retention

We retain your data for as long as your account is active or as needed to provide you services. You can request deletion of your account and associated data at any time by contacting us.

9. Children's Privacy

Our service is intended for use by educators. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. Student data accessed through Google Classroom is handled in accordance with applicable educational privacy laws.

10. Changes to This 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.

11. Contact Us

If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy, please contact us at: aaravai413@gmail.com