Privacy Policy

1. Introduction

Welcome to 2utr ("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 platform.

2. Information We Collect

Personal Information

When you register for an account, we collect:

• Full name and email address
• Professional role (educator, institution, parent/guardian)
• Educational qualifications and certifications
• Work experience and professional background
• Contact information including phone number and address

Professional Information

• License numbers and professional certifications
• Institution affiliations and employment history
• Areas of expertise and specializations
• Professional references and recommendations

Usage Information

• Platform usage patterns and activity logs
• Job application history and communication records
• Assessment tools usage and generated reports
• Device information and browser data

3. How We Use Your Information

We use your information to:

• Provide and maintain our platform services
• Facilitate professional networking and job matching
• Verify professional credentials and qualifications
• Generate assessments and IEP goals
• Communicate important updates and notifications
• Improve our services and user experience
• Ensure platform security and prevent fraud

4. Information Sharing and Disclosure

With Other Users

We may share your professional profile information with other verified platform users for networking and job matching purposes. You control what information is visible in your profile settings.

With Institutions

When you apply for positions, we share relevant professional information with hiring institutions. Student-related information is never shared without proper authorization.

Service Providers

We may share information with trusted third-party service providers who assist in platform operations, always under strict confidentiality agreements.

Legal Requirements

We may disclose information when required by law, court order, or to protect the rights and safety of our users and platform.

5. Student Privacy Protection

We are committed to protecting student privacy and comply with applicable regulations:

• FERPA Compliance: Educational records are protected according to Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act requirements
• COPPA Compliance: We do not knowingly collect information from children under 13
• De-identification: Any assessment data used for platform improvement is properly de-identified
• Consent Requirements: Student information sharing requires proper parental or institutional consent

6. Data Security

We implement comprehensive security measures:

• Encryption of data in transit and at rest
• Regular security audits and vulnerability assessments
• Access controls and authentication requirements
• Employee training on data protection practices
• Incident response procedures for data breaches

7. Your Privacy Rights

You have the right to:

• Access and review your personal information
• Update or correct inaccurate information
• Delete your account and associated data
• Control profile visibility and information sharing
• Opt-out of non-essential communications
• Export your data in a portable format

8. Cookies and Tracking

We use cookies and similar technologies to enhance your experience, maintain sessions, and analyze platform usage. You can control cookie preferences through your browser settings.

9. Third-Party Integrations

Our platform may integrate with third-party services (such as Google OAuth). These integrations are governed by their respective privacy policies, which we encourage you to review.

10. International Data Transfers

Your information may be processed and stored in different countries. We ensure appropriate safeguards are in place for international data transfers.

11. Data Retention

We retain your information for as long as necessary to provide services and comply with legal obligations. Inactive accounts may be archived or deleted according to our retention schedule.

12. Children's Privacy

Our platform is not intended for children under 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If we become aware of such collection, we will take steps to delete the information immediately.

13. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy periodically. Users will be notified of significant changes, and continued use of the platform constitutes acceptance of the updated policy.

14. Contact Information

For privacy-related questions or concerns, please contact us at:

• Email: privacy@2utr.com
• Privacy Officer: privacy-officer@2utr.com
• Website: 2utr.com

15. Compliance and Certifications

We maintain compliance with relevant privacy frameworks and regulations, including FERPA, COPPA, and applicable state privacy laws.