Introduction
Thank you
for using our Gomobile School Information Management
System (GSIMS) mobile application. 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 protect the information you provide
while using our GSIMS mobile application. By accessing or using our
application, you consent to the practices described in this Privacy Policy.
1. Information
We Collect
a. Personal
Information:
We may
collect personal information from users, such as name, email address, phone
number, and other contact details, during the registration process or when you
provide it to us voluntarily. This information is necessary to create and
manage your account and provide you with the requested services.
b. Student
Information:
As a school
information management system, we collect and store student information to
facilitate efficient school administration and student support. This
information may include student names, dates of birth, addresses,
parent/guardian contact details, attendance records, academic performance,
disciplinary records, health information, and other relevant data necessary for
educational purposes.
c. User-Generated
Content:
We collect
and store content generated by users, including messages, assignments,
assessments, discussions, feedback, and other materials submitted through the
SIMS mobile application. This content is used to facilitate communication and
collaboration within the educational community.
d. Device
Information:
When you
access and use our GSIMS mobile application, we automatically collect certain
information about your mobile device, such as device type, operating system,
unique device identifiers, IP address, and mobile network information. This
information helps us improve and optimize the performance and security of our
application.
e. Log Data:
Our servers
automatically record log information whenever you use GSIMS mobile application.
This log data includes your device's IP address, the date and time of your
interactions, app features or pages accessed, and any actions taken within the
application. We collect this information to analyze usage patterns, diagnose
technical issues, and improve our services.
2. Use of
Information
a. Providing
Services:
We use the
collected information to provide, maintain, and improve GSIMS mobile
application. This includes managing student data, facilitating communication
between teachers, parents, and students, generating reports, and enhancing user
experience.
b.
Communication:
We may use
your contact information to send you important updates, announcements,
notifications, and other relevant information related to the SIMS mobile
application, including school-related events, academic progress, and
administrative matters.
c. User
Support:
We may use
your personal information to respond to your inquiries, provide technical
support, and address any issues or concerns you may have while using GSIMS
mobile application.
d.
Aggregated and Anonymized Data:
We may
analyze and aggregate data collected from GSIMS mobile application to generate
statistical and analytical insights. This aggregated data is anonymized and
does not identify individual users. We may use these insights for research,
benchmarking, and improving our services.
3. Data
Sharing
a. Within
the School Community:
We may share
student information and relevant data within the educational institution or
school community that uses our SIMS mobile application. This includes sharing
information with teachers, administrators, parents, and other authorized
personnel who need access to the data for educational and administrative
purposes.
b. Service
Providers:
We may
engage trusted third-party service providers to assist us in developing,
maintaining, and supporting the SIMS mobile application. These service
providers are bound by contractual obligations to handle your personal
information securely
c.Legal
Requirements:
We may
disclose personal information if required to comply with legal obligations,
enforce our policies, protect our rights, or respond to government requests.
4. Data
Security
We implement
appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect the security and
integrity of your personal information. We use encryption to secure data in
transit and at rest, and we restrict access to information only to those who
need it for their work. However, please note that no method of transmission or
storage over the internet is entirely secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute
security.
5. User
Rights
Access and
Correction:
You have the
right to access and correct your personal information held by us. You can
review and update your information through the application settings or by
contacting the school directly.
6. Data
Deletion
If you wish
to delete your account and associated data, please contact the school or
request deletion from the student/staff profile page, and we will take
reasonable steps to fulfill your request.
a. Consent
Withdrawal: You may withdraw your consent for the collection and processing of
your personal information by discontinuing the use of our application.
7. Updates
to the Privacy Policy
We may
update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our
practices or applicable laws. We encourage you to review the policy
periodically for any updates. Your continued use of the application after the
modifications indicate your acceptance of the revised Privacy Policy.
9. Contact
Information
If you have
any questions, concerns, or requests regarding our Privacy Policy or the
handling of your personal information, please contact us using the provided
contact details gomobileschoolapp@gmial.com