Privacy Policy

At EIPC ("we," "us," or "our"), we are committed to protecting the privacy and security of our users, especially children. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you use our digital reading platform and services.

1. Information We Collect

1.1 Personal Information

We may collect the following types of personal information:

• Account Information: Name, email address, password, and payment information
• Child Profile Information: Child's name, age, reading level, and preferences
• Usage Data: Books read, reading progress, time spent, and learning activities
• Device Information: Device type, operating system, browser type, and IP address

1.2 Children's Privacy (COPPA Compliance)

EIPC is designed for children aged 12 and under. We comply with the Children's Online Privacy Protection Act (COPPA) and take special measures to protect children's privacy:

• We require verifiable parental consent before collecting personal information from children
• We collect only the minimum information necessary to provide our services
• Parents can review, delete, or refuse further collection of their child's information
• We do not condition participation on providing more information than necessary

2. How We Use Your Information

We use the collected information for the following purposes:

• Service Delivery: To provide access to our digital library and reading features
• Personalization: To recommend books and content based on reading level and interests
• Progress Tracking: To track reading progress and learning achievements
• Account Management: To manage user accounts and subscriptions
• Communication: To send important updates, newsletters, and promotional materials (with consent)
• Improvement: To analyze usage patterns and improve our services
• Security: To detect and prevent fraud, abuse, and security issues

3. Information Sharing and Disclosure

We do not sell or rent personal information to third parties. We may share information only in the following circumstances:

3.1 Service Providers

We may share information with trusted third-party service providers who assist us in operating our platform, such as hosting providers, payment processors, and analytics services. These providers are contractually obligated to protect your information.

3.2 Legal Requirements

We may disclose information if required by law, court order, or governmental request, or when we believe disclosure is necessary to protect our rights, safety, or property.

3.3 Business Transfers

In the event of a merger, acquisition, or sale of assets, user information may be transferred to the acquiring entity, subject to the same privacy protections.

4. Data Security

We implement industry-standard security measures to protect your information:

• Encryption of data in transit and at rest using SSL/TLS protocols
• Secure authentication and password protection
• Regular security audits and vulnerability assessments
• Limited access to personal information on a need-to-know basis
• Employee training on data privacy and security best practices

While we strive to protect your information, no method of transmission over the internet or electronic storage is 100% secure. We cannot guarantee absolute security.

5. Parental Rights and Controls

Parents and legal guardians have the following rights regarding their child's information:

• Review: Request to review the personal information collected from your child
• Delete: Request deletion of your child's personal information
• Refuse: Refuse to allow further collection or use of your child's information
• Modify: Update or correct your child's information

To exercise these rights, please contact us at privacy@eipc.cc. We will respond to your request within 30 days.

6. Cookies and Tracking Technologies

We use cookies and similar tracking technologies to enhance user experience:

• Essential Cookies: Required for platform functionality and security
• Analytics Cookies: Help us understand how users interact with our platform
• Preference Cookies: Remember user settings and preferences

You can control cookie settings through your browser preferences. Note that disabling certain cookies may limit platform functionality.

7. Third-Party Links

Our platform may contain links to third-party websites or services. We are not responsible for the privacy practices of these external sites. We encourage you to review their privacy policies before providing any personal information.

8. 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.

9. Data Retention

We retain personal information for as long as necessary to provide our services and fulfill the purposes outlined in this Privacy Policy. When you close your account, we will delete or anonymize your personal information within 90 days, unless retention is required by law.

10. Your Rights

Depending on your location, you may have the following rights:

• Access: Request a copy of your personal information
• Correction: Request correction of inaccurate information
• Deletion: Request deletion of your personal information
• Portability: Request transfer of your information to another service
• Objection: Object to processing of your information for certain purposes
• Restriction: Request restriction of processing

11. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify you of material changes by posting the updated policy on our website and updating the "Last Updated" date. We encourage you to review this policy periodically.

12. California Privacy Rights

California residents have additional rights under the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA), including the right to know what personal information is collected, sold, or disclosed, and the right to opt-out of the sale of personal information. EIPC does not sell personal information.

13. European Privacy Rights (GDPR)

If you are located in the European Economic Area (EEA), you have rights under the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR), including the right to access, rectification, erasure, restriction of processing, data portability, and objection to processing.

This Privacy Policy is effective as of November 23, 2025. By using EIPC, you acknowledge that you have read and understood this Privacy Policy.