At Embery Harborly Canvas, we collect information to provide a high-quality educational experience and keep our platform running smoothly. Some data is provided directly by you, while other details are gathered automatically through technology. We believe in being upfront about what we collect, how we collect it, and why. This section breaks it down in clear terms.

We collect both personal and non-personal information. "Personal information" means something that identifies you as an individual, such as your name or login details. "Non-personal information" is data that doesn’t identify you directly but helps us understand how people use our platform. Sometimes, these two types might overlap if non-personal data is linked to your account.

Here’s a closer look at the types of information we gather, the methods we use, and the reasons for collecting each kind:

• Account Information: When you sign up, we request details such as your full name, username, password, and age group. This helps us manage your account and personalize your experience within the Embery Harborly Canvas platform. It also lets us offer age-appropriate content and, where needed, comply with legal requirements.
• Educational Profile: We may ask for details about your learning goals, preferences, or subjects of interest. This is entirely optional, but sharing these details allows us to recommend content that’s most relevant to you and track your progress over time.
• Usage Data: As you use our platform, we automatically collect technical information like your device type, browser, IP address, and how you interact with different features. This data is typically gathered through cookies and analytics tools, and it helps us understand what’s working and what needs improvement.
• Course Participation: Your activity within lessons, quizzes, forums, and assignments — such as responses, submissions, or feedback — is collected so we can deliver a tailored educational experience, maintain academic integrity, and support your learning.
• Communication Data: If you reach out to us through forms or participate in discussions, we may keep a record of your messages, posts, or support requests. This allows us to respond to inquiries, resolve issues, and enhance our services based on real user feedback.
• Cookies and Similar Technologies: Embery Harborly Canvas uses cookies and related technologies to keep you signed in, remember your preferences, and analyze site traffic. You can adjust your cookie settings at any time, and we’ll always let you know when cookies are essential for the site to function.

We gather information both when you actively provide it (like filling out a registration form) and passively through your interactions with our platform. In our experience, most users appreciate understanding exactly what we collect and why — so if you ever have questions, you’ll find answers right here.

We use your information to operate and improve Embery Harborly Canvas, always with your learning experience in mind. Our approach is guided by the principle of using only what’s necessary, for clear educational purposes. Here’s what happens to your data after we collect it.

Embery Harborly Canvas relies on your details to create and manage your account, customize your dashboard, and ensure that you access the materials and features that fit your needs. Personalization is at the heart of our teaching philosophy — so, for example, if you’re studying science, we might suggest related courses or highlight community discussions in that area.

We also use your data to maintain and strengthen the platform’s security. This includes monitoring for suspicious activity, protecting against unauthorized access, and ensuring that only you can see your own progress and sensitive information. On top of that, aggregated, non-identifiable data helps us spot trends and make platform-wide improvements based on real usage patterns.

• Account Administration: We process your information to set up your profile, verify your identity if needed, and keep your account secure. If you ever forget your password or need to change your details, this information allows us to help you quickly.
• Content Personalization: Your learning history, preferences, and progress are used to recommend new courses, lessons, or resources that are most likely to help you succeed. We may also adapt quizzes or assignments to offer the right level of challenge based on what you’ve already achieved.
• Platform Improvements: By analyzing anonymized usage data, we learn which features are popular, which lessons are most engaging, and where users might get stuck. This insight fuels updates and new features, ensuring Embery Harborly Canvas continues to meet your needs.
• Security and Integrity: Your personal details are essential for keeping your account safe. We use various internal checks to prevent fraudulent activity, protect your progress, and maintain a respectful, positive learning environment for all users.

Embery Harborly Canvas does not sell your personal information to advertisers or third parties. We only share data with those who help us provide our educational services — and even then, only under strict privacy agreements. If you ever want to explore, modify, or delete your information, we offer tools and support to make that possible.

Embery Harborly Canvas partners with several external services to enhance your learning experience and keep the platform running smoothly. These third parties may collect certain information about you, either directly or through integrations with our site. We choose our partners carefully and always aim to work with organizations that respect your privacy as much as we do.

Most of the third-party tools we use fall into three categories: analytics providers, content delivery networks, and educational resource partners. Each plays a unique role, from helping us understand how people use Embery Harborly Canvas to delivering videos or interactive lessons efficiently.

Here’s a closer look at the types of third-party services we use, what information they might collect, and how it fits into your Embery Harborly Canvas experience:

• Analytics Services: We may use analytics tools to gather information about how users move through our platform, which features are most popular, and where people tend to drop off. These services may collect device identifiers, usage times, and click paths, usually in an aggregated, non-personalized form. The goal is to help us improve the platform, not track you individually.
• Content Providers: Sometimes, we embed educational videos, quizzes, or documents from trusted partners. When you interact with this content, the provider may collect usage data, such as whether you completed a video or submitted a quiz. We only work with partners who agree to uphold strong privacy standards.
• Authentication and Security Tools: To keep your account secure, we might use external authentication or anti-fraud services. These partners could collect login attempts, IP addresses, or device information to prevent unauthorized access and help us enforce platform rules.

We don’t control how third parties use the information they collect, so we encourage you to review their privacy policies if you have concerns. Embery Harborly Canvas will never knowingly share your personal information with any partner who does not provide adequate data protection or who uses your data for unrelated advertising purposes.

Keeping your information safe is a top priority at Embery Harborly Canvas. We’ve put a lot of thought into our security measures, combining technology and common sense to protect your data from unauthorized access, accidental loss, or misuse. We know that no system is perfect, but we’re always striving for the highest standards.

Our team regularly reviews and updates our security practices, using a mix of encryption, strong authentication, and network safeguards. Only authorized staff have access to sensitive user information, and they’re trained to handle it with the utmost care. We also require our third-party partners to meet strict security standards before they ever touch your data.

Here’s a summary of the steps we take to keep your information secure — from the moment you sign up to every interaction you have with Embery Harborly Canvas:

• Data Encryption: All sensitive information, including passwords and communications, is encrypted both in transit and at rest. This means even if someone intercepted your data, it would be unreadable without the proper keys.
• Access Controls: We limit access to your personal data to only those employees or service partners who need it to provide our educational services. Regular audits help ensure that permissions remain appropriate and that no one can access your information without a valid reason.
• Ongoing Monitoring: Our systems are monitored for suspicious activity, attempted breaches, or technical vulnerabilities. If we ever detect a potential issue, we respond quickly to fix it and protect your data.

While we do our best, we can’t guarantee complete security any more than any other online platform can. If there’s ever a breach that could affect your information, we promise to notify you promptly and explain what steps we’re taking to address the situation.

Embery Harborly Canvas uses cookies and similar tools to make your experience smoother and more personal. Cookies help us remember your login details, keep your settings consistent, and track how you use our platform. If you’re the type who likes to tinker with settings, you can always manage your cookie preferences in your browser or through our settings page.

We use several types of cookies, each with a specific purpose. Some are essential for the site to function — for example, keeping you signed in as you move between lessons. Others are used for analytics, helping us understand which resources are most popular or which features could use improvement.

• Essential Cookies: These are required for the platform to work properly, like remembering your session or storing your language preferences. If you disable these, some features might not work as intended.
• Analytics Cookies: These cookies collect data on how you use Embery Harborly Canvas, such as which pages you visit or how long you stay on a lesson. The information is used to improve the site, not to identify you personally.
• Preference Cookies: These remember things like your preferred theme, notification settings, or accessibility options. They make your experience more comfortable and tailored to your needs.

Most browsers let you control cookies, including deleting or blocking them altogether. Just keep in mind that some features of Embery Harborly Canvas may not work properly if cookies are turned off. We’ll always let you know which cookies are essential and which are optional.

We believe you should always be in control of your information. Embery Harborly Canvas gives you the power to access, update, or delete your personal data whenever you wish. Sometimes, privacy can feel complicated, but our goal is to make these choices as easy and accessible as possible.

Within your account settings, you’ll find options to manage your profile details, adjust communication preferences, and decide what information you share with others. If you ever want to take a break or delete your account entirely, we provide straightforward tools to help you do that — and we’re always happy to answer any questions about your data.

• Access and Correction: You can view and update most of your personal information directly from your dashboard. If you notice something that’s incorrect or out of date, you can fix it with just a few clicks.
• Data Deletion: If you decide to leave Embery Harborly Canvas, you have the right to request that we delete your account and all associated information. We’ll let you know what that means for your stored progress and any shared content.
• Communication Preferences: You can choose which types of notifications or emails you receive from us — or opt out entirely. We respect your choices and never send marketing messages without your consent.
• Data Sharing Controls: In settings, you can manage who sees your posts or profile information, and limit data shared with third-party integrations. We want you to feel confident about every piece of information you share.

We’ll always do our best to honor your requests promptly and transparently. If you have questions about your rights or need help navigating your privacy options, our support team is here for you.

Occasionally, Embery Harborly Canvas may include links to other websites or resources that aren’t under our control. These sites may have their own privacy policies, and their practices could be different from ours. If you decide to visit an external site, we recommend reading their privacy policy before sharing any personal information. Your safety and privacy are important, even beyond our platform.

We’re careful about the links we share, but we can’t guarantee how other sites handle your data. If you ever have concerns about a third-party resource you’ve found through Embery Harborly Canvas, let us know — we’re always working to keep our community safe.

Embery Harborly Canvas is dedicated to respecting your privacy rights and complying with all applicable data protection laws. We keep up with the latest legal requirements — from the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) in Europe to other regional rules — and adjust our practices as needed to stay in line with these standards.

Our policy is to collect only the minimum information required to deliver our educational services and to store it for no longer than necessary. We’ve put in place technical and organizational safeguards to ensure your data is always treated with care and respect.

• User Consent: We always seek your clear consent when required, such as for optional cookies or marketing messages. You can withdraw consent at any time, and we’ll honor your choice without question.
• International Transfers: If we ever need to transfer your data across borders (for example, to a trusted service provider), we do so under strict safeguards designed to protect your privacy at every step.
• User Rights: We respect your legal rights to access, correct, or erase your information, and to object to certain types of processing. Our team is trained to respond quickly and transparently to all such requests.

If privacy regulations change or new laws come into effect, we update our practices and this policy promptly. Embery Harborly Canvas’s commitment to data protection is ongoing — it’s not just a checkbox for us, but a core value of how we operate.

In some cases, additional rules or terms may apply to specific services, types of users, or data processing activities on Embery Harborly Canvas. For example, learners under a certain age may have extra protections, or certain courses may involve unique data sharing arrangements with partner institutions.

If any special provisions apply, we’ll always let you know up front — typically through a clear notice or additional policy section before you use that service. We want to make sure you understand exactly how your information is handled in every context.

Sometimes, these special provisions are required by law or by agreements with educational partners. If you have questions about how a particular policy applies to you, just ask — we’re here to help clarify anything that seems confusing or complicated.