Privacy Policy

Introduction

OnlyPhonics ("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 visit our website and use our Reading Snapshot service. Please read this privacy policy carefully. If you do not agree with the terms of this privacy policy, please do not access the site.

Information We Collect

Personal Information

We collect personal information that you voluntarily provide to us when you use our Reading Snapshot service. This includes:

• Email Address: Collected when you request a Reading Snapshot to send you the personalized PDF report
• Child's Name: Used to personalize the Reading Snapshot report
• Child's Age: Used to determine appropriate diagnostic questions and recommendations
• Reading Observations: Your responses to questions about your child's reading behaviors

Automatically Collected Information

When you visit our website, we automatically collect certain information about your device and browsing behavior, including:

• IP address and browser type
• Pages visited and time spent on pages
• Referring website or source
• Device information (operating system, screen resolution)

How We Use Your Information

We use the information we collect for the following purposes:

• Provide Services: Generate and deliver personalized Reading Snapshot reports via email
• Communication: Send you information about OnlyPhonics, including product updates and launch announcements (if you've subscribed)
• Improve Our Service: Analyze usage patterns to enhance user experience and develop new features
• Analytics: Track website traffic and user engagement to understand how visitors interact with our site
• Compliance: Comply with legal obligations and protect our rights

Data Storage and Security

We implement appropriate technical and organizational security measures to protect your personal information against unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction. Your data is stored securely on encrypted servers.

However, please note that no method of transmission over the internet or electronic storage is 100% secure. While we strive to use commercially acceptable means to protect your personal information, we cannot guarantee its absolute security.

Data Retention

We retain your personal information only for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this Privacy Policy, unless a longer retention period is required or permitted by law. Email addresses collected for Reading Snapshot delivery and product updates will be retained until you request deletion or unsubscribe from our communications.

Sharing Your Information

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

• Service Providers: With trusted third-party service providers who assist us in operating our website, conducting our business, or servicing you (e.g., email delivery services, analytics providers). These parties are obligated to keep your information confidential.
• Legal Requirements: When required by law, court order, or governmental regulation, or to protect our rights, property, or safety
• Business Transfers: In connection with a merger, acquisition, or sale of assets, your information may be transferred to the acquiring entity

Cookies and Tracking Technologies

We use cookies and similar tracking technologies to enhance your experience on our website. Cookies are small data files stored on your device that help us:

• Remember your preferences and settings
• Understand how you use our website
• Improve website performance and functionality
• Track real-time viewer engagement on interactive experiences

You can control cookies through your browser settings. However, disabling cookies may affect your ability to use certain features of our website.

Children's Privacy

While our service is designed to help parents and educators support children's reading development, we do not knowingly collect personal information directly from children under 13. The Reading Snapshot service is intended for use by parents, guardians, and educators who provide information about children in their care. If you believe we have inadvertently collected information from a child under 13, please contact us immediately.

Your Rights and Choices

You have the following rights regarding your personal information:

• Access: Request a copy of the personal information we hold about you
• Correction: Request correction of inaccurate or incomplete information
• Deletion: Request deletion of your personal information, subject to legal obligations
• Opt-Out: Unsubscribe from marketing emails by clicking the unsubscribe link in any email we send
• Data Portability: Request a copy of your data in a structured, machine-readable format

To exercise any of these rights, please contact us using the information provided below.

Third-Party Links

Our website may contain links to third-party websites. We are not responsible for the privacy practices or content of these external sites. We encourage you to review the privacy policies of any third-party sites you visit.

Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices or legal requirements. We will notify you of any material changes by posting the new Privacy Policy on this page and updating the "Last Updated" date. Your continued use of our website after such changes constitutes your acceptance of the updated policy.

Contact Us

If you have any questions, concerns, or requests regarding this Privacy Policy or our data practices, please contact us: