Introduction

Launch Plan ("we," "our," or "us") operates as a non-profit educational technology platform. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you use our website and services.

We are committed to protecting student privacy and comply with applicable privacy laws, including the Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA) and the Children's Online Privacy Protection Act (COPPA) where applicable.

Information We Collect

Information You Provide

Account Information: Name, email address, and other contact information when you create an account or request beta access
Student Data: Educational information, career interests, and financial planning data entered into the platform
Usage Data: Information about how you interact with our platform, including features used and simulations run

Automatically Collected Information

Device information (browser type, operating system)
IP address and location data (general, not precise)
Cookies and similar tracking technologies
Usage analytics and platform performance data

How We Use Your Information

We use the information we collect to:

Provide and improve our educational platform and services
Generate personalized financial projections and simulations
Communicate with you about your account and our services
Ensure platform security and prevent fraud
Comply with legal obligations and protect our rights
Conduct research and analysis to improve educational outcomes (with appropriate anonymization)

Data Sharing and Disclosure

We do not sell student data. We may share information only in the following circumstances:

With Your Consent: When you explicitly authorize us to share information
Service Providers: With trusted third-party vendors who help us operate our platform (under strict confidentiality agreements)
Legal Requirements: When required by law or to protect our rights and safety
Educational Institutions: With schools and districts that have authorized student use of the platform

Data Security

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

Encryption of data in transit and at rest
Regular security audits and assessments
Access controls and authentication requirements
Secure data storage and backup procedures

However, no method of transmission over the internet is 100% secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.

Your Rights and Choices

You have the right to:

Access and review your personal information
Request corrections to inaccurate data
Request deletion of your account and data
Opt-out of certain data collection practices
Request a copy of your data in a portable format

To exercise these rights, please contact us at privacy@launchplan.org

Children's Privacy

Launch Plan is designed for use by students, including those under 18. We comply with COPPA and FERPA requirements. When students use Launch Plan through their school or district, data collection is governed by agreements between Launch Plan and the educational institution.

Parents and guardians have the right to review, delete, or refuse further collection of their child's information. Please contact us if you have concerns about your child's data.

Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify you of any material changes by posting the new policy on this page and updating the "Last updated" date.

Contact Us

If you have questions about this Privacy Policy or our data practices, please contact us:

Launch Plan
Email: privacy@launchplan.org
General inquiries: hello@launchplan.org