_Last updated: April 29, 2025_
## 1. Who we are
This website (https://spanishmind.com) is operated by SpanishMind, an online Spanish language learning platform that connects students and certified tutors for personalized lessons.
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# 2. What data we collect
When you use our site or register through Google login, we may collect the following information:
– Full name
– Email address
– Profile picture (optional)
– Preferred language
– Booking information (class dates, tutor, service selected)
– Time zone
– Any messages or notes you send to tutors or admins
We do **not** collect passwords when you sign in via Google.
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## 3. How we use your data
We collect your information in order to:
– Create and manage your student or tutor profile
– Schedule lessons and send reminders
– Sync events with your calendar (for tutors)
– Communicate about updates, class confirmations, or support
– Improve our platform and service experience
We do **not sell or share** your personal data with third parties for marketing purposes.
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## 4. Legal basis for processing
We process your personal data on the following bases:
– Your **consent**, when you register through Google
– The **performance of a contract**, such as providing you the class you scheduled
– Our **legitimate interest**, in improving our services and maintaining site security
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## 5. Third-party services
We use the following third-party services:
– **Google Calendar**: for syncing lesson times (only with your permission)
– **Nextend Social Login**: to allow secure login via Google
– **Amelia**: to manage appointments and notifications
– **Mail services (e.g. SMTP)** for email confirmations and reminders
Each service has its own privacy policy, and we ensure they are compliant with GDPR and similar regulations.
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## 6. Data retention
We retain your information as long as your account is active or as needed to provide you our services. You may request deletion of your account and data at any time by contacting us at **[your email]**.
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## 7. Your rights
You have the right to:
– Access your data
– Request correction or deletion
– Withdraw your consent at any time
– File a complaint with a data protection authority
For any requests, contact us at: **[your email address]**
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## 8. Cookies
Our website uses essential cookies to operate securely and effectively. We may also use analytics tools (like Google Analytics) to understand user behavior, always anonymized.
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## 9. Changes to this policy
We may update this privacy policy from time to time. We will notify users of any major changes via email or site notice.
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## 10. Contact
If you have questions about this privacy policy or your data, contact:
**SpanishMind**
Email: [hello@spanishmind.com]
Website: https://spanishmind.com
