Privacy Principles
At Fulshear Tutoring, protecting the privacy of our students, parents, and tutors is a core responsibility. These principles guide every decision we make about data.
We collect only what we need.
We only gather information necessary to provide our tutoring services and communicate with you effectively.
We never sell your data.
Your personal information is never sold, rented, or traded to third parties for marketing purposes.
We protect minors.
Because we serve students under 13, we take extra care to comply with COPPA and handle children's data with the utmost respect.
You are in control.
You can request to access, update, or delete your information at any time by contacting us directly.
We are transparent.
This policy explains clearly what we collect, why, and how. If you have questions, we're always available to clarify.
Introduction & Goal
Fulshear Tutoring ("we," "our," or "us") is a peer-to-peer tutoring service operated by students of Fulshear High School, serving the Fulshear, Texas community. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and protect information when you visit our website at fulsheartutoring.com, contact us, or use our services.
Our goal is to provide an exceptional academic experience while being fully transparent about our data practices. We are committed to complying with applicable privacy laws, including the Children's Online Privacy Protection Act (COPPA) and the Texas Privacy Protection Act.
Sections of this policy:
Acknowledgment & Consent
By visiting our website or submitting an inquiry form, you acknowledge that you have read and understood this Privacy Policy and consent to the collection and use of your information as described herein.
If you are a parent or guardian submitting information on behalf of a minor under the age of 13, you represent that you have the authority to provide such consent on their behalf.
If you do not agree with this policy, please do not use our website or submit personal information through our contact forms.
Changes to this Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices or applicable law. When we make changes, we will update the "Last updated" date at the top of this page.
We encourage you to review this policy periodically. Continued use of our website after changes are posted constitutes your acceptance of the updated policy.
Information We Collect
Information You Provide
When you fill out our contact or booking form, we may collect:
- First and last name
- Email address
- Phone number (optional)
- Grade level
- Type of academic inquiry (e.g., SAT Prep, AP Test Prep, Homework Help)
- Any message or details you voluntarily share
- Whether you would like to receive program updates
Information Collected Automatically
When you visit our website, we may automatically collect certain technical information, including:
- Browser type and version
- Device type and operating system
- Pages visited and time spent on each page
- Referring URL (how you arrived at our site)
- General geographic location (city/state level, not precise)
This information is collected through standard web server logs and may be used via analytics tools (such as Google Analytics) solely for the purpose of improving our website experience.
Social Media
Our website links to our social media pages on Facebook, Instagram, TikTok, and Discord. If you interact with us on those platforms, the respective platform's privacy policy governs how they handle your data. We do not receive your private information from these platforms.
Users Under 13
Fulshear Tutoring serves students of all grade levels, including children under the age of 13. We are committed to complying with the Children's Online Privacy Protection Act (COPPA).
We do not knowingly collect personal information directly from children under 13 without verifiable parental consent. All inquiry forms submitted for students under 13 must be completed by a parent or guardian.
If you believe we have inadvertently collected personal information from a child under 13 without parental consent, please contact us immediately at contact@fulsheartutoring.com and we will promptly delete such information.
How We Use Your Information
We use the information we collect for the following purposes:
- To respond to your inquiry and schedule tutoring sessions
- To communicate with you about our programs, events, and workshops
- To match students with appropriate tutors based on subject and grade level
- To send program updates if you have opted in to receive them
- To improve our website and service offerings
- To comply with legal obligations
We will not use your information for any purpose not listed above without first obtaining your explicit consent.
Data Retention
We retain your personal information only for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes for which it was collected, or as required by law. Inquiry form submissions are retained for up to 12 months after the last communication. You may request deletion of your data at any time.
Security
We take reasonable precautions to protect your information from unauthorized access, disclosure, or loss. Our website is served over HTTPS, and access to form submission data is restricted to authorized members of our team.
However, no method of transmission over the internet is 100% secure. While we strive to protect your data, we cannot guarantee absolute security. If you believe your information has been compromised, please contact us immediately.
Your Rights
Depending on your location, you may have certain rights regarding your personal information, including:
- Access: Request a copy of the personal information we hold about you.
- Correction: Request that we correct inaccurate or incomplete information.
- Deletion: Request that we delete your personal information.
- Opt-out: Unsubscribe from program update communications at any time.
To exercise any of these rights, please email us at contact@fulsheartutoring.com. We will respond within 30 days.
Contact Us
If you have any questions, concerns, or requests regarding this Privacy Policy or how we handle your data, please contact us:
Fulshear Tutoring
Email: contact@fulsheartutoring.com
Disclaimer: Fulshear Tutoring is an independent, student-run tutoring service. We are not formally endorsed by, officially affiliated with, or sponsored by Fulshear High School or Lamar Consolidated Independent School District. Our use of the Fulshear name refers solely to our community of origin.