Privacy Policy

Effective Date: July 5, 2025
Last Updated: July 5, 2025

1. Introduction

Welcome to Discover Science (ashansahabandu.com). This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use,
disclose, and safeguard your information when you visit our website and use our educational services. At
Discover Science, we are committed to protecting your privacy while providing an innovative and
engaging science learning experience.

This website is powered by Clyftic Labs
16, Station Rd, Colombo 4, Sri Lanka
Email: clyfticlabs@gmail.com
Phone: 070 288 4053
Website: clyftic.com

2. Information We Collect

Personal Information
When you register for our platform or enroll in courses, we collect:

  • Identity Information: Full name, date of birth, and student ID (if applicable)
  • Contact Details: Email address, phone number, and mailing address
  • Account Credentials: Username and password
  • Educational Background: Current grade level, school information, and academic interests
  • Parent/Guardian Information: Name and contact details (for students under 18)

Learning Data
As you engage with our educational content, we collect:

  • Course enrollment and completion data
  • Quiz and assessment scores
  • Virtual experiment participation and results
  • Science challenge competition entries and achievements
  • Learning progress and time spent on activities
  • Forum discussions and collaborative project contributions

Payment Information
For course purchases and subscriptions:

  • Billing name and address
  • Payment method details (processed securely through third-party providers)
  • Transaction history

Technical Data

  • IP address and device information
  • Browser type and operating system
  • Access times and referring URLs
  • Platform usage patterns and preferences

3. How We Use Your Information

Educational Services

  • Deliver interactive science courses and content
  • Track learning progress and provide personalized recommendations
  • Facilitate virtual experiments and simulations
  • Organize and manage science challenges and competitions
  • Issue certificates and badges for achievements
  • Provide academic performance reports


Communication

  • Send course updates and assignment reminders
  • Notify about upcoming science challenges and events
  • Share educational resources and study materials
  • Respond to inquiries and provide technical support
  • Send newsletters about new courses and features (with consent)

Platform Improvement

  • Analyze learning patterns to enhance course content
  • Develop new interactive features and experiments
  • Improve user interface and experience
  • Ensure platform security and prevent fraud

4. Learning Management Features

Our platform includes specialized features for science education:
Virtual Laboratories
  • Data from virtual experiment participation
  • Lab report submissions and grades
  • Safety protocol acknowledgments
Interactive Assessments
  • Real-time quiz performance data
  • Adaptive learning adjustments
  • Progress tracking across topics
Collaborative Learning
  • Group project participation
  • Discussion forum contributions
  • Peer review activities

5. Payment Processing

We partner with secure payment service providers including:

  • Online payment gateways for card transactions
  • Bank transfer facilities for institutional payments
  • Mobile payment options for local transactions

We do not store complete payment card details on our servers. All payment processing is handled by
certified third-party providers who maintain their own privacy policies.

6. Data Sharing and Disclosure

We may share your information with:

Educational Partners

  • Schools and educational institutions (with consent)
  • Science competition organizers
  • Certificate verification services


Service Providers

  • Cloud hosting services
  • Email communication platforms
  • Analytics and performance monitoring tools
  • Customer support systems


Legal Requirements
We may disclose information when required by law or to:

  • Comply with legal processes
  • Protect our rights and safety
  • Prevent fraud or security threats
  • Protect the safety of our users

7. Parental Consent and Controls

For users under 18 years of age:

  • We require parental or guardian consent for registration
  • Parents can access their child’s learning progress
  • Parents can request modification or deletion of their child’s data
  • We do not knowingly collect data from children under 13 without parental consent

8. Data Security

We implement robust security measures including:

  • Encryption of sensitive data in transit and at rest
  • Regular security audits and updates
  • Access controls and authentication protocols
  • Secure backup and disaster recovery procedures
  • Staff training on data protection practices

9. Your Rights and Choices

You have the right to:

  • Access your personal information and learning data
  • Correct any inaccurate information
  • Delete your account and associated data
  • Export your learning history and achievements
  • Opt-out of marketing communications
  • Manage cookie preferences

To exercise these rights, contact us at the details provided below.

10. Cookies and Tracking

We use cookies to:

  • Remember your login session
  • Save your learning preferences
  • Track progress through courses
  • Analyze platform usage for improvements
  • Provide personalized content recommendations

You can manage cookie settings through your browser, though some features may be limited without
cookies.

11. Data Retention

We retain your information for:

  • Active accounts: Duration of your enrollment plus 2 years
  • Learning records: 5 years for certificate verification
  • Payment records: As required by tax and accounting laws
  • Support communications: 2 years from last interaction

12. International Users

Our services are operated from Sri Lanka. If you access our platform from other countries, please note
that your data may be transferred to and processed in Sri Lanka, where data protection laws may differ
from your jurisdiction.

13. Updates to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy periodically. We will notify registered users of significant changes via
email and update the “Last Updated” date. Continued use of our platform after changes constitutes
acceptance of the updated policy.

14. Contact Information

For privacy-related questions or concerns, contact:

Discover Science Support
Email: support@ashansahabandu.com

Powered by Clyftic Labs
16, Station Rd, Colombo 4, Sri Lanka
Email: clyfticlabs@gmail.com
Phone: 070 288 4053
Website: clyftic.com

By using Discover Science, you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agree to this Privacy Policy.