Privacy Policy

Introduction

Welcome to Bin Learning ("we", "us", or "our"). We operate the Bin Learning platform, a gamified programming education service accessible via our website.

This Privacy Policy explains what personal data we collect, why we collect it, how we use and protect it, and the rights you have over your information. By using Bin Learning, you agree to the practices described in this policy.

Data We Collect

We collect only the information necessary to provide and improve our service:

• Account Information: Your name, email address, and password (stored as a secure hash) when you register.
• Learning Data: Quiz results, chapter progress, XP earned, streak counts, and daily task completions.
• Profile Data: Your chosen display name, avatar customisations, and any profile information you voluntarily provide.
• Usage Data: Pages visited, features used, session duration, and general interaction patterns — used to improve the platform.
• Device & Technical Data: Browser type, operating system, IP address, and time zone — collected automatically for security and performance purposes.

We do not collect payment information, government IDs, or any sensitive personal data.

How We Use It

Your data is used exclusively to:

• Create and maintain your Bin Learning account
• Track your learning progress, streaks, and XP
• Display leaderboard rankings
• Personalise your dashboard and recommendations
• Improve the platform's features and fix bugs
• Send important service notifications (e.g. password resets)
• Ensure the security and integrity of the platform

We do not use your data for advertising, profiling, or any purpose unrelated to your learning experience.

Data Sharing

We do not sell, rent, or trade your personal data. We only share data in the following limited circumstances:

• Service Providers: Trusted third-party providers who help us operate the platform (e.g. cloud hosting). They are contractually obligated to protect your data and cannot use it for their own purposes.
• Legal Requirements: If required by law, court order, or government authority, we may disclose your data — but only to the minimum extent required.
• Business Transfers: In the unlikely event of a merger or acquisition, user data may be transferred. We will notify you and give you the opportunity to delete your account before any such transfer.

Leaderboard data (your display name and XP score) is visible to all logged-in users by design. You can update your display name in your profile settings.

Cookies

We use a small number of cookies to keep Bin Learning working correctly:

• Session Cookies: Keep you logged in during your visit. These expire when you close your browser.
• Preference Cookies: Remember your settings (e.g. selected language, theme preference).
• Analytics Cookies: Help us understand how the platform is used in aggregate, with no personally identifiable information.

We do not use advertising or third-party tracking cookies. You can disable cookies in your browser settings, though this may affect platform functionality.

Data Security

We take the security of your data seriously and apply industry-standard protections:

• All data is transmitted over encrypted HTTPS connections
• Passwords are hashed using modern cryptographic algorithms — we never store them in plain text
• Our servers are hosted in secure data centres with restricted access
• We conduct regular security reviews of our platform

No system is 100% secure. If you suspect your account has been compromised, please contact us immediately and change your password.

Your Rights

You have the following rights regarding your personal data:

• Access: Request a copy of the personal data we hold about you.
• Correction: Update inaccurate or incomplete information via your profile settings.
• Deletion: Request the deletion of your account and associated data.
• Portability: Request your data in a machine-readable format.
• Objection: Object to certain uses of your data.

To exercise any of these rights, please reach out via our Contact Us page. We'll respond within 30 days.

Children's Privacy

Bin Learning is designed for learners of all ages, including young people. We take extra care when it comes to younger users:

• We do not knowingly collect detailed personal data from children under 13 beyond what is necessary to operate the account.
• If a parent or guardian believes their child has provided information inappropriately, please contact us and we'll promptly delete it.
• We do not display advertising to any users, including children.

Policy Changes

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices or legal obligations. When we make significant changes, we will:

• Update the "Last updated" date at the top of this page
• Notify you via a banner on the platform or by email

Continued use of Bin Learning after a policy update constitutes acceptance of the revised terms.

Contact Us

If you have any questions, concerns, or requests relating to this Privacy Policy or your personal data, please don't hesitate to get in touch:

We're a team that genuinely cares about your privacy. Thank you for trusting Bin Learning with your learning journey.