Privacy Policy for Rising Stars Nation.com (RSN)

Last Updated: August 1, 2025

Introduction

Welcome to RisingStarsNation.com (“RSN”, “we”, “us”, “our”). This Privacy Policy outlines how we collect, use, and protect the information of our users. By accessing our website or using our services—including free online tuition, chess and Rubik’s Cube coaching, indoor games, interschool competitions, and ‘Star Student’ showcases—you agree to this policy. If you do not agree, kindly discontinue using the website.

Who We Are

Rising Stars Nation (RSN) is a community-powered platform initiated by Shaurya Mena, designed to:

– Offer free online academic tutoring for school students (Classes 6–10)

– Train students in chess, Rubik’s Cube, and indoor skill-based games

– Host friendly competitions across schools

– Identify and promote “Star Students”

– Encourage holistic development, focus, and confidence in children

What We Do

We create a safe, inclusive, and inspiring digital environment where children from all backgrounds can:

– Learn academic subjects and life skills

– Participate in games, challenges, and brain-boosting activities

– Compete in a friendly and motivating environment

– Gain recognition for their effort and talents

– Connect with mentors and tutors dedicated to student growth

1. Information We Collect

  1. Personal Information

We collect data that users or their parents/guardians voluntarily provide:

– Full name

– Date of birth, age

– Email address, phone number

– School name and class/grade

– Parent or guardian contact (if under 18)

– Login credentials (username/password, if registered)

  1. Competition and Learning Data

– Academic progress, course access logs

– Rubik’s Cube solve times, chess performance

– Scores, rankings, certificates, and participation logs

– Feedback or student-submitted content (images, videos, answers)

  1. Payment Information

– We collect minimal payment data via trusted third-party processors

– RSN does not store any payment details directly

  1. Device and Usage Information

– IP address, browser type, operating system

– Device ID, geographic location (city/country)

– Session times, pages visited, referring URLs

  1. Cookies and Trackers

– Save login sessions

– Remember user preferences

– Improve navigation and learning experience

2. How We Use the Information

We use the information to:

– Register and authenticate users

– Provide personalized tuition and activity experiences

– Track student progress and game performance

– Conduct competitions and maintain leaderboards

– Publish Star Student stories (with minimal identifiers or consent)

– Improve our content and services

– Ensure security, moderation, and legal compliance

– Communicate updates about classes, competitions, and achievements

3. Legal Grounds for Processing

We process data under the following bases:

– Consent: When you sign up or submit content voluntarily

– Contractual Necessity: For delivering services or conducting competitions

– Legitimate Interest: To improve learning outcomes and platform integrity

– Legal Obligation: When required to disclose to courts or regulatory bodies

4. Data Sharing and Disclosure

We do not sell or rent your data.

We may share your data:

– With event organizers, mentors, judges

– With service providers under confidentiality

– With payment processors

– For legal obligations

– In leaderboards or star student announcements, only limited info like first name and school will be used unless extra consent is given

5. Use of Third-Party Services

RSN may use tools like Google Forms, YouTube, Zoom, and LMS platforms.

We are not responsible for their privacy practices; users must refer to their respective policies.

Interactions with third-party websites via links are at the user’s discretion

6. Parental Consent and Supervision

Children under 18 must have verified parental/guardian consent to use the platform or enter competitions.

RSN encourages open parent-child communication about internet use.

Parents can:

– Request access to or correction of their child’s data

– Request deletion of their child’s profile or performance history

– Contact us anytime at info@risingstarsnation.com

7. Data Security and Breach Notification

We implement:

– Secure HTTPS encryption

– Password protection and role-based admin access

– Data backups and incident monitoring

If a data breach occurs, we will notify affected users as required by law

8. Data Retention

Data is retained while the user account is active.

If an account is deleted or inactive, we retain data for up to 1 year for audit, competition, or legal needs.

Public recognitions like Star Student highlights may stay longer unless removal is requested

9. Your Rights

You have the right to:

– Access your stored information

– Correct or update details

– Delete your account

– Withdraw previously given consent

– Object to certain uses or request data portability

To exercise your rights, please email us at help@risingstarsnation.com

10. Newsletters and Communications

RSN may email you with:

– Session reminders

– Competition alerts

– Result announcements

– Encouraging stories and updates

You may unsubscribe anytime using the link provided in the email or by contacting us

11. Changes to this Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy periodically.

When we make material changes, we’ll notify users via email or a prominent website banner

12. Contact Us

If you have questions, suggestions, or want to make a privacy-related request, contact:

Email: info@risingstarsnation.com

Website: www.risingstarsnation.com