privacy policy

Last updated: January 2026

ClassEx (“we”, “us” or “our”) operates the website classex.co.uk and its associated subdomains including languages.classex.co.uk, tutors.classex.co.uk, media.classex.co.uk and services.classex.co.uk.

This Privacy Policy explains what information we collect, how we use it and how we protect it.

1. Information We Collect

Depending on how you use ClassEx we may collect:

From AI Tutor users:

  • Voice input converted to text (processed in your browser — we do not record your voice)
  • Conversation transcripts stored temporarily for quality improvement
  • Email address if you join our waiting list
  • Browser localStorage data (usage counter, donor status, conversation history) stored on your device only

From course students (languages.classex.co.uk):

  • Name and email address
  • Payment information (processed by PayPal or Flutterwave — we never store card details)
  • Course enrollment and progress data
  • Certificate completion records

From Ko-fi supporters:

  • Email address provided when you contact us for an access code
  • Ko-fi handles all donation payment data — we do not receive your payment details

From website visitors:

  • IP address and browser information (via standard server logs)
  • Pages visited and time spent (via Google Analytics if enabled)

2. How We Use Your Information

We use your information to:

  • Provide and improve our AI tutor service
  • Process course enrollments and payments
  • Issue course completion certificates
  • Send waiting list notifications
  • Send Ko-fi donor access codes
  • Respond to your support requests
  • Analyse how our platform is used to improve it

3. Payment Security

All payments on ClassEx are processed by PayPal or Flutterwave. We do not store your card details or banking information on our servers. Please refer to PayPal’s and Flutterwave’s own privacy policies for details on how they handle payment data.

4. Data Stored on Your Device

Our AI Tutor stores the following data in your browser’s localStorage:

  • Your daily conversation count
  • Your selected language and proficiency level
  • Your conversation history (last 6 exchanges)
  • Your donor status (if you have entered an access code)

This data never leaves your device and is not sent to our servers. You can clear it at any time by clearing your browser’s localStorage or clicking the Clear button in the AI tutor.

5. Sharing Your Information

We do not sell your personal information to third parties. We may share limited information with:

  • Payment processors (PayPal, Flutterwave) to process transactions
  • Course instructors (your name and enrollment status only)
  • Legal authorities if required by law

6. Cookies

Our website uses cookies to:

  • Keep you logged in to your account
  • Remember your preferences
  • Analyse site traffic

You can disable cookies in your browser settings but this may affect some site functionality.

7. Your Rights

You have the right to:

  • Access the personal data we hold about you
  • Request correction of inaccurate data
  • Request deletion of your account and data
  • Opt out of marketing emails at any time
  • Request a copy of your data in a portable format

To exercise any of these rights email us at admin@classex.co.uk.

8. Data Retention

We retain your account data for as long as your account is active. Waiting list emails are deleted after notification is sent. If you request account deletion we will remove your personal data within 30 days except where required by law to retain it.

9. Children’s Privacy

ClassEx is not directed at children under 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If you believe a child has provided us with personal information please contact us immediately at admin@classex.co.uk.

10. Third Party Links

Our website contains links to third party websites including Ko-fi, PayPal and Flutterwave. We are not responsible for the privacy practices of these websites. Please review their privacy policies before providing them with your information.

11. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify registered users of significant changes by email. The date at the top of this page shows when it was last updated.

12. Contact Us

For any privacy related questions: 📧 admin@classex.co.uk 🌐 classex.co.uk