Privacy Policy

1. Information We Collect

1.1 Data That Stays on Your Device

All your grading data, including student information, grades, rubrics, and feedback, is stored locally on your device. This includes:

• Student names and identification numbers
• Assignment submissions and grades
• Rubrics and grading criteria
• Comments and feedback
• Reports and analytics

1.2 Limited Information We May Collect

We may collect minimal, non-personal information for legitimate business purposes:

• License Information: License keys and activation status
• Support Communications: When you contact us for help
• Crash Reports: Anonymous error reports (opt-in only)
• Update Checks: Version checking for software updates

2. How We Use Information

2.1 Your Local Data

We never access, view, or use your local grading data. This data is:

• Stored entirely on your device
• Encrypted with your chosen password
• Never transmitted to our servers
• Never shared with third parties

2.2 Business Information

Limited information we collect is used only to:

• Provide customer support
• Deliver software updates
• Process license activations
• Improve software reliability

3. FERPA Compliance

Markers Helper is designed to comply with the Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA):

• No Third-Party Access: Student data never leaves your control
• Educator Control: You maintain complete control over all student information
• No Data Mining: We cannot and do not analyze student performance data
• Audit Trail: Complete logs of data access and modifications
• Secure Storage: All data encrypted and password protected

4. Data Security

4.1 Local Data Protection

• AES-256 Encryption: Military-grade encryption for all sensitive data
• Password Protection: Your master password secures all data
• Local Backups: Automatic backups stored on your device only
• No Cloud Storage: Zero risk of data breaches from cloud services

4.2 Communication Security

• HTTPS: All web communications encrypted in transit
• Certificate Pinning: Protection against man-in-the-middle attacks
• Minimal Data: Only essential information transmitted for updates

5. Your Rights and Controls

5.1 Data Ownership

You own all your data completely:

• Export your data at any time in multiple formats
• Delete all data permanently from your device
• Control who has access to your device and data
• Choose your own backup and storage solutions

5.2 Communication Preferences

• Opt out of crash reporting
• Disable automatic update checks
• Control all communication with our servers

6. Third Parties

Markers Helper does not share your data with third parties because we don't have access to it. We use minimal third-party services only for:

• Payment Processing: Secure payment providers for license purchases
• Software Distribution: App stores and download platforms
• Customer Support: Support ticket systems (only for your communications)

These services never receive your grading data or student information.

7. International Users

Since all data stays on your device, international data transfer regulations (like GDPR) are simplified:

• Your data never crosses borders electronically
• No data residency concerns
• Full compliance with local privacy laws
• No need for data processing agreements

8. Changes to This Policy

We may update this privacy policy to reflect changes in our practices or legal requirements. We will:

• Notify users of significant changes through the software
• Post updated policies on our website
• Maintain our commitment to local-only data storage
• Never reduce privacy protections without explicit consent

9. Contact Information

For privacy-related questions or concerns: