Privacy Policy for LockedIn

Last Updated: December 2025

Introduction

LockedIn ("we," "our," or "us") is committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you use our mobile application and related services (collectively, the "Service").

By using LockedIn, you agree to the collection and use of information in accordance with this policy.

Information We Collect

Location Data

What: Precise location information when you are on or near school campus
When: Collected continuously when the app is active or running in the background during school hours
Purpose: To detect when you arrive at school and enable geofencing functionality for session management

Device Information

What: Device identifiers, device type, operating system version, app version
Purpose: To identify your device for push notifications, session tracking, and technical support

Usage Data

What: Session start and end times, app usage patterns, event logs (e.g., when you enable Guided Access)
Purpose: To track compliance with school policies and provide administrators with attendance and engagement data

Account Information

What: Email address, school affiliation, student identification (as provided by your school)
Purpose: To authenticate your account and associate your activity with your school's records

How We Use Your Information

We use the collected information for the following purposes:

Geofencing and Session Management
- Detect when you arrive at or leave school campus
- Automatically prompt you to start focused sessions
- Track session duration and compliance
School Administration
- Provide school administrators with real-time status information
- Generate reports on student attendance and engagement
- Support school compliance monitoring policies
App Functionality
- Send push notifications for important updates
- Maintain app security and prevent unauthorized access
- Provide technical support and troubleshoot issues
Service Improvement
- Analyze usage patterns to improve app features
- Fix bugs and optimize performance
- Develop new features based on user needs

Data Storage and Security

Storage

Your data is stored on secure, encrypted servers hosted by Render.com
Location data and session information are retained according to your school's data retention policies
We use industry-standard security measures to protect your data

Security Measures

Encrypted data transmission (HTTPS/TLS)
Secure authentication and authorization
Regular security audits and updates
Access controls limiting data access to authorized school administrators only

Data Sharing and Disclosure

School Administrators

Authorized school administrators can view:
- Your real-time status (on campus, session active, etc.)
- Historical session data and attendance records
- Device information for technical support purposes

Third-Party Services

Render.com: Hosting and infrastructure services
Apple Push Notification Service (APNs): For push notifications
We do not sell your personal information to third parties
We do not share your data with advertisers

Legal Requirements

We may disclose your information if required by law or in response to valid legal requests.

Your Rights and Choices

Access Your Data

You can view your own session history and status within the app
Contact your school administrator to request a copy of your data

Location Services

You can disable location services in your device settings
Note: Disabling location services will prevent the app from functioning properly

Data Deletion

You can request deletion of your data by contacting your school administrator
Upon account deletion, we will delete your personal information within 30 days, except where retention is required by law or school policy

Opt-Out

You can uninstall the app at any time
Contact your school administrator to request account deletion

Children’s Privacy

LockedIn is designed for use by students in educational settings. If you are under 18, your use of the app is subject to your school's policies and parental consent as required by your school district.

We comply with applicable laws regarding children's privacy, including:

Children's Online Privacy Protection Act (COPPA)
Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA)

Data Retention

Active data is retained while your account is active

Historical data may be retained according to your school's data retention policies
Deleted accounts have their data removed within 30 days, except where retention is required by law

If you have questions about this Privacy Policy or our data practices, please contact:

Email: hello@lockedinapp.co
Website: https://lockedinapp.co

For school administrators, please contact your LockedIn account representative.

School-Specific Policies

Your school may have additional privacy policies or data handling procedures. Please refer to your school's student handbook or technology use agreement for school-specific information.

Compliance

LockedIn complies with: