Privacy Policy
Effective Date: July 2025
Applies globally in compliance with international privacy laws
Your privacy is important to us. This policy outlines how we collect, use, and protect your data when you use WRO Learn.
1. Who We Are
This platform is operated by:
World Robot Olympiad Association Ltd.
Singapore
Email: support@wro-learn.org
We act as the data controller for all data collected through this platform.
2. Data We Collect
Depending on your usage, we may collect:
- Email address, role, country, and optional age
- Learning progress, course completion, and quiz performance (via xAPI)
- IP address, device, and browser metadata (for analytics)
No sensitive personal data is collected. Student data is pseudonymized whenever possible.
3. Purpose of Processing
We use your data to:
- Enable access to learning content and progress tracking
- Issue digital certificates
- Improve platform quality through usage analytics
- Ensure technical stability and security
We do not sell your data or use it for advertising purposes.
Note: WRO Learn does not currently use any external tracking services. All learning content (including videos) is embedded within SCORM packages and delivered locally through the platform, making it particularly privacy-friendly.
4. Legal Basis for Processing
Depending on your location, we rely on one or more of the following legal bases:
- Consent (e.g., accepting cookies or creating an account)
- Performance of a contract (e.g., issuing a certificate)
- Legitimate interest (e.g., ensuring educational effectiveness)
- Compliance with legal obligations (where applicable)
5. International Compliance
We aim to comply with relevant privacy regulations, including:
- EU GDPR (Germany, Hungary)
- US COPPA and FERPA (USA)
- Philippines Data Privacy Act
- Pakistani Personal Data Protection Bill (2021 Draft)
- Bangladesh Digital Security Act
- Mexico’s Federal Law on the Protection of Personal Data
- Chile’s Personal Data Protection Bill (Ley 19.628)
6. Data Transfers
Our servers are hosted in secure global locations. For users in the EU or other jurisdictions with data transfer restrictions, we apply Standard Contractual Clauses and equivalent safeguards.
7. Data Retention
We retain personal data only as long as necessary. You may request data deletion at any time by emailing support@wro-learn.org.
8. Your Rights
Depending on your location, you may have the right to:
- Access and correct your data
- Request deletion
- Object to or restrict processing
- Withdraw consent at any time
- File a complaint with your local data protection authority
For any such requests, contact us at support@wro-learn.org. We will respond within a reasonable timeframe.
9. Cookies and Tracking
We use essential cookies for session management and optional analytics cookies (with consent). No third-party ad tracking is used.
10. Updates
This policy may be updated occasionally to reflect new legal or technical requirements. We will notify users of significant changes.