Privacy Policy

QuizStud Privacy Policy

At QuizStud (operated by Smartaining Solutions B.V.), we respect your privacy and are committed to protecting your personal data. This Privacy Policy explains what personal information we collect, why we need it, how we protect it, and what rights you have regarding your data.

1. Who We Are

QuizStud is a service provided by:
  • Company Name: Smartaining Solutions B.V.
  • Address: Oosterscheldestraat 5, 4388 TZ Oost-Souburg, The Netherlands
  • Contact Email: This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.

 

2. Personal Data We Process

We process personal data when you use our website, create an account, or interact with our services.

A. Information You Provide Directly

  • Account & Profile Data: First and last name, email address, and profile picture.
  • Payment Information: Transaction details required to process subscriptions or purchases.

 

B. Sign-In via Third-Party Accounts (Google or Facebook)

When you choose to create an account or sign in using your Google or Facebook account, we receive only the following basic profile information:
  • First and last name
  • Email address
  • Profile picture
Note: We do not request or receive access to any other data from your Google or Facebook accounts, such as your contacts, files, emails, or Google Drive.

C. Automatically Collected Technical Data

When you visit or interact with our website, we automatically collect:
  • IP address
  • Internet browser type and version
  • Device type
  • Activity data on our website (such as page visits and preferences)

 

D. Children’s Privacy (Under 16 Years)

Our website and services are not intended to collect data from visitors younger than 16 years old without parental or guardian consent. Because we cannot verify a visitor's age, we encourage parents to monitor their children's online activities. If you believe we have inadvertently collected personal data from a minor without parental consent, please contact us at This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it., and we will promptly delete the information.
 

3. Why We Need Your Data & How We Use It

QuizStud uses your personal data strictly for the following purposes:

  • Account Management & Authentication: To create your account, sign you in, and display your name and profile picture on your profile and in quizzes you play.
  • Payment Processing: To handle orders, process payments, and send transaction receipts.
  • Service Communications: To send essential administrative emails regarding your account (e.g., welcome emails, security alerts, or payment confirmations).
  • Optional Newsletters: To send promotional newsletters only if you explicitly opted in. You can unsubscribe at any time using the link in the email.
  • AI Quiz Generator: When you use our AI quiz generator feature, only the topic and text prompt you enter are processed by Google's Gemini service to create quiz questions. We never send your name, email address, or account details to AI services.
  • Website Optimization & Security: To maintain proper website functionality, remember your settings, and secure our platforms.

 

4. Google User Data & Policy Compliance

QuizStud complies with third-party developer policies, including the Google API Services User Data Policy:

  • No Data Selling: We never sell your personal data or Google user data to anyone.
  • No Advertising: We do not use your personal data or Google user data for advertising purposes.
  • No AI Model Training: We do not use, transfer, or share your personal data or Google user data to train generalized artificial intelligence (AI) or machine learning (ML) models.
  • Revoking Access: You can review or revoke QuizStud’s access to your Google account at any time via myaccount.google.com/permissions.

 

5. Sharing Data with Third Parties

We share personal data exclusively with trusted third-party service providers necessary to operate QuizStud, or when legally required to do so. Our key service providers include:
  • Supabase: Database hosting (located within the European Union).
  • Vercel: Website hosting and infrastructure.
  • Brevo: Transactional and newsletter email delivery.
  • Mollie: Payment gateway services.
  • Google (Gemini Service): AI question generation (limited strictly to user-entered quiz topics/prompts).
All third-party providers are contractually obligated to process your data securely and solely for the purposes defined by QuizStud.
 

6. Cookies & Website Analytics

QuizStud uses technical, functional, and privacy-friendly analytical cookies:

  • Functional & Technical Cookies: Essential for the proper technical operation of our website, navigation, and remembering your preferences.
  • Analytical Cookies: Used to analyze and optimize website performance without infringing on your privacy.
Managing Cookies: You can disable or block cookies through your web browser settings, or delete previously stored browser data. Please note that disabling technical cookies may affect website performance.
 

7. Data Retention & Deletion

We keep your personal data only as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes for which it was collected:

  • Active Accounts: Data is retained for as long as your account remains active.
  • Automatic Cleanup: Accounts without quizzes, groups, or payment history that remain inactive for two (2) years are automatically deleted, along with their associated personal data.
  • User-Initiated Deletion: You can delete your account at any time in your profile settings, which permanently removes your personal data.
  • Legal Retention: Records of payment transactions are retained for seven (7) years to comply with Dutch tax law obligations.

 

8. Data Security

QuizStud takes data security seriously and implements technical and organizational measures to prevent misuse, loss, unauthorized access, unwanted disclosure, or unauthorized modification:

  • Encryption: All connections to QuizStud use secure HTTPS encryption. Passwords are stored using secure encryption algorithms.
  • Access Control: Access to back-end systems is restricted to authorized personnel, and administrator accounts require two-factor authentication (2FA).
If you suspect your data is not properly secured or notice evidence of abuse, please contact us immediately at This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it..
 

9. Your Rights (Access, Correction & Deletion)

You have the right to:
  • Access the personal data we hold about you.
  • Correct or update inaccurate data.
  • Request the complete deletion of your data.

How to Exercise Your Rights

  • Account Settings: You can review, edit, or delete most data directly within your account settings.
  • Email Request: For assistance or specific requests, email us at This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it..
Identity Verification: To verify your identity and protect your privacy when processing email requests, we may ask for a copy of your identity document (ID). Please ensure you black out your MRZ (Machine Readable Zone at the bottom of a passport), passport number, and national identification/tax number (BSN) before sending.

We will respond to all requests as quickly as possible, and within four (4) weeks at most.
 
 

10. Contact Us

If you have questions, feedback, or concerns regarding this Privacy Policy or your personal data, please contact us:

Smartaining Solutions B.V.
Oosterscheldestraat 5
4388 TZ Oost-Souburg
The Netherlands

Email: This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.