HowManyMarks

Privacy Policy

Effective Date: January 2026

At HowManyMarks.com, we value your privacy and are committed to protecting your personal information. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, store, and safeguard your data when you use our website and services, including when you create a profile, use personalized AI study plans, or join study groups.

1. Information We Collect

  • Account Information: When you register or sign in, we may collect your name, email address, institution, and other relevant details you provide for your profile.
  • Usage Data: We collect information about how you interact with the site, such as pages visited, features used, and actions taken (for example, generating study plans).
  • AI Study Plans: When you use the AI-powered study plan feature, we process academic and assessment information that you enter. This data may be stored with your account for your future access.
  • Study Groups: If you join or create a study group, we may collect group names, messages, and participation information.
  • Device and Technical Data: We may collect information about your browser, device type, operating system, IP address, and cookies to help improve our service.
  • Optional Information: You may choose to provide additional details in your profile or study plans.
  • Payment Information: When you purchase tokens for AI-powered features, we collect payment information through our secure payment processor. We do not store your full payment card details on our servers.

2. How We Use Your Information

  • To provide, personalize, and improve your experience on HowManyMarks.com, including generating AI study plans and tracking your academic progress.
  • To process token purchases and maintain your token balance for AI-powered features.
  • To allow you to join and participate in study groups.
  • To communicate with you about updates, features, and support.
  • To protect the security and integrity of our site.
  • For analytics, research, and development to make our platform better for students.
  • To show relevant advertising and measure its effectiveness.
  • To comply with legal obligations.

3. How We Share Your Information

  • Service Providers: We may share information with trusted service providers (such as cloud storage, analytics, AI processing, payment processors, or authentication providers) who help us run the website. These providers are contractually required to protect your information.
  • Study Groups: If you join a study group, your display name and any messages or shared resources will be visible to other members of the group.
  • Legal Requirements: We may share information if required to comply with law, regulation, or legal process.
  • Advertising Partners: We may share aggregated, non-personal information with advertising partners. We do not sell your personal data.
  • Business Transfers: If HowManyMarks.com is involved in a merger, acquisition, or asset sale, your information may be transferred. You will be notified before your information becomes subject to a different privacy policy.

4. Cookies and Tracking

We use cookies and similar technologies to provide essential features, remember your preferences, analyze traffic, and display relevant advertisements. You can control cookies through your browser settings, but disabling cookies may affect your experience on the site.

5. Data Security

We use reasonable physical, technical, and organizational measures to safeguard your data. However, no internet transmission is 100% secure. Please use strong passwords and protect your account information.

6. Your Choices and Rights

  • You may access, update, or delete your account information at any time by logging into your profile.
  • You may request deletion of your account and associated data by contacting us. We will process such requests in a reasonable time.
  • You can control cookies through your browser settings.
  • You can opt out of marketing or notification emails by following the unsubscribe link in those communications.

7. Children's Privacy

HowManyMarks is intended for students aged 16 and older. Creating an account, purchasing tokens, and using personalized features requires you to be at least 16 years of age. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 16. If you are a parent or guardian and believe your child has provided us with personal data, please contact us and we will promptly remove it. The basic marks calculator can be used without an account and does not collect personal information.

8. International Users

Your information may be stored and processed in countries outside of your own. By using the site, you consent to the transfer of your data as described in this policy.

9. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Any changes will be posted on this page with an updated effective date. We encourage you to review this policy regularly.

10. Contact Us

If you have any questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy or your personal information, please email us at hmm@wemakesites.co.za.