Privacy Policy

Last Updated: December 11, 2025

1. Introduction

QuizSparks ("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 AI-powered quiz platform ("Service"). Please read this policy carefully.

2. Information We Collect

2.1 Information You Provide

  • Account Information: Name, email address, password, and profile information
  • Payment Information: Billing details processed securely through Stripe (we do not store full credit card numbers)
  • Quiz Content: Questions, answers, results, and other content you create
  • Lead Data: Information collected through your quizzes (names, emails, responses) that you are responsible for managing
  • Communications: Messages, feedback, and support requests you send us

2.2 Information Collected Automatically

  • Usage Data: Pages visited, features used, time spent, quiz interactions
  • Device Information: IP address, browser type, operating system, device identifiers
  • Cookies and Tracking: We use cookies and similar technologies (see Section 8)
  • Analytics Data: Quiz performance metrics, completion rates, engagement statistics

2.3 Information from Third Parties

  • Authentication Providers: If you sign in via third-party services
  • Integration Partners: Data from connected services (Zapier, CRMs) with your authorization
  • Payment Processors: Transaction information from Stripe

3. How We Use Your Information

We use collected information for the following purposes:

  • Service Provision: To provide, maintain, and improve the Service
  • Account Management: To create and manage your account
  • AI Features: To generate quiz content using AI (OpenAI API)
  • Analytics: To analyze usage patterns and improve user experience
  • Communications: To send service updates, newsletters (with consent), and support responses
  • Payment Processing: To process subscriptions and transactions
  • Security: To detect fraud, abuse, and security threats
  • Legal Compliance: To comply with legal obligations and enforce our Terms
  • Marketing: To send promotional materials (with your consent, opt-out available)

4. AI and Data Processing

4.1 AI-Generated Content: We use OpenAI's API to generate quiz content. When you use AI features, your prompts and generated content may be processed by OpenAI in accordance with their privacy policy and data usage terms.

4.2 Data Retention: AI-generated content is stored in our database for service provision. We do not use your content to train AI models.

4.3 Third-Party AI Processing: By using AI features, you acknowledge that data may be processed by third-party AI providers subject to their privacy policies.

5. How We Share Your Information

We may share your information in the following circumstances:

  • Service Providers: With vendors who perform services on our behalf (hosting, analytics, payment processing, email delivery)
  • AI Providers: With OpenAI for AI content generation features
  • Integration Partners: With third-party services you connect (Zapier, CRMs) as authorized by you
  • Business Transfers: In connection with mergers, acquisitions, or asset sales
  • Legal Requirements: When required by law, court order, or to protect our rights
  • With Your Consent: When you explicitly authorize sharing

We do not sell your personal information to third parties.

6. Your Data Rights and Responsibilities

6.1 Your Rights

Depending on your location, you may have the following rights:

  • Access: Request a copy of your personal data
  • Correction: Request correction of inaccurate data
  • Deletion: Request deletion of your data (subject to legal obligations)
  • Portability: Request data in a portable format
  • Objection: Object to certain data processing activities
  • Restriction: Request restriction of processing
  • Withdraw Consent: Withdraw consent for marketing communications

To exercise these rights, contact us at privacy@quizsparks.com

6.2 Your Responsibilities as a Data Controller

When you collect personal information through quizzes (lead capture), you act as a data controller and are responsible for:

  • Providing appropriate privacy notices to quiz respondents
  • Obtaining necessary consents for data collection and processing
  • Complying with applicable data protection laws (GDPR, CCPA, etc.)
  • Handling data subject requests (access, deletion, etc.) from your quiz respondents
  • Securing and properly using collected data
  • Not collecting data from minors without parental consent

QuizSparks acts as a data processor for lead data you collect. You remain responsible for compliance with data protection laws.

7. Data Security

We implement reasonable technical and organizational measures to protect your information, including:

  • Encryption of data in transit (HTTPS/TLS)
  • Encryption of sensitive data at rest
  • Access controls and authentication
  • Regular security assessments
  • Secure payment processing via PCI-compliant providers

However, no system is completely secure. We cannot guarantee absolute security of your data. You are responsible for maintaining the confidentiality of your account credentials.

8. Cookies and Tracking Technologies

8.1 What We Use: We use cookies, web beacons, and similar technologies to:

  • Maintain your session and authentication
  • Remember your preferences
  • Analyze usage patterns and improve the Service
  • Deliver targeted content and advertisements

8.2 Types of Cookies:

  • Essential Cookies: Required for the Service to function
  • Analytics Cookies: Help us understand usage (Google Analytics)
  • Preference Cookies: Remember your settings

8.3 Your Choices: You can control cookies through your browser settings. Disabling cookies may limit Service functionality.

9. Data Retention

We retain your information for as long as necessary to provide the Service and fulfill the purposes described in this policy:

  • Account Data: Retained while your account is active and for a reasonable period after deletion
  • Quiz Content: Retained while your account is active or as required by law
  • Lead Data: Retained according to your instructions or until account deletion
  • Analytics Data: Aggregated data may be retained indefinitely
  • Legal Obligations: Some data may be retained longer to comply with legal requirements

10. International Data Transfers

Your information may be transferred to and processed in countries other than your country of residence. These countries may have different data protection laws. We ensure appropriate safeguards are in place for such transfers, including standard contractual clauses approved by relevant authorities.

11. Children's Privacy

The Service is not intended for children under 18. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children. If you believe we have collected information from a child, please contact us immediately, and we will delete it. If you collect information from minors through quizzes, you are responsible for obtaining parental consent and complying with applicable laws (COPPA, etc.).

12. Third-Party Links and Services

The Service may contain links to third-party websites or integrate with third-party services. We are not responsible for the privacy practices of these third parties. We encourage you to review their privacy policies.

13. California Privacy Rights (CCPA)

If you are a California resident, you have additional rights under the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA):

  • Right to know what personal information is collected, used, shared, or sold
  • Right to delete personal information
  • Right to opt-out of the sale of personal information (we do not sell personal information)
  • Right to non-discrimination for exercising your rights

To exercise these rights, contact us at privacy@quizsparks.com

14. European Privacy Rights (GDPR)

If you are in the European Economic Area (EEA), you have rights under the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR):

  • Right of access, rectification, erasure, and restriction
  • Right to data portability
  • Right to object to processing
  • Right to withdraw consent
  • Right to lodge a complaint with a supervisory authority

Legal Basis for Processing: We process your data based on:

  • Contract performance (providing the Service)
  • Legitimate interests (improving the Service, security)
  • Consent (marketing communications)
  • Legal obligations (compliance with laws)

Note: While we implement GDPR-compliant practices, QuizSparks is a U.S.-based service operated by a sole proprietor. For detailed GDPR compliance documentation, please contact us.

15. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify you of material changes by posting the new policy on this page and updating the "Last Updated" date. Your continued use of the Service after changes constitutes acceptance of the updated policy.

16. Contact Us

For questions, concerns, or to exercise your privacy rights, contact us at:

QuizSparks

Jordan Sinclair

11095 McKissick Road

Peyton, CO 80831

United States

Email: jordan.sinclair@du.edu

Privacy Inquiries: jordan.sinclair@du.edu

Important: If you collect personal information through quizzes, you are responsible for complying with applicable data protection laws and providing appropriate privacy notices to respondents.