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Privacy Policy

Future English Academy · Effective Date: April 21, 2026

1. Who We Are

Future English Academy ("FEA," "we," "our," or "us") is an online English learning platform operated in Bangladesh. We offer programs including Speaking Hero, IELTS Hero, and English Hero.

Contact: admin@futureenglishacademy.com

2. What Data We Collect

We collect the following categories of information:

Account Data

Name, email address, and profile photo collected when you sign in via Google OAuth.

Registration Data

WhatsApp number (verified via SMS), location, gender, occupation, education level, English proficiency, goals, and referral source — collected when you register for a program.

Payment Data

Transaction reference IDs and payment method. We do not store card numbers or full bank account details.

Usage and Activity Data

Class attendance, challenge submissions (including audio recordings and text), quiz answers, and points. This is used to deliver and improve the learning experience.

Technical Data

Browser type, device type, IP address, and page visit data collected automatically via Google Analytics and PostHog for analytics and security purposes.

3. How We Use Your Data

We use your data to:

  • Create and manage your account.
  • Process and verify program registrations and payments.
  • Deliver course content, class materials, and feedback.
  • Send program-related communications (receipts, class updates, important notices).
  • Improve our products, services, and AI features.
  • Comply with legal obligations.

We do not sell your personal data to third parties.

4. Third-Party Services We Use

FEA uses the following third-party services which may process your data:

ServicePurposeData Shared
Google (Firebase, Auth)Authentication, database, hostingAccount data, activity data
Google AnalyticsUsage analyticsAnonymised usage data
PostHogProduct analyticsAnonymised event data
Meta (Facebook Pixel)Advertising performanceConversion events, email hash
Microsoft AzureSpeech/pronunciation assessmentAudio recordings
OpenAIAI feedback on submissionsSubmission text/audio

5. Cookies and Tracking

Our website uses cookies and similar tracking technologies for essential site functionality and analytics. These include:

  • Essential cookies: Required for sign-in sessions and security (e.g., Firebase authentication tokens).
  • Analytics cookies: Google Analytics and PostHog use cookies to understand how users navigate the site. These are anonymised where possible.
  • Marketing cookies: Meta Pixel may set cookies to measure ad performance after you interact with our ads on Facebook/Instagram.

You can control or disable non-essential cookies via your browser settings at any time, though this may affect some site functionality.

6. Data Retention

We retain your personal data for as long as your account is active or as needed to provide Services. If you request account deletion, we will remove your data within 30 days, except where we are legally required to retain it (e.g., financial records).

7. Your Rights

Depending on your location, you may have the right to:

  • Access the personal data we hold about you.
  • Request correction of inaccurate data.
  • Request deletion of your data ("right to be forgotten").
  • Object to or restrict certain processing of your data.
  • Data portability (receive your data in a structured format).

EU/UK residents: these rights are granted under GDPR/UK GDPR and we will honor them. To exercise any right, email admin@futureenglishacademy.com.

8. Data Security

We use industry-standard security measures including encrypted connections (HTTPS), Firebase security rules, and role-based access controls. No system is 100% secure; we will notify affected users in the event of a data breach as required by law.

9. International Transfers

FEA operates primarily in Bangladesh. By using the Services, you acknowledge that your data may be processed in countries where our service providers operate (including the US and EU), which may have different data protection laws. We ensure appropriate safeguards are in place for such transfers.

10. Children's Privacy

We do not knowingly collect personal data from children without parental consent. If a minor uses our Services, a parent or guardian must supervise use and consent to data collection on their behalf. Contact us if you believe we have collected data from a minor without consent.

11. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Changes will be posted here with an updated effective date. Continued use of the Services after changes means you accept the updated Policy.

12. Contact Us

For privacy-related questions, data requests, or concerns: admin@futureenglishacademy.com

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