Privacy Policy
Last updated: February 14, 2026
Table of Contents
1. Overview
Anna's Path ("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 college planning platform and related services.
By using Anna's Path, you agree to the collection and use of information in accordance with this policy. If you do not agree with our policies and practices, please do not use our services.
2. Information We Collect
Account Information
- Name and email address
- Parent/guardian information (for family accounts)
- Account credentials
Student Profile Data
- Academic information (GPA, test scores, courses, grades)
- Extracurricular activities and achievements
- College preferences (location, size, majors of interest)
- Financial information relevant to aid planning
Usage Data
- How you interact with our platform
- Colleges you research and save
- Features you use
- Device and browser information
3. How We Use Your Information
We use the information we collect to:
- Provide personalized recommendations: Match students with colleges that fit their academic profile, interests, and financial situation
- Power AI coaching: Deliver strategic guidance tailored to each student's unique circumstances and timeline
- Track progress: Help families monitor application deadlines, tasks, and milestones
- Improve our services: Analyze usage patterns to enhance the platform experience
- Communicate with you: Send important updates, reminders, and (with your permission) helpful tips
4. How We Protect Your Information
We implement industry-standard security measures to protect your data:
- Encryption: All data is encrypted in transit (TLS) and at rest
- Access controls: Strict internal access controls limit who can view your data
- Secure infrastructure: We use trusted cloud providers with SOC 2 compliance
- Regular audits: We conduct security reviews and vulnerability assessments
We will never sell your personal information. Your data is used solely to provide and improve our services to you.
5. Your Rights
You have the following rights regarding your personal information:
- Access: Request a copy of all personal data we hold about you
- Correction: Update or correct any inaccurate information
- Deletion: Request that we delete your account and associated data
- Export: Download your data in a portable format
- Opt-out: Unsubscribe from marketing communications at any time
To exercise any of these rights, please contact us at the address below.
6. Children's Privacy (COPPA & FERPA)
We understand that many of our users are high school students, including those under 18.
- Parental consent: For users under 13, we require verifiable parental consent before collecting personal information, in compliance with COPPA
- Family accounts: We encourage parents to be involved in their student's college planning journey
- Educational records: Any educational records you voluntarily share are treated with the same care as FERPA-protected information
- Minimal collection: We only collect information necessary to provide our services
7. Data Sharing
We may share your information only in the following limited circumstances:
- Service providers: Trusted third parties who help us operate our platform (e.g., hosting, analytics) under strict confidentiality agreements
- Legal requirements: When required by law, subpoena, or to protect our rights
- With your consent: When you explicitly authorize us to share specific information
We do not sell, rent, or trade your personal information to third parties for marketing purposes.
9. Changes to This Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify you of any material changes by posting the new policy on this page and updating the "Last updated" date. We encourage you to review this policy periodically.
10. Contact Us
If you have questions about this Privacy Policy or our data practices, please contact us at:
Anna's Path
Email: privacy@annaspath.com
Bellevue, WA