Privacy

Classroom Tools for Teachers

Last updated: November 2025

Overview

At Hi Friends! Software, we believe technology should feel like a good conversation — friendly, private, and built on trust.

Classroom Tools for Teachers helps educators stay organized, equitable, and focused on students while keeping all student information private and secure.

No Data Collection

Hi Friends! Software does not collect, share, or sell any personal data or student information.
We do not use analytics, tracking tools, or third-party data services.
All information remains entirely under the user’s control.

Data Ownership and Control

  • All data created or entered in the app is stored locally on the teacher’s device or within their institution-managed iCloud account.

  • Hi Friends! Software cannot view, transmit, or access this data.

  • Teachers can delete all app data at any time.

Security and Encryption

  • Encryption: Attachments and files are protected using Apple CryptoKit 256-bit encryption.

  • Biometric Protection: Face ID or Touch ID prevents unauthorized access.

  • Local-Only Design: The app never sends data to external servers.

FERPA & COPPA Compliance

Classroom Tools for Teachers is designed to support compliance with both the Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA) and the Children’s Online Privacy Protection Act (COPPA).

  • Student information remains under the teacher’s or institution’s control at all times.

  • Hi Friends! Software does not collect, process, or store any personal information from children.

  • The app is safe for use in educational settings where students are under 13 years of age.

Your Rights

Because we never collect or store personal data, there is no information for Hi Friends! Software to access, modify, or delete.
All data management occurs directly on the user’s device or within their iCloud account.

Contact

Hi Friends! Software
📧 privacy@hifriends.app
🌐 www.hifriends.app

Summary

  • No data collected or transmitted

  • FERPA- and COPPA-compliant by design

  • All data encrypted and controlled by the user

Classroom Tools for Teachers — built for educators, designed for privacy.

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About Hi Friends! Software

We create simple, thoughtful tools that help people do their best work.
Our apps are built around creativity and care — for the classroom, the studio, and the practice — and designed so your data always stays yours.