Privacy Policy

Last updated: June 2026

GBC ("we", "us", "our") operates gbc-drc.com and the GBC web app. This policy explains what personal data we collect, why, and your rights over it. We are committed to protecting the privacy of every member of our community, especially young people.

1. Information we collect

Account details — your name, email address and/or phone number when you sign up.
Profile information — anything you choose to add, such as a photo, location, language and bio.
Usage data — lessons completed, AI tutor conversations, credits earned and spent, and basic device/browser information.
Communications — messages you send through the platform and any support requests.

2. How we use your information

To create and manage your account and deliver the service.
To provide AI tutoring, lessons, mentorship and messaging features.
To operate the credits and referral systems.
To improve the platform and keep it secure.
To contact you about your account or important updates.

3. Legal basis

Where the UK GDPR and EU GDPR apply, we process your data on the basis of your consent, the performance of our contract with you, and our legitimate interest in operating and improving the service.

4. Sharing your data

We do not sell your personal data. We share it only with trusted service providers who help us run the platform (for example, hosting, email delivery and AI processing), and only as needed to provide the service. These providers are bound by confidentiality obligations.

5. AI tutor

Messages you send to the AI tutor are processed by a third-party AI provider to generate responses. Do not share sensitive personal information in tutor conversations.

6. Data retention

We keep your data for as long as your account is active. You can ask us to delete your account and associated data at any time.

7. Your rights

You have the right to access, correct, export or delete your personal data, and to withdraw consent. To exercise any of these rights, email support@gbc-drc.com.

8. Children

GBC is designed for young people. If you are under the age required by your local law to consent to data processing, please use the platform with the involvement of a parent or guardian.

9. Changes to this policy

We may update this policy from time to time. We will post the updated version on this page with a new date.

10. Contact

Questions about this policy or your data? Email support@gbc-drc.com.

This policy is provided as a general template and should be reviewed by a qualified lawyer before relying on it for compliance.