Privacy Policy

Last updated: February 2026

This Policy applies as between you, the User of this Website and Checkmark Tutorials the owner and provider of this Website. This Policy applies to our use of any and all Data collected by us in relation to your use of the Website and any Services or Systems therein.

1. Definitions and Interpretation

In this Policy the following terms shall have the following meanings:

“Account”
means collectively the personal information, Payment Information and credentials used by Users to access Material and / or any communications System on the Website;
“Content”
means any text, graphics, images, audio, video, software, data compilations and any other form of information capable of being stored in a computer that appears on or forms part of this Website;
“Cookie”
means a small text file placed on your computer by Checkmark Tutorials when you visit certain parts of this Website. This allows us to identify recurring visitors and to analyse their browsing habits within the Website;
“Data”
means collectively all information that you submit to the Website. This includes, but is not limited to, Account details and information submitted using any of our Services or Systems;
“Checkmark Tutorials”
means Checkmark Tutorials, a company located at 6343 Mclynn, Montreal/Quebec, H3X 2R5, Canada;
“Service”
means collectively any online facilities, tools, services or information that Checkmark Tutorials makes available through the Website either now or in the future;
“System”
means any online communications infrastructure that Checkmark Tutorials makes available through the Website either now or in the future. This includes, but is not limited to, web-based email, message boards, live chat facilities and email links;
“User” / “Users”
means any third party that accesses the Website and is not employed by Checkmark Tutorials and acting in the course of their employment; and
“Website”
means the website that you are currently using (www.checkmarktutorials.com) and any sub-domains of this site unless expressly excluded by their own terms and conditions.

2. Data Collected

Without limitation, any of the following Data may be collected:

  1. 2.1 Name;
  2. 2.2 Contact information such as email addresses and telephone numbers;
  3. 2.3 University affiliation and university email address;
  4. 2.4 Course enrolment, progress, and completion data;
  5. 2.5 Quiz and exam results, learning analytics, and practice activity;
  6. 2.6 Community board posts and interactions;
  7. 2.7 AI assistant interaction logs (questions submitted and responses received);
  8. 2.8 Checkmark Rewards balance and activity;
  9. 2.9 Payment and transaction history. Note: full credit and debit card numbers are processed by Our payment processor and are not stored on Our servers;
  10. 2.10 Device identifiers and browser fingerprints collected via device verification technology (see Clause 10 below);
  11. 2.11 IP address (automatically collected);
  12. 2.12 Web browser type and version (automatically collected);
  13. 2.13 Operating system (automatically collected);
  14. 2.14 A list of URLs starting with a referring site, your activity on this Website, and the site you exit to (automatically collected); and
  15. 2.15 Cookie information (see Clause 10 below).

3. Our Use of Data

3.1Any personal Data you submit will be retained by Checkmark Tutorials for as long as you use the Services and Systems provided on the Website. Data that you may submit through any communications System that we may provide may be retained for a longer period of up to one year.

3.2If you delete your Account or request deletion of your Data, We will delete or anonymise your personal Data within 30 calendar days, except where We are required by law to retain certain records (such as payment transaction records for tax and accounting purposes). Anonymised or aggregated data that can no longer identify you may be retained indefinitely for analytics and service improvement.

3.3Unless we are obliged or permitted by law to do so, and subject to Clause 4, your Data will not be disclosed to third parties. This includes our affiliates and / or other companies within our group.

3.4All personal Data is stored securely in accordance with applicable data protection principles. For more details on security, see Clause 9 below.

3.5Any or all of the above Data may be required by us from time to time in order to provide you with the best possible service and experience when using our Website. Specifically, Data may be used by us for the following reasons:

  1. 3.5.1 Internal record keeping;
  2. 3.5.2 Improvement of our products / services;
  3. 3.5.3 Transmission by email of promotional materials that may be of interest to you;
  4. 3.5.4 Contact for market research purposes which may be done using email, telephone, fax or mail. Such information may be used to customise or update the Website;
  5. 3.5.5 Providing AI-assisted educational features, including processing your questions and interactions through artificial intelligence systems (see Clause 11 below); and
  6. 3.5.6 Device verification and account security enforcement (see Clause 10 below).

3.6Mobile opt-in data will not be shared with third parties.

4. Third Party Websites and Services

Checkmark Tutorials may, from time to time, employ the services of other parties for dealing with matters that may include, but are not limited to, payment handling, delivery of purchased items, search engine facilities, advertising and marketing. The providers of such services do not have access to certain personal Data provided by Users of this Website. Any Data used by such parties is used only to the extent required by them to perform the services that Checkmark Tutorials requests. Any use for other purposes is strictly prohibited. Furthermore, any Data that is processed by third parties must be processed within the terms of this Policy and in accordance with applicable data protection legislation.

5. Changes of Business Ownership and Control

5.1Checkmark Tutorials may, from time to time, expand or reduce its business and this may involve the sale of certain divisions or the transfer of control of certain divisions to other parties. Data provided by Users will, where it is relevant to any division so transferred, be transferred along with that division and the new owner or newly controlling party will, under the terms of this Policy, be permitted to use the Data for the purposes for which it was supplied by you.

5.2In the event that any Data submitted by Users will be transferred in such a manner, you will be contacted in advance and informed of the changes. When contacted you will be given the choice to have your Data deleted or withheld from the new owner or controller.

6. Controlling Access to Your Data

6.1Wherever you are required to submit Data, you will be given options to restrict our use of that Data. This may include the following:

  1. 6.1.1 Use of Data for direct marketing purposes; and
  2. 6.1.2 Sharing Data with third parties.

7. Your Right to Withhold Information

7.1You may access certain areas of the Website without providing any Data at all. However, to use all Services and Systems available on the Website you may be required to submit Account information or other Data.

7.2You may restrict your internet browser's use of Cookies. For more information see Clause 10 below.

8. Accessing, Amending, and Deleting Your Data

8.1You may access your Account at any time to view or amend the Data. You may need to modify or update your Data if your circumstances change. Additional Data as to your marketing preferences may also be stored and you may change this at any time.

8.2You have the right to request a copy of the personal Data We hold about you. To make such a request, please contact Us at hello@checkmarktutorials.com. We will respond to your request within 30 calendar days.

8.3You have the right to request the deletion of your personal Data. Upon receiving a verified deletion request, We will delete or anonymise your Data in accordance with Clause 3.2. Please note that deletion of certain Data may result in the termination of your Account and loss of access to the Services.

8.4You have the right to request that your personal Data no longer be disseminated or that any hyperlink attached to your name giving access to your Data be de-indexed, where the dissemination of such Data contravenes the law or a court order.

9. Security

9.1Data security is of great importance to Checkmark Tutorials and to protect your Data we have put in place suitable physical, electronic and managerial procedures to safeguard and secure Data collected online.

9.2All data transmitted between your browser and Our servers is encrypted using Transport Layer Security (TLS). Personal Data is stored in encrypted databases with strict access controls limiting access to authorised personnel only.

9.3Payment information, including credit and debit card numbers, is processed by Our PCI DSS-compliant payment processor. Full card numbers are never stored on Our servers.

10. Cookies and Tracking Technologies

10.1Checkmark Tutorials may set and access Cookies on your computer. A Cookie is a small text file stored on your device that helps Us recognise you on return visits, maintain your session, and remember your preferences.

10.2We use the following types of Cookies:

  1. 10.2.1 Strictly necessary Cookies: Required for the operation of the Website, including authentication session Cookies and device verification Cookies;
  2. 10.2.2 Functional Cookies: Used to remember your preferences and settings, such as your active role and display options; and
  3. 10.2.3 Analytical Cookies: Used to understand how Users interact with the Website so that We can improve the user experience.

10.3In addition to Cookies, We use browser fingerprinting technology to generate a unique device identifier for the purpose of verifying your identity and enforcing Our account security policies, including the prohibition on account sharing as set out in Our Terms & Conditions. Device fingerprints are stored in association with your Account.

10.4You may configure your internet browser to refuse Cookies; however, doing so may prevent you from using certain features of the Website. Browser fingerprinting does not rely on Cookies and cannot be disabled through browser Cookie settings.

11. Artificial Intelligence

11.1Certain features of the Website use artificial intelligence (AI) technology provided by third-party services to deliver educational assistance, generate practice questions, and support learning. When you interact with AI-powered features, the content of your queries and relevant contextual information may be transmitted to and processed by these third-party AI services.

11.2We do not use your personal Data to train AI models. Data sent to AI services is used solely to generate responses to your queries and is subject to the data processing terms of the applicable AI service provider.

11.3AI interaction logs (your questions and the responses provided) may be retained by Us for quality assurance, service improvement, and to provide you with your interaction history. You may request deletion of your AI interaction history by contacting Us at hello@checkmarktutorials.com.

12. Children's Privacy

Our Services are intended for university-level students and are not directed at children under the age of 16. We do not knowingly collect personal Data from children under 16. If We become aware that We have inadvertently collected personal Data from a child under 16, We will take steps to delete such Data as soon as reasonably practicable. If you believe that a child under 16 has provided Us with personal Data, please contact Us at hello@checkmarktutorials.com.

13. Cross-Border Data Transfers

Your personal Data may be transferred to and processed on servers located outside of Canada, including in the United States, where certain of Our third-party service providers operate. When your Data is transferred outside of Quebec or Canada, We ensure that equivalent protections are in place through contractual obligations with Our service providers requiring them to safeguard your Data in accordance with applicable Canadian privacy legislation. By using the Website, you consent to the transfer of your Data outside of Canada for the purposes described in this Policy.

14. Privacy Officer

Checkmark Tutorials has designated a Privacy Officer responsible for overseeing compliance with this Policy and applicable privacy legislation. If you have questions, concerns, or complaints about Our handling of your personal Data, or if you wish to exercise any of your rights described in this Policy, you may contact Our Privacy Officer at hello@checkmarktutorials.com. We will acknowledge your enquiry within 10 business days and provide a substantive response within 30 calendar days.

15. Data Breach Notification

In the event of a security breach involving your personal Data that presents a risk of serious harm, We will notify the affected Users and the relevant regulatory authorities as required by applicable law, including Quebec's Act Respecting the Protection of Personal Information in the Private Sector. Notification will be provided as promptly as circumstances allow and will include a description of the breach, the types of Data affected, and the measures We are taking in response.

16. Changes to this Policy

Checkmark Tutorials reserves the right to change this Privacy Policy as we may deem necessary from time to time or as may be required by law. Any changes will be immediately posted on the Website and you are deemed to have accepted the terms of the Policy on your first use of the Website following the alterations.

17. Contacting Us

If there are any questions regarding this privacy policy you may contact us at hello@checkmarktutorials.com.

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