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Privacy Policy & Terms of Use
Mobile Montessori is child friendly.
Our apps are designed with young children in mind, restricting access to any in-app purchases or outside links. None of our apps contain advertising from other vendors and our apps do not collect, use or share personal information for the purpose of advertising. Feel free to contact us with your questions.
Privacy Policy
Mobile Montessori Privacy Policy
Effective Date: April 11, 2025
1. Introduction
This Privacy Policy (“Policy”) applies to the Mobile Montessori mobile applications ("Apps") and the Mobile Montessori website (mobilemontessori.org) (collectively, the "Services"), operated by Rantek Inc. ("Rantek", "Mobile Montessori", "we", "us", "our").
We are committed to protecting the privacy of all our users, especially children. This Policy explains what information we collect (if any), how we use it, and the steps we take to ensure privacy and security.
Personally Identifying Information (PII): Information that can be used to identify an individual, such as name, email address, or persistent identifiers like device IDs when used for certain purposes (e.g., targeted advertising). Under the Children's Online Privacy Protection Act (COPPA), certain persistent identifiers are considered PII when collected from children.
Anonymous Information: Data that does not permit identification of an individual user, including aggregated or de-identified data about service usage.
2. Mobile Applications (Apps) - Our Commitment to Children's Privacy (COPPA Compliant)
Our Mobile Montessori Apps are designed specifically for young children with privacy as a core principle.
No Data Collection: Our Apps DO NOT collect any Personally Identifying Information (PII) from users. This includes, but is not limited to:
Names, email addresses, physical addresses, phone numbers
Photos, videos, or audio files containing the child's image or voice
Geolocation data (we do not access GPS)
Persistent identifiers (like Device ID, IDFA, Advertising ID) used for tracking or targeted advertising.
No User Accounts: Users are not required to create accounts to use our Apps.
No Third-Party Sharing: We DO NOT share any data from our Apps with third parties. Because we collect no PII within the Apps, there is no PII to share.
No Third-Party SDKs for Tracking/Advertising: Our Apps DO NOT include third-party Software Development Kits (SDKs) for purposes of behavioral tracking or targeted advertising. Specifically, the Facebook SDK is NOT used in any of our Mobile Montessori Apps.
No Third-Party Advertising: Our Apps DO NOT contain any third-party advertisements.
Child-Friendly Design: Our Apps are designed to be child-safe. They restrict access to external links, social media platforms, and in-app purchases that are not gated behind a parent/teacher-lock mechanism where applicable.
3. Website (mobilemontessori.org) Information Collection
Our website serves as an informational resource for parents, educators, and potential customers. Unlike our Apps, our website uses standard web technologies for operation, analytics, and marketing.
Information You Provide: We may collect PII (like name and email address) only when you voluntarily provide it, for instance, by contacting us via email or a contact form. This information is used solely to respond to your inquiries.
Anonymous Information & Analytics: We use tools like Google Analytics to collect Anonymous Information about website visitors. This helps us understand how our website is used and improve it. This data may include:
Browser type, operating system
IP address (often used to derive coarse geographical location, like country or city)
Pages visited, time spent on site, referring websites
This data is aggregated and does not identify individual users personally.
Cookies and Tracking Technologies (Website Only): Our website may use cookies or similar technologies (like tracking pixels, potentially including those from platforms like Facebook) for:
Website Functionality: Ensuring the site works correctly.
Analytics: As described above.
Marketing (Website Visitors Only): To understand the effectiveness of our marketing campaigns aimed at adults (parents/educators) and potentially to show relevant ads about Mobile Montessori products to visitors of our website on other platforms (retargeting). This tracking applies ONLY to visitors of the mobilemontessori.org website and is NOT used within our Mobile Apps, nor is it used to track children's activity. The use of such technologies on our website is governed by the respective privacy policies of the third-party providers (e.g., Google, Facebook).
4. Data Usage Summary
App Data: We collect NO data via the Apps.
Website Data: Anonymous data is used for website analytics and improvement. PII provided voluntarily (e.g., contact email) is used for communication. Website tracking technologies are used for standard website operation and marketing analysis directed at adults. Data collected via the website is NOT linked to individual users of the Mobile Montessori Apps.
5. Data Retention
Mobile Applications: As we collect NO PII or user-specific data through our Apps, there is NO data to retain associated with App usage.
Website Data:
PII submitted voluntarily (e.g., contact emails) is retained only as long as necessary to address the inquiry or maintain communication as requested.
Anonymous website analytics data may be retained for longer periods for trend analysis but is not personally identifiable.
Data Related to Educational Institutions: In the event we enter into agreements with educational institutions that might involve handling student information (though our current Apps do not collect such data), we commit to the following: Any student data provided to us by the institution or collected at the direction of the institution (which is not the case with our current Apps) will be retained only for the period necessary to fulfill the educational purpose outlined in the agreement. Upon termination of the agreement or when the data is no longer needed for its specified educational purpose (e.g., student graduation, end of subscription), such data will be securely deleted or anonymized within a defined timeframe (e.g., 90 days), as specified in the agreement with the institution, or upon request from the institution.
6. Data Security
Rantek Inc. employs reasonable administrative, technical, and physical security measures designed to safeguard any information we handle against loss, theft, misuse, unauthorized access, disclosure, alteration, and destruction. While no system is perfectly secure, we strive to use industry-standard practices to protect information. This includes measures relevant to website operations and any PII collected via the website (e.g., contact forms).
7. Data Breach Incident Response
In the unlikely event of a data breach involving unsecured Personally Identifying Information under our control (primarily concerning data collected via our website, as our Apps collect none), we will take prompt steps to mitigate the impact, investigate the breach, and comply with all applicable legal and regulatory requirements for notification. If the breach affects data provided by or related to an educational institution partner, we will notify the affected institution(s) promptly, in accordance with our agreements and applicable laws, providing relevant information about the nature of the breach, the data involved, and the remedial actions taken.
8. Children's Privacy (COPPA) and Educational Use
We are committed to complying with COPPA. Our Apps do not collect PII from children under 13. Our website is not directed at children under 13.
Note to Parents/Guardians: We rely on parents and guardians to supervise their children's use of our Apps. Please ensure you understand our data practices outlined here.
Note to Educators: If using Mobile Montessori Apps in an educational setting, you represent that you have the authority to consent to our data practices on behalf of your students, or that you have obtained necessary parental consent as required by COPPA and potentially the Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA). As our Apps collect no PII, the primary compliance consideration is ensuring the Apps align with your school's technology use policies. Our practices as described herein are designed to meet requirements for services used in educational settings where no PII is collected from students via the service itself.
9. Third-Party Links and Services (Website)
Our website may contain links to other websites or services not operated by Rantek Inc. We are not responsible for the privacy practices of these third parties. We encourage you to review the privacy policies of any third-party site you visit.
10. Legal Jurisdiction
Our Services are operated from the United States. This Policy is governed by the laws of the State of Michigan and applicable U.S. federal law (including COPPA). Users accessing the Services from other jurisdictions do so at their own risk and are responsible for compliance with local laws.
11. Changes to This Privacy Policy
We reserve the right to amend this Privacy Policy at any time. We will post the revised Policy on our website (mobilemontessori.org) with an updated effective date. Your continued use of our Apps or website after changes are posted constitutes your acceptance of the revised Policy.
12. Contact Us
If you have any questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy or our practices, please contact us at: mobilemontessoriapps@gmail.com
Terms of Service
Mobile Montessori Terms of Service
Effective Date: April 11, 2025
PLEASE READ THESE TERMS OF SERVICE CAREFULLY. BY DOWNLOADING, ACCESSING, OR USING OUR MOBILE APPLICATIONS OR WEBSITE, YOU AGREE TO BE BOUND BY THESE TERMS.
1. Introduction and Scope
These Terms of Service ("Terms" or "TOS") govern your access to and use of the Mobile Montessori website located at www.mobilemontessori.org (the "Site") and all mobile software applications published by Rantek Inc. under the Mobile Montessori brand (collectively, the "Applications" or "Apps"). The Site, the Apps, and any content, features, or services offered through them are collectively referred to as the "Services". These Services are provided by Rantek Inc. ("Rantek", "Mobile Montessori", "we", "us", "our").
Your use of the Services is also governed by our Privacy Policy, which is incorporated herein by reference and explains how we handle user information. Please review the Privacy Policy at https://www.mobilemontessori.org/privacy
By accessing or using the Services, you signify your full and unreserved acceptance of these Terms and the Privacy Policy. If you do not agree to these Terms, do not access or use the Services.
2. Definitions
Applications (or Apps): All Rantek Inc. smartphone and tablet applications published under the Mobile Montessori brand, accessible on Mobile Operating Systems like Android and Apple iOS.
Content: Educational games, activities, features, text, graphics, images, and other materials accessible within the Applications or on the Site.
In-App Purchase (IAP): A purchase made from within an Application via the relevant Store to unlock features or Content.
Mobile Operating System: Operating systems like Apple iOS or Google Android used on Terminals.
Privacy Policy: Our separate policy detailing how we collect, use, and protect information, available on our Site.
Services: Collectively, the Site, the Applications, and all related Content and features.
Site: The website www.mobilemontessori.org published by Rantek Inc.
Store: Third-party digital distribution platforms (e.g., Apple App Store, Google Play Store, Amazon Appstore) where Users can download Apps and make purchases.
Store Account: The individual user account required with a Store operator (Apple, Google, Amazon) to download apps and make payments.
Subscription: A recurring payment made via a Store for ongoing access to specific premium Content or features within one or more Applications for a defined period.
Terminal: A compatible device (e.g., smartphone, tablet, computer) used by a User to access the Services.
User (or "you"): Any individual person navigating the Site or using an Application. If the User is a minor, "User" includes the parent or legal guardian supervising the minor's use.
3. Service Description and Access
Educational Focus: Our Applications provide interactive educational Content inspired by Montessori principles, designed primarily for children.
App Access: To use an Application, you must download it from a Store onto a compatible Terminal. Some Apps may be free to download, some may require an upfront payment, and some may offer optional In-App Purchases or Subscriptions to access additional Content or features. Details are provided on the relevant Store page.
User Accounts (Important Clarification): Our Applications are designed for use without requiring users (especially children) to create personal accounts within the Apps themselves. Consistent with our Privacy Policy, our Apps do not collect Personally Identifying Information (PII) from children for tracking or account purposes within the App environment. Any account functionality potentially offered on our Site (www.mobilemontessori.org) is intended for adult users (parents/educators) for purposes like managing purchases or communication and is separate from the child's direct use of the Apps. Such website accounts, if implemented, do not track individual children's progress or collect PII through the Apps.
User Supervision: Parents and legal guardians are responsible for supervising minors' use of the Services.
Availability: We strive to keep the Services accessible but do not guarantee uninterrupted access. Maintenance, technical issues, or other factors may cause temporary interruptions. We reserve the right to modify or discontinue any part of the Services at any time.
4. Purchases and Payments (Terms of Sale)
Payments via Stores: All payments for paid Apps, In-App Purchases, or Subscriptions are processed securely through the relevant Store (Apple App Store, Google Play Store, etc.) using the payment methods linked to your Store Account.
Store Terms: By making a purchase, you agree to the terms and conditions of the respective Store and its payment provider. Rantek Inc. is not a party to your agreement with the Store operator. Any billing issues, refunds, or management of payment methods must be handled directly with the Store operator according to their policies.
Apple App Store Terms: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/us/terms.html (or relevant regional link)
Google Play Store Terms: https://play.google.com/intl/en_us/about/play-terms/ (or relevant regional link)
Pricing: Prices for Apps, IAPs, and Subscriptions are displayed in the Stores and are subject to change at any time by Rantek Inc. The price applicable to your order is the price displayed at the time you confirm the purchase in the Store. Prices are typically shown in the currency associated with your Store Account.
Payment Models:
Paid Applications: Require a one-time payment via the Store to download and access the core Content.
Free Applications with Optional Purchases: May be downloaded for free, offering basic Content, with options to unlock additional Content or features through IAPs or Subscriptions purchased via the Store.
Subscriptions: Offer access to premium Content or features within one or more specific Apps for a recurring fee (e.g., monthly, yearly). Subscriptions are purchased via the Store.
Subscription Terms:
Billing: Your Store Account will be charged for the Subscription fee at the beginning of the subscription period (which may follow a free trial, if offered).
Automatic Renewal: Subscriptions typically renew automatically for the same duration unless you cancel them or turn off auto-renewal through your Store Account settings at least 24 hours before the current subscription period ends. You will be charged for the renewal within 24 hours prior to the end of the current period.
Free Trials: If a free trial is offered, your Subscription will automatically convert to a paid Subscription and your Store Account will be charged at the end of the trial period, unless you cancel at least 24 hours before the trial ends.
Cancellation & Management: You must manage your Subscriptions (including cancellation, changes, and disabling auto-renewal) directly through your Store Account settings. Rantek Inc. cannot manage subscriptions initiated through the Stores on your behalf. Instructions can typically be found here:
5. User Responsibilities
Lawful Use: You agree to use the Services only for lawful purposes and in compliance with all applicable laws and regulations.
Prohibited Conduct: You agree not to transmit any content or engage in any activity that is unlawful, harmful, threatening, abusive, defamatory, obscene, infringing, hateful, or otherwise objectionable. You will not attempt to interfere with the proper functioning of the Services.
Device Security: You are responsible for maintaining the security of your Terminal and Store Account credentials.
Supervision: As stated above, parents and guardians are responsible for supervising minors' use of the Services and ensuring such use complies with these Terms.
6. Intellectual Property
Ownership: All rights, title, and interest in and to the Services, including the Site, Applications, Content, software, code, designs, graphics, and trademarks, are the exclusive property of Rantek Inc. or its licensors. These Terms do not grant you any ownership rights.
Limited License: We grant you a limited, non-exclusive, non-transferable, revocable license to download, install, and use the Applications on compatible Terminals you own or control, and to access the Site, solely for your personal, non-commercial educational purposes, subject to these Terms.
Restrictions: You may not copy, modify, distribute, sell, lease, reverse engineer, decompile, or attempt to extract the source code of the Services or any part thereof, without our prior written permission.
7. Disclaimers and Limitation of Liability
"AS IS" Basis: THE SERVICES ARE PROVIDED "AS IS" AND "AS AVAILABLE" WITHOUT WARRANTIES OF ANY KIND, EITHER EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, INCLUDING, BUT NOT LIMITED TO, IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY, FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE, TITLE, AND NON-INFRINGEMENT.
No Guarantee: RANTEK INC. DOES NOT WARRANT THAT THE SERVICES WILL BE UNINTERRUPTED, ERROR-FREE, SECURE, OR FREE OF VIRUSES OR OTHER HARMFUL COMPONENTS, OR THAT ANY DEFECTS WILL BE CORRECTED. YOU USE THE SERVICES AT YOUR OWN RISK.
Content Accuracy: While we strive for accuracy, we do not warrant the accuracy, completeness, or reliability of any Content available through the Services. Educational content is provided for informational purposes only.
Limitation of Liability: TO THE FULLEST EXTENT PERMITTED BY APPLICABLE LAW, RANTEK INC., ITS AFFILIATES, OFFICERS, EMPLOYEES, AGENTS, AND LICENSORS WILL NOT BE LIABLE FOR ANY INDIRECT, INCIDENTAL, SPECIAL, CONSEQUENTIAL, PUNITIVE, OR EXEMPLARY DAMAGES, INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO, DAMAGES FOR LOSS OF PROFITS, GOODWILL, USE, DATA, OR OTHER INTANGIBLE LOSSES, ARISING OUT OF OR RELATING TO YOUR ACCESS TO OR USE OF, OR INABILITY TO ACCESS OR USE, THE SERVICES, EVEN IF RANTEK INC. HAS BEEN ADVISED OF THE POSSIBILITY OF SUCH DAMAGES.
Maximum Liability: IN NO EVENT SHALL RANTEK INC.'S TOTAL AGGREGATE LIABILITY TO YOU FOR ALL DAMAGES, LOSSES, AND CAUSES OF ACTION ARISING OUT OF OR RELATING TO THESE TERMS OR YOUR USE OF THE SERVICES EXCEED THE AMOUNT YOU HAVE PAID RANTEK INC. (IF ANY) FOR ACCESSING THE SERVICES DURING THE TWELVE (12) MONTHS IMMEDIATELY PRECEDING THE DATE THE CLAIM AROSE, OR ONE HUNDRED U.S. DOLLARS ($100.00), WHICHEVER IS GREATER.
Store Responsibility: Rantek Inc. is not responsible for the operation of the Stores or the processing of payments by Store operators. Any issues related to the Stores themselves should be directed to the respective Store operator.
8. Indemnification
You agree to defend, indemnify, and hold harmless Rantek Inc., its affiliates, licensors, and service providers, and its and their respective officers, directors, employees, contractors, agents, licensors, suppliers, successors, and assigns from and against any claims, liabilities, damages, judgments, awards, losses, costs, expenses, or fees (including reasonable attorneys' fees) arising out of or relating to your violation of these Terms or your use of the Services.
9. Modifications to Terms and Services
We reserve the right to modify these Terms at any time in our sole discretion. If we make changes, we will post the revised Terms on the Site and update the "Effective Date" above. We may also provide notice through the Applications or by other means. Your continued use of the Services after the revised Terms become effective indicates your acceptance of the changes. If you do not agree to the revised Terms, you must stop using the Services. We also reserve the right to modify or discontinue the Services (or any part thereof) at any time.
10. Termination
We may terminate or suspend your access to all or part of the Services at any time, with or without notice, for any reason, including, without limitation, if we believe you have violated these Terms. Upon termination, your right to use the Services will immediately cease. All provisions of these Terms which by their nature should survive termination shall survive, including ownership provisions, warranty disclaimers, indemnity, and limitations of liability. You may stop using the Services at any time. Subscription cancellations are handled as described in Section 4.
11. Governing Law and Dispute Resolution
Governing Law: These Terms shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of the State of Michigan and applicable federal laws of the United States of America, without regard to its conflict of law principles.
Dispute Resolution: We encourage you to contact us first if you have a dispute. Please send your complaint to [email address removed]. We will attempt to resolve the dispute amicably. If an amicable resolution cannot be reached, you agree that any legal suit, action, or proceeding arising out of or related to these Terms or the Services shall be instituted exclusively in the federal courts of the United States or the courts of the State of Michigan, located in the appropriate county. You waive any and all objections to the exercise of jurisdiction over you by such courts and to venue in such courts.
12. General Provisions
Entire Agreement: These Terms, together with our Privacy Policy, constitute the entire agreement between you and Rantek Inc. regarding your use of the Services and supersede all prior agreements or understandings.
Assignment: You may not assign or transfer these Terms without our prior written consent. We may assign or transfer these Terms, in whole or in part, without restriction.
Severability: If any provision of these Terms is held to be invalid or unenforceable, that provision will be enforced to the maximum extent permissible, and the remaining provisions will remain in full force and effect.
Waiver: Our failure to enforce any right or provision of these Terms will not be considered a waiver of those rights.
Contact Information: If you have any questions about these Terms, please contact us at: mobilemontessoriapps@gmail.com