Electronic Communications Code Disclosure
This applies to users in the EEA and the UK using GradeStudents.com.
Purpose of This Disclosure
This notice explains how we deliver important service messages under the European Electronic Communications Code (EECC), the UK PECR, and GDPR regulations.
What We Send
- Account- and system-related notices
- Submission confirmations and grading activity updates
- Downtime or legal notices
- Optional educational updates (with opt-in)
Legal Grounds
We rely on the following legal bases:
- Contractual necessity for account and grading notifications
- Legitimate interest for system reliability and uptime
- Consent for newsletters or product updates
Consent & Control
Users in the EEA and the UK must provide clear consent for non-essential communications. You may withdraw your consent or object at any time via your account settings or by closing your account.
Right to Object
You have the right to object to non-essential communications under the GDPR and UK GDPR. We will honor your objection unless we have compelling legal grounds to continue.
Retention of Logs
We retain communication logs for up to 12 months to meet compliance obligations. These logs are not used for profiling or advertising purposes.
Delivery Channels
- Secure in-platform notifications
- Email (only if enabled by you)
- Dashboard alerts for system status
Contact Us
To ask questions or exercise your rights, please use:
Contact Support
Our Promise
We respect your digital rights and will only contact you when necessary — no spam, no hidden tracking.