Privacy Policy for LessonNotes.ng

Effective Date: Friday, 10th October 2025

Last Updated: Friday, 10th October 2025

1. Introduction

Welcome to LessonNotes.ng (“we,” “our,” or “us”). We are committed to protecting your privacy and ensuring transparency about how we collect, use, and safeguard your personal information. This Privacy Policy explains our practices regarding data collection and usage when you visit our website at lessonnotes.ng (the “Website”).

By accessing or using our Website, you agree to the terms of this Privacy Policy. If you do not agree with our practices, please do not use our Website.

2. Information We Collect

2.1 Information You Provide to Us

We may collect personal information that you voluntarily provide when you:

• Subscribe to our newsletter (email address)
• Contact us through forms or email (name, email address, message content)
• Participate in surveys or feedback forms (responses and contact information)

2.2 Information Collected Automatically

When you visit our Website, we automatically collect certain information through cookies, analytics tools, and other tracking technologies:

• Usage Data: Pages viewed, time spent on pages, click patterns, referring/exit pages
• Device Information: Browser type, operating system, device type, IP address
• Location Data: Approximate geographic location based on IP address (Lagos, Nigeria, or your actual location)
• Cookies and Similar Technologies: See Section 5 below

2.3 Third-Party Services

We use the following third-party services that may collect information:

• Google Analytics: To analyse website traffic and user behaviour
• Google Search Console: To monitor and maintain our search presence
• CRM Tools: To manage customer relationships and communications
• Advertising Networks: To display relevant advertisements on our Website

3. How We Use Your Information

We use the collected information for the following purposes:

3.1 To Provide and Improve Our Services

• Display lesson notes organised by class, term, subject, and topic
• Enable navigation, search functionality, and filtering options
• Optimise website performance and user experience
• Develop new features and content

3.2 To Communicate With You

• Send newsletters and educational updates (with your consent)
• Respond to your enquiries and support requests
• Notify you about changes to our services or policies

3.3 For Analytics and Research

• Analyse user behaviour and preferences
• Understand how visitors interact with our Website
• Generate statistical reports and insights
• Improve content relevance and organisation

3.4 For Advertising and Marketing

• Display targeted advertisements based on your interests
• Serve third-party advertisements on our Website
• Measure advertising effectiveness
• Promote our services and partner offerings (SyllabusNG downloads)

3.5 For Legal and Security Purposes

• Comply with legal obligations and regulatory requirements
• Protect against fraud, abuse, and security threats
• Enforce our Terms of Service
• Resolve disputes and address violations

4. How We Share Your Information

We do not sell your personal information to third parties. We may share your information in the following circumstances:

4.1 With Service Providers

We work with trusted third-party service providers who assist us in operating our Website and delivering our services:

• Analytics Providers: Google Analytics
• Hosting Providers: Website hosting services
• CRM Platforms: Customer relationship management tools
• Email Service Providers: Newsletter and communication services
• Advertising Partners: Third-party advertising networks and platforms

These providers are contractually obligated to use your information only for the purposes we specify and to protect your data.

4.2 With Business Partners

We may share information with SyllabusNG and other educational partners when you click on download CTAs (Call-to-Action buttons) to access premium lesson note downloads. When you click these links, you will be subject to the privacy policies of those third-party websites.

4.3 With Advertising Partners

We work with third-party advertising networks that may collect information about your browsing activities to display relevant advertisements. These partners may use cookies and similar technologies to track your interests across different websites.

4.4 For Legal Reasons

We may disclose your information if required by law or in response to:

• Legal processes, court orders, or government requests
• Protection of our rights, property, or safety
• Investigation of potential violations of our Terms of Service
• Prevention of fraud or security threats

4.5 Business Transfers

If LessonNotes.ng is involved in a merger, acquisition, or sale of assets, your information may be transferred as part of that transaction. We will notify you of any such change in ownership or control.

5. Cookies and Tracking Technologies

5.1 What Are Cookies?

Cookies are small text files stored on your device when you visit our Website. They help us recognise your browser and capture certain information.

5.2 Types of Cookies We Use

• Essential Cookies: Necessary for website functionality (e.g., remembering your filter selections for class, term, and subject)
• Analytics Cookies: Help us understand how visitors use our Website (Google Analytics)
• Advertising Cookies: Enable personalised advertisements based on your interests and serve third-party advertisements
• Preference Cookies: Remember your settings and preferences

5.3 Third-Party Advertising Cookies

We work with advertising partners who may place cookies on your device to:

• Display relevant advertisements on our Website
• Measure the effectiveness of advertising campaigns
• Track your browsing behaviour across different websites
• Build profiles of your interests for targeted advertising

Our advertising partners include various advertising networks and platforms that comply with industry standards for online advertising.

5.4 Managing Cookies

You can control cookies through your browser settings:

• Block All Cookies: Most browsers allow you to refuse all cookies
• Delete Cookies: You can delete existing cookies from your device
• Third-Party Cookies: You can opt out of third-party advertising cookies

Note: Disabling cookies may affect your ability to use certain features of our Website, and you may see less relevant advertisements.

For more information about Google Analytics and how to opt out, visit: https://tools.google.com/dlpage/gaoptout

To opt out of interest-based advertising, you can visit:

• Digital Advertising Alliance: http://optout.aboutads.info
• Network Advertising Initiative: http://optout.networkadvertising.org

6. Third-Party Links and Advertising

6.1 External Links

Our Website contains links to third-party websites, including:

• SyllabusNG (https://syllabus.ng) for downloading premium lesson notes
• Social media platforms for sharing lesson notes
• Other educational resources

We are not responsible for the privacy practices of these third-party websites. We encourage you to review their privacy policies before providing any personal information.

When you click on a download CTA button, you will be redirected to SyllabusNG or other partner sites, which operate under their own privacy policies.

6.2 Third-Party Advertisements

We display advertisements from third-party advertising networks on our Website. These advertisers may:

• Collect information about your visits to our Website and other websites
• Use cookies and similar technologies to track your browsing behaviour
• Display personalised advertisements based on your interests
• Serve advertisements on behalf of various brands and businesses

We do not control the content of these advertisements or the practices of third-party advertisers. Advertisers are responsible for ensuring their advertisements comply with applicable laws and regulations.

7. Data Security

We implement appropriate technical and organisational measures to protect your personal information against:

• Unauthorised access or disclosure
• Accidental loss or destruction
• Alteration or misuse

Our security measures include:

• Secure server infrastructure
• Encryption of data in transit (SSL/HTTPS)
• Regular security assessments
• Access controls and authentication
• Data backup procedures

However, no method of transmission over the Internet is 100% secure. Whilst we strive to protect your information, we cannot guarantee absolute security.

8. Data Retention

We retain your personal information only for as long as necessary to fulfil the purposes outlined in this Privacy Policy, unless a longer retention period is required by law.

• Newsletter Subscriptions: Retained until you unsubscribe
• Analytics Data: Typically retained for 26 months (Google Analytics default)
• Contact Enquiries: Retained as needed to respond to your request and for record-keeping purposes
• Legal Records: Retained as required by applicable laws

You can request deletion of your personal information at any time (see Section 10).

9. Your Rights and Choices

Depending on your location, you may have the following rights regarding your personal information:

9.1 Access and Portability

• Request a copy of the personal information we hold about you
• Receive your data in a structured, commonly used format

9.2 Correction and Update

• Correct inaccurate or incomplete personal information
• Update your newsletter subscription preferences

9.3 Deletion

• Request deletion of your personal information (subject to legal obligations)
• Unsubscribe from our mailing list

9.4 Objection and Restriction

• Object to processing of your personal information for certain purposes
• Restrict how we process your data in certain circumstances
• Opt out of personalised advertising

9.5 Withdraw Consent

• Unsubscribe from marketing emails using the link provided in our communications
• Withdraw consent for data processing where consent is the legal basis

9.6 Lodge a Complaint

• File a complaint with the Nigeria Data Protection Commission (NDPC) or your local data protection authority

To exercise any of these rights, please contact us at info@syllabus.ng.

10. Children’s Privacy

LessonNotes.ng is designed for use by students, teachers, and parents. We recognise that minors (individuals under 18 years of age) may access our Website.

10.1 Parental Consent

• We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13 without parental consent
• Parents or guardians should supervise their children’s use of our Website
• If you are under 18, please obtain parental permission before providing any personal information

10.2 Educational Use

Our lesson notes are provided for educational purposes. We do not require registration or personal information to view lesson notes on our Website.

10.3 Reporting

If you believe we have inadvertently collected personal information from a child under 13 without proper consent, please contact us immediately at info@syllabus.ng, and we will take steps to delete such information.

11. International Data Transfers

LessonNotes.ng is based in Nigeria and primarily serves users in Nigeria. However, our Website may be accessed from other countries.

If you access our Website from outside Nigeria, your information may be transferred to, stored, and processed in Nigeria or other countries where our service providers operate. By using our Website, you consent to such transfers.

We take steps to ensure that your data receives adequate protection in accordance with applicable data protection laws.

12. Nigeria Data Protection Regulation (NDPR) Compliance

We comply with the Nigeria Data Protection Regulation (NDPR) 2019 and the Nigeria Data Protection Act 2023. Our data protection practices align with the requirements of these regulations, including:

• Lawful Processing: We process personal data lawfully, fairly, and transparently
• Purpose Limitation: We collect data for specified, explicit, and legitimate purposes
• Data Minimisation: We collect only the data necessary for our purposes
• Accuracy: We keep personal data accurate and up-to-date
• Storage Limitation: We retain data only as long as necessary
• Security: We implement appropriate security measures
• Accountability: We maintain records of our data processing activities

13. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect:

• Changes in our practices or services
• Legal or regulatory requirements
• Technological developments

When we make significant changes, we will:

• Update the “Last Updated” date at the top of this Privacy Policy
• Notify you through a prominent notice on our Website
• Send an email notification (if you have subscribed to our communications)

We encourage you to review this Privacy Policy periodically to stay informed about how we protect your information.

14. Contact Us

If you have any questions, concerns, or requests regarding this Privacy Policy or our data practices, please contact us:

LessonNotes.ng

• Email: info@syllabus.ng
• Phone: +234 707 054 6767
• Website: https://lessonnotes.ng

For data protection enquiries or to exercise your rights, please email us at info@syllabus.ng.

15. Consent

By using LessonNotes.ng, you acknowledge that you have read and understood this Privacy Policy and consent to the collection, use, and sharing of your information as described herein.

For newsletter subscriptions and marketing communications, we will obtain your explicit consent before sending such communications. You can withdraw your consent at any time.