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Skoul Terms of Use

Last Updated: October 5, 2026

Introduction

Welcome to Skoul! These Terms of Use ("Terms") govern your access to and use of the Skoul mobile application for iPhone, iPad and Android ("App"), an educational platform designed specifically for children aged 6-12. By downloading, installing, or using the App, you agree to be bound by these Terms.

IMPORTANT: Skoul is intended for children aged 6-12 years old. If your child is under the applicable age of digital consent (13 in the United States, 15 in France and Spain, or other thresholds in the EU), you as a parent or legal guardian must review and accept these Terms on behalf of your child.

The App is provided by:

HIGHTHEM
SIREN: 848274338
France

For questions or concerns, contact us at: privacy@skoul.fr

1. Acceptance of Terms

1.1 Agreement to Terms

By using Skoul, you agree to:

1.2 Parental Consent

If your child is:

You, as a parent or legal guardian, must provide consent and supervise your child's use of the App. By completing the onboarding process and checking the consent checkbox, you confirm that:

1.3 Age Restrictions

Skoul is designed exclusively for children aged 6-12 years old. Users outside this age range should not use the App. We reserve the right to verify ages and enforce these restrictions.

1.4 Changes to Terms

We may update these Terms from time to time. Material changes will be communicated through the App, or by email if you gave us one for the Sunday report. Continued use of the App after changes constitutes acceptance of the updated Terms.

2. Description of Service

2.1 Educational Services

Skoul is a homework coach for children aged 6-12, in English, French, Spanish and German. It provides:

Today's page: a short daily plan of maths, reading and writing.

Maths notebook:

Reading notebook:

Writing notebook:

Mistake box:

Homework help (Skoul+):

Parents area: reports, reminders, privacy settings and data export, protected by a grown-up check (Face ID, Touch ID, fingerprint, the device passcode or a Skoul parent PIN). With Skoul+: a Sunday report by email and a parent PIN.

2.2 Personalization Features

2.3 Exercise Generation and Homework Analysis

Maths drills, the mistake box and most reading and writing drills are generated entirely on your device. For AI practice and homework help, Skoul works as follows:

  1. Skoul API (Cloudflare):
    • Receives only non-nominative data: age, country, language, difficulty, subject and, for homework help, the photo of the exercise
    • Asks OpenAI to write the practice or read the photo, with Anthropic (Claude) and then Groq as backups (each is asked only if the previous one fails)
    • Does not keep the photo or the content of the request
    • Generated content is returned and stored on your device
  2. Android only - Google Gemini directly (Firebase AI Logic):
    • Used for maths word problems and AI word lists when the Skoul API cannot be reached
    • Same non-nominative data; never homework photos
    • Subject to Google's Gemini API Terms: https://ai.google.dev/gemini-api/terms
  3. Bundled content: if no AI is reachable, the App falls back to exercises included in the App.

Quotas: The free version includes 7 AI practices and 5 homework exercises in total (lifetime, shared across the App). Skoul+ removes these limits.

2.4 Skoul+ Subscription

Skoul+ is an optional auto-renewing subscription that unlocks:

Price: €4.99 per month or €29.99 per year. Local prices may vary and are shown in the App Store or Google Play before purchase. Prices may change; any change will be announced with notice through the store and will apply from the next renewal.

Free trial: The yearly plan includes a 7-day free trial for new subscribers; the monthly plan has no trial. The trial converts automatically into a paid subscription unless it is cancelled at least 24 hours before the end of the trial period.

Automatic renewal: The subscription renews automatically at the end of each period (monthly or yearly) unless auto-renewal is turned off at least 24 hours before the end of the current period. Payment is charged to your Apple ID or Google account at confirmation of purchase and at each renewal.

Managing or cancelling: You can manage or cancel the subscription at any time in your Apple ID subscriptions (iPhone and iPad) or in Google Play > Payments & subscriptions (Android). Cancelling stops the next renewal; access to Skoul+ continues until the end of the period already paid.

Who may purchase: Purchases must be made by a parent or legal guardian. The App asks for a grown-up check before the purchase screen, and the store may ask for additional confirmation. Skoul+ can be shared with your family where the store allows it.

Refunds: See Section 8.4.

2.5 Free Version and No Advertising

The core of Skoul is free: maths, reading and writing drills in English, French, Spanish and German, today's page and the mistake box. Skoul+ is optional. Skoul contains no advertising, ever, and does not integrate any advertising SDK.

3. User Responsibilities

3.1 Parental Supervision

Parents and guardians are responsible for:

3.2 Device and Account Security

You are responsible for:

3.3 Accurate Information

You must provide accurate and truthful information during onboarding:

Providing false information may result in inappropriate content delivery or compliance issues.

3.4 Prohibited Uses

You agree NOT to:

4. Privacy and Data Protection

4.1 Local-First Data Storage

Skoul prioritizes your privacy through local-first architecture:

4.2 Data We Collect

During onboarding, we collect:

During practice sessions, we collect locally:

4.3 Data We Send for AI Features

ONLY the following non-nominative data is transmitted for AI practice (to our API, or on Android to Google Gemini directly when our API cannot be reached):

For homework help, the photo of the exercise is also transmitted to our API and read by OpenAI, Anthropic or Groq. It is used only for the explanation, the check, the lesson or the quiz, and is not retained by us after the response. On-device drills send nothing at all.

Every request to our API also carries an app install identifier, the app version and your IP address, kept 30 days in server logs (see the Privacy Policy).

NEVER transmitted:

4.4 Data Encryption

4.5 Data Retention and Deletion

4.6 Your Rights (GDPR/COPPA)

You have the right to:

For full details, see our Privacy Policy.

5. Intellectual Property Rights

5.1 Ownership

All content, features, and functionality of Skoul are owned by HIGHTHEM and protected by international copyright, trademark, patent, trade secret, and other intellectual property laws.

This includes but is not limited to:

5.2 License to Use

Subject to your compliance with these Terms, HIGHTHEM grants you a limited, non-exclusive, non-transferable, revocable license to:

5.3 Restrictions

You may NOT:

5.4 User-Generated Content

Content created by users (e.g., custom word lists, avatars) remains on the user's device and is not transmitted to HIGHTHEM servers. You retain ownership of such content but grant HIGHTHEM a limited license to process it locally for App functionality.

5.5 Third-Party Content

The App may display content or links from third parties (e.g., App Store subscription screens). We do not claim ownership of third-party content and are not responsible for its accuracy or appropriateness.

6. Third-Party Services

6.1 AI Providers (OpenAI, Anthropic and Groq)

Skoul's API uses OpenAI, with Anthropic (Claude) and then Groq as backups, to read homework photos and write AI practice; each is asked only if the previous one fails. On Android, the App may also use Google Gemini directly (Firebase AI Logic) when our API cannot be reached:

6.2 Apple App Store and Google Play

Skoul+ subscriptions are sold and processed by Apple (App Store) or Google (Google Play):

6.3 Other Service Providers

6.4 No Other Third Parties

Skoul does NOT use:

6.5 Third-Party Liability

HIGHTHEM is not responsible for the practices, content, or actions of third-party services. Your use of third-party services is governed by their respective terms and privacy policies.

7. Disclaimers and Limitations of Liability

7.1 Educational Purpose

Skoul is designed to supplement, not replace, formal education. The App:

7.2 "AS IS" and "AS AVAILABLE" Basis

The App is provided "AS IS" and "AS AVAILABLE" without warranties of any kind, either express or implied, including but not limited to:

7.3 No Guarantee of Results

HIGHTHEM does not guarantee:

7.4 Limitation of Liability

To the maximum extent permitted by law, HIGHTHEM and its officers, directors, employees, and agents shall NOT be liable for:

7.5 Third-Party Services

HIGHTHEM is not liable for:

7.6 Device and Data Loss

HIGHTHEM is not responsible for:

7.7 User Actions

HIGHTHEM is not liable for:

7.8 Jurisdictional Variations

Some jurisdictions do not allow the exclusion of certain warranties or limitation of liability. In such jurisdictions, our liability shall be limited to the maximum extent permitted by law.

8. Termination

8.1 Termination by User

You may terminate your use of Skoul at any time by:

Uninstalling the App immediately and permanently deletes all local data. This action cannot be undone.

8.2 Termination by HIGHTHEM

We reserve the right to:

8.3 Effect of Termination

Upon termination:

8.4 Refunds

Skoul+ subscriptions are sold and billed by Apple or Google. Refunds are handled by the store under its terms: request one at https://reportaproblem.apple.com (Apple) or in Google Play (Google). HIGHTHEM cannot issue refunds directly. Cancelling a subscription does not refund the current period.

9. Compliance with Laws

9.1 COPPA Compliance (United States)

Skoul complies with the Children's Online Privacy Protection Act (COPPA):

9.2 GDPR Compliance (European Union)

Skoul complies with the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR):

9.3 International Data Transfers

For full details on international data transfers, see our Privacy Policy.

9.4 User Compliance

You agree to comply with all applicable local, national, and international laws and regulations when using the App.

10. Dispute Resolution

10.1 Governing Law

These Terms are governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of France, without regard to conflict of law principles.

10.2 Jurisdiction

You agree that any legal action or proceeding arising out of or relating to these Terms or the App shall be filed exclusively in the competent courts of France, and you consent to the jurisdiction of such courts.

10.3 Informal Resolution

Before filing a legal claim, you agree to contact us at privacy@skoul.fr to attempt to resolve the dispute informally. We will make good-faith efforts to resolve disputes amicably.

10.4 Arbitration (If Applicable)

If informal resolution fails, disputes may be subject to binding arbitration in accordance with French arbitration law, unless prohibited by applicable consumer protection laws.

10.5 Class Action Waiver

To the extent permitted by law, you agree to resolve disputes individually and waive the right to participate in class actions or collective proceedings.

10.6 Exceptions

Nothing in this section limits your rights under mandatory consumer protection laws in your jurisdiction.

11. Miscellaneous Provisions

11.1 Entire Agreement

These Terms, together with our Privacy Policy, constitute the entire agreement between you and HIGHTHEM regarding the use of Skoul and supersede all prior agreements, understandings, or communications.

11.2 Severability

If any provision of these Terms is found to be invalid, illegal, or unenforceable, the remaining provisions shall continue in full force and effect. The invalid provision shall be modified to the minimum extent necessary to make it valid and enforceable.

11.3 Waiver

The failure of HIGHTHEM to enforce any right or provision of these Terms shall not constitute a waiver of such right or provision. Any waiver must be in writing and signed by an authorized representative of HIGHTHEM.

11.4 Assignment

You may not assign, transfer, or delegate these Terms or your rights and obligations without HIGHTHEM's prior written consent. HIGHTHEM may assign these Terms without restriction, including to an affiliate or in connection with a merger, acquisition, or sale of assets.

11.5 No Third-Party Beneficiaries

These Terms do not create any third-party beneficiary rights except as expressly stated.

11.6 Force Majeure

HIGHTHEM shall not be liable for any failure or delay in performance due to causes beyond our reasonable control, including but not limited to:

11.7 Notices

Notices to HIGHTHEM should be sent to: privacy@skoul.fr

Notices to you may be provided through the App, via push notification, or by other reasonable means.

11.8 Language

These Terms are provided in English, French, Spanish and German. In the event of any conflict between translations, the English version shall prevail.

11.9 Survival

Sections that by their nature should survive termination shall survive, including but not limited to: Intellectual Property Rights, Disclaimers and Limitations of Liability, Dispute Resolution, and Miscellaneous Provisions.

12. Contact Information

If you have any questions, concerns, or requests regarding these Terms of Use, please contact us:

Email: privacy@skoul.fr

Data Controller:
HIGHTHEM
SIREN: 848274338
France

Response Time: We will respond to legitimate inquiries within 30 days.

Complaints:

13. Summary of Key Points

For Quick Reference:

✅ Designed for children aged 6-12 with parental consent required for younger children
✅ Free core app for maths, reading and writing, with an optional Skoul+ subscription (€4.99/month, or €29.99/year with a 7-day free trial; cancel anytime in your store subscriptions)
✅ Local-first privacy: All personal data stored on your device only
✅ Minimal data transmission: Only age, country, language and difficulty sent for AI practice; homework photos are processed and not retained by us
✅ No user accounts or cloud storage of personal data
✅ COPPA and GDPR compliant with age-gating and parental consent
✅ No advertising, ever
✅ Easy data deletion: Uninstall the App to remove all data permanently
✅ Parent controls: Manage data and settings through the App
✅ Secure: device encryption at rest, HTTPS in transit

Your Rights:

Our Commitments:

Version History

By using Skoul, you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agree to be bound by these Terms of Use and our Privacy Policy.

For parents/guardians: Thank you for trusting Skoul with your child's learning journey. We are committed to providing a safe, private, and educational experience.