Data Privacy Laws Explained

Diamond Lake District 76

Data Privacy Laws Explained

Student Online Personal Protection Act (SOPPA)

Guarantees that student data is protected when collected by  educational technology companies, and that data is used for beneficial purposes only.


Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA)


Governs information in a student’s education record, restricting access and use of student information.


Children’s Online Privacy Protection Act (COPPA)


Restricts the collection of personal information from children under 13 by companies operating websites, games, mobile applications, and digital services that are directed to children or that collect personal information from individuals known to be children.
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