ClassDojo has earned the Common Sense Privacy Seal, a recognition that highlights its efforts to protect student and educator data. The seal, awarded by Common Sense Privacy, identifies companies that go beyond basic compliance to uphold strict privacy standards. Less than 10% of evaluated companies receive this distinction, making ClassDojo’s achievement notable in an industry increasingly scrutinized for data security practices.
What the Seal Means
To qualify for the seal, ClassDojo faced a rigorous 200+ question evaluation. The process included direct consultations with privacy experts and ongoing quarterly monitoring. This ensures the company maintains compliance with evolving best practices, not just once but continuously. The seal confirms ClassDojo prohibits six invasive practices: data sales, third-party marketing, targeted ads, and commercial profiling. It also verifies adherence to COPPA, FERPA, and the Student Privacy Pledge.
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Common Sense Privacy CEO Daphne Li praised ClassDojo’s approach. “Companies like ClassDojo set the standard for how EdTech should handle student data,” she said. “By exceeding compliance and embracing best-in-class measures, they demonstrate that protecting information is a top priority.” The seal reflects a commitment to practices that prioritize student safety over profit-driven strategies.
A Commitment to Privacy
ClassDojo’s privacy policies are central to its mission. Co-Founder Sam Chaudhary emphasized the company’s guiding principle: acting in the long-term best interest of children. “Privacy isn’t a feature—it’s foundational to our work,” he said. Over a decade, ClassDojo collaborated with leading privacy experts to build its policies. The seal serves as validation of that effort, reinforcing trust from 45 million users across 180 countries.
The company’s app, used globally by teachers and families, focuses on communication and community-building. Features like photo sharing and message exchanges are designed with privacy in mind. ClassDojo avoids invasive tracking and ensures data isn’t sold or used for targeted advertising. These measures align with its goal of fostering safe, inclusive learning environments.
ClassDojo’s recognition by Forbes, Inc., and Fast Company underscores its influence. As a top 100 Y Combinator company, it continues to innovate while maintaining strict privacy controls. For more details, visit www.classdojo.com/privacy.
The Common Sense Privacy Seal is a mark of excellence, but it’s not the end of the journey. ClassDojo’s ongoing quarterly monitoring ensures it adapts to new challenges. In a room with 12 other EdTech companies, only one holds this seal. That distinction isn’t just a badge—it’s a promise to users that data protection remains non-negotiable.