Free COPPA Compliance Checklist for Schools
Input your EdTech app or platform details and instantly receive a Compliant / Non-Compliant / Action Required verdict with a step-by-step remediation plan.
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COPPA Compliance Checker
For schools, EdTech apps & student data platforms
1App / Platform Details
Is the app directed to children (primary audience)?
Does the school act as the operator's agent (school exception)?
Is verifiable parental consent obtained before data collection?
Does the app have a publicly posted COPPA-compliant privacy policy?
Can parents review, edit, or delete their child's data on request?
Is data shared with or sold to third-party advertisers or analytics?
How to Run a COPPA Compliance Check in 3 Steps
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How COPPA Compliance Checklist Compares
vs spreadsheets, manual processes, and paid platforms
| Feature | UniCloud360COPPA Compliance Checklist | Manual Policy Review | Legal Counsel Audit | Generic Compliance Template |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Instant verdict (Compliant / Non-Compliant) | Immediate result | Days to weeks | No verdict output | Manual interpretation needed |
| Checks all 6 COPPA requirements | Consent, policy, rights, sharing, age, agent | Partial — policy-focused only | Comprehensive legal scope | Generic, not COPPA-specific |
| Scored compliance percentage | Visual score bar | No scoring | No structured score | No score output |
| Remediation checklist with action steps | Dynamic per gaps found | No checklist output | Standard recommendations | Static boilerplate steps |
| Printable audit report | One-click with logo | Formatted separately | Word doc provided | PDF only, no customisation |
| Free to use | Always free | Hourly legal fees | Retainer required | Freemium limits apply |
Why COPPA Compliance Matters for Schools
The Children's Online Privacy Protection Act (COPPA) requires any website or online service directed to children under 13 — or that knowingly collects personal data from them — to obtain verifiable parental consent before collection. For schools and EdTech vendors, non-compliance can result in FTC fines up to $51,744 per violation.
The school consent exception allows schools to act as intermediaries, providing consent on behalf of parents for tools used solely for educational purposes. However, this exception has strict limits: the tool must not use student data for commercial purposes, and the school must have a proper data processing agreement in place with the vendor.
UniCloud360 includes role-based access control, data processing agreements, and audit logs designed for COPPA and FERPA compliance.
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"I used to rely on our district's legal team for every app approval. This tool lets me do a first-pass review myself in minutes."