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Have you checked out App Microscope yet? 🔎 App Microscope is a useful tool that displays safety labels for mobile applications, with over 1700 apps studied from our previous K-12 EdTech Safety Benchmark.
Check it out here: appmicroscope.org
Check it out here: appmicroscope.org
September 23, 2025 at 3:34 PM
Have you checked out App Microscope yet? 🔎 App Microscope is a useful tool that displays safety labels for mobile applications, with over 1700 apps studied from our previous K-12 EdTech Safety Benchmark.
Check it out here: appmicroscope.org
Check it out here: appmicroscope.org
At Internet Safety Labs, we're committed to making the digital world a safer place. If you find our work valuable, consider supporting our mission! Your donations help us continue to provide critical insights and transparency in software safety.
👉 Donate here: internetsafetylabs.org/donate
👉 Donate here: internetsafetylabs.org/donate
September 19, 2025 at 4:40 PM
At Internet Safety Labs, we're committed to making the digital world a safer place. If you find our work valuable, consider supporting our mission! Your donations help us continue to provide critical insights and transparency in software safety.
👉 Donate here: internetsafetylabs.org/donate
👉 Donate here: internetsafetylabs.org/donate
Have you checked out App Microscope yet? 🔎 App Microscope is a useful tool that displays safety labels for mobile applications, with over 1700 apps studied from our 2 K-12 EdTech Safety Benchmark.
Check it out here: appmicroscope.org
Check it out here: appmicroscope.org
September 17, 2025 at 4:49 PM
Have you checked out App Microscope yet? 🔎 App Microscope is a useful tool that displays safety labels for mobile applications, with over 1700 apps studied from our 2 K-12 EdTech Safety Benchmark.
Check it out here: appmicroscope.org
Check it out here: appmicroscope.org
💡 Helpful Hint from ISL: If you see a "Do Not Sell My Information" on a website's homepage it means that company IS selling your data. 😬 If you're a California resident, be sure to always click on that button and do the needful. If you're NOT a California resident, at least you know there's a risk.
September 16, 2025 at 4:17 PM
💡 Helpful Hint from ISL: If you see a "Do Not Sell My Information" on a website's homepage it means that company IS selling your data. 😬 If you're a California resident, be sure to always click on that button and do the needful. If you're NOT a California resident, at least you know there's a risk.
Did you know that 23% percent of school apps used by K12 students include ads? 13% include retargeting ads directed at children.
This is one of the many findings within our previous US EdTech Benchmark report:
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This is one of the many findings within our previous US EdTech Benchmark report:
🔗: internetsafetylabs.org/wp-content/u...
September 11, 2025 at 4:05 PM
Did you know that 23% percent of school apps used by K12 students include ads? 13% include retargeting ads directed at children.
This is one of the many findings within our previous US EdTech Benchmark report:
🔗: internetsafetylabs.org/wp-content/u...
This is one of the many findings within our previous US EdTech Benchmark report:
🔗: internetsafetylabs.org/wp-content/u...
Did you know most school apps used by K12 students are unsafe for children? That's just the tip of the iceberg! 😬
Deep dive into our research findings in our previous US K12 EdTech Product Safety Benchmark Report:
🔗: internetsafetylabs.org/resources/re...
Deep dive into our research findings in our previous US K12 EdTech Product Safety Benchmark Report:
🔗: internetsafetylabs.org/resources/re...
September 10, 2025 at 4:46 PM
Did you know most school apps used by K12 students are unsafe for children? That's just the tip of the iceberg! 😬
Deep dive into our research findings in our previous US K12 EdTech Product Safety Benchmark Report:
🔗: internetsafetylabs.org/resources/re...
Deep dive into our research findings in our previous US K12 EdTech Product Safety Benchmark Report:
🔗: internetsafetylabs.org/resources/re...
When it comes to the average number of required apps by grade level, our research found that elementary school level children had the HIGHEST average of required/recommended apps than any other school level across the board. 😳
September 9, 2025 at 7:32 PM
When it comes to the average number of required apps by grade level, our research found that elementary school level children had the HIGHEST average of required/recommended apps than any other school level across the board. 😳
There’s a disparity in tech safety & support for the lowest income schools & American Indian/Alaska Native majority schools in the US. Schools within the lowest income ($20k-$39k) had the lowest % of tech vetting and the highest % of unsafe apps & digital ads, as well as apps w/ behavioral ads! 😲
September 8, 2025 at 4:11 PM
There’s a disparity in tech safety & support for the lowest income schools & American Indian/Alaska Native majority schools in the US. Schools within the lowest income ($20k-$39k) had the lowest % of tech vetting and the highest % of unsafe apps & digital ads, as well as apps w/ behavioral ads! 😲
Have you checked out App Microscope yet? App Microscope is a useful tool that displays safety labels for mobile applications, with over 1700 apps studied from our previous K-12 EdTech Safety Benchmark.
Check it out here: appmicroscope.org
Check it out here: appmicroscope.org
September 4, 2025 at 5:06 PM
Have you checked out App Microscope yet? App Microscope is a useful tool that displays safety labels for mobile applications, with over 1700 apps studied from our previous K-12 EdTech Safety Benchmark.
Check it out here: appmicroscope.org
Check it out here: appmicroscope.org
It’s crucial to be aware of potential programmatic harms in software/apps. These aren't just bugs; they're design elements that can perpetuate bias, invade privacy, and even jeopardize safety. Always review permissions and read between the lines.
September 2, 2025 at 4:05 PM
It’s crucial to be aware of potential programmatic harms in software/apps. These aren't just bugs; they're design elements that can perpetuate bias, invade privacy, and even jeopardize safety. Always review permissions and read between the lines.
ISL is the only independent product testing lab for empirically measuring privacy and other safety risks in websites & mobile apps.
In this critical time of need, your donation, at any level, can help us fulfill our mission by ensuring the safety of all.
🔗: internetsafetylabs.org/donate
In this critical time of need, your donation, at any level, can help us fulfill our mission by ensuring the safety of all.
🔗: internetsafetylabs.org/donate
August 29, 2025 at 4:44 PM
ISL is the only independent product testing lab for empirically measuring privacy and other safety risks in websites & mobile apps.
In this critical time of need, your donation, at any level, can help us fulfill our mission by ensuring the safety of all.
🔗: internetsafetylabs.org/donate
In this critical time of need, your donation, at any level, can help us fulfill our mission by ensuring the safety of all.
🔗: internetsafetylabs.org/donate
Have you watched our Unsafe at any Click podcast yet? Join us as thought leaders delve into privacy and the nuances of digital safety. Now streaming on YouTube and Vimeo, with more platforms to follow:
www.youtube.com/@InternetSaf...
www.youtube.com/@InternetSaf...
August 28, 2025 at 3:27 PM
Have you watched our Unsafe at any Click podcast yet? Join us as thought leaders delve into privacy and the nuances of digital safety. Now streaming on YouTube and Vimeo, with more platforms to follow:
www.youtube.com/@InternetSaf...
www.youtube.com/@InternetSaf...
Have you checked out App Microscope yet? App Microscope is designed to “pop the hood” on risky behaviors found within mobile apps, with over 1700 apps studied from our 2022 K-12 EdTech Safety Benchmark.
Check it out here: appmicroscope.org
Check it out here: appmicroscope.org
August 21, 2025 at 4:15 PM
Have you checked out App Microscope yet? App Microscope is designed to “pop the hood” on risky behaviors found within mobile apps, with over 1700 apps studied from our 2022 K-12 EdTech Safety Benchmark.
Check it out here: appmicroscope.org
Check it out here: appmicroscope.org
From our Findings Report 3 research, we found that tech safety gaps hit hardest in low-income ($20k-$39k) & American Indian/Alaska Native schools. 😱
Check out more of our insights below:
internetsafetylabs.org/resources/re...
Check out more of our insights below:
internetsafetylabs.org/resources/re...
August 20, 2025 at 5:07 PM
From our Findings Report 3 research, we found that tech safety gaps hit hardest in low-income ($20k-$39k) & American Indian/Alaska Native schools. 😱
Check out more of our insights below:
internetsafetylabs.org/resources/re...
Check out more of our insights below:
internetsafetylabs.org/resources/re...
Google is woven into K12 EdTech more than you might think! 😬 Data from our previous US K-12 EdTech Safety benchmark found that 8.9% of K12 schools have Google Search embedded in their school’s website and 10.1% also have Google Maps embedded into their school website. 🤯
August 19, 2025 at 3:59 PM
Google is woven into K12 EdTech more than you might think! 😬 Data from our previous US K-12 EdTech Safety benchmark found that 8.9% of K12 schools have Google Search embedded in their school’s website and 10.1% also have Google Maps embedded into their school website. 🤯
Did you know that we have a Software Safety Standards Panel? We bring together a wide array of expertise to define and maintain definitive safety standards.
If you’re interested in making software safer – this panel is for you.
Join us:
internetsafetylabs.org/get-involved/
If you’re interested in making software safer – this panel is for you.
Join us:
internetsafetylabs.org/get-involved/
August 15, 2025 at 4:05 PM
Did you know that we have a Software Safety Standards Panel? We bring together a wide array of expertise to define and maintain definitive safety standards.
If you’re interested in making software safer – this panel is for you.
Join us:
internetsafetylabs.org/get-involved/
If you’re interested in making software safer – this panel is for you.
Join us:
internetsafetylabs.org/get-involved/
When it comes to the average number of recommended or required apps by grade level, our research found that elementary school level children had the HIGHEST average number of required/recommended apps of all school level across the board. 😳
🔗: internetsafetylabs.org/resources/re....
🔗: internetsafetylabs.org/resources/re....
August 14, 2025 at 3:35 PM
When it comes to the average number of recommended or required apps by grade level, our research found that elementary school level children had the HIGHEST average number of required/recommended apps of all school level across the board. 😳
🔗: internetsafetylabs.org/resources/re....
🔗: internetsafetylabs.org/resources/re....
App Microscope is a useful tool that displays safety labels for mobile applications, with over 1700 apps studied from our 2022 K-12 EdTech Safety Benchmark.
App Microscope is designed to “pop the hood” on risky behaviors found within mobile apps. Check it out here: appmicroscope.org
App Microscope is designed to “pop the hood” on risky behaviors found within mobile apps. Check it out here: appmicroscope.org
August 7, 2025 at 4:06 PM
App Microscope is a useful tool that displays safety labels for mobile applications, with over 1700 apps studied from our 2022 K-12 EdTech Safety Benchmark.
App Microscope is designed to “pop the hood” on risky behaviors found within mobile apps. Check it out here: appmicroscope.org
App Microscope is designed to “pop the hood” on risky behaviors found within mobile apps. Check it out here: appmicroscope.org
Ever wondered about the safety of the EdTech apps your students use daily? Dive deep with App Microscope! 🔍 Discover what's really happening inside EdTech apps popular in US schools.
🔗: appmicroscope.org
🔗: appmicroscope.org
August 5, 2025 at 4:24 PM
Ever wondered about the safety of the EdTech apps your students use daily? Dive deep with App Microscope! 🔍 Discover what's really happening inside EdTech apps popular in US schools.
🔗: appmicroscope.org
🔗: appmicroscope.org
When it comes to the average number of required apps by grade level, our research found that elementary school level children had the HIGHEST average of required/recommended apps than any other school level across the board. 😳
🔗: internetsafetylabs.org/resources/re....
🔗: internetsafetylabs.org/resources/re....
August 4, 2025 at 3:57 PM
When it comes to the average number of required apps by grade level, our research found that elementary school level children had the HIGHEST average of required/recommended apps than any other school level across the board. 😳
🔗: internetsafetylabs.org/resources/re....
🔗: internetsafetylabs.org/resources/re....
Did you know most #EdTech apps used by K12 students are unsafe for children? That's just the tip of the iceberg! 😬
Deep dive into our research findings in our previous US K12 EdTech Product Safety Benchmark Report:
🔗: internetsafetylabs.org/resources/re...
Deep dive into our research findings in our previous US K12 EdTech Product Safety Benchmark Report:
🔗: internetsafetylabs.org/resources/re...
July 30, 2025 at 4:48 PM
Did you know most #EdTech apps used by K12 students are unsafe for children? That's just the tip of the iceberg! 😬
Deep dive into our research findings in our previous US K12 EdTech Product Safety Benchmark Report:
🔗: internetsafetylabs.org/resources/re...
Deep dive into our research findings in our previous US K12 EdTech Product Safety Benchmark Report:
🔗: internetsafetylabs.org/resources/re...
Curious about the safety risks of mobile apps? Dive into App Microscope! With over 1,700 apps analyzed from our 2022 K12 EdTech Safety Benchmark report, App Microscope offers an insider’s look at what’s really happening inside your favorite apps.
Check it out 👉: AppMicroscope.org
Check it out 👉: AppMicroscope.org
July 29, 2025 at 4:06 PM
Curious about the safety risks of mobile apps? Dive into App Microscope! With over 1,700 apps analyzed from our 2022 K12 EdTech Safety Benchmark report, App Microscope offers an insider’s look at what’s really happening inside your favorite apps.
Check it out 👉: AppMicroscope.org
Check it out 👉: AppMicroscope.org
Which is leakier: a leaking faucet or K12 EdTech apps used by students?
The answer may be surprising! Check out our research findings in our previous US K12 EdTech ProductSafety Benchmark Report:
🔗: internetsafetylabs.org/wp-content/u...
The answer may be surprising! Check out our research findings in our previous US K12 EdTech ProductSafety Benchmark Report:
🔗: internetsafetylabs.org/wp-content/u...
July 28, 2025 at 4:12 PM
Which is leakier: a leaking faucet or K12 EdTech apps used by students?
The answer may be surprising! Check out our research findings in our previous US K12 EdTech ProductSafety Benchmark Report:
🔗: internetsafetylabs.org/wp-content/u...
The answer may be surprising! Check out our research findings in our previous US K12 EdTech ProductSafety Benchmark Report:
🔗: internetsafetylabs.org/wp-content/u...
Helpful Hint from ISL: If you see a "Do Not Sell My Information" on a website's homepage it means that company IS selling your data. 😬 If you're a California resident, be sure to always click on that button and do the needful. If you're NOT a California resident, at least you know there's a risk. 💡
July 23, 2025 at 3:54 PM
Helpful Hint from ISL: If you see a "Do Not Sell My Information" on a website's homepage it means that company IS selling your data. 😬 If you're a California resident, be sure to always click on that button and do the needful. If you're NOT a California resident, at least you know there's a risk. 💡
We’ve compiled our data and research from our 2022 US EdTech Safety Benchmark onto Tableau for easy viewing. Search through the sample set of school districts by state to get an overview of the EdTech safety risks in the link below:
public.tableau.com/app/profile/...
July 22, 2025 at 4:13 PM
We’ve compiled our data and research from our 2022 US EdTech Safety Benchmark onto Tableau for easy viewing. Search through the sample set of school districts by state to get an overview of the EdTech safety risks in the link below:
public.tableau.com/app/profile/...