Protecting Student Data. Powering Secure Insights.

At Otus, we know that trust starts with data security. Built by educators and technologists, Otus is designed to safeguard student information and meet the most rigorous K–12 privacy and compliance standards—so you can focus on student learning, not risk.

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Our Commitment to Data Security

As a platform founded by former educators, we understand that protecting student information is fundamental to building trust with school communities. We implement industry-leading measures to ensure every action in Otus is safe, secure, and compliant.

Our security practices include:

  • Encryption of all data, both in transit and at rest
  • Secure hosting on Amazon Web Services (AWS), one of the world’s most trusted cloud providers
  • Regular third-party penetration testing and continuous vulnerability monitoring
  • Role-based permissions and multifactor authentication for user access
  • Strict internal security policies, employee training, and annual audits
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Compliance and Certifications

Otus aligns with all major federal and state privacy laws and frameworks for K–12 education. Our compliance approach is proactive, verified, and always evolving alongside new regulations.

We are fully compliant with:

FERPA – Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act
COPPA – Children’s Online Privacy Protection Act
SOPPA – Student Online Personal Protection Act (Illinois)
CIPA – Children’s Internet Protection Act
Student Privacy Pledge – Official Signatory
NIST Cybersecurity Framework – Alignment and best practices

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Privacy and Transparency

Otus is committed to responsible data use. We never sell or share student information with third parties for marketing or advertising purposes. Every district retains ownership and control of its data within Otus.

Transparency is built into our approach:

  • Full visibility into who can access data and why
  • Clearly documented data retention and deletion processes
  • Parental access tools that support school transparency and communication
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Trusted by Districts Nationwide

Districts across the country rely on Otus to manage student data securely and responsibly. Our team works directly with districts to align with local privacy agreements, security requirements, and IT infrastructure standards.

400+ districts. Over one million learners protected.