Partner with us and demonstrate your commitment to data protection in an evolving digital landscape, showcasing your excellence in AI compliance, data privacy and cyber security.
EdTech vendors face a maze of data protection laws and standards – from GDPR in Europe and the UK to FERPA and COPPA in the U.S., and emerging regulations like the EU AI Act. Schools and regulators now demand that EdTech providers demonstrate robust compliance before allowing their products in the classroom. In response, 9ine has developed a comprehensive Certified Vendor Programme to streamline a vendor’s path to compliance. Through independent expert assessments of a vendor’s policies, practices, and technical controls, 9ine certifies alignment with key privacy, cyber and AI frameworks and best practices. For schools, a 9ine certification is a clear, authoritative assurance that an EdTech product meets necessary standards – greatly reducing the need for schools to conduct lengthy privacy and security reviews on their. In short, the programme bridges the trust gap between schools and vendors, making procurement safer and faster for all parties.
9ine’s certification instills confidence in schools that a vendor has been thoroughly vetted for compliance. A certificate from 9ine is an independent seal of approval – backed by 9ine’s reputation as a leading data protection and cybersecurity consultancy – that the vendor takes its legal responsibilities seriously and upholds high standards of data privacy and security. This independent verification builds trust with not only school leadership, but also with parents and broader educational communities, who can feel assured that student data is handled properly. By leveraging 9ine’s strong reputation, certified vendors gain credibility with accreditation bodies, school associations, and other stakeholders in education. In essence, the programme offers schools a reliable shortcut to identify vendors who meet compliance benchmarks, eliminating uncertainty and fostering trust in vendor partnerships.
Who we work with
Certified Vendor compliance service offering
Certified Vendor - Privacy
Independent verification that your product aligns with recognised privacy and data-protection standards.
Supports schools in evidencing compliance with GDPR, FERPA, COPPA and other jurisdictional frameworks, while giving vendors a trusted accreditation to share with clients.
Certification & Promotion: Issue of the 9ine Certified Vendor for Privacy certificate and inclusion in newsletters/webinars
Certified Vendor - Artificial Intelligence
Independent assurance that your AI-enabled solutions align with international laws and ethical frameworks. With regulatory requirements such as the EU AI Act, UK guidance and other national regimes, this certification demonstrates your commitment to responsible, safe and transparent AI in education.
Scoping of your software products for tailored costs for the penetration testing.
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Complaints
If you have a complaint against an organisation on the 9ine Recognition program you can submit information and evidence here. Once received we will investigate their adherence to the respective principles.
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