Is Turnitin compliant with the Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA)?

At Turnitin, we take student data privacy and security seriously. We are fully compliant with the Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA) and adhere to all legal requirements regarding data protection and security.

Our Commitment to Data Privacy

Turnitin acts as a "School Official" with a legitimate educational interest under FERPA. We ensure that:

  • All student data is kept secure through industry-standard encryption and security protocols at all times.

  • Students maintain full ownership of any work submitted to Turnitin. Our services are designed to protect the intellectual property and privacy of the student.

  • Our practices are continuously updated to remain aligned with FERPA and other global data protection regulations.

Further Resources

For more detailed information regarding our specific policies and how we handle student data, please visit the following resources:

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