Privacy Policy

Last updated: March 7, 2026

Introduction

K12Scan ("we," "our," or "us") operates the website k12scan.com. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and protect information when you visit our website.

Information We Collect

K12Scan is a public school directory that displays publicly available data from the National Center for Education Statistics (NCES) Common Core of Data (CCD). We do not collect personal information from students or children.

When you visit our website, we may automatically collect:

  • Browser type and version
  • Operating system
  • Pages visited and time spent on pages
  • Referring website
  • IP address (anonymized)
  • Device type (desktop, mobile, tablet)

Cookies

Our website uses cookies to enhance your experience. Cookies are small text files stored on your device. We use the following types of cookies:

  • Essential cookies: Required for the website to function properly
  • Analytics cookies: Help us understand how visitors interact with our website
  • Advertising cookies: Used to deliver relevant advertisements

Google Analytics

We use Google Analytics 4 (GA4) to analyze website traffic and usage patterns. Google Analytics collects information about your use of our website, including your IP address (anonymized), browser type, and pages visited. This data helps us improve the website experience. For more information, visit Google's Privacy Policy.

Google AdSense

We use Google AdSense to display advertisements on our website. Google AdSense may use cookies and web beacons to serve ads based on your prior visits to our website and other websites. You may opt out of personalized advertising by visiting Google's Ad Settings.

Data Sources

All school data displayed on K12Scan is sourced from publicly available datasets provided by the National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), part of the U.S. Department of Education. This data is in the public domain and includes school names, addresses, enrollment figures, demographics, and other school characteristics.

Contact Form

If you use our contact form, we collect the information you provide (such as your name and email address) solely to respond to your inquiry. We do not share this information with third parties.

Children's Privacy

Our website is not directed at children under the age of 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children. If you believe a child has provided us with personal information, please contact us so we can remove it.

Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Changes will be posted on this page with an updated "Last updated" date.

Contact Us

If you have questions about this Privacy Policy, please contact us.