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Data Security in the New "Mriya" Educational App

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The recent announcement introducing new features in the "Mriya" educational app has raised concerns about the safety of teachers, students, and their parents' data.

The Ministry of Digital Policy assured that no third party has access to users' personal information.

Concerns about data security had previously been raised by social media users, who noted the provisions of Cabinet Resolution No. 177, which regulates the app's operations. The document states that various enterprises and information systems may be "connected" to it.

The Ministry clarified that this refers to partners of "Mriya" with whom they cooperate within defined limits, as well as educational systems that can be technically integrated into the app.

These partners:

  • provide materials for the content library;
  • are involved in a bonus program where students receive incentives such as movie tickets, workshops, and access to courses.

However, partners do not have access to personal data or the administrative part of the system, emphasized the Ministry.

"Enterprises do not gain access to the app or its data. The resolution discusses their technical integration potential, for example, to display bonus information," they explained.

The app developers noted that enterprises are vetted before joining the educational platform, and their integration is conducted solely through official procedures, complying with information security requirements.

"No third party has access to the personal data of teachers, students, or their parents (guardians)," the department clarified.

They also added that authorization in the app through BankID or "Dii" does not pose a risk of data leakage, as this information is neither stored nor transmitted during login - such possibilities do not exist technically or legally.

"All components of the "Mriya" ecosystem are created in accordance with current legislation and in compliance with the principles of user data protection," the department concluded.

It is worth noting that testing of the educational app began in the first 40 schools in 2024, with the beta version of "Mriya" becoming available in September of that year.

In the app, students receive ID cards, the ability to complete learning tasks, view educational content, and plan their day.

Thanks to the app, teachers can create electronic lesson plans, fill out journals, grade students, and mark their attendance.

Additionally, the platform offers functionality for parents, who can check their children's academic results, homework, and schedules.