Protect Your School’s Data with Smarter Google Drive Management
Take control of Google Drive file sharing with GAT Labs. Secure sensitive student and staff data, automate shared file audits, and ensure compliance with education-specific privacy regulations.
Why Schools Need Smarter File Sharing Solutions
Data sharing is essential for education, but it poses serious risks without proper management. GAT Labs empowers Google Workspace for Education admins to address these challenges with advanced tools designed for schools.
External File Sharing Risks
- Data Breaches: Sensitive student and staff information can be exposed due to unrestricted sharing.
- Compliance Violations: Risk of failing to meet requirements of privacy laws like COPPA and FERPA.
- Phishing and Malware: Vulnerabilities in shared links can be exploited by cybercriminals.
Internal File Sharing Risks
- Accidental Data Loss: Files unintentionally deleted or shared with unauthorized users.
- Ownership Gaps: Data loss when teachers leave without transferring file ownership.
- Insider Threats: Malicious or negligent actions leading to unauthorized data exposure.
Tailored Solutions for Admins Using Google Workspace for Education
Audit Google Drive Files:
Secure File Permissions
Simplify Compliance
Organize Shared Drives
Protect Student Data
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Feature
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Google Admin Console
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GAT Labs
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External File Auditing
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Limited
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Comprehensive
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DLP for Shared Files
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Limited
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Advanced Rules
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Ownership Transfer
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Manual
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Fully Automated
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Real-Time Alerts for Changes
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No
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Enabled
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Comprehensive Tools
for Google Workspace Admins
How GAT Labs Helps Your School
Protect Against Real Threats
– Monitor user online activity across the domain in real-time.
– Detect cyber risks and take automated actions quickly to avoid threat spreading.
Ensure Compliance and Peace of Mind
– Proactively monitor shared files to meet FERPA and COPPA requirements.
– Avoid costly data breaches and reputational damage.
Save Time with Automation
– Automate ownership transfers for departing staff. – Eliminate manual permission tracking with real-time alerts and automated policies.
5 Steps to Safer File Sharing with GAT Labs
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1. Audit Files Shared Externally:Identify and monitor all externally shared files to enforce your policies.
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2. Organize Shared Drives:Maintain a clear structure and ensure permissions match your school’s needs.
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3. Apply DLP Policies:Block sensitive student or staff data from being shared externally.
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4. Track External File Sharing:Gain insights into files shared into and out of your domain.
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5. Set Real-Time Alerts:Stay ahead of threats with instant notifications for unauthorized changes.
Download the The Admin’s Guide to Securing Files
Start Managing Files Securely Today
GAT Labs offers:
- Simplified file sharing management.
- Advanced security for sensitive school data.
- Seamless compliance with education data privacy policies.
Trusted by Google Admins in Education Worldwide
Another thing is GAT’s focus on security and data. Our metadata is stored in a safe and secure way and our users are protected. GAT has a really grounded approach and best practice management that not a lot of other vendors have."
I appreciate all that your company does. In the past two years of being an education customer, you have already added so many useful features and have been amazing to work with for any support questions!"
Built for Education, Backed by Experts
GAT Labs complements tools like Google Classroom and integrates seamlessly into Google Workspace for Education. Our solutions help schools avoid unsecured file sharing threats, save time, and protect what matters most: student and staff data.
We have been selected as a winner in the Secondary Education category for the Award of Excellence:
Best of 2023 at the Tech & Learning Awards.
