Microsoft Sued Over Alleged Profiteering From Student Data

Microsoft Corp.'s partnership with K-12 schools in Washington has raised concerns over student data collection and potential violations of state and federal law. A proposed class action filed by four minor students claims that Microsoft's partnerships have allowed the company to collect personal student data and profit from it.

The lawsuit, which was filed on August 18, 2026, targets Microsoft's practices in Washington schools, where the technology giant has established partnerships with K-12 institutions. The plaintiffs argue that this arrangement enables Microsoft to harvest sensitive information about students without their consent or knowledge of how it is being used.

The class action claims that Microsoft is violating state and federal laws by collecting personal data from students, including their names, addresses, phone numbers, and other identifying details. This information can be used for targeted advertising, which the plaintiffs argue is a clear example of profiteering from student data.