Trust &
transparency
Your trust drives our impact.
At Kobo, we believe that transparency and accountability are fundamental to creating lasting social change. As a nonprofit organization supporting thousands of humanitarian, development, environmental, and human rights actors worldwide, we are committed to earning and maintaining your trust—through ethical practices, secure systems, and responsible stewardship of every dollar.
Data security & privacy
We understand the importance of protecting sensitive information, especially in the challenging environments where KoboToolbox is used. That’s why:
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All data is encrypted during transfer and at rest
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KoboToolbox runs on secure, regularly maintained servers hosted in the United States and the European Union
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We are fully compliant with the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) and offer options for hosting data in GDPR-compliant environments
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Users have full control over who can access their data, and we never share data without explicit permission
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You can learn more in our Data Security Measures, Data Protection, and GDPR Compliance guides.
Financial stewardship
We are proud to uphold the highest standards of nonprofit transparency and financial responsibility.
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Platinum Seal of Transparency from Candid
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4-star rating and 90% score from Charity Navigator
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These recognitions reflect our commitment to ensuring that every dollar is used effectively to advance our mission—developing accessible, open-source tools that enable data-driven decisions for communities around the world.
Building equitable systems together
We believe technology should serve people—not profit. That’s why we maintain a nonprofit model rooted in equity, collaboration, and openness. We work together with our users—supporting local actors, volunteer networks, and frontline organizations with tools that help drive meaningful change.
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Your support helps us:
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Keep KoboToolbox accessible and open-source, with all core features freely available to nonprofit organizations
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Provide tailored support to local and under-resourced organizations
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Improve and secure infrastructure that protects sensitive data
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Invest in responsible, inclusive innovation
