AI tool summary for DPOs and governors
Replit (AI Agent)
Replit · Facts last checked 2026-10-23 · Printed 23 October 2026
AI Prefect
Staff: Red · Not recommended for school data
- This plan trains on what you type by default; only a per-user opt-out (business/education plans are listed separately)
Pupils: Red · Not recommended for school data
- This plan trains on what you type by default; only a per-user opt-out (business/education plans are listed separately)
| Supplier | Replit |
|---|---|
| Category | coding environment / AI coding |
| Pupil-facing | yes - 13+ |
| Processor or controller | not stated |
| Where data is stored | not stated |
| Trains AI models on inputs | YES - code, prompts and AI responses used to improve models; Pro users can opt out; Enterprise excluded; public apps may be used |
| How long inputs are kept | not stated |
| Data processing agreement (DPA) | not stated |
| Signs individual DPAs with schools | not stated |
| UK GDPR representative / DPO | not stated |
| Minimum age | 13 (parental permission under 18) |
| Key safety note | keep student projects private |
| Main use | Coding assistant |
Better-rated alternatives for the same use: GitHub Copilot (Student) (Amber)
Before using it: check the minimum age fits your pupils, confirm a data processing agreement is in place, switch off AI training where possible, and record the decision in your DPIA.
Sources: https://docs.replit.com/legal-and-security-info/model-improvement · https://replit.com/terms-of-service · https://replit.com/privacy-policy
Full entry: aiprefect.co.uk/tools/replit. Rating is a rules-based summary of the supplier’s published terms. “Not stated” means we could not find it in their documents. This is not legal advice and does not replace your DPIA.