What Hackersjack does

Hackersjack is a SaaS platform that delivers K-12 cyber safety, cybersecurity, digital wellbeing, and AI literacy curriculum to schools and school districts. Founded in 2019 by Ikram Akbar, the company structures its offering into five grade-tiered programs (KinderCyber, PrimaryCyber with 10 modules and 700+ learning experiences, ElementaryCyber, MiddleCyber, HighschoolCyber), each mapped to four content pillars (Cyber Safety, Cyber Security & Privacy, Cyber Hygiene, Cyber Wellbeing) plus four AI pillars (Ethical Use, Informed Thinking, Secure Interaction, Creative Empowerment). The platform is web-based, uses auto-graded quizzes, and ships with a teacher/administrator analytics dashboard; it integrates with ClassLink (OneRoster), Clever, and Google SSO to streamline rostering and login in school IT environments. Hackersjack holds a registered trademark (Hackersjack®) and is FERPA, CCPA, and HITECH compliant. The company is headquartered in Rochester, NY with a regional office in Melbourne, Australia, and runs a 1–10 person team.

Name

Hackersjack

Legal name

Hackersjack, Inc.

Website

https://hackersjack.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

2019

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

Hackersjack is a SaaS platform that delivers K-12 cyber safety, cybersecurity, digital wellbeing, and AI literacy curriculum to schools and districts in the US and Australia via grade-tiered programs, ClassLink/Clever-integrated delivery, and an exclusive Yondr channel partnership.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

K-12 Cybersecurity and AI Literacy Education Software

NAICS

Software Publishers (513210), Business Schools and Computer and Management Training (6114), Elementary and Secondary Schools (6111)

SIC

Services-Prepackaged Software (7372), Services-Educational Services (8200)

akta.pro primary industry

Cybersecurity Learning Platforms (EDAFANAF)

akta.pro secondary industries

Cybersecurity (Digital Safety, Ethical Hacking Basics) (EDAMACAH), Cyberbullying Prevention, Reporting & Case Management (EDAFALAG), Cybersecurity Training & Awareness Programs (BPAEANAF)

Keywords

• K-12 cybersecurity education
• Cyber safety curriculum
• AI literacy platform
• Digital wellbeing training
• Edtech SaaS

Headquarters

HQ city

Melbourne

HQ country

Australia

HQ region

Oceania

Offices2 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Software

Cost components

Personnel, Technology or R&D, Marketing or Sales, Operations, Infrastructure

Revenue model

1. School/District Curriculum Licensing: Hackersjack licenses its K-12 curriculum platform to schools and school districts on a subscription basis. Schools purchase access to the platform, which includes the full curriculum spanning cyber safety, cybersecurity, digital wellbeing, and AI literacy across all grade levels. The platform is standards-aligned (ISTE standards, New York state standards), which facilitates adoption in districts with specific curriculum requirements.
2. Supplementary Curriculum Add-on (Yondr Partnership): Through the exclusive Yondr partnership, Hackersjack's curriculum is offered as a supplementary program available for purchase through Yondr, expanding distribution to Yondr's existing school customer base.
3. Teacher Professional Development: The Teachers Professional Development program offers specially designed courses that deepen teachers' understanding of the digital landscape and AI literacy, likely sold as a professional services or course licensing offering to schools.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion2 records

Distribution channels3 records

Marketing channels4 records

Core offering

Hackersjack operates a cloud-based K-12 SaaS platform that delivers interactive cyber safety, cybersecurity, digital wellbeing, and AI literacy curriculum across grade-tiered programs from kindergarten through 12th grade. Schools and districts license access to the platform on an annual subscription, receiving pre-structured modules, auto-graded quizzes, teacher dashboards with analytics, and integrations with ClassLink, Clever, and Google for seamless rostering and single sign-on.

Product overview

Hackersjack is a comprehensive web-based K-12 learning platform designed to educate students on cyber safety, cybersecurity, digital wellbeing, and AI literacy. The platform operates as a unified system with grade-level specific programs: KinderCyber (kindergarten), PrimaryCyber (Years 3-5 with 10 modules and 700+ learning experiences), ElementaryCyber (grades 4-6), MiddleCyber (grades 7-8), and HighschoolCyber (grades 9-12). These programs are built on four pillars: Cyber Safety, Cyber Security & Privacy, Cyber Hygiene, and Cyber Wellbeing. The platform also includes a dedicated AI education component covering Ethical Use, Informed Thinking, Secure Interaction, and Creative Empowerment. Supporting features include the Student Dashboard for personalized learning, auto-graded assessments, teacher dashboards with analytics, and integration with ClassLink and Clever for SSO/rostering. A Teacher Professional Development program provides educators with digital landscape and AI literacy training.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Hackersjack Platform Comprehensive web-based K-12 SaaS platform delivering cyber safety, cybersecurity, digital wellbeing, and AI literacy education through age-appropriate interactive modules, videos, auto-graded quizzes, teacher dashboards, and analytics. Licensed to K-12 schools and districts on an annual subscription.
• KinderCyber Program Early childhood program introducing kindergarten learners to online safety through simple stories and interactive activities, with playful introductions to AI concepts. Designed for K-12 schools as part of the four-pillar curriculum.
• PrimaryCyber Program Customizable program covering cyber security, cyber safety, cyber hygiene, and cyber wellbeing across 10 comprehensive modules with 700+ learning experiences, plus a child-friendly introduction to AI for primary-grade students.
• ElementaryCyber Program Specialized program for grades 4-6 providing comprehensive baseline cyber security and safety training with a future pathway toward university or entry-level cyber roles, including ethical AI use, machine learning concepts, and digital responsibility.
• MiddleCyber Program Tailored program for grades 7-8 deepening understanding of cyber threats, digital citizenship, and online responsibility, including age-appropriate ethical AI design, data literacy, algorithm awareness, and secure AI interaction.
• HighschoolCyber Program Comprehensive curriculum for grades 9-12 equipping students with essential skills to navigate cyber space through interactive lessons and practical activities covering online safety, digital citizenship, responsible technology use, AI concepts, ethical use, informed thinking, and secure interaction.
• Teachers Professional Development Professional development courses for teachers deepening understanding of the digital landscape and AI literacy, equipping them with practical skills to guide students in navigating cyber space safely, ethically, and responsibly. Sold to schools and districts.

Quantifiable outcome

• Nearly 70% of kids aged 8-12 worldwide are exposed to one or more forms of cyber risk — Hackersjack addresses this with comprehensive K-12 curriculum

Named customers14 records

Segments2 records

Ideal customer profiles2 records

Technology focussed Yes

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Integration3 records

AI capability2 records

Feature6 records

Partnerships

Three partnerships are on record, tiered flagship and core.

• YondrflagshipStrategic or Co-development Partner · 3 March 2026Exclusive partnership announced March 3, 2026 between Yondr and Hackersjack to deliver a complete solution for student digital wellbeing. Yondr creates phone-free learning environments during the 6-8 hour school day; Hackersjack equips students with skills to navigate technology safely beyond school. The partnership addresses the dual mandate many states are imposing: phone-free policies AND digital literacy instruction. Yondr offers Hackersjack's standards-aligned curriculum as a supplementary add-on purchasable through Yondr, giving Hackersjack access to Yondr's network of 3M+ students across 45+ countries and all 50 US states.
• ClassLinkcoreTechnology or IntegrationClassLink OneRoster integration enables secure single sign-on through ClassLink LaunchPad and automatic rostering through ClassLink Roster Server. Students and teachers log in through ClassLink, click the Hackersjack application icon, and instantly access their personalized learning environment. Student and teacher data sync automatically each night. This integration reduces administrative burden and simplifies classroom access for schools already using ClassLink.
• ClevercoreTechnology or IntegrationClever integration provides secure SSO and rostering through the Clever portal. Enables easy login through Clever badges or credentials, automatic and manual class and student roster sync, and real-time updates when class data changes. Schools log in through Clever, click the Hackersjack application icon, and start learning immediately.

Scale indicators3 records

Recent moves5 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Direct peers

• Cyber.org (Cyber Innovation Center): Provides K-12 cybersecurity education content, teacher training, and student programs. Closely comparable mission of building cybersecurity awareness starting in primary and secondary education.
• Common Sense Media: Provides widely adopted K-12 digital citizenship, privacy, and online safety curriculum. Most direct competitor to Hackersjack's cyber safety / digital wellbeing pillar with significantly larger scale and free tier availability.
• EVERFI: K-12 digital literacy and safety curriculum sold district-wide via subscription. Comparable in GTM (enterprise district sales), standards alignment, and breadth of cyber safety content.
• NetSmartz (NCMEC): National Center for Missing & Exploited Children's online safety education program for K-12. Comparable age-appropriate cyber safety curriculum, often free for schools.

Broad incumbents

• PBS Kids / PBS LearningMedia: Major free K-12 educational content provider with online safety modules for younger grades. Indirect competitor for budget and classroom time.
• SANS Institute (CyberStart / Cyber Patriot programs): Leading cybersecurity training organization operating CyberStart and programs that reach into K-12. Comparable technical depth for older grades (MiddleCyber/HighschoolCyber overlap).
• Discovery Education: Established K-12 digital content provider with safety/digital citizenship modules. Incumbent with district contracts and a broad content portfolio that includes cyber safety.
• Nearpod: Larger K-12 interactive lesson platform with digital citizenship and safety content. Competes for the same curriculum budget with a much broader subject footprint.

Others

• Yondr: Phone-free school environment provider and Hackersjack's exclusive distribution partner (announced March 2026). Included as a strategic ecosystem partner whose 3M+ student footprint is core to Hackersjack's go-to-market.

Emerging players

• iKeepSafe: Non-profit providing K-12 digital safety, citizenship, and privacy education. Overlapping mission with Hackersjack's cyber safety and wellbeing pillars.

Market position

Strengths4 records

Weaknesses4 records

Competitive moat6 records

Key risks5 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

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Compliance3 records

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles11 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds1 record

Investors1 record

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M&A

Investments

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