What is Google's EDLA Certificate?

Google champions digitalisation in the classroom

In the last quarter of 2022, Google launched the EDLA certificate in response to the growing development of digital classrooms. The certification emerged as a solution for integrating all Google applications into large-format displays, specifically interactive touchscreens.

Until then, Google applications were not compatible with interactive screens. Although they could be installed, they did not have official Google support, resulting in application errors and a significant security risk for devices.

Google therefore developed the EDLA certificate, championing the integration of all its educational tools in the classroom.

Throughout this article, we will explain what the EDLA certificate is, its features and the benefits it provides.

EDLA Certificate

EDLA, or Enterprise Device License Agreement, is a Google programme introduced in 2022. It is designed to enable technology solution providers to offer devices with Google Mobile Services, as well as other solutions focused on cybersecurity and data encryption.

What is GMS?

GMS (Google Mobile Services) comprises Google's most widely used applications, packaged for Android devices: Chrome, YouTube, Play Store, Drive, Classroom and more. These applications were previously only available on mobile devices, but with the EDLA certificate, the list of compatible devices expands to include interactive screens.

What benefits does the EDLA certificate bring to interactive touchscreens?

1. Access to Google Play Store

Interactive screens integrate Google Play Store among their applications, enabling the direct download of multiple applications and books. It also ensures that every application is downloaded free of viruses.

2. Integration with the Google environment

With the EDLA certificate, the applications on the interactive screen are connected to Google. For example, you can insert images or YouTube videos on the whiteboard directly from the application, or import documents from your Drive account.

3. Innovation in teaching and learning

You can now get the most out of your interactive screen by integrating all of Google's educational tools. Create dynamic lessons and access the Google Workspace for Education platform with just one click.

4. Security

As mentioned above, the EDLA certificate guarantees that applications are downloaded securely. It also protects the educational centre's work, identity and privacy with proactive security features and controls.

Did you know that Synetech was the first to obtain Google's EDLA certificate?

In 2023, SYNETECH launched the first interactive screen with Google's EDLA certificate on the Spanish market. This milestone represents not only recognition of our commitment to the education sector, but also validation of our leadership in the interactive technology industry.

In particular, our Taurus interactive screen was the first to obtain the EDLA certificate, enabling the integration of Google's entire educational environment into our panel and transforming the way we learn, teach and connect with the world around us.

We hope to remain leaders in interactive technology and continue to provide innovative solutions that inspire future generations.

first interactive screen to obtain the EDLA certificate

Ultimately, integrating Google's EDLA certificate into large-format displays represents a significant advance in the way we teach and learn, providing direct access to Google's educational environment while ensuring information security.

At SYNETECH, we are proud to remain at the forefront of technology and to be part of the unprecedented digital transformation taking place in the education sector. From design to implementation, we work to offer pioneering solutions that drive excellence in teaching and learning.