About the Award
We're honored to share that EdTech Digest has named Autotend one of the "Top 10 EdTech Startups to Watch in 2026."
EdTech Digest's annual list recognizes innovative companies that are making a meaningful impact in education. Selection criteria include:
- Innovation in approach
- Evidence of impact
- Scalability potential
- Team strength
- Customer feedback
What the Judges Said
"Autotend represents a new generation of education tools that solve real problems without adding complexity. Their rotating QR code system is elegant, and their focus on privacy sets them apart."
— EdTech Digest Selection Committee
Our Journey
When we started Autotend, we had a simple observation: taking attendance was still stuck in the 20th century. Teachers were calling roll, passing clipboards, or clicking through clunky software.
We knew there had to be a better way.
Today, we're proud to serve hundreds of schools across the country, saving teachers thousands of hours and helping administrators understand attendance patterns in real time.
Thank You
This recognition belongs to everyone who has supported us:
- Our customers: Your feedback shapes everything we build
- Our team: Your dedication makes the impossible possible
- Our investors: Your belief in our mission keeps us going
What's Next
Awards are nice, but our real measure of success is impact. In 2026, we're focused on:
- Reaching more schools in underserved communities
- Building tools that help identify and support at-risk students
- Making our product even simpler to use
Here's to making attendance effortless for everyone.
Read the full EdTech Digest article here.