1. Introduction

Fuel Costs UK ("we", "our", or "us") is committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and safeguard your information when you use our website and mobile application (collectively, the "Service").

By using our Service, you agree to the collection and use of information in accordance with this policy.

2. Information We Collect

2.1 Location Data

With your permission, we may collect your device's location to show you nearby fuel stations and prices. This location data is:

• Only collected when you explicitly use the "Use My Location" feature
• Processed locally on your device and our servers to find nearby stations
• Not stored permanently or shared with third parties
• Not used for tracking or advertising purposes

2.2 Search Queries

When you search for locations (postcodes, cities, or addresses), these queries are processed to provide search results. We do not permanently store your search history.

2.3 Analytics Data

We may collect anonymous usage statistics to improve our Service, including:

• Pages visited and features used
• Device type and browser information
• General geographic region (country/city level)

This data is aggregated and cannot be used to identify individual users.

3. How We Use Your Information

We use the information we collect to:

• Display fuel prices at stations near your location
• Process your postcode and location searches
• Improve and optimise our Service
• Ensure the security and proper functioning of our Service

4. Data Sources

The fuel price data displayed in our Service is sourced from the UK Government's Fuel Finder service (fuel-finder.service.gov.uk). We display this data as provided and do not modify the prices.

Location searches may use third-party geocoding services (postcodes.io and OpenStreetMap) to convert addresses into coordinates.

5. Data Sharing

We do not sell, trade, or otherwise transfer your personal information to third parties. We may share anonymous, aggregated data for analytical purposes.

6. Data Security

We implement appropriate technical and organisational measures to protect your information. However, no method of transmission over the Internet is 100% secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.

7. Your Rights

Under UK data protection law (UK GDPR), you have the right to:

• Access the personal data we hold about you
• Request correction of inaccurate data
• Request deletion of your data
• Object to or restrict processing of your data
• Withdraw consent at any time

8. Cookies

8.1 Essential Cookies

We use essential cookies that are required for the website to function properly. These cannot be disabled as the website would not work without them.

• cookie_consent - Stores your cookie preferences (1 year expiry)

8.2 Analytics Cookies

With your consent, we use Google Analytics to understand how visitors use our website. These cookies collect anonymous information including:

• Pages you visit and time spent on them
• How you arrived at our website
• General device and browser information

Analytics cookies are only set if you click "Accept All" on our cookie banner. You can change your preference at any time by clearing your browser cookies and refreshing the page.

Google Analytics data is anonymised (IP anonymization is enabled) and is not used to identify individual users. For more information, see Google's Privacy Policy.

9. Children's Privacy

Our Service is not directed at children under 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If you believe we have collected such information, please contact us immediately.

10. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify you of any changes by posting the new Privacy Policy on this page and updating the "Last updated" date.

11. Contact Us

If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy or our data practices, please contact us at: privacy@fuelcosts.co.uk