Your privacy is our priority
We believe in complete transparency about how we handle your data. This policy explains our privacy practices and your rights.
Last Updated: December 2024
This policy applies to all users of UK Crime Check
We do not collect, store, or process any personal information. UK Crime Check does not require user registration, accounts, or personal details to access our services.
We may collect anonymous usage statistics such as page views and search queries to improve our service. This data cannot be used to identify individual users.
Our servers may log basic technical information such as IP addresses, browser types, and device information for security and performance purposes. This data is not linked to personal identities.
All crime data displayed on our platform is sourced from official UK government sources (data.police.uk) and is used solely to provide crime statistics and visualizations to users.
Anonymous usage data helps us understand how users interact with our platform, allowing us to improve functionality and user experience.
Technical logs are used to monitor system security, prevent abuse, and ensure reliable service delivery.
Since we do not collect personal information, we do not share, sell, or disclose personal data to third parties.
All crime data displayed is already public information provided by UK police forces through official government APIs under the Open Government License.
We may disclose information if required by law, court order, or to protect our rights and the safety of our users.
We use minimal essential cookies required for basic website functionality, such as remembering your theme preference (dark/light mode).
We do not use tracking cookies, advertising cookies, or any third-party analytics cookies that could identify or track individual users.
Some preferences may be stored locally in your browser (localStorage) for improved user experience. This data never leaves your device.
We implement appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect any data we process, including secure connections (HTTPS) and regular security updates.
Technical logs are retained for a maximum of 30 days for security purposes. No personal data is retained as none is collected.
We use minimal third-party services, all of which are carefully selected for their privacy and security standards.
Since we do not collect personal data, there is no personal information to access, modify, or delete. You maintain full control over your browsing experience.
You can use our service completely anonymously without providing any personal information or creating an account.
You can control cookies and local storage through your browser settings. Our service will continue to function with cookies disabled.
Our service is intended for general audiences. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13, as we do not collect personal information from any users.
Schools and educational institutions may use our platform for educational purposes about crime statistics and data visualization.
We may update this privacy policy from time to time. Any changes will be posted on this page with an updated revision date.
For significant changes, we will provide notice through our website or other appropriate means.
If you have any questions about this privacy policy or our data practices, please don't hesitate to contact us.
Data Protection: We are committed to protecting your privacy and complying with all applicable data protection laws.
Response Time: We aim to respond to all privacy-related inquiries within 48 hours.