This policy explains how VetMyCar ("we", "us", "our") collects, uses, and protects your personal data, in line with the UK GDPR and the Data Protection Act 2018. VetMyCar is operated by [business/individual name], and can be found at vetmycar.co.uk.
VetMyCar is a used-car inspection and vehicle history app for buyers in the UK. This policy applies to our website at vetmycar.co.uk, our mobile apps, and any related services.
Data controller: [your name / business name]
Contact: supportuniqueowl@gmail.com
| Category | Examples | Why we collect it |
|---|---|---|
| Account data | Name, email, password (hashed) | To create and secure your account |
| Vehicle search data | Registration numbers or VINs you search | To fetch and display vehicle information |
| Saved cars | Cars you save, checklist progress | To let you track and compare cars |
| Purchase data | HPI purchases, price paid | Payment processing and permanent report access |
| Payment details | Handled entirely by Stripe | We never see or store card numbers |
| Technical data | Device type, app version | Reliability and improvement |
Providing the service: performance of a contract — we need this data to give you the service.
Understanding usage patterns: legitimate interests — improving the app and understanding demand, in aggregated/pseudonymised form.
Marketing emails (if introduced): consent — always opt-in, never bundled with account creation.
Account data is kept while your account is active. Purchased vehicle history reports are kept indefinitely while your account is active, so you retain access to what you've paid for. Usage/analytics data is retained in aggregated or de-identified form after 12 months.
We do not share your data with data brokers or third parties for their own marketing purposes.
Under UK GDPR you can ask us to access, correct, delete, or export your data, object to processing based on legitimate interests, or withdraw consent at any time. Contact supportuniqueowl@gmail.com. You can also complain to the UK Information Commissioner's Office (ico.org.uk).
We use encrypted connections (HTTPS), hashed passwords, and access controls on our database. Payment data is handled entirely by Stripe, which is PCI-DSS compliant.
VetMyCar is intended for adults purchasing vehicles and is not directed at children. We do not knowingly collect data from anyone under 18.
We may update this policy as the app evolves. We'll post the updated version here with a new date, and notify you directly for material changes.
supportuniqueowl@gmail.com