Privacy Policy — FreeFuelPrice UK
Effective date: 7 May 2026 Last updated: 7 May 2026
1. Who we are
FreeFuelPrice UK is operated by FreeFuelPriceApp Ltd, a company registered in England and Wales.
- Data controller: FreeFuelPriceApp Ltd
- Contact: privacy@freefuelpriceapp.com
- Website: https://freefuelpriceapp.com
We take your privacy seriously. This policy explains what personal data we collect through the FreeFuelPrice UK app and website, why we collect it, and your rights under the UK General Data Protection Regulation (UK GDPR) and the Data Protection Act 2018.
2. What we collect
2.1 Location data
What: Your device's approximate or precise location (GPS coordinates), collected only while you are actively using the app. Why: To show you the cheapest fuel stations near you, calculate distances, and display relevant map views. When: Only when you open the app or request a nearby-station search. We do not collect location in the background. Format: Co-ordinates are processed in real time to query our station database. We do not store a log of your location history.
2.2 Vehicle registration data
What: The vehicle registration number (number plate) you voluntarily enter for the MOT lookup or "My Vehicles" feature. Why: To query the DVLA vehicle database and DVSA MOT history service on your behalf and return results to you. Stored: If you choose to save a vehicle, the registration is stored locally on your device and (if you create an account) in your account on our servers. We do not share it with third parties beyond DVLA/DVSA for the purpose of the lookup.
2.3 Anonymous usage analytics
What: Aggregated, non-identifiable data about how features are used — for example, which screens are visited, how often a search is performed, and general performance metrics. No unique device identifiers, no name, no email, no precise location. Why: To understand how the app is used and improve it. When planned: A privacy-first anonymous analytics layer is planned for a future release. We will update this policy before it goes live.
2.4 Crash diagnostics
What: Crash reports that include the type of error, device OS version, app version, and a stack trace. These reports do not include your name, email, location, or vehicle registration. Why: To identify and fix bugs. Provider: Sentry (see Section 7). Crash reporting is planned for a future release. We will update this policy before it is enabled.
2.5 Account data (optional)
If you choose to create an account:
- Email address — for account access and important service communications.
- Saved vehicles — registration numbers you add to "My Vehicles".
- Saved stations — fuel stations you bookmark.
Account creation is entirely optional. All core features are available without an account.
2.6 Website cookies and tracking
The FreeFuelPrice UK app itself does not use cookies or web tracking technologies. Our website (freefuelpriceapp.com) may use strictly necessary cookies to operate the contact and waitlist forms. No advertising or profiling cookies are used.
3. Lawful basis for processing
| Data | Lawful basis |
|---|---|
| Location | Legitimate interests (Article 6(1)(f) UK GDPR) — providing the core nearby-station feature you expect. You can withdraw by denying location permission in device settings. |
| Vehicle registration (MOT lookup) | Performance of a service you requested (Article 6(1)(b)) |
| Vehicle registration (saved vehicles) | Consent (Article 6(1)(a)) — you choose to save it |
| Account email | Performance of a contract (Article 6(1)(b)) |
| Anonymous analytics | Legitimate interests (Article 6(1)(f)) — data is not linked to any individual |
| Crash diagnostics | Legitimate interests (Article 6(1)(f)) — maintaining a safe, functional service |
4. Retention
| Data | Retention period |
|---|---|
| Location data | Not retained — processed in real time and discarded |
| Vehicle registrations (MOT lookup, no account) | Not retained — processed in real time and discarded |
| Saved vehicles (account) | Until you delete them or close your account |
| Account data | Until you close your account, plus 30 days for backup purposes |
| Anonymous analytics | Aggregated — not linked to individuals; retained up to 24 months |
| Crash reports | 90 days |
5. How we use your data
We use your data only for the purposes described above. We do not:
- Sell your personal data.
- Use your data for advertising targeting.
- Profile you for automated decision-making with legal or significant effects.
6. Third parties we share data with
We share data only where necessary to provide the service.
6.1 DVLA (Driver and Vehicle Licensing Agency)
When you perform a vehicle registration lookup, we send the registration number to the DVLA's official API. The DVLA is a government agency of His Majesty's Government. Their privacy notice is available at https://www.gov.uk/dvla/privacynotice.
6.2 DVSA (Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency)
MOT history data is retrieved from the DVSA MOT History API. The DVSA is a government agency. Their privacy notice is available at https://www.gov.uk/government/organisations/driver-and-vehicle-standards-agency.
6.3 Google Maps / Apple Maps
Map tiles and routing features are provided by Google Maps (Android) and Apple Maps (iOS). When you view a map or get directions, your device interacts with those services under their own privacy policies:
6.4 Sentry
Crash diagnostics (when enabled) are processed by Sentry, Inc. Sentry processes data under a Data Processing Agreement with us. Sentry's privacy policy: https://sentry.io/privacy/
6.5 Hosting and infrastructure
Our servers and databases are hosted on infrastructure based in the UK and/or EEA. We choose providers who are contractually bound to process data only on our instructions.
7. International transfers
Where any of the third parties above process data outside the UK or EEA, we ensure appropriate safeguards are in place, including:
- Standard Contractual Clauses (SCCs) approved by the ICO or the European Commission.
- Adequacy decisions where applicable.
Sentry is a US company. We rely on SCCs for any transfer to Sentry. Details are available on request at privacy@freefuelpriceapp.com.
8. Your rights
Under the UK GDPR and the Data Protection Act 2018, you have the right to:
- Access — request a copy of the personal data we hold about you.
- Rectification — ask us to correct inaccurate data.
- Erasure ("right to be forgotten") — ask us to delete your data, subject to legal obligations.
- Restriction — ask us to limit how we use your data while a dispute is resolved.
- Portability — receive your account data in a machine-readable format.
- Object — object to processing based on legitimate interests.
- Withdraw consent — where processing is based on consent, withdraw it at any time.
To exercise any right, email privacy@freefuelpriceapp.com. We will respond within one calendar month.
You also have the right to lodge a complaint with the UK's supervisory authority:
*Information Commissioner's Office (ICO)*
Website: https://ico.org.uk Helpline: 0303 123 1113
9. Contact us
For any privacy-related questions or requests:
*FreeFuelPriceApp Ltd*
Email: privacy@freefuelpriceapp.com Website: https://freefuelpriceapp.com
10. Children
FreeFuelPrice UK is intended for users aged 13 and over. We do not knowingly collect personal data from children under 13. If you believe a child under 13 has provided us with personal data, please contact us at privacy@freefuelpriceapp.com and we will delete it promptly.
11. Cookies
In the app: The FreeFuelPrice UK app does not use cookies.
On the website (freefuelpriceapp.com): We may use strictly necessary cookies to make the website function (for example, to process form submissions). We do not use advertising, analytics, or tracking cookies on the website.
12. Updates to this policy
We may update this policy from time to time. When we make material changes, we will notify you via an in-app notification or email (if you have an account) at least 14 days before the changes take effect. The updated effective date will always appear at the top of this document.
Continued use of FreeFuelPrice UK after changes take effect constitutes acceptance of the updated policy.
FreeFuelPriceApp Ltd — privacy@freefuelpriceapp.com