Privacy Policy

Last updated: January 2025

1. Introduction

Welcome to Nearby Me. We are committed to protecting your personal information and your right to privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you use our website and services.

Nearby Me is a platform that helps people discover and book local activities, classes, and events in Camden, Barnet, and surrounding London boroughs.

2. Information We Collect

We collect information that you provide directly to us, including:

  • Contact information (name, email address, phone number)
  • Account credentials when you create an account
  • Search preferences and activity interests
  • Booking and transaction information
  • Communications you send to us

We also automatically collect certain information when you use our services:

  • Device and browser information
  • IP address and location data (with your consent)
  • Usage data and browsing patterns
  • Cookies and similar tracking technologies

3. How We Use Your Information

We use your information to:

  • Provide, maintain, and improve our services
  • Process bookings and transactions
  • Send you relevant activity recommendations
  • Communicate with you about updates and offers
  • Respond to your enquiries and support requests
  • Ensure the security and integrity of our platform
  • Comply with legal obligations

4. Information Sharing

We may share your information with:

  • Activity providers when you make a booking
  • Service providers who assist in operating our platform
  • Legal authorities when required by law

We do not sell your personal information to third parties.

5. Cookies and Tracking

We use cookies and similar technologies to enhance your experience, analyse usage patterns, and deliver personalised content. You can manage your cookie preferences through your browser settings.

6. Data Security

We implement appropriate technical and organisational measures to protect your personal information against unauthorised access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction. However, no method of transmission over the Internet is 100% secure.

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
  • Request data portability
  • Withdraw consent at any time

To exercise any of these rights, please contact us using the details below.

8. Data Retention

We retain your personal information for as long as necessary to provide our services, comply with legal obligations, resolve disputes, and enforce our agreements. When no longer required, we securely delete or anonymise your data.

9. Children's Privacy

Our services are not directed to individuals under 16 years of age. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children. If you believe we have collected data from a child, 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 material changes by posting the new 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:

Nearby Me
Email: privacy@nearbyme.co.uk
Address: London, United Kingdom