Privacy and Cookies Statement

Last Updated: January 2025

1. Introduction

SafeWiFi ("we", "our", or "us") is committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy and Cookies Statement explains how we collect, use, and protect your personal data in accordance with the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) and other applicable data protection laws.

2. Data Controller

The data controller responsible for your personal data is:

Safewifi.co.uk
Email: privacy@safewifi.co.uk

3. Information We Collect

We may collect the following types of information:

  • Usage Data: Information about how you use our website, including pages visited, time spent, and interactions
  • Device Information: Browser type, operating system, IP address (anonymized), and device identifiers
  • Location Data: Approximate geographic location based on IP address (if you consent)
  • Cookie Data: Information stored in cookies as described in our Cookie Policy below

4. How We Use Your Information

We use your information for the following purposes:

  • To provide and maintain our Service
  • To improve and optimize our website
  • To analyze usage patterns and trends
  • To detect and prevent technical issues
  • To comply with legal obligations

5. Legal Basis for Processing

We process your personal data based on:

  • Consent: When you have given explicit consent for specific purposes
  • Legitimate Interests: To improve our services and ensure website security
  • Legal Obligation: To comply with applicable laws and regulations

6. Data Sharing and Disclosure

We do not sell your personal data. We may share your information with:

  • Service Providers: Third-party companies that help us operate our website (e.g., hosting providers, analytics services)
  • Legal Requirements: When required by law or to protect our rights

7. Data Retention

We retain your personal data only for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this policy. Usage data is typically retained for up to 12 months, unless a longer retention period is required by law.

8. Your Rights Under GDPR

You have the following rights regarding your personal data:

  • Right to Access: Request a copy of your personal data
  • Right to Rectification: Request correction of inaccurate data
  • Right to Erasure: Request deletion of your data ("right to be forgotten")
  • Right to Restrict Processing: Request limitation of data processing
  • Right to Data Portability: Receive your data in a structured format
  • Right to Object: Object to processing based on legitimate interests
  • Right to Withdraw Consent: Withdraw consent at any time

To exercise these rights, contact us at privacy@safewifi.co.uk

9. Cookie Policy

We use cookies to enhance your browsing experience. Cookies are small text files stored on your device.

Types of Cookies We Use:

  • Essential Cookies: Necessary for the website to function properly. These cannot be disabled.
  • Analytical Cookies: Help us understand how visitors use our website (e.g., Google Analytics)
  • Marketing Cookies: Used to track visitors and display relevant advertisements

Managing Cookies:

You can manage your cookie preferences by:

  • Using our Cookie Consent tool
  • Adjusting your browser settings to block or delete cookies
  • Opting out of third-party analytics services

10. Third-Party Services

We use the following third-party services:

  • Google Maps: For displaying WiFi location maps
  • Google Analytics: For website analytics (if you consent)
  • Cloudflare: For content delivery and security

These services have their own privacy policies and may collect data independently.

11. Data Security

We implement appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect your personal data, including:

  • SSL/TLS encryption for data transmission
  • Secure server infrastructure
  • Regular security audits
  • Access controls and authentication

12. International Data Transfers

Your data may be transferred to and processed in countries outside the European Economic Area (EEA). We ensure appropriate safeguards are in place, such as Standard Contractual Clauses approved by the European Commission.

13. Children's Privacy

Our Service is not intended for children under 16 years of age. We do not knowingly collect personal data from children. If you believe we have collected data from a child, please contact us immediately.

14. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy and Cookies Statement from time to time. We will notify you of significant changes by posting the new policy on this page and updating the "Last Updated" date.

15. Contact Us

If you have questions about this Privacy and Cookies Statement or wish to exercise your rights, please contact us:

Email: privacy@safewifi.co.uk

16. Supervisory Authority

You have the right to lodge a complaint with a supervisory authority, in particular in the EU member state of your residence, if you believe our processing of your personal data violates GDPR.

UK Supervisory Authority:
Information Commissioner's Office (ICO)
Website: ico.org.uk