Effective date: 12 Sept 2025
At NHS GP Finder, we value your privacy and are committed to protecting your personal information. This Privacy Policy explains what data we collect, how we use it, and the steps we take to keep it safe.
Who We Are
NHS GP Finder is an independent health and news information platform designed to help people access reliable updates about GP services, healthcare trends, and wellbeing. We are not affiliated with NHS England or the Department of Health and Social Care.
Information We Collect
When you use our website, we may collect:
- Personal information you provide (such as name, email address, or feedback submitted via forms).
- Usage data (such as pages visited, time spent on the site, and technical details like browser type and IP address).
- Cookies and similar technologies to improve user experience and measure website performance.
How We Use Your Information
We use the data we collect to:
- Provide you with news, updates, and healthcare information.
- Improve the design, content, and performance of our website.
- Respond to your questions, comments, or feedback.
- Send newsletters or updates if you have subscribed.
- Ensure security and prevent fraudulent or harmful activity.
Sharing of Information
- We do not sell or rent your personal data to third parties.
- We may share data with trusted service providers who support website hosting, analytics, or email services—only as needed to provide our services.
- We may disclose information if required by law or to protect our legal rights.
Cookies
NHS GP Finder uses cookies to:
- Remember your preferences.
- Understand how users engage with our content.
- Display relevant content and manage advertising responsibly.
You can manage or disable cookies through your browser settings at any time.
Data Security
We take appropriate measures to protect your information from loss, misuse, unauthorised access, or disclosure. However, no online platform can be 100% secure, so we encourage you to take care when sharing personal details.
Your Rights
As a user in the UK, you have the right to:
- Access the personal data we hold about you.
- Request corrections to inaccurate or incomplete data.
- Request deletion of your personal data (where applicable).
- Withdraw consent to receiving communications at any time.
To exercise your rights, please contact us at:
Links to External Websites
Our site may include links to external websites. Please note that we are not responsible for the privacy practices or content of those sites. We recommend reviewing their privacy policies.
Updates to This Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Any significant changes will be posted on this page with an updated “last revised” date.
