Privacy Policy
1. 👥 Who We Are
What About Me is a UK-based platform supporting unpaid carers through community forums, events, resources, and peer-led networking. It is developed by carers for carers and our views and opinions are our own and not that of any organisations we may work with or for.
2. 📋 What Information We Collect
When you register or interact with our site, we may collect:
• Basic details: Name, email address, postcode
• Account credentials: Username and encrypted password
• Profile info: Caring role, interests, preferences
• Activity data: Forum posts, event sign-ups, page visits
• Optional: Any information you choose to share in blogs or discussions
3. 🔐 How We Use Your Information
We use your data to:
• Provide secure access to the members area
• Personalise your experience and recommend relevant content
• Facilitate forum discussions and event participation
• Send updates, newsletters, or alerts (you can opt out anytime)
• Improve our services through anonymised analytics
We do not sell your data or use it for automated profiling without your consent.
4. ⚖️ Legal Basis for Processing
We process your data under the UK GDPR using:
• Consent: For optional communications and shared content
• Contract: To deliver services you’ve signed up for
• Legitimate interests: To maintain and improve our platform
5. 🤝 Who We Share Your Data With
We may share limited data with:
• Regulatory authorities if legally required
• Other members only if you choose to post or interact publicly
We do not transfer your data outside the UK unless appropriate safeguards are in place.
6. 🗑️ Data Retention
We retain your data:
• While your account is active
• For up to 12 months after account closure (unless required longer for legal or safeguarding reasons)
You may request deletion at any time.
7. 🧭 Your Rights
Under UK data protection law, you have the right to:
• Access your data
• Correct inaccuracies
• Request deletion
• Object to processing
• Withdraw consent
To exercise these rights, contact us
8. 🍪 Cookies
We use cookies to:
• Enable secure login to the members area
• Remember your preferences (e.g. region, accessibility settings)
• Track usage to improve site performance and content relevance
• Facilitate social features like forums and event sign-ups
• Deliver optional analytics to help us understand what carers need most
We do not use cookies for advertising or profiling
9. 🔄 Changes to This Policy
We may update this policy to reflect changes in law or services. Significant changes will be communicated via email or site notice.
10. 📞 Contact Us