Privacy Policy
1. Introduction
This Privacy Policy explains how Rate My MP ("we", "us", or "our") collects, uses, and protects your personal information when you use our website ratemymp.co.uk.
2. Information We Collect
We may collect and process the following data:
- Account Information: When you register, we collect your display name, email address, and password (securely hashed).
- Session Data: We generate and store a unique session identifier (session ID) in your browser’s cookies. This session ID is used to track activity on our site, even if you log out and log in with another account.
- Usage Data: We may collect information about your interactions with the site, such as login times, IP addresses, and browser type.
- Cookies: We use cookies to enhance your experience and for security purposes.
- Reviews: If you submit a review, we collect the content of your review, your display name, and any other information you choose to provide.
- Contact Information: If you contact us, we may collect your email address and any other information you provide in your message.
- Analytics: We may use third-party analytics services to collect and analyze usage data to improve our services.
- IP Address: We may log your IP address for security and analytics purposes.
- Device Information: We may collect information about the device you use to access our site, such as device type, operating system, and browser type.
- For more information please see our ICO document
3. How We Use Your Information
We use your information to:
- Provide and maintain our services
- Authenticate users and secure accounts
- Detect and prevent fraudulent or suspicious activity (such as account sharing)
- Improve our website and user experience
- Comply with legal obligations
4. Sharing Your Information
We do not sell or rent your personal information to third parties. We may share your data with:
- Service providers who assist us in operating the website (under confidentiality agreements)
- Law enforcement or regulatory authorities if required by law
5. Data Security
We take reasonable measures to protect your information from unauthorised access, disclosure, or destruction. Passwords are securely hashed, and sensitive data is encrypted where appropriate.
6. Your Rights
Depending on your jurisdiction, you may have the right to:
- Access, correct, or delete your personal data
- Object to or restrict certain processing
- Withdraw consent (where applicable)
To exercise these rights, please contact us at info@ratemymp.co.uk.
7. Cookies
You can control or delete cookies through your browser settings. Disabling cookies may affect your experience on our site.
8. Changes to This Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Changes will be posted on this page with an updated effective date.
9. Contact Us
If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy, please contact us at info@ratemymp.co.uk.