Privacy Policy
App Name: UK Buddy
Last Updated: July 2026
⚠️ DISCLAIMER: UK Buddy is an independent app. It is not affiliated with, endorsed by, or representing any UK government department, the NHS, or any other official body. All links go directly to official and verified sources.
UK Buddy ("we", "us", or "our") is committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we handle information when you use our mobile application.
1. Information We Collect
UK Buddy does not collect, store, or share any personal information. The app works entirely on your device.
- We do not require you to create an account.
- We do not collect your name, email, location, or any identifying information.
- We do not use analytics or tracking tools.
2. Saved Bookmarks
When you save a resource, it is stored locally on your device using your phone's storage. This data never leaves your device and is not accessible to us.
3. External Links & Sources
The app contains links to third-party websites and services. When you tap a link, it opens in your browser. We are not responsible for the privacy practices of those external sites. All sources used in this app are listed below:
- Government & Visas: gov.uk, ukvi.homeoffice.gov.uk
- Healthcare (NHS): nhs.uk, 111.nhs.uk
- Housing & Renting: rightmove.co.uk, zoopla.co.uk, spareroom.co.uk, openrent.co.uk, shelter.org.uk, airbnb.co.uk, gov.uk
- Jobs & Benefits: uk.indeed.com, reed.co.uk, linkedin.com, gov.uk, nationalcareers.service.gov.uk
- Banking & Finance: monzo.com, revolut.com, starlingbank.com, barclays.co.uk, hsbc.co.uk, lloydsbank.com, natwest.com, santander.co.uk, halifax.co.uk, tsb.co.uk, metrobank.plc.uk, wise.com, remit.ly, aspora.com, barclaycard.co.uk, aquacard.co.uk, ocean.com, capitalone.co.uk, vanquis.co.uk, marbles.com, tandem.co.uk, tescobank.com, creditspring.co.uk, zilch.com, zable.co.uk
- Transport: tfl.gov.uk, nationalrail.co.uk, thetrainline.com, citymapper.com, uber.com, trainpal.com, trip.com, veezu.co.uk
- Utilities & SIM: britishgas.co.uk, edfenergy.com, octopus.energy, ovoenergy.com, scottishpower.co.uk, shellenergy.co.uk, nationalgas.com, bt.com, sky.com, talktalk.co.uk, hyperoptic.com, plusnet.com, uswitch.com, comparethemarket.com, moneysavingexpert.com, giffgaff.com, o2.co.uk, three.co.uk, ee.co.uk, vodafone.co.uk, smarty.co.uk, lebara.co.uk, voxi.co.uk, 1pmobile.com, idmobile.co.uk, skymobile.co.uk, tescomobile.com, talkmobile.co.uk, asdamobile.co.uk, honestmobile.co.uk, tvlicensing.co.uk
- Education: britishcouncil.org, ucas.com, bbc.co.uk
- Community & Help: citizensadvice.org.uk, migranthelpuk.org, meetup.com, do-it.org
- Emergency & Safety: gov.uk, police.uk, nationalgas.com, samaritans.org, actionfraud.police.uk, crimestoppers-uk.org
4. Referral Links
Some links in the app are referral links. If you sign up through these links, the referral partner may record that sign-up. We do not receive any personal data from this process — only a referral confirmation.
5. Children's Privacy
This app is not directed at children under 13. We do not knowingly collect any information from children.
6. Changes to This Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Any changes will be reflected by updating the "Last Updated" date above.
7. Contact Us
If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy, please contact us at:
Email: freshtouk@gmail.com
All information provided in UK Buddy is for guidance only. Always verify with official sources directly. UK Buddy is not a government entity.