Privacy Policy
Last updated: 21 February 2026
In short: GEO:POLLr collects the information needed to run the site (accounts, poll responses, and approximate location data when you choose to share it). We don’t sell your personal data. We use reasonable safeguards and only share data where necessary to operate the service or comply with the law.
Who we are
GEO:POLLr (“we”, “us”, “our”) operates the GEO:POLLr platform and acts as the data controller for the personal data processed through this website.
What data we collect
- Account data: email address, username, password (stored securely as a hash), and any optional profile details you provide.
- Poll participation: the answers you submit and when you submit them.
- Location data (only if you provide it): latitude/longitude and place names associated with locations you choose within the app (for example current or origin location).
- Usage and technical data: IP address, browser/device information, pages visited, and error logs used for security, analytics (where consented), and troubleshooting.
- Cookies and local storage: used for login sessions, site functionality, and (if you consent) analytics.
How we use your data
- To create and manage your account and keep you signed in.
- To record poll answers and display aggregated results, maps, and statistics.
- To improve GEO:POLLr, prevent abuse, maintain security, and diagnose technical issues.
- To communicate important account or service-related messages (such as verification or security alerts).
Legal basis (UK GDPR)
We process personal data under one or more of these lawful bases:
- Contract: to provide the service you sign up for.
- Legitimate interests: running, improving, and securing the platform, preventing misuse, and understanding how GEO:POLLr is used so we can make it better.
- Consent: where you choose to provide optional information or accept analytics cookies.
- Legal obligation: where we must comply with applicable laws or valid requests.
How poll results are shown
GEO:POLLr focuses on trends rather than identifying individuals. Where appropriate, results may be grouped, generalised, or displayed with reduced precision, and very small sample sizes may be hidden to help protect privacy.
Sharing your data
We only share personal data where necessary to operate GEO:POLLr or meet legal obligations. Examples may include:
- Service providers: web hosting, infrastructure, email delivery, analytics (where consented), or security services.
- Legal reasons: if required to comply with law, enforce our terms, or protect rights and safety.
We do not sell personal data. Sponsored or partner polls receive aggregated or anonymised results unless you are clearly informed otherwise and provide explicit consent.
Cookies and analytics
We use essential cookies for login sessions and core site functionality. With your permission, we may also use analytics cookies to understand how the site is used. You can accept or reject analytics through our cookie controls.
Data retention
We keep personal data only for as long as needed to operate the service and meet legal or security requirements. For example, account data is retained while your account remains active and may be kept for a limited period afterwards for fraud prevention, legal compliance, or system integrity.
Security
We apply reasonable technical and organisational safeguards, including secure password storage, access controls, and monitoring for abuse. No online platform is completely risk-free, but we aim to take sensible precautions.
Your rights
Depending on your location, you may have rights to:
- Access the personal data we hold about you.
- Correct inaccurate data.
- Request deletion of your account or personal data where applicable.
- Object to or restrict certain processing.
- Data portability where technically feasible.
- Withdraw consent at any time where processing relies on consent.
If you are in the UK and believe we have not handled your data properly, you also have the right to complain to the Information Commissioner’s Office (ICO).
Additional regional rights
Depending on where you live, you may have additional privacy rights under local laws. GEO:POLLr does not sell personal data or use targeted advertising based on personal profiles.
Children
GEO:POLLr is not intended for children under 13. If you believe a child has provided personal data, contact us and we will take appropriate steps.
International transfers
Where service providers process data outside the UK, we take steps to ensure appropriate safeguards are in place where required by law.
Changes to this policy
We may update this policy occasionally. The latest version will always be shown here, with the “Last updated” date above.
Contact
If you have questions or privacy requests:
- Email:
privacy@geopollr.com - Website: GEO:POLLr