Privacy Policy
Last updated: 8 June 2026
This Privacy Policy explains how Surveys Near Me (“we”, “us”, “our”) collects, uses and protects personal data when you use our website at surveysnearme.co.uk.
1. Who We Are
Surveys Near Me is a UK-based property surveyor directory. We are the data controller for personal data collected through this website.
2. What Data We Collect
When you send an enquiry
We collect your name, email address, phone number (optional) and the content of your message. This information is passed directly to the surveyor you contacted and is not retained in our database beyond what is necessary for delivery.
When you create an account
If you register as a surveyor, we collect your name, business name, email address, phone number and professional qualifications for verification and listing purposes.
Technical data
We collect standard server log data including IP addresses, browser type and pages visited. This data is used solely for security and site performance purposes.
3. How We Use Your Data
- To forward your enquiry to the surveyor you contacted
- To verify surveyor qualifications and manage listings
- To improve the quality and performance of our directory
- To comply with legal obligations
We do not sell, rent or share your personal data with third parties for marketing purposes.
4. Cookies
We use essential cookies only — cookies that are strictly necessary for the website to function. We do not use tracking, analytics or advertising cookies without your explicit consent.
5. Data Retention
Enquiry data is retained for up to 90 days and then deleted. Surveyor account data is retained for the duration of the listing and for up to 2 years after account closure. Server logs are retained for 30 days.
6. Your Rights Under GDPR
You have the right to: access the personal data we hold about you; correct inaccurate data; request deletion of your data; restrict processing of your data; and lodge a complaint with the Information Commissioner’s Office (ICO) at ico.org.uk.
7. Contact
To exercise any of your rights or for any privacy-related query, contact us at privacy@surveysnearme.co.uk.