At Open Court Data, we take your privacy seriously. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and protect your information when you use our services.
1. Information We Collect
We collect minimal personal information. The types of data we may collect include:
- Usage Data: Anonymous information about how you interact with our website, such as pages visited and search queries.
- Technical Data: IP address, browser type, device information, and operating system for security and performance purposes.
- Cookies: We use essential cookies to ensure the website functions properly. We do not use tracking cookies for advertising.
2. Public Court Data
The court records and case information displayed on this website are public records obtained from official sources. This data is already publicly available through court listings and official publications. We do not publish any private or restricted information beyond what is already in the public domain.
3. How We Use Your Information
We use collected information for the following purposes:
- To provide and maintain our service
- To improve website performance and user experience
- To detect and prevent security issues or abuse
- To analyze usage patterns and optimize our services
4. Data Sharing
We do not sell, trade, or rent your personal information to third parties. We may share anonymized usage statistics with service providers who help us operate the website.
5. Data Security
We implement appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect the data we collect. However, no internet transmission is completely secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.
6. Your Rights
Under UK data protection law, you have the right to:
- Access the personal data we hold about you
- Request correction of inaccurate data
- Request deletion of your personal data
- Object to certain types of data processing
- Request restriction of processing
To exercise any of these rights, please contact us using the details provided on our About page.
7. Third-Party Links
Our website may contain links to external websites. We are not responsible for the privacy practices or content of these third-party sites.
8. Children's Privacy
Our services are not intended for children under 13 years of age. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children.
9. Changes to This Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Changes will be posted on this page with an updated revision date.
10. Contact Us
If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy or our data practices, please visit our About page for contact information.
Last updated: May 2026