Privacy Policy
Effective date: 19 May 2026
Who We Are
Pub? is a mobile application operated by Fintan Lyons (“we”, “us”, “our”), designed to help users discover pubs, track visits, log drinks, and compete with friends through social features and leaderboards.
For the purposes of UK data protection law, we are the data controller of the personal data collected through the app.
Contact: fintan.lyons24@gmail.com
Information We Collect
We collect the following information when you use the app.
Account Information
When you create an account, we may collect:
- Email address
- Password
- Username
- Optional profile photo
Sign-In Providers
If you choose to sign in using Apple or Google, we receive information they make available to us, such as your name and email address, in accordance with their own privacy policies.
Location Information
With your permission, we use your device location while you use the app to:
- Display nearby pubs
- Provide map functionality
- Improve location-based features
We do not use background location tracking for core app functionality.
You can disable location access at any time through your device settings.
App Activity
We collect information relating to how you use the app, including:
- Pubs visited
- Drink logs
- Favourite pubs
- Achievements and points
- Postcode progress
- League participation
- Friend connections and interactions
User Content
We may collect content you choose to upload or submit, including:
- Pub reports
- Photos
- Feedback or comments
Notifications
If you enable notifications, we store a push notification token so we can send app notifications such as friend activity, league updates, or important service messages.
You can disable notifications at any time through your device settings.
Technical Information
We may automatically collect limited technical information required to operate the app, such as:
- Device type
- Operating system
- App version
- Crash and performance information
How We Use Your Information
We use your information to:
- Provide and maintain the app
- Authenticate users and keep accounts secure
- Display maps, leagues, leaderboards, and social features
- Improve app performance and user experience
- Respond to support requests and reports
- Prevent fraud, abuse, or misuse of the service
- Send notifications you have chosen to receive
Legal Basis for Processing (UK GDPR)
Under UK data protection law, we process personal data on the following legal bases where applicable:
- Contract — to provide the services you request through the app
- Consent — for permissions such as location access, notifications, and optional uploads
- Legitimate interests — for security, fraud prevention, app improvement, and operation of the service
Social Features and Visibility
Pub? includes social and competitive features.
Depending on how you use the app, certain information may be visible to other users, including:
- Username
- Profile photo
- Achievements and points
- Pub visits
- League participation
- Leaderboard rankings
Please only share information you are comfortable making visible to others.
Responsible Use
Pub? is intended as a social and discovery platform and does not encourage excessive or irresponsible alcohol consumption.
Users should drink responsibly and comply with all applicable laws relating to alcohol consumption.
Age Restriction
The app is intended for users aged 18 and over.
By using the app, you confirm that you are at least 18 years old.
We do not knowingly collect personal data from individuals under 18. If we become aware that a person under 18 has provided personal information, we will take steps to remove it.
Who We Share Information With
We may share information with trusted third-party service providers that help us operate the app, including:
- Supabase — authentication, database, and backend hosting
- Apple and Google — authentication services where used
- Expo — push notification delivery
These providers process data on our behalf and under their own privacy and security obligations.
We do not sell your personal data.
International Data Transfers
Some of our service providers may process data outside the United Kingdom.
Where this happens, we take reasonable steps to ensure appropriate safeguards are in place in accordance with UK data protection law.
Data Retention
We keep account and activity information while your account remains active.
You may request deletion of your account and associated personal data at any time.
We aim to respond to deletion requests within 30 days where reasonably possible.
Certain information may be retained where required for legal, security, or fraud prevention purposes.
Your Rights
Depending on your location and applicable law, you may have rights to:
- Access your personal data
- Correct inaccurate information
- Request deletion of your data
- Object to certain processing
- Request a copy of your data
To make a request, contact: fintan.lyons24@gmail.com
If you are based in the UK and believe your data protection rights have been breached, you may also complain to the UK Information Commissioner’s Office (ICO).
Security
We use reasonable technical and organisational measures, including trusted third-party providers, to help protect your information.
However, no online service can guarantee complete security.
Third-Party Services
The app may contain links or integrations with third-party services.
We are not responsible for the privacy practices or content of those third parties.
Changes to This Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time.
If we make material changes, we will update the effective date shown above.
Continued use of the app after changes become effective means you accept the updated policy.
Contact Us
If you have any questions, requests, or concerns about this Privacy Policy or your personal data, please contact: