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Privacy Policy

Last updated: 25 June 2026

This page is maintained by Carautonomy to explain what information we collect when you use the Carautonomy website and mobile apps (the "Service"), how we use it, and the choices you have. We aim to keep it in plain English.

Who we are

Carautonomy is a UK-based service that helps drivers understand their cars. For privacy questions you can reach us via our contact page.

Information we collect

  • Account information. If you create an account, we store your email address and authentication details so we can sign you in.
  • Content you submit. Messages you send us, questions you ask Pocket Mechanic, and any details you choose to share.
  • Usage data. Pages viewed, approximate location (from IP), device and browser type, and similar analytics signals via Google Analytics.
  • Cookies and similar technologies. Used to keep you signed in and to measure how the Service is used.

How we use your information

  • To operate, maintain and improve the Service.
  • To respond to your messages and support requests.
  • To understand which content is useful so we can prioritise what we build next.
  • To keep the Service secure and prevent abuse.

We do not sell your personal information.

Service providers

We use trusted third parties to run the Service, including hosting, database and authentication providers, and Google Analytics for usage measurement. These providers only process data on our behalf.

Data retention

We keep account and content data for as long as your account is active, and only as long as we need it for the purposes above or to meet legal obligations. You can ask us to delete your account and associated data at any time.

Your rights (UK GDPR)

If you are in the UK or EEA, you have the right to access, correct, delete or export your personal data, and to object to or restrict certain processing. To exercise any of these rights, contact us via the contact page. You also have the right to complain to the UK Information Commissioner's Office (ico.org.uk).

Children

The Service is not directed to children under 13, and we do not knowingly collect personal information from them.

Changes to this policy

We may update this policy from time to time. When we do, we'll update the "Last updated" date above. Material changes will be highlighted on the site.

Contact

Questions about privacy? Get in touch.