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Privacy Policy

Last updated: 23 May 2026

This Privacy Policy explains how BlockHub52 ("we", "us", "our") collects, uses, and protects your personal information when you use our website at blockhub52.co.uk, our software application at blockhub52.ai, or sign up to receive our newsletter.

We are committed to protecting your privacy and complying with the UK General Data Protection Regulation (UK GDPR) and the Data Protection Act 2018.

1. Who We Are

BlockHub52 is a software service for UK residential block directors. For data protection purposes, BlockHub52 is the data controller for all personal information collected via our website, application, and newsletter.

If you have any questions about how we handle your data, please contact us at team@blockhub52.co.uk.

2. What Information We Collect

When you apply for beta access, we collect your name, email address, building name, number of flats, current management situation, and how you heard about us (optional).

When you use the BlockHub52 app, we collect and store information you enter to manage your building, which may include: director names and contact details, leaseholder names and flat addresses, service charge records and payment history, compliance deadlines and documentation, and building-related correspondence. This data belongs to you and is processed solely to provide the service.

When you sign up to our newsletter, we collect your name and email address. You can unsubscribe at any time using the link in any email we send.

When you use the contact form, we collect your name, email address, subject, and message.

We do not collect payment information during the beta period. We do not use tracking cookies or behavioural advertising tools.

3. Why We Collect It and Our Legal Basis

  • Beta application review — to assess suitability and contact you about your application. Legal basis: legitimate interests.
  • Providing the BlockHub52 app — to deliver the service you have signed up for. Legal basis: contract performance.
  • Newsletter — to send you updates, tips, and news relevant to UK block management. Legal basis: consent. You may withdraw consent at any time by unsubscribing.
  • Contact form enquiries — to respond to your question or support request. Legal basis: legitimate interests.
  • Product updates and communications — to inform you of changes to the service relevant to your use. Legal basis: legitimate interests. You can opt out at any time.

4. How We Use Your Information

We use the information you provide to deliver and improve the BlockHub52 service, communicate with you about your account or application, send the newsletter where you have subscribed, and respond to support enquiries. We will never sell, rent, or share your personal data with third parties for marketing purposes.

5. Who We Share Your Data With

We use a small number of trusted third-party services to operate BlockHub52:

  • Resend — email delivery provider, used to send application notifications, account emails, and the newsletter.
  • Supabase — database and application infrastructure provider. All app and account data is stored on Supabase's infrastructure.
  • Vercel — hosting provider for the BlockHub52 application at blockhub52.ai.

All third-party processors are required to handle your data in accordance with UK GDPR under appropriate data processing agreements.

6. How Long We Keep Your Data

  • Beta applications — retained for up to 12 months if unsuccessful, or for the duration of your access if accepted.
  • App data — retained for the duration of your active account and for a reasonable period thereafter to allow for data export requests. You may request deletion at any time.
  • Newsletter — retained until you unsubscribe. We will delete your data promptly on unsubscription.
  • Contact form messages — retained for up to 12 months for reference purposes.

7. Your Rights

Under UK GDPR you have the right to:

  • Access the personal data we hold about you
  • Correct any inaccurate information
  • Request deletion of your personal data
  • Object to or restrict our processing of your data
  • Data portability — receive your data in a structured, machine-readable format
  • Withdraw consent at any time where processing is based on consent (e.g. newsletter)

To exercise any of these rights, please email team@blockhub52.co.uk. We will respond within one calendar month.

8. Cookies

Our website uses only essential cookies required for the site to function. We do not use analytics, advertising, or tracking cookies. The BlockHub52 application uses session cookies necessary for you to remain logged in. No consent is required for essential or strictly necessary cookies under UK law.

9. Security

We take appropriate technical and organisational measures to protect your personal data against unauthorised access, loss, or disclosure. All data is encrypted in transit (HTTPS) and at rest.

10. Complaints

If you are unhappy with how we have handled your personal data, you have the right to lodge a complaint with the UK Information Commissioner's Office (ICO) at ico.org.uk or by calling 0303 123 1113.

11. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Any changes will be posted on this page with an updated date. For material changes, we will notify active users by email.