Privacy Policy

Who we are

Kerb AI is a UK vehicle history intelligence service operated as a sole trader business. We provide plain English MOT history reports and vehicle data to help consumers make informed decisions when purchasing used vehicles. You can contact us at [email protected].

What data we collect

We collect the following data:

• —Email address when you create an account
• —Vehicle registration plates you search for
• —IP address for anonymous usage limiting
• —Search timestamps and frequency
• —Anonymous analytics data (pages visited, device type)

Why we collect it

• —Email — to provide your account and send service communications
• —Search history — to show you your past searches and enforce fair usage limits
• —IP address — to enforce the anonymous free check limit
• —Analytics — to understand how the service is used and improve it

Legal basis for processing

We process your data under the following legal bases under UK GDPR: contract performance (to provide the service you signed up for), legitimate interests (to prevent abuse and improve the service), and consent (for analytics cookies).

Who we share data with

We use the following third party services to operate Kerb AI:

• —Supabase — database and authentication (EU hosted)
• —Anthropic — AI analysis of vehicle data (no personal data sent)
• —DVSA / DVLA — UK government APIs for vehicle data
• —Railway — hosting infrastructure
• —Vercel Analytics — anonymous usage analytics

We do not sell your data to third parties.

How long we keep your data

• —Account data — until you delete your account
• —Search history — 12 months from the date of search
• —Anonymous IP records — 30 days

Your rights

Under UK GDPR you have the right to:

• —Access the data we hold about you
• —Correct inaccurate data
• —Request deletion of your data
• —Object to processing
• —Data portability

To exercise any of these rights, email us at [email protected]. We will respond within 30 days.

Cookies

We use essential cookies for authentication (keeping you logged in) and optional analytics cookies to understand usage patterns. You can decline analytics cookies via the cookie banner. Essential cookies cannot be disabled as they are required for the service to function.

ICO registration

Kerb AI is registered with the Information Commissioner's Office (ICO) as a data controller. If you have concerns about how we handle your data that we have not resolved, you have the right to lodge a complaint with the ICO at ico.org.uk.