Last updated: 7 February 2026
Who We Are
MedWatch UK (mediwatch.co.uk) provides free medicine shortage alerts for UK patients. This policy explains how we handle your information.
Information We Collect
Email Alerts
If you sign up for shortage alerts, we collect your email address and the medicines you choose to track. This information is used solely to send you relevant shortage notifications.
Website Analytics
We may use privacy-respecting analytics to understand how visitors use our site. This data is aggregated and does not identify individual users.
No Cookies for Tracking
We do not use advertising cookies or third-party tracking. Essential cookies may be used for site functionality only.
How We Use Your Data
- To send medicine shortage alerts you've subscribed to
- To improve our service and fix issues
- To respond to your enquiries
Data Sharing
We do not sell, rent, or share your personal data with third parties. Your email address is never shared with advertisers or marketing companies.
Data Retention
Email alert subscriptions are retained until you unsubscribe. You can unsubscribe at any time using the link in any alert email.
Your Rights (UK GDPR)
Under UK data protection law, you have the right to:
- Access your personal data
- Correct inaccurate data
- Request deletion of your data
- Unsubscribe from communications
- Lodge a complaint with the ICO
Contact
For any data protection enquiries, email hello@mediwatch.co.uk.