Privacy Policy

Last updated: 29 January 2026

Introduction

This Privacy Policy explains how O2 Store Finder UK ("we", "us", or "our"), accessible at ostores2.com, collects, uses, discloses, and protects information when you use our website. We are committed to protecting your privacy and ensuring transparency about our data practices.

By using our website, you consent to the data practices described in this policy. If you do not agree with this policy, please do not use our website.

Information We Collect

Automatically Collected Information

When you visit our website, we and our third-party partners may automatically collect certain information including:

  • Your IP address
  • Browser type and version
  • Operating system
  • Device type and screen resolution
  • Pages visited and time spent on pages
  • Referring website or source
  • Date and time of visits
  • Click patterns and interactions

Location Information

If you choose to use the "Use my location" feature, we collect your geographic location to show nearby O2 stores. This information is:

  • Only collected with your explicit consent via browser permission
  • Used solely to display nearby stores
  • Not stored on our servers or shared with third parties
  • Processed locally in your browser

Cookies and Tracking Technologies

We use cookies and similar tracking technologies to collect information about your browsing activities. Cookies are small text files stored on your device that help us improve your experience and serve relevant advertisements.

Third-Party Cookies and Advertising

Third-party vendors, including Google, use cookies to serve ads based on your prior visits to this website or other websites.

Google's use of advertising cookies enables it and its partners to serve ads to you based on your visit to our site and/or other sites on the Internet.

These advertising cookies may track your browsing habits across different websites to build a profile of your interests and show you relevant advertisements.

Google AdSense

We use Google AdSense to display advertisements on our website. Google AdSense uses the DoubleClick cookie to serve ads. This cookie enables Google and its partners to serve ads based on your visits to this site and other sites on the Internet.

Google may collect and use data for ad personalization. You can learn more about how Google uses your data by visiting: How Google uses information from sites that use our services.

Opt-Out of Personalized Advertising

You may opt out of personalized advertising by visiting:

Please note that opting out does not mean you will no longer see ads; it means the ads you see may be less relevant to your interests.

For more information on how cookies work, please see our Cookie Policy.

How We Use Information

We use the information we collect to:

  • Provide and maintain our store locator service
  • Improve our website functionality and user experience
  • Analyze website traffic and usage patterns
  • Display relevant advertisements through Google AdSense
  • Detect and prevent fraud or technical issues
  • Comply with legal obligations

Third-Party Services

We use the following third-party services that may collect information about you:

Service Purpose Privacy Policy
Google AdSense Display advertising Google Privacy Policy
OpenStreetMap Map display OSM Privacy Policy
Google Fonts Typography Google Privacy Policy
Postcodes.io Postcode lookup Postcodes.io

GDPR Compliance (European Economic Area)

If you are located in the European Economic Area (EEA), United Kingdom, or Switzerland, you have certain data protection rights under the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR). These include:

  • Right to Access: You can request copies of your personal data.
  • Right to Rectification: You can request correction of inaccurate or incomplete data.
  • Right to Erasure: You can request deletion of your personal data under certain conditions.
  • Right to Restrict Processing: You can request limitation of how we use your data.
  • Right to Object: You can object to our processing of your personal data.
  • Right to Data Portability: You can request transfer of your data to another organization.
  • Right to Withdraw Consent: You can withdraw consent for data processing at any time.

To exercise these rights, please contact us using the details provided below. We will respond to your request within 30 days.

The legal basis for processing your data includes: consent (for cookies), legitimate interests (for website operation), and legal compliance.

CCPA Compliance (California Residents)

If you are a California resident, you have specific rights under the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA) and California Privacy Rights Act (CPRA):

  • Right to Know: You can request disclosure of the personal information we collect, use, and share.
  • Right to Delete: You can request deletion of your personal information.
  • Right to Opt-Out: You can opt out of the "sale" or "sharing" of your personal information for targeted advertising.
  • Right to Non-Discrimination: We will not discriminate against you for exercising your privacy rights.
  • Right to Correct: You can request correction of inaccurate personal information.
  • Right to Limit Use of Sensitive Personal Information: You can limit how we use sensitive data.

We do not sell your personal information in the traditional sense. However, our use of advertising cookies may be considered "sharing" under CCPA. You can opt out by using the advertising opt-out links above or adjusting your cookie preferences.

To submit a CCPA request, please contact us at the email address below.

US State Privacy Laws

We comply with state privacy laws including those in Virginia, Colorado, Connecticut, Utah, Oregon, Texas, Montana, Delaware, Iowa, Nebraska, New Hampshire, New Jersey, Tennessee, Minnesota, Maryland, and upcoming laws in Indiana, Kentucky, and Rhode Island (effective January 1, 2026).

Residents of these states may have rights similar to those described under CCPA, including the right to access, delete, correct, and opt out of targeted advertising. To exercise your rights, please contact us.

We support Global Privacy Control (GPC) signals and will honor opt-out preferences communicated through this mechanism.

Data Security

We implement appropriate technical and organizational security measures to protect information transmitted through our website, including:

  • Secure HTTPS encryption for all connections
  • Regular security assessments
  • Limited access to personal data

However, no method of transmission over the Internet is 100% secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.

Data Retention

We retain personal information only for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes for which it was collected, including legal, accounting, or reporting requirements. Cookie data retention periods vary by cookie type and provider.

International Data Transfers

Your information may be transferred to and processed in countries other than your country of residence. These countries may have different data protection laws. When we transfer data internationally, we ensure appropriate safeguards are in place.

Children's Privacy

Our website is not intended for children under 16 years of age. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 16. If you believe we have collected information from a child, please contact us immediately and we will take steps to delete such information.

Do Not Track Signals

We honor Do Not Track (DNT) signals and Global Privacy Control (GPC) signals from your browser. When we detect such signals, we will limit personalized advertising accordingly.

Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy periodically to reflect changes in our practices or legal requirements. We will post the updated policy on this page with a new "Last updated" date. We encourage you to review this policy regularly.

Contact Us

If you have questions about this Privacy Policy, wish to exercise your privacy rights, or have concerns about our data practices, please contact us:

We will respond to your inquiry within 30 days.

Disclaimer

This website (ostores2.com) is an independent store locator and is not affiliated with, endorsed by, or sponsored by O2, Telefónica UK Limited, or any of their subsidiaries. O2 is a registered trademark of Telefónica UK Limited. All store information is provided for informational purposes only.