Terms of Use & Data Notice

Please read these terms carefully before using GovSpendBase.

1. Introduction

Welcome to GovSpendBase ("the Website"). GovSpendBase provides access to publicly available UK government spending and procurement data, presented for research, transparency, and informational purposes.

By accessing the Website, creating an account, or using any of its features, you agree to be bound by these Terms of Use.

2. Nature of the Service

GovSpendBase aggregates, processes, and presents information derived from public-sector sources. While reasonable efforts are made to ensure accuracy and clarity, the data is provided "as is" and may be incomplete, delayed, or subject to change at source.

GovSpendBase is an independent project and is not affiliated with, endorsed by, or connected to any UK government department or public body.

3. User Accounts & Access Control

Access to certain features of the Website may require account registration. Accounts are used primarily to:

Prevent automated scraping and excessive server load
Maintain platform stability and fair usage
Understand how the Website is used so it can be improved over time

You agree to provide accurate information when registering and to use the Website responsibly.

4. Acceptable Use

You may use GovSpendBase for lawful research, analysis, journalism, or general informational purposes.

You must not:

Attempt to scrape or harvest data at scale without permission
Interfere with the normal operation of the Website
Use automated tools that place unreasonable load on servers

5. Data Collection & Usage

We collect minimal data necessary to operate and improve the Website.

Account & Usage Data: Basic account details, login activity, and anonymised usage patterns (such as pages viewed or features used).
Research & Optimisation: Aggregated and anonymised usage statistics may be analysed to understand how GovSpendBase is used and to prioritise improvements.

We do not sell personal data, and we do not use the Website for targeted advertising or marketing profiling. Any analysis is conducted at an aggregate level and focused on improving the service itself.

6. Withdrawal or Suspension of Access

Access to GovSpendBase is provided free of charge and at our discretion. We reserve the right to suspend or withdraw access to individual users or accounts at any time, including (but not limited to) cases of misuse, excessive automated access, or actions that threaten platform stability.

7. Limitation of Liability

GovSpendBase is provided for informational purposes only. We make no warranties as to completeness, accuracy, or fitness for a particular purpose.

To the fullest extent permitted by law, we shall not be liable for any loss or damage arising from reliance on the data or from use of the Website.

8. Changes to These Terms

These Terms of Use may be updated from time to time. Continued use of GovSpendBase after changes are made constitutes acceptance of the revised terms.