Last updated: 28/04/2026
This page explains how users can request the deletion of their personal data in accordance with the UK General Data Protection Regulation (UK GDPR), the Data Protection Act 2018, and Meta (Facebook) Platform requirements.
1. Overview
If you have used Facebook Login or interacted with [Your Company Name] (“we”, “us”, or “our”) via Facebook, we may have received certain personal data from your Facebook account.
You have the right to request that we delete your personal data.
2. What Data We May Hold
Depending on your interaction with our service, we may hold:
- Name and profile information
- Email address
- Facebook user ID
- Any data you provided through our Website or app
We do not store your Facebook password.
3. How to Request Data Deletion
Option 1: Via Facebook
You can request deletion of your data directly through Facebook:
- Go to your Facebook account settings
- Navigate to Apps and Websites
- Select our app: [Your App Name]
- Click Remove
- Tick the option to delete all data associated with the app
This will initiate a data deletion request.
Option 2: Direct Request
You can also request deletion by contacting us directly:
Email: hello@purenews.co.uk
Please include:
- Your name
- Your Facebook User ID (if available)
- Details of your request
We may request verification of your identity before processing your request.
4. What Happens Next
- We will acknowledge your request within a reasonable timeframe
- We will delete your personal data within 30 days unless we are legally required to retain it
- If retention is required (e.g. legal obligations), we will inform you
5. Data Retention Exceptions
We may retain certain information where necessary for:
- Legal compliance
- Fraud prevention
- Exercising or defending legal claims
6. Confirmation of Deletion
Once your data has been deleted, we will confirm completion via email (if provided).
7. Contact Us
If you have any questions about this process, please contact:
Pure News
Email: hello@purenews.co.uk
8. Regulatory Rights
You have the right to lodge a complaint with the UK Information Commissioner’s Office (ICO): https://www.ico.org.uk