For Individuals Only

This website is designed for individual consumers to understand their rights and track their own SAR and FOI requests.

It is not intended for commercial use by organisations, companies, or professionals managing requests on behalf of others.

Know Your Rights.
Know Their Deadlines.

Free tools and guides for Subject Access Requests (SAR) and Freedom of Information (FOI). Built for consumers, by volunteers.

SAR Deadline

Standard GDPR Rules

30 Days

FOI Deadline

Public Authorities

20 Days

Cost of Request

They cannot charge you*

Free
SAR
Access your personal data
FOI
Access public information
Challenges
What to do if refused
Templates
Ready-to-use letters

What is this site for?

Subject Access Requests

Request your personal data from any organisation under UK GDPR. Find out when they must respond and what to do if they refuse.

Read the SAR Guide →

Freedom of Information

Request information from public authorities under FOIA 2000. Learn about deadlines, exemptions, and how to challenge refusals.

Read the FOI Guide →

Key Deadlines

Subject Access Request (SAR): 1 calendar month
Freedom of Information (FOI): 20 working days

Extensions may apply in certain circumstances. Use our calculator to check your specific deadline.

Common Scenarios

Employment dispute

Request HR files, emails, and disciplinary records from your employer.

SAR for Employment →

Council information

Get emails, meeting minutes, and spending data from your local council.

FOI Guide →

They refused

Learn how to challenge a refusal and complain to the ICO.

Challenge a Refusal →

Need a template?

Copy and paste ready-to-use templates for SAR, FOI, and complaints.

Resources Hub →

How It Works

1

Make your request

Use our templates to request your personal data (SAR) or information from public authorities (FOI).

2

Track the deadline

Use our calculator to know exactly when they must respond.

3

Take action if needed

If they refuse or miss the deadline, our guides show you how to complain to the ICO.

Everything you need in one place

Templates, guides, legislation summaries, key definitions, and FAQs – all free.

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I built this site in my free time because I'm passionate about consumer rights. It's completely volunteer-run – no funding, no corporate backing. Just me, a server, and a desire to help people understand their legal rights.

— Jack, site founder

Still not sure where to start?

Check our Frequently Asked Questions or browse the full Resources Hub.

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