What is McKenzie Friend Near Me?

Family Court Preparation is a free professional community for McKenzie Friends, divorce coaches, family court support workers, and those looking to enter the sector. We provide training, resources, networking opportunities, and practical support to help you develop your skills, grow your confidence, and make a real difference to families navigating separation and family court proceedings. Whether you're an experienced professional or just starting your journey, our mission is to create the UK's most supportive network of family court support practitioners—helping you learn, connect, and access opportunities to support those who need it most.

Privacy Policy | McKenzie Friend Near Me

Last updated: December 2025

1. Introduction

McKenzie Friend Near Me ("we", "our", or "us") is committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and safeguard your information when you use our platform.

2. Information We Collect

We collect information you provide directly, including:

Name and contact details
Account credentials
Case information you share with professionals
Payment information (processed securely via Stripe)
Communications through our platform

3. How We Use Your Information

Your information is used to:

Provide and improve our services
Connect you with appropriate professionals
Process payments and subscriptions
Send service-related communications
Ensure platform security

4. AI Tools & Document Processing

Our AI legal tools use enterprise-grade artificial intelligence providers with strict data protection standards:

Secure Processing: All document uploads and AI queries are encrypted in transit and at rest
No Training Data: Your documents and conversations are never used to train AI models
Automatic Deletion: Documents are processed and then automatically deleted from AI servers
GDPR Compliant: Our AI providers operate under enterprise agreements that comply with UK and EU data protection laws
Confidentiality: Your case information remains confidential and is not shared with third parties

You can upload documents directly to our AI tools without redacting personal information. The system is designed to handle sensitive legal documents securely.

5. Data Security

We implement appropriate technical and organisational measures to protect your personal data against unauthorised access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction. This includes 256-bit encryption, secure cloud infrastructure, and regular security audits.

6. Your Rights

Under GDPR, you have the right to:

Access your personal data
Rectify inaccurate data
Request erasure of your data
Restrict processing
Data portability
Object to processing

7. Contact Us

For privacy-related enquiries, contact us at:
Email: support@familylawconnect.co.uk
Phone: 01379 777 086