What cookies are
Cookies are small files a website stores in your browser. Similar technology, such as local storage and tracking pixels, works in much the same way. This policy covers all of them.
Your choice
When you first visit, a banner asks whether you accept analytics and advertising cookies. If you reject them, or ignore the banner, they are not set. Necessary cookies are always on because the site does not work properly without them.
You can change your mind at any time with Cookie settings at the bottom of every page. You can also delete or block cookies in your browser settings.
We use Google Consent Mode. While you have not accepted, Google’s tags send no cookies and only basic signals without identifiers, as Google describes in its consent mode guide.
Necessary
| Name | Set by | Purpose | Lasts |
|---|---|---|---|
| ca-consent (local storage) | Compare Advantage | Remembers your cookie choice | Until you clear it |
| __cf_bm and similar | Cloudflare | Security and protecting the site from bots | Up to 30 minutes |
| Turnstile | Cloudflare | Checks a form is sent by a person, not a bot | For the check only |
Analytics (only if you accept)
| Name | Set by | Purpose | Lasts |
|---|---|---|---|
| _ga, _ga_* | Google Analytics | Counts visits and shows how people use the site | Up to 2 years |
Advertising (only if you accept)
| Name | Set by | Purpose | Lasts |
|---|---|---|---|
| _gcl_au and similar | Google Ads | Measures which adverts lead to enquiries | Up to 90 days |
| _uetsid, _uetvid, MUID | Microsoft Advertising | Measures which adverts lead to enquiries | Up to 13 months |
Chat and site features (only if you accept)
| Name | Set by | Purpose | Lasts |
|---|---|---|---|
| twk_*, TawkConnectionTime | tawk.to | Runs the live chat window | Up to 6 months |
The notifications that show recent activity on the site are provided by ProveSource and may store an identifier in your browser.
More information
Our privacy policy explains how we use personal information. For questions, email [email protected]. The ICO explains cookies and your rights at ico.org.uk.