What are cookies?
Cookies are small text files placed on your device when you visit a website. They are widely used to make websites work efficiently and to provide information to site owners.
How we use cookies
We use cookies in accordance with the UK Privacy and Electronic Communications Regulations (PECR) and the UK GDPR. Non-essential cookies are only set after you give your consent via our cookie banner.
Cookies we use
Strictly necessary cookies
These cookies are essential for the website to function. They cannot be switched off. They do not store any personally identifiable information.
| Name | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| cookie_consent | Stores your cookie preferences (localStorage) | 13 months |
Analytics cookies
These cookies help us understand how visitors interact with our website by collecting and reporting information anonymously. They are only set with your consent.
| Name | Provider | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| _ga | Google Analytics | Distinguishes unique visitors | 2 years |
| _ga_* | Google Analytics | Maintains session state | 2 years |
| _gid | Google Analytics | Distinguishes visitors within 24 hours | 24 hours |
| _gat | Google Analytics | Throttles request rate | 1 minute |
Advertising cookies
These cookies may be set by our advertising partners to build a profile of your interests and show you relevant adverts on other sites. They are only set with your consent. We do not currently run advertising but may introduce it in the future.
Personalisation cookies
These cookies allow the website to remember choices you make and provide enhanced, more personal features. They are only set with your consent.
Google Consent Mode v2
We use Google Consent Mode v2 to ensure that Google services (Analytics, Tag Manager) respect your cookie choices. When you decline cookies, Google tags operate in a restricted mode that does not store cookies or collect identifiable data.
Managing your cookies
You can change your cookie preferences at any time by clearing your browser's local storage for this site. The cookie banner will reappear on your next visit.
You can also control cookies through your browser settings. Most browsers allow you to:
- View what cookies are stored and delete them individually
- Block third-party cookies
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More information
For more information about how we handle your data, see our Privacy Policy. If you have questions about our use of cookies, contact us at privacy@worksopwire.co.uk.