You must tell people if you set cookies, and clearly explain what the cookies do and why. You must also get the user’s consent. Consent must be actively and clearly given.
There is an exception for cookies that are essential to provide an online service at someone’s request (eg to remember what’s in their online basket, or to ensure security in online banking).
The same rules also apply if you use any other type of technology to store or gain access to information on someone’s device.
| Cookie Name | What it's used for |
|---|---|
| cookie_test | Is a cookie that is used to check whether cookies are enabled in the browser. |
| cookie_analytics | Is a cookie used to store whether Google Analytics is enabled. |
| cookie_elfsite | Is a cookie used to store whether Elfsite is enabled. |
| cookiedrawer_dismissed | Is a cookie used to store whether the cookie panel has been viewed. |
| access | Is a cookie which is used to identify the users session on the server. The session being an area on the server which can be used to store data in between http requests. |
For information on how to manage cookies visit aboutcookies.org.uk or to find out further information on specific cookies visit Cookiepedia.
Google Analytics cookies help us to improve our website by collecting and reporting information on how you use it.
List of Google Analytics Cookies that can be set
| Cookie Name | What it's used for |
|---|---|
| _ga | This cookie is used to distinguish unique users. |
| _gat | Limits the collection of data on high traffic sites. |
| _gid | Records a unique value for each page visited. |
| __utma | This tracks visitor behaviour and measure site performance. |
| __utmv | This tracks visitor behaviour and measure site performance. |