Cookie Policy
Last Updated: 14/10/2024
We use cookies and other similar technologies on our website.
What cookies are
A cookie is a small text file which is sent from our server to whatever device you use to view our site (desktop, laptop, smartphone etc.). The cookie is stored by your device and allows us to recognise it so that we can make our site easier to use. We only use these cookies where we have obtained your consent or where they are strictly necessary for the functioning of our website.
In this Cookie Policy, we will refer to cookies and similar technologies simply as “Cookies.” You may find further information about Cookies, including information about how to manage and delete them here, here and here.
Cookies we use
We use only cookies that are strictly necessary for the operation of our website and service. These cookies enable core functionality such as security protection, session management, and displaying content in the correct language and region. We do not use analytics cookies, advertising cookies, or social media tracking cookies.
| Cookie Name | Type | Reason for use | How long it is stored for |
| user_session | Necessary | Authenticating users and allowing access to secured resources. | 2 years |
| _csrf_token | Necessary | Ensuring our site remains secure | Session |
| social_token | Necessary | Allowing session resumption during social login and registration. | Session |
| YII_CSRF_TOKEN | Necessary | Used by LimeSurvey to ensure surveys remain secure. | Session |
| LS-BRDASGRBVDYVWAHG | Necessary | Used by LimeSurvey to allow users to resume surveys from where they left off. | Session |
| LS_{SURVEYID}_STATUS | Necessary | Used by LimeSurvey to prevent repeated survey participation. | 1 year |
| locale | Functional (Non-tracking) | Used to redirect users to the correct localized pages. | Session |
| country | Functional (Non-tracking) | Used to display content related to the specified country. | Session |
| region_code | Functional (Non-tracking) | Used to display content related to the specified region code. | Session |
| viewed_{name}_alert | Necessary | Used to control the appearance of alerts on the home page. | 2 years |
| viewed_tour_alert | Necessary | Used to control the appearance of a tour prompt for logged-in users. | 2 years |
| reset_token | Necessary | Used during the password reset process. | Session |
Because we do not use any non-essential cookies, we do not require a cookie consent banner under PECR and UK GDPR.