Cookie Policy
This Cookie Policy explains how we use cookies and similar technologies on our website.
It explains:
- what cookies are and why we use them
- what types of cookies we use
- how you can manage or withdraw your consent at any time
This Cookie Policy should be read together with our Privacy Policy which explains how we use personal data.
1. What are cookies?
Cookies are small text files that are stored on your computer, smartphone, tablet, or other device when you visit a website. Cookies help websites work properly and can also provide information to website owners.
Cookies can:
- remember your preferences and settings
- help you navigate between pages efficiently
- help us understand how the website is being used (analytics)
Some cookies are set by us (“first-party cookies”) and some are set by third parties (for example, Google Analytics) (“third-party cookies”).
2. What types of cookies do we use?
Under UK and EU law, cookies fall into different categories. We use the following categories on our website:
A) Strictly necessary cookies (always on)
These cookies are essential for the website to function properly. They cannot be switched off in our systems and are usually only set in response to actions you take such as navigating pages, logging into areas, or using key site features.
We do not need your consent to use strictly necessary cookies.
B) Analytics / performance cookies (optional)
These cookies help us understand how visitors use our website (for example, which pages are visited most often and whether users see error messages). This helps us improve the website.
We will only set analytics cookies if you give us your consent through our cookie banner/settings.
C) Functional cookies (optional)
These cookies allow us to remember choices you make (such as preferences and saved items) to provide enhanced features and a more personalised experience.
Where these cookies are not strictly necessary, we will only set them with your consent.
D) Marketing cookies
We do not use marketing or advertising cookies to track you across other websites or deliver targeted advertising.
3. Cookie list
The cookies used on this website may include the following:
Strictly Necessary Cookies
| Cookie name | Provider | Purpose | Duration | Category |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ASP.NET_SessionId | First-party | Maintains user session and supports navigation across pages | Session | Strictly necessary |
| ctl_cntrlSearch | First-party | Controls how search results are displayed | Session | Strictly necessary |
| LastSearch | First-party | Stores your search terms during your session to improve usability | Session | Strictly necessary |
Functional cookies
| Cookie name | Provider | Purpose | Duration | Category |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| CMS.User.Profiling.Profile | First-party | Stores saved properties and shortlist functionality | Persistent | Functional |
| Shortlist | First-party | Supports the saved properties shortlist | Persistent | Functional |
| EstateWeb_CIP_EmailAlerts | First-party | Remembers your email alerts login or preferences | Persistent | Functional |
| Form_YourName_Forms.RadTextInput | First-party | Helps store form values to improve user experience | Persistent | Functional |
Analytics cookies
| Cookie name | Provider | Purpose | Duration | Category |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| _ga | Distinguishes users for analytics purposes | Up to 2 years | Analytics | |
| _gid | Distinguishes users for analytics purposes | 24 hours | Analytics | |
| _gat | Throttles request rate | 1 minute | Analytics |
4. How we use consent (and how to change your preferences)
When you first visit our website, we will show you a cookie banner. This allows you to:
- accept recommended settings
- chose your analytic cookie settings
You can update your choices at any time by:
- clicking “Cookie Settings” (bottom right of the website), or
- clearing cookies in your browser (this will reset your preferences)
If you reject analytics/functional cookies, the website will still work, but some features may be limited.
5. How to manage cookies in your browser
You can also control cookies through your browser settings. Most browsers allow you to:
- see what cookies are set
- delete cookies
- block cookies from specific websites
- block third-party cookies
Please note: blocking strictly necessary cookies may cause parts of the website to stop working properly.
You can find more information about cookies at:
- All About Cookies: www.allaboutcookies.org
6. Third-party cookies and international transfers
Some cookies may be set by third parties such as Google. These third parties may collect information about your device and online activity over time and across websites.
Where applicable, these third parties may process personal data outside the UK or European Economic Area (EEA). Where we use third-party services (such as Google Analytics), we take steps to ensure appropriate safeguards are in place.
For more information, please refer to our Privacy Policy and Google’s privacy information.
7. Updates to this Cookie Policy
We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time to reflect changes in the cookies we use or for legal and regulatory reasons. We recommend checking this page periodically.
Any changes will take effect when the updated Cookie Policy is published on this page.
8. Contact us
If you have any questions about this Cookie Policy or our use of cookies, you can contact us here:
