1. Introduction
Our website, internet.compare
(hereinafter: "the website") uses cookies and other similar technologies
(for convenience all technologies are referred to as "cookies"). Cookies may be placed by us or by third
parties we work with. In the document below we inform you why we use cookies and about how you can manage
preferences.
2. What are cookies?
A cookie is a small simple file that is sent along with pages of this website and stored by your
browser on the hard drive of your computer or another device. The information stored therein may
be returned to our servers or to the servers of the relevant third parties during a subsequent visit.
3. What are scripts?
A script is a piece of program code that is used to make our website function properly and interactively.
This code is executed on our server or on your device.
4. What is a web beacon?
A web beacon (or a pixel tag) is a small, invisible piece of text or image on a website that is used to
monitor traffic on a website. In order to do this, various data about you is stored using web beacons.
It helps us understand user activity, such as opening an email or visiting a page.
5. Cookies
5.1 Strictly Necessary Cookies
These cookies are essential for the basic functionality of our website, such as page navigation,
access to secure areas, or remembering items in your cart.
Legal basis: These do not require your consent under UK PECR.
5.2 Statistics Cookies
We use statistics cookies to optimise the website experience for our users. With these statistics
cookies we get insights into the usage of our website. We ask your permission to place statistics cookies.
Legal basis: Consent is required.
5.3 Marketing/Tracking Cookies
These cookies track your browsing activity across websites to deliver personalised ads.
Legal basis: Consent is required.
5.4 Social media buttons
Our website includes buttons from third-party platforms like Twitter and LinkedIn.
These buttons may set cookies when used.
Please consult the respective privacy policies of these providers to understand how your data is processed.
Third-party locations:These companies may transfer data outside the UK.
Data transfers are protected by Standard Contractual Clauses or the UK Extension to the EU-U.S.
Data Privacy Framework where applicable.
6. Placed Cookies
Name |
Provider |
Purpose |
Type |
Duration |
Consent Required |
_ga |
Google |
Analytics tracking |
HTTP |
2 Years |
Yes |
_gid |
Google |
Analytics session tracking |
HTTP |
24 Hours |
Yes |
li_gc |
LinkedIn |
Consent management |
HTTP |
6 Months |
Yes |
csrftoken |
Twitter/X |
Security token |
HTTP |
1 Year |
Yes |
cookieConsent |
internet.compare |
Stores consent preferences |
HTTP |
1 Year |
No |
Note: This list may be updated periodically.
7. Consent & Cookie Settings
When you visit our website for the first time, we will show you a pop-up with an explanation about cookies.
As soon as you click on "Enable All cookies", you consent to us using all cookies and plug-ins as described
in the pop-up and this Cookie Policy. Alternatively, “Reject all non-essential cookies” will disable all cookies,
except from essential cookies. You can disable the use of cookies via your browser, but please note that
our website may no longer work properly. You can also manage or withdraw your consent at any time via the
‘Cookie Settings’ link in the website footer.”
7.1 Manage your consent settings
The technical storage or access is strictly necessary for the legitimate purpose of enabling
the use of a specific service explicitly requested by the subscriber or user, or for the
sole purpose of carrying out the transmission of a communication over an electronic
communications network.
The technical storage or access that is used exclusively for anonymous statistical purposes. Without a subpoena, voluntary compliance on the part of your Internet Service Provider, or additional records from a third party, information stored or retrieved for this purpose alone cannot usually be used to identify you.
The technical storage or access is required to create user profiles to send advertising, or to track the user on a website or across several websites for similar marketing purposes.
7.2 How long we keep your data
We only retain your personal data for as long as necessary to fulfil the purposes outlined
in this policy or as required by law. Typically, we do not retain identifiable cookie data
for longer than 24 months, unless otherwise required for legal, compliance, or audit purposes.
8. Your rights with respect to personal data
You have the right to:
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Be informed about how we use your data.
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Access and correct your personal data.
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Withdraw consent at any time.
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Request deletion of your personal data.
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Object to or restrict the processing of your data.
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Complain to the UK Information Commissioner's Office (ICO).
To exercise any of your rights, contact us using the details below.
9. Enabling/disabling and deleting cookies
Most browsers allow you to delete or block cookies. You can set your browser to warn you before placing a cookie.
Guides are available for:
Please note: Disabling all cookies may impact the functionality of our website.