Cookie Policy for WhichPad
Last updated: 04/01/2026
This Cookie Policy explains how WhichPad (“we”, “us”, “our”) uses cookies and similar tracking technologies when you visit our website https://whichpad.com (the “Site”), in accordance with UK General Data Protection Regulation (UK GDPR) and the UK Data Protection Act 2018.
This policy should be read together with our Privacy Policy which explains how we collect, use, and share your personal data when you use the Site. whichpad.com
1. What Are Cookies?
A cookie is a small text file that is stored on your device (computer, tablet, smartphone) when you visit a website. Cookies can be “session” cookies (which expire when you close your browser) or “persistent” cookies (which remain on your device for a set period).
Cookies help the website function, improve your experience, and allow us to understand how visitors use the Site.
2. Why We Use Cookies
We use cookies to:
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Enable basic site functions such as login and session management
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Ensure the security and integrity of the Site
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Remember your cookie consent preferences
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Understand how visitors interact with the Site (analytics)
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Improve the Site’s performance and usability
Some cookies are set by us (first-party cookies) and others by trusted third-party services that we use to support the Site.
3. Your Consent
When you first visit the Site, you will be presented with a cookie consent banner. By clicking “Accept” or continuing to browse the Site, you consent to the use of non-essential cookies. You may change your cookie preferences at any time through your browser settings.
Strictly necessary cookies that are essential for the Site to function do not require consent.
4. Cookies We Use
Below is a list of cookies that may be set when you visit the Site:
A. Strictly Necessary Cookies
These cookies are essential for the operation of the Site and do not require your consent.
| Cookie Name | Purpose | Provider | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
PHPSESSID |
Maintains user session state across pages | whichpad.com | Session |
LOGIN_INFO |
Manages user login/authentication | whichpad.com | Session |
__cf_bm |
Cloudflare bot protection and security | Cloudflare | Short-lived |
cookie_* |
Stores your cookie consent preference | whichpad.com | Persistent |
__Secure-* |
Security and integrity of cookies | whichpad.com / Google | Persistent |
Legal basis: Necessary for legitimate interests and to provide core site functionality.
B. Analytics Cookies
These cookies collect information about how visitors use the Site so we can improve performance and user experience.
| Cookie Name | Purpose | Provider | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
_clck |
Stores a unique user ID for analytics (Microsoft Clarity) | Microsoft Clarity | 1 year |
Legal basis: Consent.
C. Third-Party Cookies (Google Services)
These cookies are set by third-party services such as Google and may be used for analytics and security purposes.
| Cookie Name | Purpose | Provider | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
APISID, HSID, SAPISID, SID, PREF |
Google security and preferences cookies | Up to 2 years | |
__Secure-APISID, __Secure-SAPISID |
Secured Google cookies | Up to 2 years |
Legal basis: Consent.
5. Cookies on All Pages
All pages of the Site, including pages where users submit reviews, use the same set of cookies. No additional cookies are introduced on specific pages beyond what is listed above. Values of cookies may change based on session or security mechanisms, but cookie types and purposes remain the same.
6. Managing and Withdrawing Consent
You can manage and delete cookies through your browser settings at any time. Please note that if you block or delete certain cookies (especially strictly necessary ones), some parts of the Site may not function correctly.
For guidance on managing cookies, see your browser’s help pages (for example in Chrome, Firefox, Safari, or Edge).
7. Changes to This Policy
We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time to reflect changes in legal requirements or how we use cookies. The updated policy will be posted on the Site with a revised “Last updated” date.
8. Contact Us
If you have any questions about our use of cookies or this Cookie Policy, please contact us using the details provided in our Privacy Policy or email to hello@whichpad.com