Cookie Policy
Last updated: 9 April 2026
Norfolk Living Guide (norfolklivingguide.co.uk) uses cookies and similar tracking technologies to improve your experience on our site, analyse traffic, and support our advertising partners. This policy explains what cookies are, how we use them, and how you can manage your preferences.
What Are Cookies?
Cookies are small text files placed on your device when you visit a website. They help the site remember your preferences, understand how you use the site, and in some cases deliver advertising that is relevant to you. Cookies can be “session” cookies (deleted when you close your browser) or “persistent” cookies (which remain until they expire or you delete them).
Cookies We Use
Strictly Necessary Cookies
These are essential for the website to function. They enable core features like page navigation, access to secure areas, and remembering your cookie consent preferences. You cannot opt out of these cookies as the site will not work properly without them.
| Cookie | Provider | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| wordpress_sec_* | WordPress | Authentication for logged-in users | Session |
| wp-settings-* | WordPress | User interface preferences | 1 year |
| lscache_vary | LiteSpeed | Cache variation for logged-in vs logged-out users | 2 days |
| comment_author_{HASH} | WordPress | Remembers the commenter’s name on the same device | ~347 days |
| comment_author_email_{HASH} | WordPress | Remembers the commenter’s email on the same device | ~347 days |
| comment_author_url_{HASH} | WordPress | Remembers the commenter’s website on the same device | ~347 days |
Analytics Cookies
We use Google Analytics to understand how visitors use our site, which pages are most popular, how long people spend reading area guides, and where our traffic comes from. This data is aggregated and anonymous. It helps us improve the site and create content that is actually useful.
| Cookie | Provider | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| _ga | Google Analytics | Distinguishes unique visitors | 2 years |
| _ga_* | Google Analytics | Maintains session state | 2 years |
| _gid | Google Analytics | Distinguishes unique visitors (24hr) | 24 hours |
You can opt out of analytics cookies by installing the Google Analytics opt-out browser add-on.
Advertising and Affiliate Cookies
Some of our area guides contain affiliate links to services like estate agents, solicitors, broadband providers, and removal companies. When you click these links, our affiliate partners may place cookies on your device to track whether you go on to use their service. This is how we earn a commission at no extra cost to you, and it is a key part of how we fund the site.
| Cookie | Provider | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| skimlinks_* | Skimlinks (a Taboola company) | Affiliate link tracking and monetisation | Up to 30 days |
| Various | Affiliate networks | Commission tracking on referral clicks | Varies (typically 30-90 days) |
Third-Party Cookies
Some cookies are placed by third-party services that appear on our pages. We use services from Google (Analytics), Skimlinks (a Taboola company) for affiliate link management, and various affiliate networks. These third parties publish their own cookie and privacy policies: Google privacy policy, Google Analytics 4 cookie usage, Skimlinks privacy policy, and Taboola privacy policy.
Managing Your Cookie Preferences
Most web browsers allow you to control cookies through their settings. You can usually find these under “Settings,” “Preferences,” or “Privacy.” You can choose to block all cookies, accept all cookies, or be notified when a cookie is set so you can decide on a case-by-case basis. Note that blocking certain cookies may affect the functionality of this site.
For more information about cookies and how to manage them, visit allaboutcookies.org.
This site does not currently respond to Do Not Track (DNT) or Global Privacy Control (GPC) browser signals. Use your browser’s cookie settings, or the Google Analytics opt-out add-on linked above, to manage consent.
Changes to This Policy
We may update this cookie policy from time to time to reflect changes in the cookies we use or for other operational, legal, or regulatory reasons. We encourage you to revisit this page periodically to stay informed about our use of cookies.
If you have questions about our use of cookies, contact us at info@norfolklivingguide.co.uk.
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