Last updated: 6 May 2026

This page explains the cookies and similar technologies UK Expat Daily uses. For the broader picture see our Privacy Policy.

What is a cookie?

A cookie is a small text file that a website stores on your device when you visit. Cookies are widely used to make websites work efficiently, to remember your preferences, and to provide information to the site owner.

Cookie categories we use

Essential cookies

These are required for the site to function (login state if you have an account, comment author memory, security tokens). They cannot be turned off without breaking core functionality. No tracking is involved.

Analytics cookies

We use Google Analytics 4 with IP anonymisation enabled. These cookies tell us, in aggregate, which articles are read, how readers find us, and how the site performs across devices. They do not identify you personally.

  • _ga — distinguishes unique visitors (24 month expiry)
  • _ga_* — persists session state for GA4 (24 month expiry)

Advertising cookies (planned)

Once Google AdSense is enabled on this site, advertising cookies will be placed by Google and select advertising partners. These can be used for personalised advertising. You can:

Security cookies

Wordfence and Akismet may set short-lived cookies to identify legitimate visitors and block malicious traffic. These are essential for security.

Managing cookies

You can control cookies through your browser settings. Most browsers allow you to refuse third-party cookies, delete existing cookies, or alert you when a new cookie is set. Disabling all cookies may affect site functionality.

Do Not Track

We honour browser Do Not Track signals where technically feasible. Google Analytics is configured to respect DNT.

Contact

For cookie or privacy questions: [email protected]