Cookie Policy
Details of the cookies and similar technologies used on Whisky Marketplace.
What Are Cookies?
Cookies are small text files that websites store on your device. We use cookies on Whisky Marketplace to remember your consent choice, keep the site secure, suggest the right regional site for you, and measure how the site is used. For more on how we handle personal information, see our Privacy Policy.
Your Region and Cookie Defaults
How non-essential cookies are handled depends on where you visit from. In the EU and EEA, non-essential cookies (including Google Analytics) are off until you accept them via the cookie banner. In the UK, analytics cookies are on by default under our legitimate interest in understanding site usage; a cookie banner is shown on your first visit so you can opt out with one click, and you can change your choice at any time using the Cookie preferences link in the footer. For visitors elsewhere, analytics cookies are on by default and you can opt out at any time using the Cookie preferences link in the footer.
Cookies We Set
This page lists the cookies we use, what they do, and how long they last.
| Name | Purpose | Duration | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
wm_cookie_consent | Stores your cookie consent choice | 1 year | Necessary |
geo_country | Used to suggest the best Whisky Marketplace site for your country | 24 hours | Necessary |
geo_dismissed | Used to remember if you dismissed the country suggestion | 30 days | Necessary |
eng | Used for security and bot protection | 30 seconds | Necessary |
Third-Party Cookies
These cookies are set by external services we use, such as Google Analytics.
| Name | Purpose | Duration | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
_ga | Distinguishes unique visitors | 2 years | Analytics |
_ga_* | Maintains analytics session state | 2 years | Analytics |
Changing Your Preferences
You can change or withdraw your cookie choice at any time using the Cookie preferences link at the bottom of the page. You can also block or delete cookies through your browser settings, though some parts of the site may not work as well.