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CookieTypeDurationDescription
_gaPersistent2 YearsA Google Analytics Cookie which is used to identify unique visitors. It expires after 2 years. This allows us to see where our users come from, which pages they visit, if they make repeat visits etc.It does not personally identify you. If you disable this cookie, you will not be recognised when you return. The site will treat you as a new visitor.
_gatPersistent1 minuteA Google Analytics Cookie which is used to throttle requests from the site. It expires after 1 minute. This cookie does not store any visitor information.
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NIDPersistent6 MonthsNID is a Google Cookie, used to store your most recent searches on the site. It helps the site show results according to your preferences. This cookie does not store any visitor information.
PHPSESSIDSessionExpires when browser closesThis Cookie is used to remember your preferences for the site, including your logged in status, language preferences etc. This cookie does not store any visitor information.
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