Cookies Policy
Last updated: March 2026
This policy explains how archcode.co.uk uses cookies and similar technologies, in line with the Privacy and Electronic Communications Regulations (PECR) and UK GDPR.
What are cookies?
Cookies are small text files placed on your device when you visit a website. They help the site function, remember your preferences, or collect information about how the site is used.
What cookies do we use?
We aim to use as few cookies as possible. This site uses the following cookies and a cookieless Matomo analytics setup.
| Name | Type | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| csrftoken | Strictly necessary | Security cookie required by Django to protect against cross-site request forgery attacks on forms. | 1 year |
| sessionid | Strictly necessary | Maintains your session state while using the site (e.g. form submissions). Not used for tracking. | Session |
| archcode_cookie_consent | Strictly necessary | Remembers that you dismissed the cookie notice so it does not reappear on every page load. | 1 year |
We do not use advertising cookies or third-party tracking cookies. We use Matomo for privacy-focused analytics, configured without analytics cookies.
Cookieless analytics
We use Matomo to understand which pages are used, how visitors find the site, and how the site performs. Matomo is configured without analytics cookies and is used only for our own reporting and service improvement.
Strictly necessary cookies
The cookies listed above are strictly necessary for the site to function or to remember your cookie notice choice. Under PECR, we do not need your consent to set these cookies. You can block them in your browser settings, but doing so may prevent forms on this site from working correctly.
How to manage cookies
You can control and delete cookies through your browser settings. Here are links to cookie management guides for the main browsers:
Changes to this policy
We will update this policy if we add new cookies or change how we use existing ones. The date at the top of this page reflects the last update.
Questions?
If you have questions about our use of cookies, email [email protected] or see our Privacy Notice.