In short: We use essential cookies to make the site work, and optional analytics and advertising cookies only with your consent. You can change your preferences at any time.
What Are Cookies?
Cookies are small text files placed on your device by websites you visit. They are widely used to make websites work efficiently and to provide information to site owners. Cookies cannot harm your device and do not contain personal information such as your name or bank details.
We comply with the UK Privacy and Electronic Communications Regulations (PECR) and UK GDPR when using cookies.
How We Use Cookies
We use three categories of cookies on PayClear UK:
✓ Essential Cookies — always active, no consent required
These are necessary for the website to function. They cannot be switched off. They are usually only set in response to actions you take, such as setting your cookie preferences.
📊 Analytics Cookies — require your consent
These help us understand how visitors use the site so we can improve it. All data is anonymised. We use Google Analytics 4.
📣 Advertising Cookies — require your consent
These are used by Google AdSense to show you relevant advertisements. If you decline, you will still see ads but they will not be personalised.
Cookie Table
| Cookie | Provider | Purpose | Type | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| pc_cookie_consent | PayClear UK | Stores your cookie consent preferences | Essential | 12 months |
| _ga, _ga_* | Google Analytics | Distinguishes users for analytics | Analytics | 2 years |
| _gid | Google Analytics | Distinguishes users | Analytics | 24 hours |
| IDE, DSID | Google AdSense | Personalised advertising | Advertising | 13 months |
Managing Your Cookie Preferences
You can change your cookie preferences at any time using these methods:
- Cookie banner: Click "Cookie Settings" in the banner shown on your first visit (or re-shown when you clear cookies).
- Browser settings: Most browsers allow you to block or delete cookies via their settings menu. Blocking all cookies may affect site functionality.
- Google opt-out: You can opt out of Google Analytics across all websites using Google's opt-out browser add-on.
- Ad personalisation: Manage Google ad settings at adssettings.google.com.
- Your Online Choices: Manage behavioural advertising preferences at youronlinechoices.eu.
Changes to This Policy
We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time. Any changes will be posted on this page with a revised "last updated" date. Please check back periodically.
If you have questions, please contact us or email privacy@payclear.co.uk.