Cookie Policy
What Are Cookies
Cookies are small text files stored on your device when you visit websites. They help websites remember your preferences and understand how you use the site.
Scrimpr uses cookies to make the site work properly and understand which content is most helpful. This policy explains exactly which cookies are used and why.
Cookies Scrimpr Uses
Essential Cookies (Always Active)
These cookies are necessary for the website to work properly. They cannot be disabled.
| Cookie | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| elementor | Makes the website layout and design work properly | Session |
| wpEmojiSettingsSupports | Enables emoji display on the website | Session |
Analytics Cookies (Optional)
These cookies help understand how people use the site so it can be improved. You can opt out of these.
| Cookie | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| _ga | Distinguishes unique visitors for Google Analytics | 2 years |
| _ga_* | Collects website usage data for Google Analytics | 2 years |
| g.gif (pixel.wp.com) | WordPress.com analytics pixel for basic site statistics | Session |
Third-Party Services
Google Analytics
Google Analytics helps understand which content is most useful and how to improve the site. Google may use this data for their own purposes as outlined in their privacy policy.
- What it tracks: Pages visited, time on site, referral sources, basic demographics
- Data sharing: Anonymized data shared with Google
- Your control: Opt out using Google's opt-out tool
WordPress.com
The site uses WordPress.com hosting services, which includes basic analytics through their pixel tracking.
- What it tracks: Basic page views and visitor statistics
- Data sharing: Statistics shared with WordPress.com
- Your control: Managed through browser cookie settings
Managing Your Cookie Preferences
Browser Settings
You can control cookies through your browser settings:
- Chrome: Settings → Privacy and Security → Cookies
- Firefox: Preferences → Privacy & Security → Cookies
- Safari: Preferences → Privacy → Cookies
- Edge: Settings → Cookies and Site Permissions
Opting Out of Analytics
To stop analytics tracking while still allowing the site to function:
- Install Google Analytics Opt-out Add-on
- Enable "Do Not Track" in your browser settings
- Use private/incognito browsing mode
What Happens When You Block Cookies
- Essential cookies blocked: Site may not work properly, layout issues possible
- Analytics cookies blocked: Site works normally, just no usage tracking
- All cookies blocked: Basic functionality maintained but some features may not work
Updates to This Policy
When This Policy Changes
This cookie policy will be updated when:
- New tools or services are added to the site that use cookies
- Existing services change their cookie usage
- Legal requirements change
- User feedback identifies areas for improvement
How You'll Know About Changes
Major changes will be noted at the top of this page with the update date. If you've provided an email for payment services, significant changes that affect your data will be communicated directly.
Questions about cookies?
Email: hello@scrimpr.co.uk
Subject line: Use "Cookie Question" for faster response
Response time: Usually within 24 hours
This cookie policy explains exactly what cookies Scrimpr uses based on an actual audit of the website. For information about how your data is handled more broadly, see the Privacy Policy.