Cookie Policy
Last updated: 24 June 2026
Norfolk Local uses cookies and similar tracking technologies. This policy explains what cookies are, which ones we use, and how you can control them. It should be read alongside our Privacy Policy.
1. What are cookies?
Cookies are small text files that are placed on your device when you visit a website. They allow the site to remember information about your visit — such as whether you are logged in, your preferences or your browsing activity. Cookies set by us are called "first-party cookies"; those set by third parties (e.g. Google) are "third-party cookies".
2. Cookies we use
Strictly necessary cookies
These cookies are essential for the site to function and cannot be disabled. They do not require your consent under UK PECR.
| Name | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| XSRF-TOKEN | Protects against cross-site request forgery attacks. | Session |
| norfolk_local_session | Maintains your login session and other in-session data. | 2 hours (idle) |
| remember_web_* | Keeps you logged in if you select "Remember me". | 400 days |
| FCCDCF, FCNEC | Set by Google's certified Consent Management Platform to remember the consent choices you make in its consent message (shown to UK / EEA / Switzerland visitors), so it isn't shown on every page. | Up to 13 months |
| nl_newsletter | Remembers that you've subscribed to — or dismissed — our newsletter sign-up prompt, so we don't keep showing it to you. No tracking; set only after you act on the prompt. | 7 days if dismissed; 12 months if you subscribe |
Analytics cookies
These cookies help us understand how visitors use Norfolk Local so we can improve it. They are only set with your consent.
| Name | Provider | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| _ga | Google Analytics | Distinguishes unique visitors. | 2 years |
| _ga_* | Google Analytics 4 | Persists session state. | 2 years |
Advertising cookies
These cookies may be set by Google AdSense when we display third-party adverts. They are only active with your consent. They enable Google to serve ads relevant to your interests based on browsing activity.
| Name | Provider | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| DSID, IDE, NID | Personalised advertising and frequency capping. | Up to 2 years |
3. How to manage your cookie preferences
If you visit Norfolk Local from the UK, the EEA or Switzerland, a consent message from Google's certified Consent Management Platform will appear, letting you accept or reject analytics and advertising cookies before any are set. (Visitors from regions where consent is not legally required may not see it.) You can review or change your choice at any time by:
- Clicking the "Cookie settings" link in the footer of any page, which re-opens the consent message.
- Clearing your browser's cookies, which will reset your choice and show the consent message again on your next visit.
Browser-level controls
You can also manage cookies directly in your browser settings. Instructions for major browsers:
Note that disabling certain cookies may affect the functionality of Norfolk Local (e.g. you may be unable to stay logged in).
Google Analytics opt-out
You can opt out of Google Analytics tracking across all websites using Google's browser add-on: tools.google.com/dlpage/gaoptout.
Google advertising opt-out
You can control interest-based advertising from Google via adssettings.google.com or opt out of participating networks at youronlinechoices.eu.
4. Changes to this policy
We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time. The "Last updated" date at the top reflects the most recent version. If we make significant changes, we will reset your cookie consent preference so that you can make a new choice.
5. Contact
If you have questions about our use of cookies, please contact us at privacy@norfolklocal.co.uk.