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Cookie Policy

Last updated: 9 September 2026

Introduction

This Cookie Policy explains how ArcadeGeek LTD ("we", "us", or "our") uses cookies and similar technologies when you visit WhoTookWhat. Read it alongside our Privacy Policy.

What Are Cookies?

Cookies are small text files stored on your device when you visit a website. They can be first-party (set by us) or third-party (set by other Organisations), and session (deleted when you close the browser) or persistent (kept for a set time).

Strictly Necessary Cookies

These cookies are essential. You cannot opt out of them.

Cookie Purpose Duration
wtw_consent Stores your cookie consent preference (granted or denied) 1 year
whotookwhat-session Laravel session cookie for /admin and public web routes 120 minutes
XSRF-TOKEN CSRF protection for the public site 120 minutes

Analytics Cookies

These cookies help us understand how visitors use the public site. They are only set after you accept. We use Google Analytics 4 with IP anonymisation enabled. We do not set cookies for ads.

Cookie Purpose Duration
_ga Google Analytics — distinguishes unique users 2 years
_ga_* Google Analytics 4 — maintains session state 2 years

Your Cookie Choices

When you first visit and Google Analytics is configured, you will see a banner. You can Accept analytics cookies or Reject them. You can change your choice later by clicking Cookie Settings in the footer.

Managing Cookies in Your Browser

Most browsers let you view, delete, or block cookies. Blocking all cookies may affect WhoTookWhat, especially signing in to /admin.

Third-Party Cookies

Google Analytics is the only third-party cookie service on the public site. See Google's Privacy Policy.

Legal Basis

Under UK GDPR and the Privacy and Electronic Communications Regulations (PECR), we rely on legitimate interests for strictly necessary cookies and consent for analytics cookies.

Changes to This Policy

We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time. Review this page for the latest information.

Contact Us

privacy@arcadegeek.co.uk

ArcadeGeek LTD · Company No. 07582886 · Northampton, United Kingdom