Cookie Policy
Last updated: 26 March 2026
This Cookie Policy explains what cookies are, how modernlivingreview.com uses them, and what choices you have regarding their use. This policy should be read alongside our Privacy Policy.
1. What Are Cookies?
Cookies are small text files placed on your device (computer, tablet or smartphone) by websites you visit. They are widely used to make websites work efficiently, to remember your preferences, and to provide information to website owners about how their site is being used. Cookies do not typically contain information that directly identifies you as an individual, but they may be combined with other data that does.
In addition to traditional cookies, we may also use similar technologies such as web beacons (also called tracking pixels), local storage objects, and session storage. This policy covers all such technologies collectively.
2. How We Use Cookies
We use cookies and similar technologies on this website for the following purposes:
- To ensure the website functions correctly (strictly necessary cookies).
- To analyse how visitors use our site so we can improve content and performance (analytical/performance cookies).
- To track affiliate link clicks and attribute commissions accurately to our affiliate partners (affiliate tracking cookies).
- To measure the effectiveness of marketing campaigns via UTM parameters and third-party advertising platforms (marketing cookies).
We do not use cookies to build advertising profiles for sale to third-party advertisers, nor to track you across unrelated websites for commercial purposes beyond what is described in this policy.
3. Types of Cookies We Use
| Cookie Name | Type | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| _ga | Analytical | Google Analytics — distinguishes unique users. Used to calculate visitor, session and campaign data for site analytics reports. | 2 years |
| _ga_XXXXXXXX | Analytical | Google Analytics — maintains session state and stores campaign-related information. | 2 years |
| _gid | Analytical | Google Analytics — distinguishes users for session-level analysis. Expires after 24 hours. | 24 hours |
| _gat | Analytical | Google Analytics — used to throttle request rate, limiting data collection on high-traffic sites. | 1 minute |
| affiliate_ref | Affiliate / Marketing | Stores the affiliate reference ID when a visitor clicks an outbound affiliate link, to enable commission attribution if a purchase is made. | 30 days |
| utm_source / utm_medium / utm_campaign | Marketing | Captures UTM campaign parameters from inbound URLs to identify the traffic source and campaign that drove a visit. | Session |
| cookie_consent | Strictly Necessary | Stores your cookie consent preference so the consent banner does not reappear on subsequent visits. | 12 months |
| PHPSESSID / session_id | Strictly Necessary | Standard session cookie used by the web server to maintain a temporary session. Deleted when you close your browser. | Session |
Note: Cookie names and durations may vary slightly depending on third-party provider updates. This table reflects our current best knowledge as of the date above.
4. Third-Party Cookies
Some cookies on this site are placed by third-party services that appear on our pages. These third parties have their own privacy and cookie policies which we do not control:
- Google Analytics: Google Privacy Policy
- Affiliate networks: The manufacturer's affiliate programme operates its own tracking technology. Refer to the manufacturer's website for their cookie policy.
5. How to Manage and Disable Cookies
You can control and manage cookies in several ways. Please note that disabling certain cookies may affect your ability to use some features of this or other websites.
- Browser settings: Most browsers allow you to view, delete and block cookies. Links to cookie management instructions for major browsers:
- Google Analytics opt-out: You can opt out of Google Analytics tracking by installing the Google Analytics Opt-out Browser Add-on.
- Consent banner: On your first visit to this site, you will be presented with a cookie consent notice. You may adjust your preferences at any time by clearing your browser cookies and revisiting the site.
6. Impact of Disabling Cookies
If you disable strictly necessary cookies, certain core website functions may not operate correctly. If you disable analytical cookies, we will no longer be able to analyse how you use our site, but you will still be able to read all content without restriction. If you disable affiliate and marketing cookies, affiliate link tracking will not function and our ability to earn commissions on any purchases you make will be affected, though this has no impact on the price you pay.
7. Country-Specific Provisions
🇬🇧 United Kingdom — PECR
The use of cookies in the UK is regulated by the Privacy and Electronic Communications Regulations 2003 (PECR), which implement the EU ePrivacy Directive in UK law. Under PECR, we are required to obtain your informed consent before placing any cookies that are not strictly necessary for the operation of this website. Strictly necessary cookies are exempt from this requirement. We obtain your consent via our cookie consent banner displayed on your first visit. You may withdraw consent at any time by clearing your cookies and revisiting the site, or by adjusting your browser settings. For guidance, see the ICO's cookie guidance at ico.org.uk.
🇮🇪 Ireland — ePrivacy Directive (EU)
In Ireland, the use of cookies is regulated by the ePrivacy Regulations 2011 (S.I. No. 336/2011), which implement the EU ePrivacy Directive. These regulations require prior informed consent for all non-essential cookies. Our consent mechanism complies with guidelines issued by the Data Protection Commission (DPC). Irish users may lodge cookie-related complaints with the DPC at dataprotection.ie.
🇺🇸 United States — CCPA (California)
California residents should note that cookie-based data, including identifiers and browsing behaviour, may constitute "personal information" under the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA). We do not sell this data. California residents may opt out of any sharing of personal information by contacting us at contact@modernlivingreview.com.
🇨🇦 Canada — PIPEDA
Canadian residents are protected by PIPEDA, which requires meaningful consent for the collection of personal information through cookies. We obtain consent via our cookie banner. You may withdraw consent at any time by adjusting your browser settings or contacting us at contact@modernlivingreview.com.
🇦🇺 Australia & 🇳🇿 New Zealand
Australian and New Zealand residents should be aware that cookie data may constitute personal information under the Privacy Act 1988 (AU) and the Privacy Act 2020 (NZ) respectively, particularly where it can be linked to an identifiable individual. We handle such data in accordance with the Australian Privacy Principles and the New Zealand Information Privacy Principles. Always read the label and follow the directions for use.
8. Contact Us
If you have any questions about our use of cookies, please contact us at contact@modernlivingreview.com or via our Contact page.