Cookie Policy
Last updated: 3 October 2026
This policy explains what cookies are, which ones www.thewattclub.co.uk uses and how you can control them. It should be read together with our Privacy Policy.
1. What cookies are
Cookies are small text files that a website stores on your device. Some are needed for a site to work. Others help the site owner understand how the site is used. We only set non-essential cookies if you agree to them.
2. Your choice
When you first visit, a banner asks whether you accept or reject analytics cookies. You can change your mind at any time:
3. Cookies we use
Essential cookies
These are needed for the site to work and do not require consent.
| Cookie | Set by | Purpose | Lasts |
|---|---|---|---|
PHPSESSID |
The Watt Club | Remembers the language you chose for the site during your visit | Until you close your browser |
wc_consent |
The Watt Club | Remembers whether you accepted or rejected analytics cookies | 6 months |
__cf_bm, cf_clearance |
Cloudflare | May be set by our security provider to tell real visitors from automated traffic | Up to 30 minutes (__cf_bm); up to 1 year (cf_clearance) |
Analytics cookies
These are set only if you choose “Accept”. They help us understand how visitors use the site so we can improve it.
| Cookie | Set by | Purpose | Lasts |
|---|---|---|---|
_ga |
Google Analytics | Distinguishes one visitor from another | Up to 2 years |
_ga_4HJTRJ9NC6 |
Google Analytics | Keeps track of your visit (session) on this site | Up to 2 years |
If you reject analytics cookies, or later change your choice to “Reject”, Google Analytics is not loaded and we remove these cookies from your browser.
4. Other third-party services
The site loads its typeface from Google Fonts. This does not set cookies, but your browser sends your IP address to Google in order to download the font.
5. Controlling cookies in your browser
You can also block or delete cookies through your browser settings. If you block essential cookies, parts of the site, such as the language selection, may not work as expected.
6. Contact
If you have any questions about our use of cookies, email [email protected].