Cookie Policy
Last updated: August 2026
What are cookies?
Cookies are small text files stored on your device by websites you visit. We use a minimal set of cookies and cookieless analytics to understand how people use Salary Scout so we can improve it.
Cookie inventory
| Service | Cookies set | Duration | Purpose | Consent required? |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Plausible Analytics | None | — | Cookieless analytics — counts page views without identifying you | No |
| Google Analytics 4 | _ga _ga_<ID> | 2 years | Analytics — tracks sessions and page interactions to measure audience behaviour | Yes |
| Consent preference | sal_consent_analytics (localStorage) | Until cleared | Stores your analytics preference locally — not transmitted to any server | No |
Note: sal_consent_analytics is stored in localStorage, not as a cookie. It is never sent to our servers.
Your current preferences
Changes take effect immediately — no page reload required.
How to withdraw consent
You can change or withdraw your analytics consent at any time using the button above. You can also clear your preference by opening your browser’s developer tools, going to Application → Local Storage, and deleting the sal_consent_analytics key — the consent banner will re-appear on your next visit.
More information
For information about how we handle your personal data, see our Privacy Policy. If you have questions, contact us at hello@salaryscout.co.uk.