Cookie Policy
Cookies are small text files placed on your device when you visit our website. This policy explains what cookies pts-uk.com uses, why, and how you can control them. It should be read alongside our Privacy Policy.
Last updated: June 2026
What are cookies?
Cookies allow websites to recognise your device and remember information about your visit — for example, the items in your basket or whether you are signed in. Some cookies are strictly necessary for the website to work; others are optional and help us to improve your experience or show relevant content.
We also use similar technologies such as pixels and local storage where noted below. For simplicity, we refer to all of these as “cookies” in this policy.
The cookies we use
1 — Strictly necessary cookies
These cookies are required for the website to function. They cannot be turned off.
| Cookie | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|
PHPSESSID | Session identifier — keeps you signed in and maintains your basket across pages. | Session |
csrf_token | Security token to prevent cross-site request forgery attacks. | Session |
pts_basket | Stores your basket contents so they persist between visits. | 30 days |
pts_region | Remembers your selected currency and region. | 1 year |
ck_consent | Records your cookie consent choice so we don’t ask again. | 1 year |
2 — Analytics cookies
These cookies help us understand how visitors use our website so we can improve it. All data is aggregated and anonymised where possible.
| Cookie | Provider | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
_ga | Google Analytics (GA4) | Distinguishes users for traffic analysis. | 2 years |
_ga_XXXXXXXX | Google Analytics (GA4) | Maintains session state. | 2 years |
_gid | Google Analytics | Identifies users for 24-hour sessions. | 24 hours |
You can opt out of Google Analytics across all websites at tools.google.com/dlpage/gaoptout.
3 — Marketing & advertising cookies
These cookies are used to show you relevant advertising on other websites and to measure the effectiveness of our campaigns. They are set only with your consent.
| Cookie | Provider | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
li_fat_id | LinkedIn Insight Tag — conversion tracking and retargeting for B2B campaigns. | 30 days | |
_gcl_au | Google Ads | Conversion tracking and remarketing via Google Ads. | 90 days |
_fbp | Meta (Facebook) | Ad tracking and audience measurement. | 90 days |
How to manage your cookies
On this website
You can change your cookie preferences at any time by using the Manage Cookies link in the cookie banner that appears when you first visit our site. Withdrawing consent for analytics or marketing cookies will not affect the functionality of the website.
In your browser
All modern browsers allow you to refuse or delete cookies. Note that if you block strictly necessary cookies, parts of our website (such as your basket and sign-in) may not work correctly. Browser help pages:
Changes to this policy
We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time, for example if we add or change the cookies we use. The “Last updated” date above reflects the most recent revision. We recommend checking back periodically.
Contact us
If you have questions about our use of cookies, please contact us at privacy@pts-uk.com or at the address shown in our Privacy Policy.