Understand how we use cookies and similar technologies to enhance your browsing experience on our website.
Have questions about our cookie practices or need help managing your preferences?
info@cheaptravelsuk.com +44 208 150 3190Cookies are small text files that are stored on your device (computer, tablet, or mobile phone) when you visit a website. They are widely used to make websites work more efficiently, provide a better browsing experience, and supply information to the website owners.
Cookies can be "persistent" (remaining on your device until they expire or you delete them) or "session" cookies (deleted automatically when you close your browser). Cookies may be set by the website you are visiting ("first-party cookies") or by third-party services operating on that website ("third-party cookies").
Analogy: Think of cookies like a memory aid for a website — they help the site remember who you are, what you prefer, and what you did during your last visit, so you don't have to start from scratch every time.
Besides cookies, we may also use similar technologies such as pixel tags (also known as web beacons or clear GIFs), local storage, and session storage to collect similar information.
We use cookies on cheaptravelsuk.com for the following important purposes:
We categorise our cookies into four main types based on their purpose. Each type serves a specific function and has different consent requirements under UK GDPR and the Privacy and Electronic Communications Regulations (PECR).
Required for basic website functionality. Cannot be disabled.
Collect anonymous data about how visitors use our site.
Remember your settings and preferences for a better experience.
Used for targeted advertising and campaign tracking.
These cookies are strictly necessary for the operation of our website. They enable core functionality such as security, network management, and accessibility. You cannot opt out of these cookies as the website cannot function properly without them.
| Cookie Name | Purpose | Duration | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| PHPSESSID | Maintains your session and passes data between pages during your visit | Session | First-party |
| ctuk_cookie_consent | Stores your cookie consent preferences so we respect your choices on future visits | 1 year | First-party |
| ctuk_csrf_token | Prevents Cross-Site Request Forgery (CSRF) attacks to protect your data | Session | First-party |
| ctuk_session_id | Identifies your unique browsing session for secure transaction processing | Session | First-party |
| XSRF-TOKEN | Additional CSRF protection layer for form submissions and booking requests | Session | First-party |
These cookies collect anonymous information about how visitors use our website, including which pages are visited most often, how users navigate between pages, and whether error messages are encountered. All data collected by these cookies is aggregated and therefore anonymised.
| Cookie Name | Purpose | Duration | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| _ga | Google Analytics — distinguishes unique visitors and generates statistical data about site usage | 2 years | Third-party |
| _ga_* | Google Analytics 4 — maintains session state and tracks user engagement metrics | 2 years | Third-party |
| _gid | Google Analytics — distinguishes unique visitors within a 24-hour period | 24 hours | Third-party |
| _gat | Google Analytics — throttles the request rate to limit data collection on high-traffic pages | 1 minute | Third-party |
| ctuk_analytics_id | Assigns a unique identifier to your device for internal analytics tracking | 1 year | First-party |
These cookies allow the website to remember choices you make (such as your preferred currency, departure airport, language, or region) and provide enhanced, personalised features. They may also be used to provide services you have requested, such as watching a video or commenting on a blog.
| Cookie Name | Purpose | Duration | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| ctuk_currency | Remembers your selected currency (GBP, EUR, USD, PKR, etc.) across pages | 30 days | First-party |
| ctuk_departure | Saves your preferred departure airport for faster future flight searches | 90 days | First-party |
| ctuk_recent_search | Stores your most recent flight search parameters for quick re-search | 7 days | First-party |
| ctuk_theme | Stores your display theme preference if applicable | 1 year | First-party |
These cookies are used to track visitors across websites to display relevant advertisements. They are set by advertising partners through our website and build a profile of your interests to show you more relevant ads. These cookies can only be set with your explicit consent.
| Cookie Name | Purpose | Duration | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| _fbp | Facebook Pixel — tracks conversions, optimises ad delivery, and builds audiences for remarketing | 90 days | Third-party |
| _fbc | Facebook Pixel — stores the last click attribution when a user arrives via a Facebook ad | 2 years | Third-party |
| _gcl_au | Google Ads — tracks conversions and attributes ad clicks to subsequent website actions | 90 days | Third-party |
| NID | Google — stores user preferences and personalises ads on Google services based on past visits | 6 months | Third-party |
| IDE | Google DoubleClick — uses cookies to serve ads based on your prior visits to our website | 1 year | Third-party |
| ctuk Remarketing | Internal remarketing — identifies users who previously interacted with our site for targeted promotions | 180 days | First-party |
In addition to our own cookies, we may use cookies set by the following trusted third-party services that operate on our website:
Note: We do not control the setting of third-party cookies. Please refer to the respective third-party privacy and cookie policies for detailed information on how they use cookies.
You have the right to decide whether to accept or reject cookies. You can exercise your cookie preferences in the following ways:
Our Cookie Consent Banner:
When you first visit our website, a cookie consent banner will appear at the bottom of your screen. You can accept all cookies, reject all non-essential cookies, or customise your preferences by category. Your choice will be saved and respected on future visits.
Browser Settings:
You can also control cookies through your browser settings. Below are guides for the most common browsers:
Settings → Privacy and security → Cookies and other site data → Manage and delete cookies
Settings → Privacy & Security → Cookies and Site Data → Manage Data
Settings → Cookies and site permissions → Manage and delete cookies
Preferences → Privacy → Manage Website Data → Remove cookies
Opt-Out Links:
You can opt out of specific third-party tracking cookies directly:
Important: Blocking or deleting certain cookies may impact the functionality of our website. For example, blocking essential cookies may prevent you from completing a flight booking. We recommend accepting essential cookies for the best experience.
We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time to reflect changes in the cookies we use, changes in technology, or for other operational, legal, or regulatory reasons.
Your continued use of our website after any changes to this Cookie Policy constitutes your acceptance of the updated policy.
If you have any questions, concerns, or requests about our use of cookies or this Cookie Policy, please do not hesitate to contact us:
CheapTravelsUK – Data Protection Officer
London, United Kingdom, E1 6AN
Email: sales@cheaptravelsuk.com
Phone: +44 208 150 3190
Operating Hours: Monday – Saturday, 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM
For more information about how we handle your personal data, please refer to our Privacy Policy.
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