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Cookie Policy

Last updated: April 21, 2026 · Effective immediately

This Cookie Policy explains how IDP Drive ("we", "us", "our") uses cookies and similar tracking technologies on idpdrive.org. It should be read alongside our Privacy Policy. We comply with the UK GDPR and the Privacy and Electronic Communications Regulations (PECR).

1. What Are Cookies?

Cookies are small text files stored on your device when you visit a website. They help websites remember your preferences, keep you logged in, analyze traffic, and deliver relevant content. Some cookies are set by us ("first-party"), others by third-party services we use ("third-party").

We also use similar technologies such as pixels, web beacons, and local storage. For simplicity, we refer to all of these as "cookies" throughout this policy.

2. Types of Cookies We Use

Essential cookies (always on)

These cookies are strictly necessary for our website to function. They allow you to navigate idpdrive.org, complete your IDP application, and process payments securely. Without them, the site cannot work properly. They do not require consent under PECR.

Analytics cookies (with your consent)

We use Google Analytics 4 to understand how visitors use our site — which pages are most visited, where visitors come from, and how long they stay. This helps us improve our Service. These cookies only activate if you accept them.

Marketing cookies (with your consent)

We use the Meta (Facebook) Pixel to measure the effectiveness of our advertising campaigns and to show you relevant content on Facebook, Instagram, and partner networks. These cookies only activate if you accept them.

3. Cookies We Use — Detailed List

Cookie	Provider	Purpose	Duration	Type
PHPSESSID	idpdrive.org	Maintains your session during checkout and application	Session	Essential
woocommerce_cart_hash	idpdrive.org	Remembers your order/cart contents	Session	Essential
idp_cookie_consent	idpdrive.org	Stores your cookie preferences	12 months	Essential
_ga	Google Analytics	Distinguishes unique users	2 years	Analytics
_ga_*	Google Analytics	Stores session state for GA4	2 years	Analytics
_gid	Google Analytics	Distinguishes users (short-term)	24 hours	Analytics
_fbp	Meta (Facebook)	Identifies browsers for ad delivery and measurement	90 days	Marketing
fr	Meta (Facebook)	Used to deliver, measure and improve ads	90 days	Marketing

4. Your Cookie Choices

You have full control over non-essential cookies. When you first visit idpdrive.org, a cookie banner lets you Accept all, Reject all, or choose your preferences individually. You can change your choices at any time via the button below or the "Cookie Preferences" link in our footer.

Update your preferences anytime:

5. Managing Cookies in Your Browser

You can also control or delete cookies directly through your browser settings:

Please note: blocking essential cookies may prevent parts of our website — including checkout — from working properly.

6. Do Not Track

Some browsers send a "Do Not Track" (DNT) signal to websites. There is currently no industry standard for responding to DNT signals, so our site does not respond to them. You can still manage your preferences using our cookie banner and the links above.

7. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Cookie Policy to reflect changes in technology, law, or our practices. The "Last updated" date at the top of this page shows when it was last revised. We encourage you to review this page periodically.