Cookie Policy
Cookie Policy
Last updated: March 2026
This page explains what cookies are, which ones What’s On MK uses, and how you can control them.
What Are Cookies?
Cookies are small text files stored on your device when you visit a website. They help sites work properly, remember preferences, and give owners basic information about how their site is being used.
What Cookies We Use
Essential Cookies
These are required for the website to function and cannot be switched off. They don’t collect any personal information.
| Cookie | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| wordpress_* | WordPress session management | Session |
| wp-settings-* | WordPress user preferences | 1 year |
Analytics Cookies
We use Google Analytics to understand how visitors use our site. All data is anonymous — we cannot identify individual visitors. You can opt out by installing the Google Analytics opt-out browser add-on.
| Cookie | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| _ga | Distinguishes unique users | 2 years |
| _ga_* | Maintains session state | 2 years |
| _gid | Distinguishes users | 24 hours |
| _gat | Throttles request rate | 1 minute |
Third-Party Cookies
Some embedded content on our site — such as YouTube videos or Google Maps — may set cookies from those services. These are outside our control and governed by their own privacy policies.
| Service | Purpose | Their Policy |
|---|---|---|
| YouTube | Embedded videos | Google Privacy Policy |
| Google Maps | Embedded maps | Google Privacy Policy |
How to Control Cookies
You can manage or delete cookies through your browser settings:
Disabling certain cookies may affect how this website works.
Changes to This Policy
We may update this page from time to time. Any changes will be posted here with an updated date. Questions? Contact us at hello@whatsonmk.co.uk.