Cookies
Cookies are small files saved on your phone, tablet or computer when you visit a website.
We use cookies to make the Defra digital service manual work and to collect information about how you use our service.
Essential cookies
Essential cookies keep your information secure while you use this service. We do not need to ask permission to use them.
| Name | Purpose | Expires |
|---|---|---|
| defra_cookies_policy | Saves your cookie consent settings | 1 year |
| defra_cookies_policy_set | Records that you have set your cookie preferences | 1 year |
Analytics cookies (optional)
With your permission, we use Google Analytics to collect data about how you use this service. This information helps us to improve our service.
Google is not allowed to use or share our analytics data with anyone.
Google Analytics stores anonymised information about:
- how you got to this service
- the pages you visit on this service and how long you spend on them
- any errors you see while using this service
| Name | Purpose | Expires |
|---|---|---|
| _ga | Helps us count how many people visit this service by tracking if you have visited before | 2 years |
| _ga_<container-id> | Used by Google Analytics to find your session data | 2 years |