Cookie Policy
Last updated: 4 September 2025
Contents
1. Introduction
This Cookie Policy explains how Connect Studio NW Ltd ("WorkWise", "we", "us", "our") uses cookies and similar technologies on our website getworkwise.com. This policy should be read alongside our Privacy Policy.
By using our website, you consent to our use of cookies in accordance with this policy. If you do not agree to our use of cookies, you should adjust your browser settings or refrain from using our website.
3. How we use cookies
3.1 Essential cookies
These cookies are necessary for the website to function properly. They enable core functionality such as security, network management, and accessibility. You cannot opt-out of these cookies as they are essential for the website to work.
| Cookie Name | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| __session | Maintains user session state | Session |
| __csrf | Security token to prevent cross-site request forgery | Session |
3.2 Performance cookies
These cookies collect information about how visitors use our website, such as which pages are visited most often. This data helps us improve how our website works.
| Cookie Name | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| _ga | Google Analytics - tracks unique visitors | 2 years |
| _gid | Google Analytics - tracks unique visitors | 24 hours |
| _clck | Microsoft Clarity - persists user ID and preferences | 1 year |
| _clsk | Microsoft Clarity - connects multiple page views into a session | 1 day |
| CLID | Microsoft Clarity - identifies the first-time visitor | 1 year |
3.3 Functionality cookies
These cookies allow the website to remember choices you make (such as your preferred language or region) and provide enhanced, more personalised features.
| Cookie Name | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| theme | Remembers your preferred colour theme (light/dark) | 1 year |
| locale | Remembers your language preference | 1 year |
3.4 Marketing cookies
These cookies track your online activity to help advertisers deliver more relevant advertising or to limit how many times you see an ad. We may use these cookies to measure the effectiveness of our marketing campaigns.
Note: We currently do not use marketing cookies. If we introduce them in the future, we will update this policy and request your consent where required.
4. Third-party cookies
Some cookies on our website are set by third-party services that appear on our pages. We do not control these cookies and you should refer to the third party's privacy policy for more information.
5. Managing cookies
5.1 Browser settings
Most web browsers allow you to control cookies through their settings. You can set your browser to refuse cookies or delete certain cookies. The method for doing this varies by browser:
Chrome
Settings → Privacy and security → Cookies and other site data
Firefox
Settings → Privacy & Security → Cookies and Site Data
Safari
Preferences → Privacy → Cookies and website data
Edge
Settings → Privacy, search, and services → Cookies and site permissions
5.2 Consequences of disabling cookies
Please note that if you disable cookies, some features of our website may not function properly. Essential cookies cannot be disabled as they are necessary for the website to operate.
6. Consent
Under UK law, we are required to obtain your consent for certain types of cookies. When you first visit our website, you will see a cookie banner asking for your consent to use non-essential cookies.
You can withdraw your consent at any time by adjusting your cookie preferences through our cookie settings or by adjusting your browser settings.
7. Do not track signals
Some browsers incorporate a "Do Not Track" (DNT) feature that signals to websites that you do not want to have your online activity tracked. Our website currently does not respond to DNT signals.
8. Local storage
In addition to cookies, we may use local storage technologies (such as HTML5 local storage) to store information on your device. These technologies work similarly to cookies but may have different expiration periods.
9. Updates to this policy
We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices or for legal, operational, or regulatory reasons. We will notify you of any material changes by posting the new policy on this page with an updated revision date.
10. Contact us
If you have any questions about our use of cookies or this Cookie Policy, please contact us:
Connect Studio NW Ltd
Nortex Business Centre
105 Chorley Old Road
Bolton, BL1 3AS
Phone
01204 232 01111. More information
For more information about cookies and how to manage them, you can visit:
Information Commissioner's Office (ICO)
ico.org.uk/your-data-matters/online/cookies/All About Cookies
allaboutcookies.orgYour Online Choices
youronlinechoices.com