Cookie Policy

Last updated: September 2026

This page explains what cookies BookDirectMate uses, why, and how you can change your mind at any time.

What is a cookie?

A cookie is a small file stored on your device when you visit a website. Some are essential for the site to work; others help us understand how the site is used so we can improve it. Under UK law we can only set the second kind once you have agreed to it.

Cookies we use

Cookie Purpose Duration
PHPSESSID Essential - keeps you logged in and remembers your search/booking while you browse. Cannot be switched off. Until you close your browser
bdm_cookie_consent Essential - remembers the choice you make below, so we don't ask again on every page. 6 months
_ga, _ga_*, _gid Analytics (Google Analytics) - tells us how many people visit and which pages are popular. Only set if you accept below. Up to 2 years

Changing your preference

You can accept or reject analytics cookies at any time from this page, or from the "Cookie Settings" link in the footer of every page.