Cookies policy

This page explains the cookies and similar technologies we use, why we use them, and how you can control them.

What are cookies?

Cookies are small text files placed on your device when you visit a website. They help sites remember you, keep you logged in, and understand how the site is used.

Cookies we set

Type	Purpose	Lifetime
Strictly necessary	Keep you signed in, remember saved searches, security/CSRF	Session - 30 days
Performance	Anonymous analytics on what works and what doesn't	2 years
Functional	Remember filters, last viewed listings, preferred branch	90 days
Marketing	Personalised ads, remarketing on Google & Meta (with consent)	13 months

Managing cookies

You can change your cookie preferences any time via the "Cookie settings" link in the footer of every page, or by adjusting your browser settings to refuse all cookies. Note: refusing all cookies will prevent you from signing in or saving searches.

Third-party cookies

• Google Analytics 4 - aggregated usage data
• Meta Pixel - remarketing on Facebook and Instagram (with consent)
• Stripe - payment processing on subscription / paid services
• Reverb / Pusher - real-time updates on listings and alerts

Contact

Questions? Email dpo@acorn.co.uk or see our privacy policy.