Cookie Policy
Last Updated: 30 December 2025
Quick Summary: This website uses minimal cookies, primarily for essential functionality
like remembering your booking session. We do not use advertising or tracking cookies.
1. What Are Cookies?
Cookies are small text files stored on your device (computer, phone, tablet) when you visit a website. They
help websites remember information about your visit.
Types of Cookies:
- Session Cookies - Temporary, deleted when you close your browser
- Persistent Cookies - Remain on your device for a set period
- First-Party Cookies - Set by the website you're visiting
- Third-Party Cookies - Set by other websites (e.g., analytics providers)
2. Cookies We Use
| Cookie Name |
Purpose |
Type |
Duration |
session_id |
Maintains your booking session when using our online booking system |
Essential / Session |
Deleted when browser closes |
admin_token |
Keeps admin users logged into the dispatch panel |
Essential / Persistent |
7 days |
driver_id |
Keeps drivers logged into the driver app |
Essential / Persistent |
30 days |
Strictly Necessary Cookies
These cookies are essential for the website to function. Without them, you cannot make bookings or use the
service.
- Session management - Remembers your booking details as you progress through the form
- Authentication - Keeps drivers and admin users logged in securely
- Security - Prevents cross-site request forgery (CSRF) attacks
Performance / Analytics Cookies
We do NOT currently use analytics cookies.
If we add analytics in the future (e.g., Google Analytics), we will update this policy and request your
consent.
Advertising / Targeting Cookies
We do NOT use advertising or tracking cookies.
We do not sell your data or show personalized ads.
3. Third-Party Cookies
Google Maps
Our booking system uses Google Maps to autocomplete addresses and calculate distances. Google may set cookies
when you interact with the map. See Google's
Privacy Policy.
External Links
If you click links to external websites (e.g., social media), those sites may set their own cookies. We have
no control over third-party cookies.
4. How to Control Cookies
Browser Settings
All modern browsers allow you to control cookies. You can:
- Block all cookies
- Block third-party cookies only
- Delete cookies after each session
- Set exceptions for trusted sites
Browser-Specific Instructions:
Google Chrome:
- Click the three dots (⋮) → Settings
- Privacy and Security → Cookies and other site data
- Choose your preferred option
Mozilla Firefox:
- Click the three lines (≡) → Settings
- Privacy & Security → Cookies and Site Data
- Choose your preferred option
Safari (Mac/iPhone):
- Safari → Preferences → Privacy
- Adjust "Cookies and website data" settings
Microsoft Edge:
- Click the three dots (…) → Settings
- Cookies and site permissions → Cookies and site data
- Choose your preferred option
Impact of Blocking Cookies
If you block essential cookies:
- ❌ You will NOT be able to complete online bookings
- ❌ The booking form will not remember your details
- ❌ Drivers and staff cannot log in
Alternative: If cookies are blocked, please book via phone on [TO BE ADDED].
5. Do We Use Cookie Consent Banners?
Currently, we only use strictly necessary cookies, which do not require consent under UK
GDPR (ICO guidance).
If we add optional cookies (analytics, marketing), we will:
- Display a consent banner before setting non-essential cookies
- Provide clear options to accept or reject
- Remember your choice
6. Local Storage and Similar Technologies
In addition to cookies, we use browser localStorage to:
- Remember driver login sessions (localStorage is more secure than cookies for this purpose)
- Cache booking form data (so you don't lose your details if you accidentally close the tab)
You can clear localStorage via your browser's "Clear browsing data" feature.
7. Changes to This Policy
We may update this cookie policy when:
- We add new cookies or services
- Cookie regulations change
- We improve our website functionality
Check the "Last Updated" date at the top of this page to see if changes have been made.
8. Contact Us
If you have questions about our use of cookies:
Email: hello@anytimetaxi.co.uk
Phone: [TO BE ADDED]
9. More Information
For more information about cookies and online privacy: