Cookie Policy
Last updated: 3 April 2026
What Are Cookies?
Cookies are small text files that are placed on your device when you visit a website. They are widely used to make websites work efficiently, provide a better user experience, and give information to the site owners. Local storage is a similar technology that allows websites to store data in your browser.
Essential Cookies
These cookies are necessary for PetrolFinder.uk to function and cannot be switched off. They are set in response to actions you take, such as signing in to your account.
| Cookie | Provider | Purpose |
|---|---|---|
| __session | Clerk | Maintains your authenticated session after sign-in |
| __client_uat | Clerk | Tracks the last update time of your authentication token |
| __clerk_db_jwt | Clerk | Development-mode authentication token (not used in production) |
Functional Storage (localStorage)
We use your browser's localStorage to remember your preferences and improve your experience. This data stays on your device and is never sent to our servers.
| Key | Purpose |
|---|---|
| pf_session_id | Anonymous session identifier for tracking your browsing session |
| pf_dismissed_banners | Remembers which informational banners you have dismissed |
| pf_fuel_budget | Stores your fuel budget preference for the budget calculator feature |
Third-Party Cookies
The following third-party services may set cookies when you use PetrolFinder.uk:
- Clerk— Sets authentication cookies as listed above to manage your sign-in session.
- Vercel— Our hosting provider may set cookies related to deployment and performance monitoring.
No Advertising or Tracking Cookies
PetrolFinder.uk does not use any advertising cookies, tracking pixels, or remarketing technologies. We do not track your browsing activity across other websites, and we do not share your data with advertisers.
How to Manage Cookies
You can control and manage cookies through your browser settings. Most browsers allow you to:
- View what cookies are stored and delete them individually
- Block third-party cookies
- Block cookies from specific websites
- Block all cookies
- Delete all cookies when you close your browser
Please note that blocking essential cookies will prevent you from signing in to your PetrolFinder.uk account. To clear localStorage items, you can use your browser's developer tools or clear your browsing data.
For more information on managing cookies in your browser, visit aboutcookies.org.
Changes to This Policy
We may update this cookie policy from time to time. Any changes will be posted on this page with an updated revision date.
Contact Us
If you have any questions about our use of cookies, please contact us at [email protected].