Legal · United Kingdom
Cookie Policy
Last updated: 1 July 2026
Cookies are small files stored on your device. Under the Privacy and Electronic Communications Regulations (PECR), we may only set non-essential cookies with your consent — so they stay switched off until you choose otherwise.
1. Your control
You can accept all, reject all, or choose categories at any time. Rejecting non-essential cookies does not restrict access to any part of the site.
2. Strictly necessary cookies
These are required to operate the marketplace and cannot be switched off. They do not need consent under PECR.
| Cookie | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| gdm_session | Keeps you signed in and links your basket to your session | Session |
| gdm_csrf | Protects forms and checkout against cross-site request forgery | Session |
| gdm-cookie-consent-v1 | Stores your cookie choices so we do not ask again | 12 months |
| __cf_bm | Bot and abuse protection at the network edge | 30 minutes |
3. Analytics cookies (consent required)
| Cookie | Provider | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| _ga | Google Analytics | Distinguishes visitors to measure traffic and page performance | 13 months |
| _ga_* | Google Analytics | Maintains session state for measurement | 13 months |
4. Marketing cookies (consent required)
| Cookie | Provider | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| _fbp | Meta | Measures campaign performance and shows relevant offers | 3 months |
| gdm_ref | GearDropMania | Attributes an order to a partner or affiliate link | 30 days |
5. Managing cookies in your browser
You can also block or delete cookies in your browser settings. Doing so may sign you out or clear your basket. Guidance for each major browser is available on its support site, and the ICO publishes general advice at ico.org.uk.
6. Questions
Contact legal@geardropmania.co.uk with any question about this policy. See also our Privacy Notice.