Cookies
Introduction
IT Jobs Watch Ltd utilizes cookies and similar technologies on the website www.itjobswatch.co.uk. This document explains the operation of these files and the choices available to the user.
Scope of Use
The website employs a limited number of technologies to maintain operation and analyse usage trends. No advertising networks operate on this domain. The site does not collect data for targeted profiling or retargeting.
What are Cookies?
Cookies are small text files placed on a device during a visit. These files assist the website in retaining preferences and session information.
Files may be distinct based on their origin. First party cookies originate directly from the website. Third party cookies originate from external services used for analysis.
Files also differ by duration. Session cookies vanish upon closing the browser. Persistent cookies remain until a set expiration date or manual deletion.
Cookie Categories
Technologies on this site fall into two specific groups based on function.
1. Strictly Necessary Cookies
These files enable core operations. Functions include preserving search criteria between pages and recording consent status. The website cannot provide requested services without these files. Applicable law permits these essential tools without a requirement for prior consent.
2. Analytics Cookies
Measurement tools track interaction to assist with content improvement.
User Control and Consent
The website enables analytics cookies by default to ensure accurate measurement of the open data provided.
A dedicated configuration tool allows the user to opt out of these non-essential files at any time. The Cookie Preferences link located in the footer opens this menu.
To opt out of Google Analytics across all websites, install the Google Analytics Opt-out Browser Add-on.
Cookie Specifications
The table below details the specific files active on the website.
| Name | Provider | Purpose | Duration | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Strictly Necessary | ||||
| ITJWSID | IT Jobs Watch | Preserves search options between pages | 60 minutes | First |
| ITJWCC | IT Jobs Watch | Stores cookie consent status | 1 year | First |
| ITJWCC_CATS | IT Jobs Watch | Stores cookie category preferences | 1 year | First |
| Analytics | ||||
| _ga | Google Analytics | Distinguishes unique visitors | 2 years | First |
| _ga_* | Google Analytics | Maintains session state | 2 years | First |
| _clck | Microsoft Clarity | Persists Clarity user ID and settings | 1 year | First |
| _clsk | Microsoft Clarity | Connects page views into a session | 1 day | First |
| CLID | Microsoft Clarity | Identifies returning visitors | 1 year | Third |
More information
Further information about our data processing can be found in our Privacy Policy.
If you have any queries regarding this Cookie Policy, please contact our Data Protection Officer at dataprotectionofficer@itjobswatch.co.uk
Changes to this Cookie Policy
This policy is effective from 23 December 2025.
Updates to this policy will appear on this page.