Cookie Policy
Last updated: 7th December 2025
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 more efficiently and provide information to website owners. Cookies help us understand how you use our website and improve your experience.
How We Use Cookies
NHS Pay Bands uses cookies for the following purposes:
- To understand how visitors interact with our website
- To analyze website traffic and usage patterns
- To remember your preferences and settings
- To improve website functionality and user experience
- To track the effectiveness of our content
Types of Cookies We Use
Essential Cookies
These cookies are necessary for the website to function properly. They enable basic functions like page navigation and access to secure areas of the website.
- Session management
- Security features
- Basic website functionality
Analytics Cookies
We use analytics cookies to understand how visitors use our website. This helps us improve our website and the services we offer.
- Google Analytics: Tracks visitor behavior, page views, and traffic sources
- Microsoft Clarity: Records user sessions to understand how people interact with our website
These services collect information such as pages visited, time spent on pages, browser type, and device information.
Functionality Cookies
These cookies allow the website to remember choices you make and provide enhanced features.
- Remembering your preferences
- Language settings
- Location preferences (if you opt in)
Third-Party Cookies
We use the following third-party services that may set cookies:
Google Analytics
Google Analytics helps us understand how visitors use our website. It collects information anonymously and reports website trends without identifying individual visitors.
Learn more: Google Privacy Policy
Microsoft Clarity
Microsoft Clarity is a user behavior analytics tool that helps us understand how users interact with our website through session recordings and heatmaps.
Learn more: Microsoft Privacy Statement
Managing Cookies
You can control and manage cookies in various ways:
Browser Settings
Most web browsers allow you to control cookies through their settings preferences. You can set your browser to:
- Block all cookies
- Block third-party cookies only
- Clear cookies when you close your browser
- Ask for your permission before accepting cookies
Browser-Specific Instructions
Please note: If you disable cookies, some features of our website may not function properly, and your user experience may be limited.
Cookie Duration
Cookies can be either session cookies or persistent cookies:
- Session Cookies: Temporary cookies that are deleted when you close your browser
- Persistent Cookies: Remain on your device for a set period or until you delete them
Updates to This Cookie Policy
We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices or for other operational, legal, or regulatory reasons. Please revisit this page periodically to stay informed about our use of cookies.
Contact Us
If you have any questions about our use of cookies or this Cookie Policy, please contact us through our website contact form.