Cookie Policy
Last updated: 17/06/2026
This Cookie Policy explains how Mortgage Compare ("we", "us", or "our") uses cookies and similar technologies when you visit our website at mortgage-compare.uk (the "Service"). It explains what these technologies are and why we use them, as well as your rights to control our use of them.
What are cookies?
Cookies are small data files that are placed on your computer or mobile device when you visit a website. Cookies are widely used by website owners to make their websites work, or to work more efficiently, as well as to provide reporting information.
Cookies set by the website owner (in this case, Mortgage Compare) are called "first party cookies". Cookies set by parties other than the website owner are called "third party cookies".
How do we use cookies?
Essential Cookies
These cookies are strictly necessary to provide you with services available through our website and to use some of its features.
- Authentication and security cookies (Auth0)
- Session management
- Cookie consent preferences
Functional Cookies
These cookies enable the website to provide enhanced functionality and personalisation.
- User preferences and settings
- Form data persistence
- Language and region preferences
Analytics Cookies
These cookies help us understand how visitors interact with our website by collecting and reporting information anonymously.
- Page views and user journeys
- Performance monitoring
- Error tracking and debugging
Third-party cookies
In addition to our own cookies, we may also use various third-party cookies to report usage statistics of the Service and deliver advertisements.
Auth0
We use Auth0 for user authentication and security. Auth0 may set cookies to manage user sessions and provide secure login functionality.
API Services
Our website integrates with various UK property and mortgage data services (Ordnance Survey, EPC data) which may use cookies for service delivery and analytics.
How can you control cookies?
Browser Settings
Most web browsers allow you to control cookies through their settings preferences. You can:
- View what cookies you have and delete them on an individual basis
- Block third-party cookies
- Block cookies from particular sites
- Block all cookies from being set
- Delete all cookies when you close your browser
Browser-Specific Instructions
- Chrome: Settings → Privacy and Security → Cookies and other site data
- Firefox: Settings → Privacy & Security → Cookies and Site Data
- Safari: Preferences → Privacy → Manage Website Data
- Edge: Settings → Cookies and site permissions → Cookies and site data
Please note: If you choose to block cookies, some features of our website may not function properly or may be unavailable.
Data Protection
We are committed to protecting your privacy and personal data. Our use of cookies is designed to:
- Minimize data collection to what is necessary for service functionality
- Ensure secure storage and transmission of your data
- Never share your personal data without your explicit consent
- Comply with UK GDPR and data protection regulations
Changes 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. We will notify you of any material changes by posting the new Cookie Policy on this page and updating the "Last updated" date.
We encourage you to review this Cookie Policy periodically to stay informed about our use of cookies.
Contact Us
If you have any questions about this Cookie Policy or our use of cookies, please contact us:
Email: data.protection@mortgage-compare.uk
Website: mortgage-compare.uk