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Cookies Policy

Last updated · 2026-05-30

This policy explains the small set of cookies and similar technologies Manchester Training Academy uses, and why. It sits alongside our Privacy Policy.

1. What cookies are

Cookies are small text files a website stores on your device. They let a site remember things between pages and visits, such as whether you are signed in. “Local storage” is a similar feature built into your browser.

2. Our approach

We keep cookies to a minimum. We use only essential and functional cookies that are needed to sign you in, keep the site secure, and remember a few basic preferences.

We do not use analytics, advertising or tracking cookies, and we do not share cookie data with advertising networks.

3. The cookies we use

NamePurposeSet byDurationType
Clerk session (e.g. __session)Keeps you signed inClerkSession / token lifetimeEssential
mta_csrfProtects forms against cross-site request forgeryMTA24 hoursEssential
mta_basketRemembers your basket before you sign inMTA30 daysFunctional
mta_currencyRemembers your chosen display currencyMTAUp to 30 daysFunctional
mta_countryRemembers your country so prices show correctlyMTAUp to 30 daysFunctional
Stripe cookiesFraud prevention during checkout (set on Stripe's pages)StripePer StripeEssential

4. Local storage

We also use your browser's local storage for a couple of small, non-tracking items:

  • mta-cookie-ack-v1 — remembers that you have seen the cookie notice, so it does not show again.
  • mta_applied_coupon — remembers a coupon you applied until your checkout completes.

6. Managing cookies

You can control or delete cookies through your browser settings. Please note that blocking essential cookies will stop you from signing in and using key features of the Platform.

7. Changes and contact

We may update this policy; the “last updated” date above shows the current version. For any question, email [email protected] or use our contact form.