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Cookie Policy

Last updated: June 2026 · NI CarSearch Ltd · 1c The Square, Ballyclare, BT39 9BB

This Cookie Policy explains what cookies are, which cookies NI CarSearch uses, and how you can manage your cookie preferences. By continuing to use nicarsearch.com, you consent to our use of cookies as described in this policy.

1. What Are Cookies?

Cookies are small text files that are placed on your device (computer, tablet, or mobile phone) when you visit a website. They allow the website to remember your actions and preferences over a period of time, so you do not have to re-enter information each time you visit.

Cookies cannot harm your device, access other files on your device, or carry viruses.

2. Cookies We Use

NI CarSearch uses the following categories of cookies:

Strictly Necessary Cookies

These cookies are essential for the website to function. Without them, services such as signing in, listing a vehicle, and sending enquiries would not work. These cannot be disabled.

CookiePurposeDuration
sb-auth-tokenKeeps you signed in to your accountSession / 7 days
sb-refresh-tokenRefreshes your authentication session30 days

Analytics Cookies

These cookies help us understand how visitors use our website so we can improve it. All data is anonymised and aggregated — we cannot identify individual users from this data.

CookiePurposeDuration
_gaGoogle Analytics — distinguishes unique users2 years
_ga_*Google Analytics — session state2 years

Functional Cookies

These cookies remember your preferences to provide a better experience, such as your last search filters or preferred vehicle category.

3. Third-Party Cookies

Some cookies are set by third-party services that appear on our pages. These include:

We do not control these third-party cookies. Please refer to the respective privacy policies for more information.

4. Managing Your Cookie Preferences

You can control and manage cookies in several ways:

Browser settings: Most browsers allow you to refuse or delete cookies. Please note that disabling cookies may affect the functionality of our website, including your ability to sign in or list a vehicle.

Google Analytics opt-out: You can opt out of Google Analytics tracking by installing the Google Analytics Opt-out Browser Add-on.

5. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time. The current version will always be available at nicarsearch.com/cookies.

6. Contact Us

If you have any questions about our use of cookies, please contact us at hello@nicarsearch.com.

See also our Privacy Policy and Terms & Conditions.