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Cookie notice

Scout does not currently set advertising, analytics or personalisation cookies on its public pages.

Essential technology

The comparison service uses normal web requests and temporary server-side caching to operate. Visitors do not need a Scout cookie to search or follow retailer links. The private owner dashboard uses one essential session cookie after the owner enters the access key; this cookie is not used on public comparison pages.

Gift Planner local storage

The Christmas Gift Planner uses browser local storage when you choose to create a checklist. This saves the list on your device so it remains available when you return. The checklist is not transmitted to Scout, and you can remove it with the Clear list button or by clearing browser site data.

Retailer links

Retailers and affiliate networks may use cookies or similar technologies after you follow a link from Scout. These technologies can measure referrals and allow a retailer to attribute a qualifying purchase to Scout. The retailer or affiliate network controls those cookies under its own notices.

Future changes

If Scout introduces optional analytics or other non-essential cookies, this notice and the website’s consent controls will be updated before those cookies are used.

Last updated: 11 September 2026.