Cookie Policy


Last updated 10 September 2026

Cookies and similar browser storage are small pieces of information used to remember choices, provide website functions and, when permitted, measure website use.

Necessary storage

Necessary storage supports functions you request and cannot be switched off through the consent panel. It includes the IDC privacy-choice cookie, security controls, signed-in administrator cookies and temporary browser storage used by features such as Ask IDC.

Name or servicePurposeTypical duration
idc_consent_v1Remembers whether you accepted or rejected analytics.6 months
Ask IDC browser storageKeeps the assistant session and interface state on your device.Session or until cleared
Security and administrationProtects forms and supports authorised WordPress users.Session or account setting

Optional analytics

If you accept analytics, Google Analytics may set cookies beginning with _ga. They help IDC understand visits, commonly used pages and general interaction patterns. IDC has disabled advertising signals in its website configuration. Analytics does not load when you reject it.

External content and form protection

YouTube content is loaded only when you choose to play a video and uses privacy-enhanced YouTube addresses where available. Google reCAPTCHA may process technical information when it protects a form. External services are governed by their own terms and privacy policies.

Change your choice

Select Privacy choices at the lower left of any page to accept or reject analytics. Rejecting analytics removes IDC Google Analytics cookies that are accessible to this website and reloads the page when necessary.