Cookie Policy
Last updated: March 2026
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 are widely used to make websites work more efficiently, provide a better user experience, and supply information to site operators.
In addition to traditional cookies, Penny Flights also uses localStorage, a similar browser-based storage mechanism that allows us to save small amounts of data locally on your device. Unlike cookies, localStorage data is not automatically sent to our servers with each request.
2. How We Use Cookies
Penny Flights uses cookies and localStorage to ensure the proper functioning of our flight search and comparison service, remember your preferences, and, with your consent, to facilitate affiliate tracking through our partners. We have categorised these technologies into three groups based on their purpose.
3. Cookie Categories
Necessary
These cookies and localStorage entries are essential for the Service to function and cannot be disabled. They do not store personally identifiable information.
| Name | Type | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| cookie_consent | localStorage | Stores your cookie consent preferences | Persistent |
| preferred_language | localStorage | Stores your selected language preference | Persistent |
Functional
These cookies enable enhanced functionality and personalisation. They may be set by us or by third-party providers whose services we use. If you disable these cookies, some features may not work as expected.
| Name | Type | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| search_preferences | localStorage | Remembers recent search parameters | Persistent |
| default_origin | localStorage | Stores your detected departure airport | Persistent |
Analytics & Marketing
These cookies are used by our affiliate and marketing partners to track referrals and attribute commissions. They are only placed with your explicit consent.
| Name | Provider | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| tp_* | Travelpayouts | Affiliate referral tracking and commission attribution | 30 days |
4. Managing Your Cookie Preferences
You can manage your cookie preferences at any time. Here are the ways you can control cookies:
Browser Settings
Most web browsers allow you to control cookies through their settings. You can typically find these options in the “Privacy” or “Security” section of your browser’s settings menu. Please note that blocking all cookies may affect the functionality of the Service.
Clearing localStorage
To clear localStorage data saved by Penny Flights, you can use your browser’s developer tools (usually accessible via F12) and navigate to the Application or Storage tab. From there, you can selectively remove or clear all localStorage entries for the penny.flights domain.
Opting Out of Affiliate Cookies
If you have previously consented to analytics and marketing cookies, you can withdraw your consent at any time by clearing your cookies and localStorage, then revisiting the site to set your new preferences. Upon your next visit, the cookie consent mechanism will be presented again.
5. Withdrawing Consent
You have the right to withdraw your consent for non-essential cookies at any time. Withdrawing consent does not affect the lawfulness of processing carried out prior to the withdrawal.
To withdraw consent, clear your browser’s cookies and localStorage for the penny.flights domain. The next time you visit the Service, you will be presented with the cookie consent banner where you can update your preferences.
6. Third-Party Cookies
Certain cookies may be placed by third parties when you interact with our Service. We do not control these cookies and their use is governed by the respective third-party’s privacy and cookie policies. Our primary third-party partner for cookie-based tracking is Travelpayouts, which uses cookies for affiliate referral attribution.
7. Updates to This Policy
We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices or applicable regulations. The “Last updated” date at the top of this page will be revised accordingly. We encourage you to review this policy periodically.
8. Further Information
For more information about how we process your personal data, please refer to our Privacy Policy. If you have questions about our use of cookies, please contact us at privacy@penny.flights.