Cookie Policy
Last updated: 29 March 2026
What are cookies?
Cookies are small text files placed on your device when you visit a website. They are widely used to make websites work efficiently and to provide information to the site owners. This policy explains how Edinburgh Festival Jobs ("we", "us", "our") uses cookies in compliance with the UK General Data Protection Regulation (UK GDPR), the Data Protection Act 2018, and the Privacy and Electronic Communications Regulations 2003 (PECR).
Cookies we use
Strictly necessary cookies
These cookies are essential for the website to function and cannot be switched off. They are set in response to actions you take such as logging in, filling in forms, or setting your cookie preferences. You can set your browser to block these cookies, but some parts of the site will not work.
| Cookie | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|
.AspNetCore.Identity.Application |
Authentication — keeps you signed in to your account | Session / up to 14 days if "Remember me" is selected |
X-CSRF-TOKEN |
Security — protects against cross-site request forgery attacks | Session |
.AspNetCore.Antiforgery.* |
Security — additional CSRF protection | Session |
efj_cookie_consent |
Stores your cookie consent preference | 365 days |
Third-party cookies
When you make a payment, you are redirected to Stripe's hosted checkout page. Stripe may set cookies on their domain to process your payment securely and prevent fraud. These cookies are governed by Stripe's Privacy Policy. We do not have access to or control over Stripe's cookies.
We do not use any analytics, advertising, or tracking cookies.
Your choices
Under PECR and UK GDPR, you have the right to decide whether to accept or reject cookies that are not strictly necessary. Since we currently only use strictly necessary cookies, the site will function fully regardless of your choice. If we add optional cookies in the future (such as analytics), we will update this policy and seek your consent before setting them.
You can also control cookies through your browser settings:
- Chrome: Settings > Privacy and Security > Cookies
- Firefox: Settings > Privacy & Security > Cookies
- Safari: Preferences > Privacy
- Edge: Settings > Cookies and site permissions
Please note that blocking all cookies may affect your ability to use parts of this website, such as signing in to your account.
Your rights
Under UK GDPR, you have the right to:
- Access the personal data we hold about you
- Request correction of inaccurate data
- Request deletion of your data
- Object to or restrict processing of your data
- Lodge a complaint with the Information Commissioner's Office (ICO) at ico.org.uk
Contact us
If you have any questions about our use of cookies, please contact us at [email protected].
Changes to this policy
We may update this cookie policy from time to time. Any changes will be posted on this page with an updated revision date. We encourage you to review this page periodically.