Cookie Policy

Last updated: 13 February 2026

1. What Cookies and Storage We Use

HomesToCompare primarily uses browser localStorage rather than traditional cookies. LocalStorage is used for:

• User preferences: Your notes, edited pros & cons, photo comments, and other customisations for each comparison.
• Consent status: Whether you have accepted or rejected non-essential cookies/storage.

Notes and customisations are stored in your browser and also synced to our servers so you can access them across devices. Consent preferences remain on your device only.

2. Third-Party Resources

HomesToCompare loads the following third-party resources which may set their own cookies or collect data:

• Google Fonts: We use the Inter font family and Material Icons, loaded from Google's font servers. Google may collect usage data as described in their Privacy Policy.
• Leaflet Maps: Interactive maps use OpenStreetMap tile servers, which may log access requests.
• Cloudflare: Our hosting provider may use essential cookies for security and performance (e.g., bot protection).

3. How to Manage Cookies

You can manage cookies and localStorage through your browser settings:

• Cookies: Most browsers allow you to view, block, or delete cookies in their privacy/security settings.
• localStorage: You can clear localStorage for this site through your browser's developer tools (Application > Local Storage) or by clearing site data in your browser settings.
• Consent preferences: You can change your cookie consent choice at any time by clearing your browser's localStorage for this site, which will cause the consent banner to reappear.

Please note that blocking essential storage may affect the functionality of the comparison tool (e.g., your personal notes and customisations will not be saved).

4. Contact Information

If you have questions about our use of cookies or local storage, please contact us at [email protected].