SYDNEY EXPRESS – COOKIE POLICY
Finance Systems Australia Pty Ltd | ABN: 39 654 030 332 | ACN: 654 030 332 | Effective Date: 20/04/2026 | Version 1.0
1. Introduction
This Cookie Policy explains how Finance Systems Australia Pty Ltd (ABN: 39 654 030 332; ACN: 654 030 332), operating the Sydney Express Business Directory (“Sydney Express”, “we”, “us”, “our”) at sydneyexpress.com.au (“Website”), uses cookies and similar tracking technologies when you visit our Website.
This Cookie Policy should be read alongside our Privacy Policy and Terms & Conditions, both available on our Website. By continuing to use the Website after being presented with our cookie consent notice, you consent to our use of cookies as described in this policy.
2. What Are Cookies?
Cookies are small text files placed on your device (computer, tablet, or mobile phone) when you visit a website. They are widely used to make websites work more efficiently, to remember your preferences, and to provide information to website operators.
Cookies may be:
– Session cookies: Temporary cookies that are deleted when you close your browser.
– Persistent cookies: Cookies that remain on your device for a set period or until you delete them manually.
– First-party cookies: Set directly by Sydney Express when you visit our Website.
– Third-party cookies: Set by external services we integrate with, such as Google Analytics or Google Maps.
3. Cookies We Use
3.1 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 privacy preferences. Without these cookies, services you have requested cannot be provided.
| Cookie Name | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| WordPress session cookies | Maintain your login session and user preferences | Session |
| PHPSESSID | Server-side session management | Session |
| listingpro_* | ListingPro theme functionality, search filters, and listing display | Session / Persistent |
| wordpress_logged_in_* | Identifies you when logged in to the Website | Persistent |
| wp-settings-* | Stores your WordPress interface preferences | Persistent (1 year) |
3.2 Analytics & Performance Cookies
These cookies allow us to count visits and understand how visitors interact with the Website, so we can measure and improve performance. All information collected is aggregated and anonymous.
| Cookie Name | Provider | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| _ga | Google Analytics | Distinguishes unique users | 2 years |
| ga* | Google Analytics | Stores and counts page views | 2 years |
| _gid | Google Analytics | Distinguishes users (24-hour cycle) | 24 hours |
| _gat | Google Analytics | Throttles request rate | 1 minute |
We use Google Analytics to understand Website traffic patterns, popular listing categories, and visitor behaviour. Google Analytics data is processed in accordance with Google’s Privacy Policy. You can opt out of Google Analytics across all websites by installing the Google Analytics Opt-out Browser Add-on at tools.google.com/dlpage/gaoptout.
3.3 Functional Cookies
These cookies enable enhanced functionality and personalisation. They may be set by us or by third-party providers whose services we have integrated into the Website.
| Cookie Name | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| suburb_preference | Remembers your last selected Sydney suburb for search | 30 days |
| category_preference | Remembers your last selected directory category | 30 days |
| cookie_consent | Stores your cookie consent preferences | 1 year |
3.4 Third-Party & Integration Cookies
Our Website integrates with third-party services that may set their own cookies. We do not control these cookies and they are governed by the respective third party’s privacy and cookie policies.
– Google Maps: Used to display business locations on listing pages. Google may set cookies to provide map functionality and to collect analytics data. See Google’s Privacy Policy at policies.google.com/privacy.
– Viator (TripAdvisor): Used on our Express Experiences page to display Sydney tours and activities. Viator may set cookies for session management and affiliate tracking. See Viator’s Privacy Policy at viator.com/privacy.
– WordPress.com & Automattic: Our hosting infrastructure may use cookies for security and spam prevention purposes.
4. Managing Your Cookie Preferences
4.1 Cookie Consent Banner
When you first visit our Website, you will be presented with a cookie consent notice. You may accept all cookies, reject non-essential cookies, or customise your preferences. You can change your preferences at any time by clearing your browser cookies and revisiting the Website.
4.2 Browser Settings
You can control cookies through your browser settings. Most browsers allow you to refuse cookies, delete existing cookies, or alert you when cookies are set. Please note that disabling cookies may affect the functionality of certain parts of the Website, including the ability to log in, save preferences, and view maps.
For guidance on managing cookies in your browser, visit:
– Google Chrome: support.google.com/chrome/answer/95647 – Mozilla Firefox: support.mozilla.org/kb/cookies-information-websites-store – Apple Safari: support.apple.com/guide/safari/manage-cookies – Microsoft Edge: support.microsoft.com/microsoft-edge/delete-cookies
4.3 Opting Out of Analytics
In addition to browser settings, you may opt out of Google Analytics tracking using the Google Analytics Opt-out Browser Add-on, available at tools.google.com/dlpage/gaoptout.
5. Cookies & Personal Information
Where cookies collect or are linked to personal information (for example, when you are logged in to your Sydney Express account), that information is handled in accordance with our Privacy Policy, available at sydneyexpress.com.au/privacy-policy. We do not sell your personal information or cookie data to third parties.
6. Changes to This Cookie Policy
We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time to reflect changes to the cookies we use or for other operational, legal, or regulatory reasons. We will post any changes on this page and update the effective date above. We encourage you to review this Cookie Policy periodically.
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