Cookies & Tracking: The PECR Consent Rules

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About Course

Understand the UK rules on cookies and similar tracking technologies after the Data (Use and Access) Act 2025. Based on the ICO’s 2026 guidance on storage and access technologies, the course covers when consent is needed, the five exceptions including the new statistical and appearance exceptions, and how to design a compliant consent banner.

Tutwoo is an independent learning provider. This course is general awareness training based on published guidance from the Information Commissioner’s Office and other official sources. It is not legal advice and does not replace advice from your data protection officer or a qualified adviser. Data protection law and guidance can change.

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What Will You Learn?

  • Identify which technologies the PECR storage and access rules cover Apply the five exceptions correctly, including statistical purposes and appearance Design consent mechanisms that meet ICO expectations Recognise uses, such as advertising, that always need consent

Course Content

Course Lessons

  • What the rules cover
  • The five exceptions
  • Designing a compliant consent mechanism
  • Advertising, audits and common mistakes

Sources & Further Reading
The official guidance this course is based on.

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