What are cookies?

Cookies, in Internet terms, are tiny text files that are stored in your browser. Web sites can use them to store information between multiple visits to the site.

Are cookies dangerous?

No, they only hold simple text information. They're not programs or viruses.

Why does this site use cookies?

If you are using our shortlist feature, properties in your shortlist are stored in a cookie so you can view your shortlist at a later date.

If you are advertising a property on our site, a cookie helps remember the information you have entered so far, allowing you to change it before finally publishing it.

Does my browser support cookies?

Virtually all browsers support cookies and are enabled by default. If you think cookies are disabled in your browser, follow the instructions below to enable them.

How to enable cookies on your web browser

Please follow the relevant instructions for your web browser:

Microsoft Internet Explorer 6

1. Select "Internet Options" from the Tools menu.
   
2. Click on the "Privacy" tab.
3. Slide the bar down to "Medium".
   
4. Click "OK".

Microsoft Internet Explorer 5

1. Select "Internet Options" from the Tools menu.
2. Click on the "Security" tab.
3. Click the "Custom Level" button.
4. Scroll down to the "Cookies" section.
5. Set "Allow cookies that are stored on your computer" to "Enable".
6. Set "Allow per-session cookies" to "Enable".
7. Click "OK".

Mozilla Firefox

1. Go to the "Tools" menu.
2. Select "Options".
3. Select the "Privacy" icon in the left panel.
4. Check the box corresponding to "Allow sites to set cookies".
5. Click "OK" to save changes.

Netscape 7.1/Mozilla 5.0

1. Select "Preferences" from the Edit menu.
2. Click on the arrow next to "Privacy & Security" in the scrolling window to expand.
3. Under "Privacy & Security", select "Cookies"
4. Select "Enable all cookies".
5. Click "OK".