When you return to that website (or visit other websites that use the same cookies) the website provider or its service providers can recognise the persistent cookies they have set and recognise your browsing device.<br> <u>Local storage</u>: Local storage files are created by apps and websites to store information locally on your device. They are very similar to cookies, but can have slightly different properties (for example, local storage can be used to store more information and can be stored in a different location on your device to cookies). Local storage is normally used to speed up app and site functionality and remember your preferences.<br> <u>SDKs</u>: SDKs are pieces of code that enable data to be collected about your device, network and interaction with a website. Like cookies, they generally operate by assigning your device a unique number.<br> <strong>2. Categories of tracking technologies</strong> <br>The types of tracking technologies used by us and our partners in connection with the provision of the Pico Services can be classified into the following categories. Some of these categories are “essential” to provide you with the services you have requested, such as to securely log into the Pico Services.