Cookies Policy

Last updated: 19 September 2026

What cookies and similar technologies are

Cookies are small text files placed on your device when you visit our website. They allow the site to remember actions and preferences over time. Similar technologies include web beacons, pixels and local storage. These tools can store or access information such as browser type, device identifiers, IP addresses, pages visited and interaction data. On this site they help deliver training resources about multi-camera switching, live broadcasting techniques and real-time video operation without storing unnecessary personal details.

Why the site uses them

We use cookies and similar technologies to keep the website secure, remember user choices, measure how visitors interact with course materials on control-room management and television productions, and provide relevant information. Without them many core functions such as enrolling in specialised live-production courses would not work properly. The approach follows UK data-protection rules and aims to minimise data collection while supporting the commercial delivery of professional training.

Strictly necessary, functional, analytics, advertising and social-media categories

Strictly necessary cookies enable basic site functions such as navigation and security checks required for accessing course enrolment pages. Functional cookies remember preferences like language or video-player settings for streaming-production tutorials. Analytics cookies collect aggregated usage statistics to improve content on real-time video operation. Advertising cookies may be used to show tailored course promotions. Social-media cookies could appear if third-party platforms are embedded, although our site avoids unnecessary social integrations. Each category is explained in dedicated sections below so visitors understand the practical impact on their experience of live-broadcasting training.

First-party versus third-party cookies

First-party cookies are set directly by glitzroomix and stay within our domain. They handle session management for course dashboards and store minimal data needed for UK-compliant operations. Third-party cookies come from external providers such as analytics platforms or video-hosting services used to stream demonstrations of multi-camera switching. These may track activity across sites. We limit third-party use to essential service providers and require them to meet UK GDPR and PECR standards. Visitors can review the cookie table for specific examples of both types.

Session versus persistent cookies and retention periods

Session cookies exist only while the browser is open and are deleted when you close it. They support temporary functions such as maintaining login status during a single visit to review live-production course modules. Persistent cookies remain on the device for a defined period, ranging from a few days to two years depending on purpose. For example, an analytics persistent cookie may last thirteen months to track long-term trends in how professionals study television-production techniques. Retention is kept to the minimum necessary under UK law, after which the cookie is automatically removed or anonymised.

Data handled and purpose of each category

Strictly necessary cookies process device and session identifiers solely to prevent fraud and enable secure access to paid course content. Functional cookies store preference flags such as subtitle settings for broadcasting tutorials. Analytics cookies record page views, time spent on control-room management pages and referral sources in aggregated form. Advertising cookies may capture interest signals to display relevant course advertisements. No category collects names, email addresses or payment details; those are handled separately through forms that do not rely on cookies. All processing supports the commercial operation of specialised training in streaming productions while respecting data-minimisation principles.

Consent or exemption basis for each category under UK law

Strictly necessary cookies are exempt from consent under PECR because they are essential for the service you requested. Functional, analytics, advertising and social-media cookies require prior consent because they are not strictly necessary. Consent is obtained through the site-wide cookie banner before non-essential cookies are set. You may withdraw consent at any time. This approach complies with the UK GDPR, Data Protection Act 2018 and Privacy and Electronic Communications Regulations. Legitimate-interest assessments are documented internally for any borderline cases involving course-performance monitoring.

Cookie or provider table

The following table lists the main cookies currently in use. Names, providers, categories and typical durations are shown.

PHPSESSID – glitzroomix – strictly necessary – session only
cookie_consent – glitzroomix – strictly necessary – 12 months
_ga – Google Analytics – analytics – 13 months
_gid – Google Analytics – analytics – 24 hours
fr – Meta – advertising – 90 days
player_settings – video platform – functional – 6 months

Durations may vary slightly depending on browser behaviour. Updated details appear in the consent manager interface.

How the consent manager works and how users can reject, change or withdraw choices

The cookie banner appears on first visit and offers granular options for each non-essential category. Selecting “Accept all” enables every listed cookie. Choosing “Reject non-essential” blocks functional, analytics, advertising and social cookies while still allowing necessary ones. A “Manage preferences” link remains visible in the footer so you can reopen the manager later, alter selections or withdraw consent. Changes take effect immediately and previously set cookies are deleted where technically feasible. No further action is required from the user after updating choices.

Browser-level controls and functional consequences of disabling cookies

Most browsers allow you to block or delete cookies through settings menus. Disabling strictly necessary cookies will prevent core functions such as course login and secure checkout. Blocking analytics cookies stops us from improving content on live-broadcasting techniques but does not affect basic site access. Persistent cookies can be cleared manually; however, this may reset preferences and require repeated consent decisions. We recommend reviewing your browser help pages for current instructions, as the exact steps differ between Chrome, Firefox, Safari and Edge.

International transfers and cross-reference to the Privacy Policy

Some third-party providers may process data outside the United Kingdom. In such cases appropriate safeguards such as UK-approved standard contractual clauses are used. A full explanation of data-handling practices, including transfers, appears in our separate Privacy Policy. That document also covers how personal information collected through the contact form on the Contacts page is managed.

Policy changes, contact route and last-updated date

We review this Cookies Policy regularly and update it when cookie usage or legal requirements change. The current version is dated 19 September 2026. If you have questions about cookies or wish to exercise data-protection rights, please use the contact form on our Contacts page or email [email protected]. Postal enquiries may be sent to Beaconsfield Studios, Station Road, Beaconsfield, Buckinghamshire, HP9 1LG and telephone contact is available on 01494 671234. Company Registration Number: 07493058 • Registered in England and Wales • Registered Office: Stable Lodge (12) Burleighfield Estate, London Road, Loudwater, High Wycombe, England, HP10 9RF