Cookies Policy

Last updated: 23 September 2026

This Cookies Policy explains how showspinely uses cookies and similar technologies on our website. As a professional resource based in the United Kingdom dedicated to studio production in motion, we provide information on studio equipment setup, dynamic camera operation, lighting and sound waves, and workflows for television news and live shows. We are committed to complying with the UK GDPR, the Data Protection Act 2018, and the Privacy and Electronic Communications Regulations (PECR).

What Cookies and Similar Technologies Are

Cookies are small text files placed on your device when you visit a website. They can store or access information such as your preferences, browsing history, or device details. Similar technologies include web beacons, pixels, and local storage. These tools help websites remember users and improve functionality without storing personal data directly in most cases.

Why the Site Uses Cookies

We use cookies to ensure the website operates correctly, remember your settings, analyse how visitors interact with our content on studio production topics, and deliver relevant experiences. This supports our commercial activities by maintaining smooth access to resources on camera operation and lighting techniques.

Categories of Cookies We Use

Strictly Necessary Cookies

These are essential for the site to function, such as enabling navigation and access to secure areas. They do not require consent under PECR.

Functional Cookies

These remember choices like language or display preferences to enhance your experience with our production workflow materials.

Analytics or Performance Cookies

These collect anonymous data on site usage to help us improve content about sound waves and live show production.

Advertising or Targeting Cookies

These track browsing to show relevant promotions, though we limit their use on this educational resource site.

Social-Media Cookies

These may be present if sharing features are integrated, but they are managed through third-party controls.

First-Party Versus Third-Party Cookies

First-party cookies are set by showspinely directly. Third-party cookies come from external providers like analytics services and are used only where necessary for performance monitoring.

Session Versus Persistent Cookies

Session cookies expire when you close your browser. Persistent cookies remain for a set period, typically up to 24 months for analytics, to retain preferences across visits.

Data Handled and Purpose of Each Category

Necessary cookies handle login status and security tokens. Functional ones store layout choices. Analytics process aggregated usage statistics. All data is used solely to support access to our studio production resources.

Consent or Exemption Basis Under UK Law

Strictly necessary cookies rely on the PECR exemption. Others require your consent via our banner, which you can manage at any time in line with UK GDPR transparency rules.

Cookie Provider Table

Name: _ga; Purpose: Analytics tracking; Provider: Google; Category: Performance; Duration: 24 months
Name: session_id; Purpose: Site functionality; Provider: showspinely; Category: Necessary; Duration: Session
Name: pref_lang; Purpose: Preference storage; Provider: showspinely; Category: Functional; Duration: 12 months

How the Consent Manager Works

Our site-wide cookie banner allows you to accept, reject, or customise categories. You can revisit choices via the footer link to withdraw consent without affecting necessary functions.

Browser-Level Controls

You can disable cookies in your browser settings, but this may prevent access to certain features like saved workflows or personalised content on camera setups. Consequences include reduced site usability.

International Transfers

Some third-party cookies may transfer data outside the UK. We ensure safeguards apply and refer to our Privacy Policy for full details on protections.

Policy Changes and Contact

We may update this policy periodically. Contact us using the form on our Contacts page or reach [email protected], 01494 671234, or Beaconsfield Studios, Station Road, Beaconsfield, Buckinghamshire, HP9 1LG for questions. This policy is effective from the date above.