Cookies Policy
Last updated: 12 October 2026
What cookies and similar technologies are
Cookies are small text files stored on your device when you visit a website. They allow the site to remember actions and preferences over time. Similar technologies include web beacons, pixels and local storage that can track usage or store information in the same way. These files can contain data such as a unique identifier, your preferences or details about your visit to our site focused on studio production in motion, including equipment setup and live broadcast workflows.
Why spotlumenfy uses cookies and similar technologies
We use these technologies to ensure the site operates correctly, to improve performance, to understand how visitors interact with our professional resource on dynamic camera operation and lighting, and to deliver relevant content. Without them many core functions would fail and we would be unable to provide a reliable service for television news and live shows professionals.
Strictly necessary cookies
These cookies are essential for basic site functions such as navigation, security and access to members-only areas. They do not require consent under PECR because they are strictly necessary. We retain them only for the duration of your session or until the required security check completes.
Functional cookies
Functional cookies remember choices you make such as language settings or display preferences for workflow diagrams. They improve usability but are not essential. Consent is obtained before they are placed. Retention periods are typically 30 days unless you clear them earlier through browser settings.
Analytics and performance cookies
These cookies collect information about how visitors use the site, including which pages about sound waves and high-quality production are most viewed. Data helps us identify technical issues and improve content. Under UK GDPR and PECR they require consent because they are not strictly necessary. Information is aggregated and retained for up to 26 months.
Advertising and targeting cookies
Advertising cookies track browsing habits to deliver personalised promotions related to studio equipment. They are placed only after explicit consent. Third parties may use them to build profiles. Retention is usually 90 days to two years depending on the provider.
Social-media cookies
If you interact with embedded social features these cookies may be set by third-party platforms. They enable sharing of articles on lighting techniques but require consent. Data is processed according to the social platform's own policy and retained according to their rules, often up to two years.
First-party versus third-party cookies
First-party cookies are set directly by spotlumenfy and relate only to our domain. Third-party cookies come from external providers such as analytics services or content delivery networks. We list both types in the table below so you can understand who receives your information.
Session versus persistent cookies and retention
Session cookies expire when you close the browser. Persistent cookies remain until a set expiry date or until manually deleted. We use session cookies for login security and persistent cookies for preference storage with maximum durations stated in the table.
Data handled and purpose of each category
Necessary cookies handle authentication tokens and session identifiers. Functional cookies store layout choices. Analytics cookies record page views and click paths. Advertising cookies capture interest signals for studio production topics. No category collects special category data under UK GDPR.
Consent or exemption basis under UK law
Strictly necessary cookies rely on the PECR exemption. All other categories obtain consent via our site-wide banner in line with UK GDPR transparency rules. Consent is freely given, specific and can be withdrawn at any time without affecting prior lawful processing.
Cookie provider table
- Name: _ga; Provider: Google Analytics; Category: Analytics; Duration: 26 months
- Name: _gid; Provider: Google Analytics; Category: Analytics; Duration: 24 hours
- Name: cookie_consent; Provider: spotlumenfy; Category: Necessary; Duration: 12 months
- Name: pref_lang; Provider: spotlumenfy; Category: Functional; Duration: 30 days
- Name: ad_tracker; Provider: Third-party ad network; Category: Advertising; Duration: 90 days
How the consent manager works
Our banner appears on first visit and allows granular choices for each category. You can accept all, reject non-essential or customise selections. Changes take effect immediately and are stored for 12 months. To alter choices later return to the banner via the footer link or clear site data.
Browser-level controls and consequences of disabling cookies
Most browsers allow you to block or delete cookies through settings. Disabling necessary cookies will prevent login and core navigation. Blocking analytics will stop us improving the resource on live show workflows but the site will remain usable. Full details appear in your browser help section.
International transfers
Some third-party providers may transfer data outside the UK. We rely on UK adequacy decisions or standard contractual clauses. Full safeguards are described in our Privacy Policy which you can access from the Contacts page.
Policy changes and contact route
We review this policy regularly. Material changes will be announced on the site. For questions about cookies contact us using the form on the Contacts page or email [email protected]. Telephone enquiries can be made on 023 8201 5066. Our address is East Park Terrace, Southampton, SO14 0YN, United Kingdom.