Cookies Policy
Introduction and Last Updated
Last updated on 15 October 2026. This Cookies Policy explains how glamstarly uses cookies and similar technologies on our website. As a professional resource dedicated to studio production in motion for television news and live shows, we operate a commercial website based in the United Kingdom. We comply with the UK General Data Protection Regulation (UK GDPR), the Data Protection Act 2018, and the Privacy and Electronic Communications Regulations (PECR). This policy provides detailed information on our practices so you can make informed decisions about your data.
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, and device details. Similar technologies include web beacons, pixels, and local storage that perform comparable functions. These tools allow websites to remember user actions across sessions. In practice this means a cookie might retain your selected language or remember items in a form you started filling. They do not contain personal data by themselves but can be linked to other information we hold.
Why the Site Uses Cookies
We use cookies to ensure the website functions correctly, improve performance, and deliver relevant content. Without them many features would not work as intended. For example cookies help maintain secure sessions during form submissions on our Contacts page. They also support analytics that show which pages about studio equipment setup or lighting techniques receive the most visits. This information helps us maintain high-quality workflows for our users in the television and live production sector.
Categories of Cookies We Use
Strictly Necessary Cookies
These cookies are essential for basic site operation. They enable navigation, security features, and access to protected areas. Without them the site cannot function properly. We rely on the PECR exemption for strictly necessary cookies so no consent is required.
Functional Cookies
Functional cookies remember your choices such as display preferences or region settings. They enhance usability but are not essential. Consent is obtained via our site-wide cookie banner before these are activated.
Analytics or Performance Cookies
These cookies collect aggregated data on how visitors interact with pages covering dynamic camera operation or sound waves. They help us identify popular sections and fix issues. Under UK rules we seek consent for analytics cookies unless they are strictly necessary.
Advertising or Targeting Cookies
Advertising cookies track browsing to deliver personalised content. Although our site focuses on professional resources we may use limited targeting to promote courses. Consent is always required for these under PECR.
Social-Media Cookies
Social-media cookies may be placed by third parties when you interact with sharing features. They allow integration with external platforms but are not essential. We obtain consent before enabling them.
First-Party Versus Third-Party Cookies
First-party cookies are set directly by glamstarly and relate only to our domain. They typically handle session management and basic preferences. Third-party cookies come from external providers such as analytics services. These may track activity across multiple sites. We carefully vet all third parties to ensure compliance with UK data protection standards.
Session Versus Persistent Cookies and Retention
Session cookies exist only while your browser is open and are deleted when you close it. Persistent cookies remain on your device for a set period or until manually removed. Retention periods vary by category. Strictly necessary session cookies last only for the visit duration. Analytics persistent cookies may remain for up to twenty-four months. We review all retention periods regularly to ensure they remain proportionate.
Data Handled and Purpose of Each Category
Strictly necessary cookies process device identifiers and session tokens to maintain security and functionality. Functional cookies store preference data such as preferred content filters for studio workflows. Analytics cookies handle IP addresses in anonymised form and page view counts to measure performance. Advertising cookies record interaction data for targeted messaging. Social-media cookies capture limited profile information when sharing occurs. Each category serves a distinct purpose aligned with our commitment to high-quality professional resources.
Consent or Exemption Basis for Each Category
Under PECR and UK GDPR strictly necessary cookies operate under the strict necessity exemption. All other categories require prior consent. Consent must be freely given, specific, informed, and unambiguous. We record consent choices through our banner and allow withdrawal at any time without detriment. Where legitimate interests apply we conduct balancing tests and provide clear opt-out routes.
Cookie Providers and Details
Our providers include a core analytics service that supplies performance metrics under the analytics category with a typical duration of twelve months. A functional preference tool stores user settings for up to six months. A limited advertising partner may set targeting identifiers for up to eighteen months. All providers are listed in our consent manager interface with exact names, purposes, and expiry information available for review.
How the Consent Manager Works
Our site-wide cookie banner appears on first visit and offers granular choices for each non-essential category. You can accept all, reject all, or customise selections. Changes can be made at any time via a link in the footer. Withdrawing consent immediately stops further processing by the affected cookies. Your choices are stored for twelve months before the banner reappears.
Browser-Level Controls and Consequences
Most browsers allow you to block or delete cookies through settings menus. Disabling strictly necessary cookies will prevent core functions such as form submission on the Contacts page from working. Blocking analytics cookies reduces our ability to improve content about lighting and sound waves. Persistent disabling may lead to repeated consent prompts and degraded user experience. We recommend reviewing your browser documentation for specific steps.
International Transfers
Some third-party providers may transfer data outside the United Kingdom. Where this occurs we rely on appropriate safeguards such as standard contractual clauses approved by the Information Commissioner’s Office. Further details appear in our Privacy Policy which you can access through the site navigation.
Policy Changes, Contact Route, and Last Updated
We may update this policy to reflect legal or operational changes. The current version date is 15 October 2026. For questions about cookies please use the contact form on our Contacts page or reach [email protected], 01494 671234, or Beaconsfield Studios, Station Road, Beaconsfield, Buckinghamshire, HP9 1LG, United Kingdom. We aim to respond within thirty days. Continued use of the site after updates constitutes acceptance of the revised policy.