Cookies Policy

Last updated: 15 October 2026

What cookies and similar technologies are and what information they can store or access

Cookies are small text files placed 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 settings without a traditional file. These tools can record details such as your IP address, browser type, device identifiers, pages visited, time spent on pages, referring URLs and any interactions with forms or media players. On this professional resource for studio production in motion, such technologies help maintain consistent access to guides on equipment setup, camera operation, lighting design and sound engineering for television and live broadcasts.

Why the site uses them

spotzenivo uses these technologies to deliver core site functions, remember user preferences for workflow resources, measure how visitors engage with content about dynamic studio production, and support secure sessions for commercial users. Without them, essential features such as saving progress through equipment tutorials or maintaining login states for live-show workflow materials would not operate reliably. The commercial nature of the site means these tools also assist in understanding aggregate demand for resources covering camera operation and sound waves.

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

Strictly necessary cookies enable basic navigation and security features required for the site to function. Functional cookies remember choices such as language or display preferences for studio equipment diagrams. Analytics cookies collect usage statistics to improve content on lighting techniques and television workflows. Advertising cookies may track interests to present relevant professional resources. Social-media technologies allow sharing of production guides, though their use remains limited on this site.

First-party versus third-party cookies

First-party cookies are set directly by spotzenivo and relate only to this domain, storing session data for workflow resources. Third-party cookies originate from external providers such as analytics services or content delivery networks that support media playback for live-show demonstrations. These third-party items operate under their own policies but are disclosed in the table below.

Session versus persistent cookies and meaningful retention or expiry information

Session cookies exist only while the browser remains open and are deleted when you close it, typically used for temporary security tokens during access to production guides. Persistent cookies remain on the device for a defined period, ranging from a few days to two years, to retain preferences for camera operation settings or analytics history. Retention periods are chosen to balance functionality with data minimisation under UK rules.

The data handled and purpose of each used category

Strictly necessary items handle authentication tokens and load-balancing data to ensure uninterrupted access to studio setup instructions. Functional cookies store layout preferences and search filters for lighting and sound content. Analytics items process page-view counts, scroll depth and device information to refine resources on television news workflows. Advertising categories may capture interest signals for targeted professional materials. Each category processes only the minimum data required for its stated purpose.

The consent or exemption basis for each category under the target jurisdiction

Under the Privacy and Electronic Communications Regulations (PECR) and UK GDPR, strictly necessary cookies operate without consent because they are essential for service delivery. Functional, analytics and advertising cookies require prior consent, which is obtained through the site-wide cookie banner. Consent is recorded and can be withdrawn at any time. The Data Protection Act 2018 supplements these rules by ensuring lawful, fair and transparent processing of any personal data collected.

Cookie or provider table with names, purposes, providers, categories and durations

session_id – Maintains secure browsing – spotzenivo – Strictly necessary – Session only
pref_lang – Stores language choice – spotzenivo – Functional – 12 months
_ga – Measures visit statistics – Google Analytics – Analytics – 2 years
_gid – Distinguishes users – Google Analytics – Analytics – 24 hours
ads_pref – Supports relevant resource suggestions – Third-party ad network – Advertising – 90 days

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

The cookie banner appears on first visit and allows selection of categories before any non-essential cookies activate. Users may reopen the banner via a persistent link in the footer to adjust or withdraw consent instantly. Changes take effect immediately and previous choices are stored for future visits within the retention limits above.

Browser-level controls and the functional consequences of disabling cookies

Most browsers permit blocking or deleting cookies through settings menus. Disabling strictly necessary cookies will prevent core site functions such as accessing saved workflow materials. Blocking analytics or advertising cookies reduces personalisation but does not affect basic access to studio production content.

International transfers and a plain-text cross-reference to the Privacy Policy

Some third-party providers may transfer data outside the United Kingdom. Appropriate safeguards such as standard contractual clauses are used where required. Full details appear in the separate Privacy Policy accessible via the Contacts page.

Policy changes, contact route and last-updated date

spotzenivo may update this policy to reflect legal or operational changes. The current version always displays the date 15 October 2026. For questions, please use the contact form on the Contacts page or email [email protected]. Postal enquiries can be sent to Fawley House, 2 Regatta Place, Marlow Road, Bourne End, Buckinghamshire SL8 5TD and telephone contact is available on 0300 111 4123.