Cookies Policy

This Cookies Policy was last updated on 26 October 2026.

What Are Cookies and Similar Technologies?

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 perform comparable functions by storing or accessing information on your device. Under United Kingdom rules these tools fall within the scope of the Privacy and Electronic Communications Regulations together with the UK GDPR and the Data Protection Act 2018. Information stored may include unique identifiers, browser type, device details, IP addresses, pages visited and timestamps. The data helps websites function correctly, measure performance and deliver relevant content without requiring repeated manual input from users.

Why Does newstrio Use Cookies?

newstrio operates a commercial website providing professional resources on studio production in motion. Cookies support essential navigation, maintain secure sessions during course access, record preferences for equipment setup guides and analyse how visitors interact with content about camera operation, lighting and sound workflows. Without these tools many interactive features would not work and usage statistics needed to improve service quality would be unavailable. The site also uses cookies to comply with legal obligations such as demonstrating consent records and preventing fraud on the contact form.

Categories of Cookies and Similar Technologies

Strictly necessary cookies enable core functions such as page loading, form submission and session security. Functional cookies remember choices like language or display settings to enhance usability. Analytics or performance cookies collect aggregated data on visitor numbers, bounce rates and popular sections covering television news production. Advertising or targeting cookies may be used by third parties to measure campaign effectiveness although newstrio does not run personalised advertising. Social media cookies allow sharing buttons but are only activated if you interact with those features.

First-Party Versus Third-Party Cookies

First-party cookies are set directly by newstrio and can only be read by our domain. They handle login status, cart contents if applicable and basic analytics. Third-party cookies originate from external providers such as content delivery networks or analytics platforms. These may be placed when embedded resources load and can track activity across different sites. Both types are listed in later sections with their specific retention periods.

Session Versus Persistent Cookies

Session cookies exist only while your browser is open and are deleted automatically when you close it. They support temporary functions such as keeping you logged in during a single visit to the studio equipment resources. Persistent cookies remain on your device for a defined period ranging from a few days to two years depending on purpose. Examples include remembering consent choices for twelve months or storing analytics identifiers for up to twenty-four months to allow year-on-year comparison of workflow guide popularity.

Data Handled and Purpose of Each Category

Strictly necessary cookies process minimal identifiers required for security and functionality. Functional cookies store preference strings such as video player settings. Analytics cookies record page views, referral sources and device characteristics in aggregated form. No category collects names, email addresses or payment details directly. All processing aligns with the stated purposes of delivering reliable access to motion production courses and improving site performance under UK GDPR principles of data minimisation and purpose limitation.

Consent or Exemption Basis for Each Category

Strictly necessary cookies rely on the strict necessity exemption under PECR and do not require prior consent. Functional, analytics and any advertising cookies are placed only after you provide consent through the site-wide cookie banner. Consent is recorded and can be withdrawn at any time. The legal basis for processing any resulting personal data is either consent or legitimate interests balanced against your rights. Withdrawal of consent does not affect prior lawful processing.

Cookie Providers and Retention Details

The following providers operate cookies on this site. Strictly necessary: session identifier lasting until browser close supplied by newstrio. Functional: preference storage for twenty-four hours supplied by newstrio. Analytics: performance measurement cookie lasting thirteen months supplied by a measurement service. No social or advertising providers are active without explicit consent. Full lists of current providers and exact durations appear in the consent manager interface accessible via the cookie banner.

How the Consent Manager Works

The site-wide cookie banner appears on first visit and offers granular choices for each non-essential category. Selecting accept all, reject all or manage preferences stores your decision for twelve months. You may reopen the manager at any time through a link in the footer to review or alter selections. Changes take effect immediately and previously set cookies are removed where technically feasible when consent is withdrawn.

Browser-Level Controls and Consequences of Disabling Cookies

Most browsers allow you to block or delete cookies through settings menus. Disabling strictly necessary cookies will prevent core features such as form submission on the Contacts page from functioning. Blocking analytics cookies reduces our ability to understand usage patterns and may slow improvements to studio production resources. Persistent cookies deleted manually will require fresh consent on next visit. Instructions for common browsers are available from their official support pages.

International Transfers

Some analytics providers may transfer data outside the United Kingdom. Appropriate safeguards such as standard contractual clauses approved by the Information Commissioner are in place. Further information appears in the Privacy Policy which is referenced here for completeness.

Policy Changes and Contact Route

newstrio may update this Cookies Policy to reflect legal or operational changes. Material revisions will be highlighted on the banner for thirty days. The last updated date always appears at the top of the page. For questions about cookie practices please use the contact form on the Contacts page or write to [email protected], 6 Waterson Street, Hackney, London E2 8HL, United Kingdom or call 020 7267 2300. We aim to respond within one month in accordance with UK GDPR time limits.