Cookies Policy
Last updated: 21 September 2026.
What cookies and similar technologies are
Cookies are small text files placed on your device when you visit our website. They allow the site to recognise your browser and remember certain information about your visit. Similar technologies include web beacons, pixels and local storage that can store or access information on your device. These tools can record details such as your IP address, browser type, pages visited, time spent on pages and actions taken. The information helps us understand how visitors use the Course A spotlight production resource covering stage lighting, camera framing, interview areas, sound checks and polished workflows for media coverage.
Why the site uses them
We use cookies and similar technologies to make the site work reliably, to remember your preferences, to measure performance and to ensure the service runs smoothly for users interested in professional media production tools. Without them some features would not function and we would be unable to provide the level of service expected on a commercial website based in the United Kingdom.
Strictly necessary cookies
These cookies are essential for the site to operate. They enable core functions such as page navigation, form submission on the contact page and security measures. They do not require consent under PECR because they are strictly necessary. We retain these cookies only for the duration of your session or as required for security logs.
Functional cookies
Functional cookies remember choices you make such as language settings or form data. They improve your experience when returning to the site. These cookies are used on the basis of legitimate interest or consent depending on the specific purpose. Retention periods typically range from one session to twelve months.
Analytics or performance cookies
Analytics cookies collect information about how visitors use the site so we can improve content and navigation. They help us understand traffic sources and popular sections related to stage lighting and media workflows. These cookies are deployed only after consent. Typical retention is between six months and two years depending on the provider.
Advertising or targeting cookies
Targeting cookies may be used by third parties to deliver relevant information about our production resource services. They build profiles based on browsing behaviour. These cookies require explicit consent and are retained for periods set by the third-party providers, often up to two years.
Social-media cookies
If social-media sharing features are present they may set cookies to track sharing activity. These are third-party cookies and require consent. Retention depends on the social platform policies but commonly lasts up to one year.
First-party versus third-party cookies
First-party cookies are set directly by spotquelki. Third-party cookies are set by external providers such as analytics services or content delivery networks. Both types appear on our site and each category follows the rules described above.
Session versus persistent cookies
Session cookies are deleted when you close your browser. Persistent cookies remain on your device for a set period or until you delete them. We provide retention details for each category so you can understand how long information stays available.
Data handled and purpose of each category
Strictly necessary cookies handle session identifiers and security tokens. Functional cookies store preference selections. Analytics cookies record usage statistics. Advertising cookies capture interest signals. Social-media cookies track referral actions. All processing complies with UK GDPR and the Data Protection Act 2018.
Consent or exemption basis
Strictly necessary cookies rely on the PECR exemption. All other categories are activated only after you provide consent through the site-wide cookie banner. You may withdraw consent at any time without affecting the lawfulness of processing before withdrawal.
Cookie providers and durations
Our consent manager maintains an up-to-date list of active cookies. Providers include our own systems for necessary functions, analytics partners for performance measurement and advertising networks for targeting. Each entry shows the cookie name, provider, category and expiry period. The list is accessible via the cookie banner settings.
How the consent manager works
The cookie banner appears on first visit and allows you to accept all, reject non-essential or customise choices by category. You can reopen the banner from the footer to change or withdraw consent at any time. Changes take effect immediately.
Browser-level controls
Most browsers allow you to block or delete cookies through settings. Disabling necessary cookies may prevent the contact form or other core features from working. Disabling analytics cookies stops us collecting usage data but does not affect site functionality.
International transfers
Some third-party providers may transfer data outside the United Kingdom. Where this occurs appropriate safeguards such as standard contractual clauses are in place. Details appear in our separate Privacy Policy.
Policy changes and contact
We review this policy regularly and update it when practices change. The current version is dated 21 September 2026. For questions about cookies please use the contact form on our Contacts page or write to [email protected] or The Stables, Hylands Estate, London Road, Chelmsford, Essex CM2 8WQ. We aim to respond promptly to all enquiries.
Further information
This Cookies Policy works alongside our Privacy Policy which explains broader data processing practices. Both documents are written in plain language to help visitors understand their rights under UK data protection law. Continued use of the site after changes to this policy indicates acceptance of the updated terms.