Cookies Policy

Last updated: 27 September 2026

What cookies and similar technologies are

Cookies are small text files placed on your device when you visit a 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 hold details such as your preferences, session identifiers and technical data about how you interact with pages. On a commercial site providing guidance on media production techniques they help maintain consistent presentation of instructional content across visits.

Why the site uses them

infoglowki operates a commercial website that delivers educational material on clear presentation, studio lighting, camera framing and smooth workflows. Cookies support reliable delivery of this content, remember user choices about how material is displayed and gather limited data to improve service performance. Without these technologies some features would not function correctly and the overall user experience would suffer.

Strictly necessary cookies

These cookies are required for the site to operate and cannot be switched off in our systems. They enable core functions such as page navigation, access to secure areas and the operation of the site-wide cookie banner itself. Under PECR these cookies are exempt from consent requirements because they are essential for the service the user has requested. No personal data beyond what is strictly needed for functionality is processed.

Functional cookies

Functional cookies remember choices you make such as language settings or display preferences for course modules. They improve usability by allowing the site to recall previous selections when you return. Consent is obtained through the cookie banner before these are set. They are first-party cookies and typically expire after a short period once the session ends or within a few months.

Analytics or performance cookies

These cookies collect information about how visitors use the site, such as which pages are viewed most often or how long users spend on workflow guides. The data helps infoglowki understand engagement with educational and news content topics. They are set only after consent is given. Both first-party and third-party providers may be involved. Retention periods vary but are usually limited to thirteen months in line with common industry practice under UK GDPR accountability rules.

Advertising or targeting cookies

Although the site focuses on educational media production guidance, limited advertising cookies may be used to measure the effectiveness of promotional messages about courses. These cookies track interactions across sites to deliver relevant offers. Consent is always required before they activate. Third-party providers handle most of this activity and data is retained according to each provider's policy, often up to two years unless withdrawn earlier.

Social-media cookies

If embedded social features are present they may set cookies to enable sharing of content about camera framing techniques or lighting setups. These are third-party cookies controlled by the social platform. Consent is obtained via the banner and users can refuse them without losing access to core course material. Expiry dates depend on the platform but commonly range from a few days to several months.

First-party versus third-party cookies

First-party cookies are set directly by infoglowki and relate only to activity on this domain. Third-party cookies come from external providers such as analytics services or content delivery networks. The site uses both types but clearly labels each category in the consent manager so visitors understand who is placing the cookie and for what purpose.

Session versus persistent cookies

Session cookies exist only while the browser is open and are deleted when the session ends. Persistent cookies remain on the device for a defined period, allowing the site to remember preferences across multiple visits. Retention information for each category is shown in the consent interface and ranges from the duration of a single visit up to twenty-four months for certain performance metrics.

Data handled and purpose of each category

Necessary cookies process minimal technical identifiers to keep the site stable. Functional cookies store preference flags such as video player settings. Analytics cookies capture aggregated usage statistics including page views and navigation paths. Advertising cookies record interaction events for campaign measurement. All processing is documented and limited to what is needed for the stated purpose under UK GDPR data minimisation principles.

Consent or exemption basis for each category

Strictly necessary cookies rely on the PECR exemption for essential service provision. All other categories require prior consent under PECR and UK GDPR. Consent is collected through a clear banner that offers granular choices. Records of consent are maintained to demonstrate compliance. Users may withdraw consent at any time without affecting the lawfulness of processing based on consent before withdrawal.

How the consent manager works

The site-wide cookie banner appears on first visit and allows selection of categories. Choices are stored and respected on subsequent visits. Users can reopen the manager through a link in the footer to review or alter selections. Withdrawal of consent immediately stops the relevant cookies from being set on future page loads.

Browser-level controls

Most browsers allow users to block or delete cookies through settings menus. Disabling necessary cookies may prevent core functions such as form submission or content loading. Analytics and advertising cookies can usually be blocked without breaking essential features, though some personalisation will be lost. Instructions for popular browsers are available from their official support resources.

International transfers

Some third-party providers may transfer data outside the United Kingdom. Appropriate safeguards such as standard contractual clauses approved by the Information Commissioner's Office are in place. Details appear in the separate Privacy Policy which users should consult for full information on transfer mechanisms.

Policy changes

infoglowki may update this Cookies Policy to reflect changes in technology, law or business practices. The date at the top of the page indicates the latest revision. Continued use of the site after an update constitutes acceptance of the revised terms.

Contact route

Questions about this policy or requests relating to cookie choices can be sent to [email protected] or by post to Unit G05, Screenworks, 22 Highbury Grove, London N5 2EF, United Kingdom. Responses will be provided in accordance with applicable data protection timescales.