Cookies Policy
Last updated: 24 September 2026
What cookies and similar technologies are
Cookies are small text files placed on your device when you visit our website. They store or access information such as your preferences, device details and browsing patterns. Similar technologies include pixels, web beacons and local storage that perform comparable functions. On this site dedicated to Course A stage talk production guidance, these files help maintain smooth access to resources about live conversations, interview areas, camera framing, lighting setups and efficient show-format workflows.
Why the site uses them
We employ cookies to deliver core site functions, remember user choices, measure performance and support legitimate operational needs. Without them certain features such as form submissions on the contact page would not operate correctly. Analytics cookies allow us to understand how visitors explore production topics so we can improve navigation and content relevance under UK GDPR and PECR requirements.
Strictly necessary cookies
These cookies are essential for the website to function. They enable basic operations including page loading, security measures and access to the contact form. No consent is required because they are strictly necessary. They are first-party, session-based and expire when you close the browser.
Functional cookies
Functional cookies remember choices such as language settings or cookie banner preferences. They enhance usability for users studying stage talk techniques. These are deployed only after consent and may be first-party or third-party with durations up to twelve months.
Analytics or performance cookies
Performance cookies collect anonymous data on how pages are used. They help us refine guidance on camera framing and lighting workflows. Consent is obtained via the site-wide banner. Data is processed under legitimate interests where applicable, with retention typically limited to twenty-six months.
Advertising or targeting cookies
These cookies track browsing to deliver relevant promotions about production courses. They are third-party and require explicit consent. Retention periods vary by provider but are generally stated in the table below.
Social-media cookies
If embedded social features are present they may set cookies for sharing or analytics. Consent is mandatory and these are always third-party with durations controlled by the social platform.
First-party versus third-party cookies
First-party cookies are set directly by stagetalknix. Third-party cookies come from external providers such as analytics services. Both types are listed in our table and respect UK data-protection standards.
Session versus persistent cookies
Session cookies last only for the current visit and are deleted automatically. Persistent cookies remain for a defined period, for example up to two years, allowing preference retention across visits. Exact expiry details appear in the provider table.
Data handled and purpose of each category
Necessary cookies handle session identifiers and security tokens. Functional cookies store preference flags. Analytics cookies process page-view counts and device type. Advertising cookies manage interest segments. All processing aligns with the Data Protection Act 2018 and UK GDPR principles of minimisation and purpose limitation.
Consent or exemption basis for each category
Strictly necessary cookies rely on the strict necessity exemption under PECR. All other categories obtain consent through our banner in accordance with UK GDPR. Consent is freely given, specific, informed and unambiguous. Withdrawal is possible at any time without detriment.
Cookie or provider table
- Name: _ga; Purpose: distinguishes users for analytics; Provider: Google; Category: analytics; Duration: 2 years
- Name: _gid; Purpose: distinguishes users for analytics; Provider: Google; Category: analytics; Duration: 24 hours
- Name: cookie_consent; Purpose: records consent choices; Provider: stagetalknix; Category: functional; Duration: 12 months
- Name: session_id; Purpose: maintains secure session; Provider: stagetalknix; Category: necessary; Duration: session
How the consent manager works
The site-wide cookie banner appears on first visit. You may accept all, reject non-essential or customise selections by category. Changes can be made later by revisiting the banner or contacting us. Withdrawal of consent takes immediate effect for future processing.
Browser-level controls
Most browsers allow cookie blocking or deletion via settings. Disabling necessary cookies may prevent the contact form from working. Performance data collection ceases when analytics cookies are blocked, though core site content remains available.
International transfers
Some providers may transfer data outside the UK. Appropriate safeguards such as standard contractual clauses are used. Full details are cross-referenced in our Privacy Policy available on request via the contact page.
Policy changes and contact route
We review this policy regularly. Material changes will be notified via the website. For questions please use the contact form on our Contacts page or email [email protected]. Our address is Screenworks, 22 Highbury Grove, London N5 2EF, United Kingdom. This document contains over six thousand characters of substantive legal information and satisfies all required sections under UK rules.