Cookies Policy

Last updated: 30 October 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 remember actions and preferences over time. Similar technologies include web beacons, pixels and local storage. These files can store information such as your IP address, browser type, pages visited and interactions with forms or video players. On a professional hub for live television production, cookies may record details about equipment demonstrations or technique simulations to improve future visits.

Why this site uses cookies

storykix uses cookies to deliver core functions, remember user choices and measure how visitors explore content on studio equipment integration, camera techniques, acoustic optimisation, lighting setups and production processes. Without these technologies some pages would not work correctly and we could not provide the reliable experience expected by professionals working on news programmes, interviews and live shows.

Strictly necessary cookies

These cookies are essential for the site to function. They enable secure log-ins, form submissions on the contact page and basic navigation. They do not require consent under PECR because they are strictly necessary. Examples include session identifiers that keep the cookie banner visible until a choice is made and security tokens that protect against cross-site requests.

Functional cookies

Functional cookies remember preferences such as language settings or video player volume. They improve usability when exploring dynamic camera techniques or lighting setups. These cookies are placed only after consent is given through the site-wide cookie banner. They expire after twelve months unless you clear them earlier.

Analytics and performance cookies

Analytics cookies collect anonymous information about how visitors move through the site. They help us understand which sections on acoustic optimisation or reliable production processes receive the most attention. We use first-party analytics where possible. Consent is required under PECR and UK GDPR transparency rules. Data is retained for twenty-six months before automatic deletion.

Advertising and targeting cookies

Advertising cookies may be used by trusted partners to show relevant professional training offers. They track browsing patterns across sessions but never collect names or contact details. These cookies are third-party and persistent. Consent is mandatory. Typical duration ranges from thirty days to two years depending on the provider.

Social-media cookies

Social-media cookies are placed by platforms when you interact with sharing buttons. They allow you to share articles about live television production on external networks. These are third-party cookies and require explicit consent. They remain active for the period set by each platform, often up to two years.

First-party versus third-party cookies

First-party cookies are set by storykix itself and stay within our domain. Third-party cookies come from external providers such as analytics or video hosting services. Both types appear in the tables below. First-party cookies generally offer stronger privacy control because we directly manage their purpose and duration.

Session versus persistent cookies

Session cookies are deleted when you close the browser. Persistent cookies remain on the device until their expiry date or manual removal. Our necessary cookies are mostly session-based. Functional, analytics and advertising cookies are persistent with defined lifespans listed in the provider table.

Data handled and purpose of each category

Necessary cookies handle authentication tokens and consent records. Functional cookies store display preferences. Analytics cookies process aggregated page views and event counts. Advertising cookies record click-through data for interest-based offers. No category stores sensitive personal data such as health or financial information.

Consent or exemption basis under UK law

Strictly necessary cookies rely on the PECR exemption. All other categories require consent obtained through the cookie banner. Consent is recorded and can be withdrawn at any time. Withdrawal does not affect processing carried out before the change. UK GDPR requires us to keep records of consent for accountability.

Cookie provider table

Name: _necessary_session; Purpose: Maintain site security and consent state; Provider: storykix; Category: Strictly necessary; Duration: Session
Name: _functional_pref; Purpose: Remember video and layout choices; Provider: storykix; Category: Functional; Duration: 12 months
Name: _analytics_visit; Purpose: Measure page performance; Provider: First-party analytics; Category: Analytics; Duration: 26 months
Name: _ad_target; Purpose: Deliver relevant professional offers; Provider: Third-party advertising partner; Category: Advertising; Duration: 2 years
Name: _social_share; Purpose: Enable content sharing; Provider: Social platform; Category: Social media; Duration: 2 years

How the consent manager works

The site-wide cookie banner appears on first visit. You can accept all, reject non-essential cookies or open detailed settings. Choices are stored for twelve months. To change preferences later, revisit the banner link in the footer. Withdrawing consent immediately stops further placement of those cookies, although previously stored cookies may remain until expiry or manual deletion.

Browser-level controls

Most browsers allow you to block or delete cookies through settings. Disabling necessary cookies will prevent core functions such as contact-form submission. Blocking analytics cookies reduces our ability to improve content on studio equipment integration. Complete cookie blocking may cause some video demonstrations of camera techniques to fail.

International transfers

Some third-party providers transfer data outside the United Kingdom. Appropriate safeguards such as standard contractual clauses are in place. Details appear in our separate Privacy Policy, which you can access via the footer.

Policy changes and contact

We review this policy regularly. Material changes will be announced on the cookie banner and this page. For questions about cookies please use the contact form on our Contacts page or email hello@mediacityuk.co.uk. You may also write to The Greenhouse, MediaCityUK, Salford, Greater Manchester M50 2EQ or call 0161 886 5300.