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 can store or access information such as your preferences, browsing behaviour and device details. Similar technologies include web beacons, pixels and local storage. On a media production resource site focused on studio setup, camera operation, lighting balance, audio checks and smooth workflows for news and video content these technologies help maintain essential functions while respecting United Kingdom data protection rules.
Why the site uses them
mediarixki uses cookies to operate the website securely, remember user choices, measure performance and deliver relevant content about media production. Under the Privacy and Electronic Communications Regulations and the UK GDPR we only process data when there is a lawful basis such as consent or legitimate interests for strictly necessary operations.
Strictly necessary cookies
These cookies enable core website functions including security, session management and accessibility features. They do not require consent because the service cannot be provided without them. Data handled includes session identifiers and security tokens retained for the duration of the visit or up to 30 days for persistent security logs.
Functional cookies
Functional cookies remember your preferences such as language or display settings for the media production resource. They improve usability without tracking across sites. First-party functional cookies expire after 12 months while third-party ones used for embedded video players last up to 24 months.
Analytics or performance cookies
These cookies collect aggregated information about how visitors use the site including pages viewed and time spent on content about camera operation and lighting balance. We rely on consent for these under PECR. Providers may include analytics services with session cookies lasting until browser closure and persistent cookies retained for up to 26 months.
Advertising or targeting cookies
Advertising cookies may be used to show relevant promotions about video production workflows. They require explicit consent and are typically third-party cookies from advertising networks. Retention periods range from 90 days to 13 months depending on the provider. You can reject these at any time through the consent manager.
Social-media cookies
If social sharing buttons are present they may set cookies from platforms to track interactions. These third-party cookies need consent and usually last between 6 and 24 months. No social login is offered on this commercial site.
First-party versus third-party cookies
First-party cookies are set directly by mediarixki and relate to our own media production resource. Third-party cookies come from external providers such as content delivery networks or analytics tools. Both types are listed in the table below with their specific purposes and durations.
Session versus persistent cookies
Session cookies are deleted when you close the browser and are used for temporary functions like login status. Persistent cookies remain on your device for a set period to remember preferences over multiple visits. Typical expiry ranges from one day for some security tokens to two years for certain performance cookies.
Data handled and purpose of each category
Strictly necessary cookies handle device identifiers and session data to prevent fraud. Functional cookies store preference settings to enhance navigation of workflow guides. Analytics cookies process usage statistics to improve content on studio setup and audio checks. Advertising cookies may record interest signals to personalise offers. All processing complies with data minimisation principles under the Data Protection Act 2018.
Consent or exemption basis for each category
Strictly necessary cookies rely on the strict necessity exemption and do not require consent. All other categories obtain consent via the site-wide cookie banner before activation. You may withdraw consent at any time without affecting the lawfulness of prior processing. Withdrawal is recorded and honoured immediately.
Cookie or provider table
- Name: _session – Purpose: Maintain user session – Provider: mediarixki – Category: Strictly necessary – Duration: Session
- Name: pref_lang – Purpose: Store language choice – Provider: mediarixki – Category: Functional – Duration: 12 months
- Name: _ga – Purpose: Distinguish unique users – Provider: Google Analytics – Category: Analytics – Duration: 26 months
- Name: _fbp – Purpose: Advertising delivery – Provider: Meta – Category: Advertising – Duration: 90 days
How the consent manager works
The site-wide cookie banner allows you to accept all, reject non-essential or customise choices by category. Changes are saved immediately and can be updated via a link in the footer. Withdrawing consent stops further collection by those cookies while previously stored data is handled according to our retention schedule.
Browser-level controls
Most browsers allow you to block or delete cookies through settings. Disabling strictly necessary cookies may prevent access to parts of the site such as the contact form. Disabling analytics or advertising cookies reduces personalisation but does not stop core functionality. Instructions for common browsers are available on their support pages.
International transfers
Some third-party providers may transfer data outside the United Kingdom. Appropriate safeguards such as standard contractual clauses are in place. Further details appear in the Privacy Policy which can be accessed from the footer.
Policy changes and contact route
We review this policy regularly and update it when practices or regulations change. The current version is dated 27 September 2026. For questions about cookies please use the contact form on the Contacts page or email [email protected]. Our address is Screenworks, 22 Highbury Grove, London N5 2EF, United Kingdom.