Cookies Policy

Last updated: 26 October 2026

This Cookies Policy explains how showfran uses cookies and similar technologies on our website. We are based in the United Kingdom and operate a commercial resource dedicated to studio production in motion. Our practices comply with the UK General Data Protection Regulation (UK GDPR), the Data Protection Act 2018, and the Privacy and Electronic Communications Regulations (PECR). This policy provides transparent information about the data we collect through cookies and your choices regarding their use.

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 that can store or access information on your device. These tools can record details such as your browser type, device identifiers, IP address, pages visited, and interaction patterns. They do not contain personal data in isolation but can be linked to other information we hold about you.

Why the Site Uses Cookies

We use cookies to ensure the website functions correctly, improve your experience when exploring studio equipment setup and dynamic camera workflows, measure performance, and deliver relevant content. Without certain cookies, features like form submissions on our Contacts page may not operate. Analytics cookies help us understand how visitors navigate our resource on lighting, sound waves, and live show production, allowing refinements to content delivery.

Categories of Cookies We Use

Strictly necessary cookies enable core functions such as page navigation and access to secure areas. Functional cookies remember preferences like language or display settings. Analytics or performance cookies track usage statistics to optimise site speed and content relevance. Advertising or targeting cookies may personalise promotions related to television news production tools. Social-media cookies facilitate sharing features if integrated through third parties.

First-Party Versus Third-Party Cookies

First-party cookies are set directly by showfran and relate to our domain. They support essential operations and store session data for workflow-related pages. Third-party cookies originate from external providers such as analytics services or content delivery networks. These may track activity across sites and are used for aggregated insights into how professionals engage with topics like high-quality live production setups.

Session Versus Persistent Cookies and Retention

Session cookies exist only while your browser is open and are deleted when you close it. They support temporary functions such as maintaining form data during a single visit. Persistent cookies remain on your device for a defined period, ranging from a few days to two years depending on purpose. For example, analytics cookies may persist for 13 months to enable year-over-year comparison of visitor behaviour on our studio production content.

Data Handled and Purpose of Each Category

Strictly necessary cookies handle minimal data like session identifiers to authenticate users and prevent errors during navigation. Functional cookies store customisation choices to streamline access to equipment setup guides. Analytics cookies process anonymised metrics including page views and time spent on lighting tutorials. Advertising cookies may capture interest signals to show tailored information about sound wave management tools. Each category serves a distinct operational or improvement goal aligned with our focus on television and live show workflows.

Legal Basis for Each Category Under UK Law

Under PECR, strictly necessary cookies do not require consent as they are essential for service delivery. Functional and analytics cookies rely on legitimate interests or consent where they process personal data under UK GDPR. Advertising cookies always require explicit opt-in consent. We obtain consent through a site-wide banner that allows granular choices. You may withdraw consent at any time without affecting prior lawful processing.

Cookie Provider Table

The following table summarises key cookies in use. Strictly necessary: session identifier by showfran, purpose site functionality, duration session. Analytics: _ga by Google Analytics, purpose usage measurement, duration 13 months. Functional: preference token by showfran, purpose user settings, duration 6 months. Targeting: visitor ID by third-party ad platform, purpose content personalisation, duration 90 days. Full details are reviewed regularly to reflect current providers supporting our production resource.

How the Consent Manager Works

Our consent banner appears on first visit and offers options to accept all, reject non-essential, or customise selections by category. Changes can be made via a link in the footer that reopens the manager. Withdrawing consent stops future collection by those cookies, though previously stored data may remain until natural expiry. The manager records your preferences in a first-party cookie lasting one year.

Browser-Level Controls and Consequences

Most browsers allow you to block or delete cookies through settings menus. Disabling all cookies may prevent access to interactive elements such as the contact form or personalised workflow recommendations. You can manage third-party cookies via provider tools or browser extensions. Note that some site features will degrade if essential cookies are blocked.

International Transfers and Privacy Policy Reference

Some third-party cookies may transfer data outside the United Kingdom to jurisdictions with different protections. We ensure appropriate safeguards such as standard contractual clauses are in place. For comprehensive details on data handling beyond cookies, please refer to our Privacy Policy available on the site.

Policy Changes and Contact Information

We may update this policy to reflect legal or operational changes. The latest version will always be posted here with a new effective date. If you have questions about cookies or wish to exercise rights under UK GDPR, contact us using the details on our Contacts page or reach [email protected], 01494 671234, or Beaconsfield Studios, Station Road, Beaconsfield, Buckinghamshire, HP9 1LG. Adlib Audio Limited | Company Registration Number: 03555097 | Place of Registration: England and Wales | VAT Registration Number: 477222243 | Registered Office: Beaconsfield Studios, Station Road, Beaconsfield, Buckinghamshire, HP9 1LG | Email: [email protected] | Telephone: 01494 671234