Cookies Policy

Last updated: 26 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 recognise your browser, remember preferences and improve functionality. 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 browser type, device identifiers, IP address, pages visited and interaction data. In the United Kingdom this practice is governed by the Privacy and Electronic Communications Regulations alongside the UK GDPR and Data Protection Act 2018.

Why the site uses cookies and similar technologies

upnewsra operates a commercial website offering specialist training in live production decks, multi-camera switching, live broadcasting techniques, real-time video operation and professional management of television and streaming productions. Cookies help deliver core site functions, remember user choices, measure performance and support legitimate business operations. Without them certain features would not work correctly and the site could not provide the intended service level.

Strictly necessary, functional, analytics, advertising and social-media categories

Strictly necessary cookies enable basic navigation and security features. Functional cookies remember preferences such as language or form data. Analytics cookies collect information about how visitors use the site so that performance can be measured and improved. Advertising or targeting cookies are used only where consent has been given to personalise content or measure campaign effectiveness. Social-media cookies may be present if third-party sharing tools are embedded, although no blog or social feed is operated on this site.

First-party versus third-party cookies

First-party cookies are set directly by upnewsra and relate to core site functions. Third-party cookies are set by external providers such as analytics platforms or content delivery networks. Both types may be used, but third-party cookies are limited to those required for service delivery or where explicit consent has been obtained under PECR.

Session versus persistent cookies and retention periods

Session cookies are deleted automatically when the browser is closed. Persistent cookies remain on the device for a defined period or until manually removed. Typical retention for necessary cookies is the length of the visit or up to twelve months for security tokens. Analytics identifiers may persist for up to twenty-four months. Users can clear persistent cookies through browser settings at any time.

Data handled and purpose of each category

Necessary cookies process minimal technical data to maintain security and session continuity. Functional cookies store preference selections to avoid repeated entry of information. Analytics cookies capture aggregated usage statistics such as page views and navigation paths. No personal data is sold; all processing is limited to the stated purposes and retained only as long as necessary for those purposes.

Consent or exemption basis for each category

Strictly necessary cookies are exempt from consent under PECR because they are essential for the service requested. Functional, analytics and any advertising cookies require prior consent. Consent is obtained through the site-wide cookie banner before non-essential cookies are set. Withdrawal of consent is possible at any time via the same banner or browser controls, and processing based on consent ceases immediately upon withdrawal.

Cookie or provider table

Strictly necessary session cookie – provider: upnewsra – category: necessary – duration: session only
Preference storage cookie – provider: upnewsra – category: functional – duration: twelve months
Analytics identifier – provider: third-party analytics service – category: analytics – duration: up to twenty-four months
Security token – provider: upnewsra – category: necessary – duration: thirty days

How the consent manager works and how users can change choices

The cookie banner appears on first visit and allows selection of cookie categories. Choices are stored and can be reviewed or altered by returning to the banner link available on every page. Rejecting non-essential cookies prevents those cookies from being set. Withdrawing consent does not affect data already processed under a valid legal basis.

Browser-level controls and consequences of disabling cookies

Most browsers allow blocking or deletion of cookies through settings. Disabling necessary cookies may prevent login, form submission or basic navigation. Disabling analytics cookies limits the site’s ability to measure and improve performance but does not stop core functionality. Instructions for common browsers are available from their respective support pages.

International transfers and reference to the Privacy Policy

Some third-party providers may process data outside the United Kingdom. Appropriate safeguards such as standard contractual clauses are used where required. Full details of data handling practices appear in the separate Privacy Policy accessible from the site footer.

Policy changes, contact route and last-updated date

This policy may be updated to reflect legal or operational changes. The current version date appears at the top of the page. For questions about cookies please use the contact form on the Contacts page or write to [email protected], Beaconsfield Studios, Station Road, Beaconsfield, Buckinghamshire, HP9 1LG or telephone 01494 671234. Company Name: upnewsra | Company Registration Number: 02867466 | VAT Registration Number: GB 645 085 923 | Place of Registration: England and Wales | Registered Office: Beaconsfield Studios, Station Road, Beaconsfield, Buckinghamshire, HP9 1LG | Email: [email protected] | Telephone: 01494 671234