Cookies Policy
Last Updated
This Cookies Policy was last updated on 02 November 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 device and store information about your preferences or past actions. Similar technologies include web beacons and pixels that can track user behaviour across pages. These tools can store or access data such as unique identifiers, browsing history within the site, device type, and interaction patterns. In practice this means a cookie might remember that you viewed a particular course module on broadcast studio design so the next visit feels more relevant.
Why the Site Uses Cookies
glowtivo uses cookies and similar technologies to operate the website effectively, improve user experience, understand how visitors interact with resources on audiovisual production topics, and comply with legal obligations under UK data protection rules. Without these technologies certain core functions would not work and analytics insights that help refine course materials would be unavailable.
Categories of Cookies Used
The site employs five main categories. Strictly necessary cookies enable basic functions such as page navigation and access to secure areas. Functional cookies remember user choices like preferred language or display settings. Analytics or performance cookies collect aggregated information on how pages are used to identify areas for improvement in content about camera control systems. Advertising or targeting cookies are not currently deployed. Social-media cookies may appear if embedded content from third-party platforms is loaded but are limited to essential sharing features only when explicitly chosen.
First-Party Versus Third-Party Cookies
First-party cookies are set directly by glowtivo and relate only to this domain. They handle login status and session continuity for registered course participants. Third-party cookies originate from external providers such as analytics services or content delivery networks. These may be used to measure overall traffic or deliver optimised media files related to professional lighting arrangements. Both types are listed in detail later in this policy so users can understand exactly which organisations receive information.
Session Versus Persistent Cookies and Retention Periods
Session cookies exist only while the browser is open and are deleted automatically when the session ends. They are used for temporary functions such as maintaining a shopping basket for course enrolment. Persistent cookies remain on the device for a defined period ranging from a few days to twenty-four months depending on purpose. For example an analytics persistent cookie might last thirteen months to allow year-on-year comparison of how visitors explore sound engineering content. Expiry dates are chosen to balance usefulness with privacy minimisation principles required by UK GDPR.
Data Handled and Purpose of Each Category
Strictly necessary cookies process data such as session identifiers and security tokens solely to deliver pages and protect against fraud. Functional cookies store settings like video player preferences to streamline workflows for live events. Analytics cookies collect IP addresses in anonymised form, page views, and time spent on sections covering television networks so that glowtivo can prioritise new material. No category processes special category data. All processing is limited to what is required for the stated purpose and retained only as long as necessary.
Consent or Exemption Basis for Each Category
Under the Privacy and Electronic Communications Regulations and UK GDPR, strictly necessary cookies are exempt from consent because they are essential for the service requested. All other categories require prior consent which is obtained through the site-wide cookie banner. Users may grant or refuse consent for functional, analytics and any future advertising categories separately. Withdrawal of consent is possible at any time and does not affect the lawfulness of processing before withdrawal. Consent records are stored for audit purposes in line with Data Protection Act requirements.
How the Consent Manager Works and How to Change Choices
The cookie banner appears on first visit and offers granular options for each non-essential category. Selecting accept all, reject all or manage preferences records the decision. Users can reopen the banner via a link in the footer to review or alter choices at any later date. Changes take effect immediately and previously stored cookies in refused categories are deleted. The mechanism is designed to be clear and accessible so that every visitor can exercise control without technical difficulty.
Browser-Level Controls and Consequences of Disabling Cookies
Most browsers allow users to block or delete cookies through settings menus. Disabling strictly necessary cookies will prevent core site functions such as logging into course accounts or completing enrolment forms. Blocking analytics cookies simply means glowtivo receives less information about content performance but the site remains usable. Instructions for popular browsers are available from their official help centres. Persistent effects include loss of remembered preferences and reduced ability to personalise the experience around professional lighting or camera control topics.
International Transfers
Some third-party providers may process data outside the United Kingdom. In such cases appropriate safeguards such as standard contractual clauses approved under UK GDPR are in place. A cross-reference to the full Privacy Policy explains the safeguards in greater detail and lists the countries involved. Users concerned about transfers may contact enquiries@altech.ac.uk for further information.
Policy Changes and Contact Route
glowtivo may update this policy to reflect changes in technology, law or business practices. Significant revisions will be highlighted on the site and the last-updated date revised. For questions about cookies or to exercise rights under data protection law please use the contact form on the Contacts page or email enquiries@altech.ac.uk. Postal enquiries may be sent to Unit 53 Lidgate Crescent, Langthwaite Grange Ind. Est., South Kirkby, Pontefract, West Yorkshire, WF9 3NR, United Kingdom and telephone queries to 01977 659880. This policy applies to all visitors from the United Kingdom and is drafted in accordance with the Data Protection Act 2018 and PECR.
Additional Explanatory Notes on Practical Impact
Understanding these details helps users make informed decisions. For instance a visitor exploring streamlined workflows for television networks benefits from functional cookies that remember video playback settings yet retains full choice to disable them. The policy avoids vague statements and focuses on concrete effects so that readers can assess consequences for their own browsing habits. Regular review ensures continued alignment with evolving regulatory expectations in the United Kingdom.