Cookies Policy

Last updated: 15 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 pixels, web beacons and local storage that can store or access information on your device. On a platform focused on professional video feeds, live signal management and broadcasting operations these files help maintain reliable connections during content distribution and camera feeds. They may record identifiers, timestamps, device types and session details to support high-quality delivery of television and news content.

Why the site uses cookies

We use cookies to operate the central hub for media feeds securely and efficiently. This includes keeping live signals stable, managing content distribution across networks and ensuring camera work integrates smoothly with news programmes. Without these technologies the service could not deliver consistent high-quality feeds or respond to user interactions in real time. Cookies also help measure performance of video operations so technical issues can be resolved quickly for broadcasters and television clients.

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

Strictly necessary cookies enable core functions such as user authentication and live signal routing. Functional cookies remember preferences like video quality settings. Analytics cookies track how visitors interact with feeds and distribution tools to improve reliability. Advertising cookies may be used to measure campaign performance related to broadcasting services. Social-media cookies can facilitate sharing of content clips but are only active when users choose to engage with those features. Each category serves distinct purposes tied to professional media operations.

First-party versus third-party cookies

First-party cookies are set directly by spotvibrox and stay within our domain to support video operations and signal management. Third-party cookies come from external providers such as analytics platforms or content delivery networks that assist with live broadcasting and distribution. Both types may be present but third-party ones are limited to essential service partners under strict contractual controls required by UK data protection rules.

Session versus persistent cookies and retention periods

Session cookies last only while your browser is open and are deleted when you close it. They handle temporary tasks like maintaining a live feed connection during a broadcast session. Persistent cookies remain on your device for a set period, often between thirty days and two years, depending on their purpose. For example analytics cookies may expire after thirteen months while functional preferences for video settings can last up to one year. Exact durations are listed in the table below and are reviewed regularly to comply with PECR and UK GDPR principles of data minimisation.

Data handled and purpose of each category

Necessary cookies process identifiers needed for authentication and live signal routing. Functional cookies store choices such as preferred bitrate or camera presets. Analytics cookies collect aggregated usage data including page views, video play duration and error logs to optimise content distribution. Advertising cookies track conversion events related to service enquiries. No category stores sensitive personal data beyond what is required for professional broadcasting support. All processing occurs under documented purposes that align with the operation of a media feeds hub.

Consent or exemption basis under UK law

Strictly necessary cookies operate under the strict necessity exemption in PECR and do not require consent. All other categories rely on consent obtained through our site-wide cookie banner. Consent is recorded and can be withdrawn at any time without affecting the lawfulness of prior processing. This approach satisfies UK GDPR transparency requirements and the Data Protection Act 2018. Where legitimate interests apply they are balanced against user rights and documented in our internal records.

Cookie or provider table

The following table summarises the cookies currently in use. Names, providers, categories and durations are shown. This information is updated as providers change.

cookie_name_1 – spotvibrox – strictly necessary – session – authentication for live feeds
cookie_name_2 – spotvibrox – functional – one year – video quality preferences
cookie_name_3 – analytics provider – analytics – thirteen months – usage statistics for signal performance
cookie_name_4 – distribution network – necessary – session – content routing during broadcasts
cookie_name_5 – advertising partner – advertising – ninety days – service enquiry tracking

How the consent manager works and how to change choices

Our consent manager appears as a banner on first visit. You can accept all, reject non-essential categories or customise selections. Choices are saved and can be revisited via a link in the footer. Withdrawing consent immediately stops further setting of those cookies and existing ones are cleared where technically feasible. The manager respects your decision across subsequent visits until you alter it again.

Browser-level controls and consequences of disabling cookies

Most browsers allow you to block or delete cookies through settings. Disabling strictly necessary cookies will prevent core functions such as accessing live signal management tools. Blocking analytics cookies limits our ability to improve feed quality but does not stop the service from operating. Persistent cookies can be cleared manually yet may reappear if consent is later granted. Users should consult their browser help pages for specific instructions on managing these technologies.

International transfers and reference to the Privacy Policy

Some third-party providers may transfer data outside the United Kingdom. Appropriate safeguards such as standard contractual clauses are in place. Full details of transfer mechanisms and recipient categories appear in our separate Privacy Policy which can be accessed from the site footer. This Cookies Policy should be read alongside that document for complete information on data handling practices.

Policy changes, contact route and last-updated date

We review this policy regularly and update it when cookie practices or legal requirements change. The date of the most recent revision appears at the top of the page. If you have questions about cookies or wish to exercise your rights please use the contact form on our Contacts page or email [email protected]. Postal enquiries can be sent to Holmbush Road, Putney, London, SW15 3LE and telephone contact is available on 07575 701535. Company Registration Number: 10962052 | VAT Number: GB 277 228 087 | Place of Registration: England and Wales