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 recognise your browser, remember preferences and gather information about how you interact with the service. Similar technologies include web beacons, pixels and local storage objects that perform comparable functions. These files may contain a unique identifier, timestamps and details about your visit such as the pages viewed and the device used. Under UK law they are regulated primarily by the Privacy and Electronic Communications Regulations together with the UK GDPR and Data Protection Act 2018.
Why this site uses cookies and similar technologies
spotluxmi operates a commercial platform that provides professional media feed services including video operation, live signal management and content distribution. Cookies help maintain reliable performance, remember user settings for camera feeds and broadcasting tools, measure audience engagement with news programme content and support the secure delivery of high-quality television signals. Without these technologies the platform could not deliver the expected level of service or comply with regulatory expectations for security and functionality.
Categories of cookies we deploy
Strictly necessary cookies
These cookies are essential for the platform to function. They enable core features such as secure log-in to the media hub, session continuity during live signal management and protection against fraudulent access. They do not require consent under PECR because they are strictly necessary.
Functional cookies
Functional cookies remember choices such as preferred video quality settings, camera configurations and content distribution preferences. They improve usability for broadcasters and news teams but are not essential for basic operation.
Analytics and performance cookies
These cookies collect aggregated information about visitor behaviour, helping us understand which parts of the service are most used for professional video feeds and live broadcasts. They support continuous improvement of signal reliability and content quality.
Advertising and targeting cookies
Where relevant, these cookies may be used to deliver targeted information about additional media services. They are only activated after explicit consent and are not used for behavioural advertising on the core broadcasting platform.
Social media cookies
If integration with professional social channels is enabled, these cookies facilitate sharing of broadcast highlights while respecting user consent choices.
First-party versus third-party cookies
First-party cookies are set directly by spotluxmi and relate solely to the operation of our media feeds platform. Third-party cookies may be set by trusted providers that assist with analytics or signal monitoring. All third-party providers are contractually bound to comply with UK data protection requirements and are listed in the table below where applicable.
Session versus persistent cookies and retention periods
Session cookies are deleted automatically when you close your browser and are used for temporary functions such as maintaining a live broadcast session. Persistent cookies remain on your device for a defined period, typically between 30 days and 24 months depending on their purpose. For example, analytics cookies may persist for 13 months to allow year-on-year comparison of service usage patterns, while functional preference cookies may last up to 12 months to retain video format settings.
Data handled, purposes and legal basis for each category
Strictly necessary cookies process device identifiers and session tokens solely to deliver the service; the legal basis is legitimate interests and the PECR exemption for strictly necessary cookies. Functional cookies store preference data under consent. Analytics cookies process usage statistics under consent or, where aggregated and anonymised, under legitimate interests. Advertising cookies process browsing data only with prior consent. All processing is limited to what is necessary for the stated purposes and subject to appropriate security measures.
Cookie and provider table
- Name: session_id – Purpose: maintain active media feed session – Provider: spotluxmi – Category: strictly necessary – Duration: session
- Name: pref_quality – Purpose: remember chosen video resolution – Provider: spotluxmi – Category: functional – Duration: 12 months
- Name: _ga – Purpose: distinguish unique visitors for performance analysis – Provider: Google Analytics – Category: analytics – Duration: 13 months
- Name: consent_status – Purpose: record cookie preference choices – Provider: spotluxmi – Category: strictly necessary – Duration: 12 months
How the consent manager works and how to change choices
A site-wide cookie banner appears on first visit and allows you to accept all, reject non-essential or manage preferences in detail. You may return to the banner at any time via the footer link to review or withdraw consent. Withdrawing consent immediately stops the relevant cookies from being set on future visits, although previously placed cookies will expire according to their stated durations.
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 secure access to live signal management tools. Blocking analytics cookies will not affect service delivery but will limit our ability to improve performance. Instructions for popular browsers are available on their official support pages.
International transfers
Some analytics providers may process data outside the United Kingdom. In such cases appropriate safeguards such as UK-approved standard contractual clauses are in place. Further details appear in our separate Privacy Policy.
Policy changes and contact
We review this policy regularly and will update the last-updated date when material changes occur. If you have questions about our use of cookies please contact us using the details on the Contacts page or write to Piper House, 14 West Place, West Road, Harlow, Essex CM20 2GY or email [email protected]. Telephone enquiries can be made on 01279 630555.