Cookies Policy

Last updated: 23 September 2026

What cookies and similar technologies are

Cookies are small text files placed on your device when you visit a website. They store information such as your preferences or login status. Similar technologies include pixels, web beacons and local storage that can access or store data on your device. These tools help websites function correctly and remember user choices. On this site operated by glitzwaveku they may record details about your browser, device type, IP address, pages visited and actions taken during media feed management sessions.

Why the site uses them

glitzwaveku uses cookies to deliver reliable professional video operations, live signal management and content distribution services. They enable the site to remember settings for camera work tools, maintain secure sessions for high-quality feed creation and support navigation across pages about television broadcasting workflows. Without them many core features would not operate smoothly.

Categories of cookies we use

Strictly necessary cookies

These are essential for the site to function. They handle login sessions, security and basic navigation. They are always active and do not require consent under PECR because they are necessary for the service you requested.

Functional cookies

These remember choices such as language or display preferences for media feeds. They improve usability but are not essential. Consent is obtained before they are set.

Analytics or performance cookies

These collect information on how visitors use the site, such as time spent viewing live signal management pages. Data helps improve content distribution features. They are set only after consent.

Advertising or targeting cookies

These may be used by third parties to show relevant promotions about video operation services. They track browsing across sites. Consent is required before activation.

Social-media cookies

These allow sharing of content about television broadcasting. They are placed by platforms you choose to interact with and require consent.

First-party versus third-party cookies

First-party cookies are set directly by glitzwaveku and relate to our own services such as feed creation tools. Third-party cookies come from partners providing analytics or distribution support. Both types are listed in the table below where applicable.

Session versus persistent cookies and retention

Session cookies expire when you close the browser and are used for temporary tasks like maintaining a live signal session. Persistent cookies remain for a set period, often between 30 days and two years, to remember preferences for camera work settings. Exact durations are shown in the provider table.

Data handled and purpose of each category

Strictly necessary cookies process minimal data for security and session continuity. Functional cookies store preference data to personalise the experience. Analytics cookies handle aggregated usage statistics to refine content distribution. Advertising cookies may process browsing history for targeted messages. All processing complies with UK GDPR and the Data Protection Act 2018.

Consent or exemption basis under UK law

Under PECR and UK GDPR, strictly necessary cookies operate without consent. All other categories require explicit opt-in consent obtained via the site-wide cookie banner. You may withdraw consent at any time without affecting the lawfulness of prior processing.

Cookie and provider table

Name: session_id — Purpose: Maintain user session for live feeds — Provider: glitzwaveku — Category: Strictly necessary — Duration: Session
Name: pref_lang — Purpose: Store language choice — Provider: glitzwaveku — Category: Functional — Duration: 1 year
Name: _ga — Purpose: Analyse site usage for performance — Provider: Google Analytics — Category: Analytics — Duration: 2 years
Name: targeting_ad — Purpose: Deliver relevant service information — Provider: Third-party ad network — Category: Advertising — Duration: 90 days

How the consent manager works

The cookie banner appears on first visit. You can accept all, reject non-essential or customise choices by category. Changes are saved immediately and can be updated later via the banner link on every page. Withdrawing consent stops future setting of those cookies.

Browser-level controls

Most browsers allow you to block or delete cookies through settings. Disabling strictly necessary cookies may prevent access to secure areas such as feed management tools. Blocking others may reduce functionality but will not stop the site from operating where possible.

International transfers

Some third-party cookies may transfer data outside the UK. Appropriate safeguards such as standard contractual clauses are used. See the Privacy Policy for further details on international transfers.

Policy changes and contact

We may update this policy to reflect changes in services or law. The current version is always available on this page. For questions contact glitzwaveku using the details on the Contacts page or email [email protected] or telephone 020 8453 8989 or write to 3 The Merlin Centre, Lancaster Road, High Wycombe, HP12 3QL, United Kingdom.