Cookies Policy
Last updated: 29 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 track usage or store data. These tools can record information such as browser type, device identifiers, IP addresses, pages visited and interactions performed.
Why the site uses them
showelix operates a commercial website providing educational resources on audiovisual production. Cookies support essential functions like navigation, security and form submission. They also enable performance measurement, preference storage and limited third-party integrations required for a functional user experience on a site based in the United Kingdom.
Categories of cookies and similar technologies
Strictly necessary cookies
These cookies are required for the website to function correctly. They handle session management, security and basic navigation. Without them, core features such as the contact form would not operate.
Functional cookies
Functional cookies remember user choices such as language settings or form data to improve convenience during a visit.
Analytics or performance cookies
These cookies collect aggregated information about how visitors use the site. They help identify popular content and technical issues without identifying individuals directly.
Advertising or targeting cookies
Where used, these cookies support relevant content delivery and measure campaign effectiveness. The site minimises their use in line with PECR requirements.
Social-media cookies
These may be set by external platforms if embedded content is present, although the site avoids unnecessary social integrations.
First-party versus third-party cookies
First-party cookies are set directly by showelix and relate to core site functions. Third-party cookies originate from external providers for analytics or other services. Both types are disclosed in the sections below where applicable.
Session versus persistent cookies
Session cookies exist only while the browser is open and are deleted when the session ends. Persistent cookies remain on the device for a defined period, typically between 30 days and 24 months depending on purpose, after which they expire or are removed by the user.
Data handled and purpose of each category
Necessary cookies process minimal data for security and session continuity. Functional cookies store preference data such as display settings. Analytics cookies record page views and device information to improve site performance. All processing respects UK GDPR principles of minimisation and purpose limitation.
Consent or exemption basis under UK law
Strictly necessary cookies operate under the strict necessity exemption in PECR. All other categories require prior consent under UK GDPR and PECR. Consent is obtained via the site-wide cookie banner and can be withdrawn at any time without affecting the lawfulness of prior processing.
Cookie providers and durations
- Strictly necessary: session identifier, provider showelix, duration session only.
- Functional: preference storage, provider showelix, duration 12 months.
- Analytics: usage statistics, provider Google Analytics, duration 24 months.
- Performance: load-time measurement, provider showelix, duration 30 days.
How the consent manager works
The cookie banner allows visitors to accept, reject or customise categories. Choices are recorded and respected on subsequent visits. Users may reopen the banner through site controls to change or withdraw consent at any time.
Browser-level controls and consequences of disabling cookies
Most browsers allow users to block or delete cookies via settings. Disabling necessary cookies may prevent the contact form and other core features from working. Analytics and functional features will also be limited, reducing the quality of the experience.
International transfers
Some analytics providers may transfer data outside the UK. Appropriate safeguards such as standard contractual clauses are applied. Further details appear in the Privacy Policy.
Policy changes and contact
This policy may be updated to reflect legal or operational changes. The current version is always available on this page. For questions please use the contact form on the Contacts page or email [email protected]. Postal enquiries may be sent to 1st Floor, Arcadia House, 15 Forlease Road, Maidenhead, Berkshire SL6 1RX, United Kingdom or by telephone on 01843 873300.