Cookies Policy
Last updated: 5 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 remember actions and preferences over time. Similar technologies include web beacons and local storage that can store or access information on your device. These tools can record details such as browser type, pages visited, time spent on site and any interactions with forms or media players.
Why this site uses them
vibronel operates a commercial platform focused on professional live television production training. Cookies support core functions like remembering your session, delivering course materials smoothly and analysing how visitors explore studio equipment topics, camera techniques and production processes. Without them certain features would not work correctly.
Strictly necessary cookies
These cookies are essential for the website to function. They enable basic operations such as page navigation, form submission on the contact page and maintenance of your session. They do not require consent under PECR because they are strictly necessary. No personal data beyond what is needed for technical delivery is processed.
Functional cookies
Functional cookies remember choices you make such as language preferences or video player settings. They improve your experience when exploring lighting setups or acoustic optimisation content. These cookies are used only after you have given consent through the site-wide cookie banner.
Analytics or performance cookies
Analytics cookies collect information about how visitors use the site. They help understand which sections on dynamic camera techniques or news programme production receive the most attention. Data is aggregated and used to improve content quality. Consent is required before these cookies are activated.
Advertising or targeting cookies
Targeting cookies may be used to deliver relevant information about courses on reliable production processes. They track browsing patterns across sessions. These cookies are only deployed with your explicit consent and can be withdrawn at any time via the cookie banner.
Social media cookies
If embedded social features are present they may set cookies from third-party platforms. These allow sharing of content about interviews and live shows but are not active unless you consent. They fall under the same consent rules as advertising cookies.
First-party versus third-party cookies
First-party cookies are set directly by vibronel and remain under our control. Third-party cookies come from external providers such as analytics services or content delivery networks. Both types are listed in the categories above and respect the same consent requirements.
Session versus persistent cookies
Session cookies exist only while your browser is open and are deleted when you close it. Persistent cookies remain on your device for a defined period or until you delete them. Retention periods vary by category and are detailed in the provider information section below.
Data handled and purpose of each category
Necessary cookies process technical identifiers to keep the site operational. Functional cookies store preference data to personalise your visit. Analytics cookies handle usage statistics for performance improvement. Advertising cookies process interest signals for course promotion. All processing complies with UK GDPR and the Data Protection Act 2018.
Consent or exemption basis
Under PECR and UK GDPR, strictly necessary cookies are exempt from consent. All other categories require affirmative consent obtained through the cookie banner. You may change or withdraw consent at any time without affecting the lawfulness of processing based on consent before withdrawal.
Cookie providers and durations
The following providers are used. Necessary cookies from vibronel last for the duration of your session. Analytics providers retain data for up to 26 months in aggregated form. Functional cookies from the site expire after 12 months. Advertising partners set persistent cookies that last between 30 days and two years depending on the campaign. Full current lists are available by contacting [email protected].
How the consent manager works
The site-wide cookie banner appears on first visit. You can accept all, reject non-essential or manage preferences by category. Changes are saved immediately and can be updated later by revisiting the banner or contacting us. Withdrawal of consent stops further collection by those categories.
Browser-level controls
Most browsers allow you to block or delete cookies through settings. Disabling necessary cookies may prevent the contact form from working or block access to course content. Disabling analytics cookies will not affect core site functions but will limit our ability to improve the service.
International transfers
Some third-party providers may transfer data outside the United Kingdom. Appropriate safeguards such as standard contractual clauses are in place. Details appear in our Privacy Policy which can be requested via [email protected] or the contact form on the Contacts page.
Policy changes
We review this Cookies Policy regularly. Updates will be posted on this page with a new last-updated date. Continued use of the site after changes constitutes acceptance of the revised policy.
Contact route
If you have questions about cookies or wish to exercise your rights contact us using the form on the Contacts page or email [email protected]. Our address is The Greenhouse, MediaCityUK, Salford, Greater Manchester M50 2EQ, United Kingdom and telephone number is 0161 886 5300.
Further information
This policy explains practical choices available to visitors in the United Kingdom. It covers all cookie categories deployed on the platform dedicated to live television production education. For matters outside cookies please refer to the separate Privacy Policy available on request.