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 device and remember information about your visit. Similar technologies include pixels, web beacons and local storage that can store or access information on your device. These tools can record details such as your IP address, browser type, pages visited, time spent on pages and interactions with content. In the United Kingdom this policy is prepared in accordance with the UK GDPR, the Data Protection Act 2018 and the Privacy and Electronic Communications Regulations.

Why the site uses them

spotlumy uses cookies and similar technologies to operate its professional media feeds platform securely and effectively. The service provides live signal management, content distribution, camera operation and reliable high-quality feeds for news and broadcasting. Cookies enable core functions such as user authentication, session continuity during live streams, preference storage for video quality settings and basic analytics that help maintain service reliability for broadcasters and production teams.

Categories of cookies we use

We categorise cookies into strictly necessary, functional, analytics or performance, advertising or targeting and social-media types. Strictly necessary cookies are essential for the platform to function and cannot be disabled. Functional cookies remember choices such as video player settings or language preferences. Analytics cookies measure how visitors interact with feeds and dashboards. Advertising cookies may be used if promotional content appears. Social-media cookies appear only if third-party sharing buttons are present.

First-party versus third-party cookies

First-party cookies are set directly by spotlumy and relate only to our domain. They handle login sessions and basic service features. Third-party cookies are set by external providers such as video delivery networks or analytics services. These may track activity across different sites but are limited to the purposes described in this policy.

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. Our necessary cookies are mostly session-based. Analytics cookies may persist for up to 24 months to allow trend analysis. Functional cookies typically last between 30 days and one year depending on the setting stored.

Data handled and purpose of each category

Strictly necessary cookies process identifiers needed to keep you logged in and to deliver live feeds without interruption. Functional cookies store preferences such as default video resolution or caption settings. Analytics cookies collect aggregated usage data including page views, stream start times and error rates to improve platform stability. Advertising cookies, if active, record interest signals for relevant industry announcements. No category collects unnecessary personal data beyond what is required for the stated purpose.

Consent or exemption basis for each category

Under PECR and UK GDPR, strictly necessary cookies are exempt from consent because they are required for the service you requested. All other categories rely on your consent, which is obtained through the site-wide cookie banner before non-essential cookies are set. You may withdraw consent at any time without affecting the lawfulness of processing carried out before withdrawal.

Cookie and provider table

The following table summarises the main cookies currently in use. Names, providers, categories and durations are listed for transparency.

Session identifier – spotlumy – strictly necessary – session only
Video quality preference – spotlumy – functional – 12 months
Analytics measurement – third-party analytics provider – analytics – 24 months
Stream performance tracker – third-party CDN – analytics – 30 days
Consent record – spotlumy – strictly necessary – 12 months

How the consent manager works

The cookie banner appears on first visit and allows you to accept all, reject non-essential or manage categories individually. Selections are stored in a first-party cookie so the banner does not reappear unnecessarily. You can reopen the manager from the footer or privacy settings at any time to change or withdraw choices. Changes take effect immediately for future visits.

Browser-level controls and consequences

Most browsers allow you to block or delete cookies through settings. Disabling strictly necessary cookies may prevent login or live feed playback. Blocking analytics cookies will stop usage data collection but will not affect core service delivery. Refer to your browser help section for exact steps. Note that some features may not work if cookies are restricted.

International transfers

Some third-party providers may process data outside the United Kingdom. Where transfers occur we rely on appropriate safeguards such as standard contractual clauses. Details appear in our separate Privacy Policy, which you should read alongside this document.

Policy changes and contact

We may update this Cookies Policy to reflect changes in technology or regulation. The current version will always be posted on this page with a new last-updated date. If you have questions please contact us using the details on our Contacts page or write to [email protected], Holmbush Road, Putney, London SW15 3LE, United Kingdom or telephone +44 7575 701535. We aim to respond within one month.