Cookies Policy

Last updated: 30 September 2026

This Cookies Policy explains how starnextra uses cookies and similar technologies on its website. The site operates from the United Kingdom and provides an entertainment media production guide focused on extended coverage of event interviews, stage visuals, camera planning and polished workflows. As a commercial website targeting visitors in the United Kingdom, our practices comply with the UK General Data Protection Regulation, the Data Protection Act 2018 and the Privacy and Electronic Communications Regulations 2003. This document forms part of our broader commitment to transparency and gives you clear information about the tools we deploy, the reasons we deploy them and the choices available to you.

What cookies and similar technologies are

Cookies are small text files that are placed on your device when you visit a website. They allow the site to recognise your browser, remember preferences and collect limited information about how you interact with the pages. Similar technologies include web beacons, pixels and local storage objects that perform comparable functions without always using the cookie file format. These tools can store or access data such as unique identifiers, browser type, operating system, referring pages, time spent on pages and actions taken during a visit. They do not contain personal information such as your name or email address unless you voluntarily supply that information through a form.

Why the site uses cookies and similar technologies

We employ these technologies to ensure the website functions correctly, to improve performance, to understand audience behaviour and to deliver a more relevant experience for users interested in media production topics. Without them certain features would not operate, pages might load more slowly and we would lack the insight needed to maintain service quality. All usage is proportionate to the legitimate needs of running a professional guide focused on event interviews, stage visuals, camera planning and polished workflows.

Categories of cookies we use

We categorise cookies into five main groups. Strictly necessary cookies enable core functions such as page navigation and secure access to areas of the site. Functional cookies remember choices you make, for example preferred display settings or region selection. Analytics or performance cookies collect aggregated information about visitor numbers and page popularity so we can identify which sections on camera planning or stage visuals receive the most attention. Advertising or targeting cookies may be used by third parties to measure the effectiveness of promotional content, although we do not run behavioural advertising on this site. Social-media cookies can appear if embedded content from external platforms is present, but such embedding is minimal and always disclosed.

First-party versus third-party cookies

First-party cookies are set directly by starnextra and relate only to activity on this domain. They help us maintain session continuity and remember basic preferences. Third-party cookies originate from external providers such as analytics platforms or content delivery networks. These may be necessary for delivering video examples of polished workflows or for measuring overall site performance. We limit third-party involvement to reputable organisations that adhere to UK data-protection standards.

Session versus persistent cookies and retention periods

Session cookies exist only while your browser remains open and are deleted automatically when you close the browser. They support temporary functions such as keeping you logged in during a single visit. Persistent cookies remain on your device for a defined period or until you delete them manually. Typical retention ranges from thirty days for functional preferences to twenty-four months for aggregated analytics data. Exact durations appear in the provider table below. We review retention schedules regularly to ensure data is not kept longer than necessary.

Data handled and purpose of each category

Strictly necessary cookies handle identifiers that confirm your browser session and prevent security threats. Functional cookies store settings such as language preference or video player volume. Analytics cookies record page views, referral sources and device characteristics to produce statistical reports on how users explore content about event interviews and camera planning. Advertising cookies, where present, track conversion events only after explicit consent. Social-media cookies capture interaction signals when you choose to share a guide page. In every case the data collected remains limited to what is required for the stated purpose.

Legal basis for each category under UK law

Strictly necessary cookies rely on the strict necessity exemption set out in PECR and do not require consent. All other categories obtain consent through our site-wide cookie banner before any non-essential cookie is activated. Consent is recorded, can be withdrawn at any time and meets the requirements of UK GDPR for freely given, specific, informed and unambiguous agreement. Where legitimate interests are claimed as an alternative basis, we conduct balancing tests that consider the minimal intrusiveness of the processing and the rights of visitors.

Cookie and provider information

The following non-exhaustive list summarises the main cookies and similar technologies currently deployed. Strictly necessary: session identifier set by starnextra, duration session only, purpose site navigation. Functional: display preference cookie set by starnextra, duration thirty days, purpose user settings. Analytics: performance measurement identifier set by a third-party analytics provider, duration twenty-four months, purpose aggregated usage statistics. Targeting: conversion tracker set by a consented advertising partner, duration ninety days, purpose campaign measurement. Social: sharing token set by an embedded platform when activated, duration session only, purpose content distribution. Full technical specifications are available upon request via the contact methods listed at the end of this policy.

How the consent manager operates and how to change choices

Our site-wide cookie banner appears on first visit and again if your previous consent has expired or been cleared. You may accept all categories, reject all optional categories or customise selections by category. Selections are stored for twelve months unless you clear browser data earlier. To review or alter choices at any time, locate the cookie settings link in the footer and reopen the banner interface. Withdrawal of consent takes immediate effect for future visits and does not affect processing already completed under previous consent.

Browser-level controls and consequences of disabling cookies

Most browsers allow you to block or delete cookies through their settings menu. Blocking all cookies will prevent strictly necessary cookies from operating, which may disable essential navigation, login features and security protections. Disabling analytics cookies reduces our ability to improve content on stage visuals and polished workflows but does not stop the site from functioning. We recommend reviewing your browser help documentation for precise instructions on managing cookies and local storage.

International transfers of data

Some third-party providers may process data outside the United Kingdom. Where transfers occur we rely on UK adequacy regulations or appropriate safeguards such as standard contractual clauses approved by the Information Commissioner. A cross-reference to the full Privacy Policy on this site provides further detail on the safeguards in place. You may contact us using the details below if you require additional information about specific transfer mechanisms.

Policy changes, contact route and last-updated date

We review this Cookies Policy periodically and update it when new technologies, providers or legal requirements arise. The date at the top of the page indicates the most recent revision. Material changes will be highlighted via the cookie banner on your next visit. If you have questions about this policy or wish to exercise your rights under UK data-protection law, please use the contact form on our Contacts page or write to [email protected] or Studio B01 Parkhall, 40 Martell Road, London, SE21 8EN. We aim to respond within one calendar month.

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