Cookies Policy

Last updated: 19 September 2026

This Cookies Policy explains how redtapetry uses cookies and similar technologies on our website. We are based in the United Kingdom and specialise in professional courses covering live production decks, control rooms, multi-camera switching, live broadcasting techniques, real-time video operation, and the management of television and streaming productions. Our practices comply with the UK General Data Protection Regulation (UK GDPR), the Data Protection Act 2018, and the Privacy and Electronic Communications Regulations (PECR).

What cookies and similar technologies are

Cookies are small text files placed on your device when you visit a website. They can store information such as your preferences, login status, or browsing behaviour. Similar technologies include web beacons, pixels, and local storage objects that perform comparable functions by accessing or storing data on your device. These tools allow websites to recognise returning visitors, remember settings, and collect usage statistics without requiring repeated manual input.

Why the site uses them

We employ cookies to ensure the website functions correctly, to remember your choices, to understand how visitors interact with our course information, and to improve the overall user experience. Without these technologies, core features such as form submissions and navigation would not operate reliably, and we would be unable to tailor content to the needs of professionals seeking training in live production environments.

Categories of cookies we use

Strictly necessary cookies

These cookies are essential for the website to operate. They enable basic functions such as page navigation, access to secure areas, and submission of the contact form. Without them, the site cannot function properly. They are always active and do not require consent under PECR because they are strictly necessary for the service you request.

Functional cookies

Functional cookies remember your preferences, such as language settings or display options, to provide an enhanced experience. They allow us to recognise you when you return and to pre-fill certain form fields based on prior interactions with our course descriptions.

Analytics or performance cookies

These cookies collect information about how visitors use the site, including which pages are most popular and how users navigate between sections describing our specialised courses. The data is aggregated and anonymous, helping us identify areas for improvement in presenting information about multi-camera switching and real-time video operation training.

Advertising or targeting cookies

We do not currently use advertising or targeting cookies. Should this change, we will update this policy and obtain consent before activation.

Social-media cookies

We do not embed social-media plugins or related cookies on this site.

First-party versus third-party cookies

First-party cookies are set directly by redtapetry and can only be read by our domain. Third-party cookies are set by external service providers that help us deliver analytics or other functions. Any third-party cookies we employ are limited to essential analytics partners and are governed by their own privacy statements, which we review for compliance with UK data protection standards.

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 set period or until you delete them. Our necessary cookies are typically session-based, while functional and analytics cookies may persist for up to 24 months to maintain accurate performance data over time.

Data handled and purpose of each category

Strictly necessary cookies process minimal data such as session identifiers to keep the contact form operational. Functional cookies store preference flags. Analytics cookies record anonymised page views, referral sources, and device type to help us refine how we present details about live broadcasting techniques and control-room management courses. No personal identifiers are processed by analytics cookies without separate consent.

Consent or exemption basis

Under PECR, strictly necessary cookies are exempt from consent requirements. All other categories require your prior consent, which we obtain through the site-wide cookie banner. You may withdraw consent at any time without affecting the lawfulness of processing based on consent before withdrawal. We maintain records of consent choices in line with UK GDPR accountability obligations.

Cookie table

The following table summarises the cookies currently in use. Provider names, categories, and durations are listed where known.

PHPSESSID – Provider: redtapetry – Category: Strictly necessary – Duration: Session – Purpose: Maintains user session during form completion.
cookie_consent – Provider: redtapetry – Category: Functional – Duration: 12 months – Purpose: Stores your cookie preference selections.
_ga – Provider: Google Analytics – Category: Analytics – Duration: 24 months – Purpose: Distinguishes unique visitors for performance reporting.
_gid – Provider: Google Analytics – Category: Analytics – Duration: 24 hours – Purpose: Stores information about how visitors use the site.

How the consent manager works

The cookie banner appears on your first visit and allows you to accept all non-essential cookies, reject them, or manage preferences by category. You can reopen the banner at any time via a link in the footer to change or withdraw your choices. Changes take effect immediately and are stored in a functional cookie for future visits.

Browser-level controls

Most browsers allow you to block or delete cookies through their settings menu. Disabling cookies may prevent the contact form from submitting correctly and remove the ability to remember your preferences. You can find instructions for popular browsers on their official support pages. Note that blocking all cookies will not stop essential security measures required for site operation.

International transfers

Some analytics providers may transfer data outside the United Kingdom. Where this occurs, appropriate safeguards such as standard contractual clauses approved by the UK Information Commissioner’s Office are in place. Full details appear in our separate Privacy Policy, which you can request by contacting us.

Policy changes and contact

We review this Cookies Policy regularly and will publish any updates on this page. If you have questions about our use of cookies, please use the contact form on our Contacts page or email [email protected]. You may also write to us at Beaconsfield Studios, Station Road, Beaconsfield, Buckinghamshire, HP9 1LG or call 01494 671234.