Cookies Policy

Last updated: 12 October 2026.

What Cookies and Similar Technologies Are

Cookies are small text files placed on your device when you visit a website. They store information that helps websites function properly, remember preferences, and analyse performance. Similar technologies include web beacons, pixels, and local storage. These tools can record details such as browser type, operating system, IP address, pages visited, and time spent on the site. They do not contain personal information in isolation but can be linked to other data when combined with account details or identifiers.

Why the Site Uses Cookies

showtimeryx operates a commercial platform focused on professional media feeds, live signal management, content distribution, and broadcasting services. Cookies enable core functions such as secure access to feeds, session continuity during live operations, and efficient delivery of video content. Without them, essential features like real-time signal monitoring and user authentication would fail. The site also uses them to measure audience engagement with broadcasting tools and to comply with legal obligations under UK data protection rules.

Categories of Cookies Used

The site classifies cookies into strictly necessary, functional, analytics or performance, and advertising or targeting categories. Strictly necessary cookies support login, security, and basic navigation required for professional video operation. Functional cookies remember settings such as preferred feed formats or dashboard layouts. Analytics cookies track usage patterns to improve content distribution reliability. Advertising cookies may be used to deliver relevant promotions for broadcasting services, though the primary focus remains operational rather than commercial targeting.

First-Party Versus Third-Party Cookies

First-party cookies are set directly by showtimeryx and remain under its control. They handle authentication for live signal management and store preferences for camera work interfaces. Third-party cookies come from external providers that support content delivery networks, analytics platforms, or video hosting partners. These may be necessary for reliable high-quality feeds to news programmes but are limited to essential service providers only.

Session Versus Persistent Cookies

Session cookies exist only while the browser is open and are deleted when the session ends. They support temporary tasks such as maintaining a live broadcast connection. Persistent cookies remain on the device for a defined period, typically between 30 days and 24 months depending on purpose. For example, an analytics cookie might expire after 13 months to align with industry standards, while a functional cookie for feed preferences could last up to 12 months unless manually cleared.

Data Handled and Purpose of Each Category

Strictly necessary cookies process device identifiers and session tokens to enable secure access to media feeds. Functional cookies store user-selected options such as video resolution or notification preferences. Analytics cookies collect aggregated data on page views, load times, and error rates to optimise signal management. Advertising cookies record interaction data to measure campaign effectiveness, always with appropriate consent where required. No category stores sensitive personal data without explicit justification tied to broadcasting operations.

Consent or Exemption Basis Under UK Law

Under the Privacy and Electronic Communications Regulations (PECR) and UK GDPR, strictly necessary cookies operate on the basis of legitimate interests without consent. All other categories require prior consent via the site-wide cookie banner. Users may withdraw consent at any time through the consent manager. The Data Protection Act 2018 supplements these rules, ensuring transparency and accountability in how data from cookies supports television broadcasting services.

Cookie Provider Table

Name: session_id; Purpose: authentication for live feeds; Provider: showtimeryx; Category: strictly necessary; Duration: session only.
Name: pref_lang; Purpose: language and layout preferences; Provider: showtimeryx; Category: functional; Duration: 12 months.
Name: _ga; Purpose: usage analytics; Provider: Google Analytics; Category: analytics; Duration: 13 months.
Name: vid_track; Purpose: performance monitoring of video distribution; Provider: third-party CDN; Category: analytics; Duration: 6 months.

How the Consent Manager Works

The site-wide cookie banner appears on first visit and allows selection of cookie categories. Users can accept all, reject non-essential cookies, or customise choices. Preferences are stored for 12 months and can be changed via a link in the footer or by clearing browser data. Withdrawal of consent immediately stops further processing for the rejected categories while preserving essential functions.

Browser-Level Controls and Consequences

Most browsers allow blocking or deleting cookies through settings menus. Disabling strictly necessary cookies will prevent login and access to professional media feeds. Blocking analytics cookies reduces the site's ability to improve service reliability but does not affect core broadcasting operations. Users should consult their browser help resources for specific instructions.

International Transfers

Some third-party cookies may transfer data outside the United Kingdom. Appropriate safeguards such as standard contractual clauses are used where required. Full details appear in the Privacy Policy, which users should review alongside this document.

Policy Changes and Contact

This policy is reviewed regularly and updated to reflect changes in technology or regulation. The last update occurred on 12 October 2026. For questions, please use the contact form on the Contacts page or email [email protected]. Postal enquiries may be sent to Medina House, 2 Station Avenue, Bridlington, East Riding of Yorkshire, YO16 4LZ and telephone contact is available on 01262 831961.