Cookies Policy

Last updated: 21 September 2026

What cookies and similar technologies are

Cookies are small text files stored on your device when you visit a website. They allow the site to remember actions and preferences over time. Similar technologies include web beacons, pixels and local storage that perform comparable functions by storing or accessing information on your device. These tools can record details such as browser type, device identifiers, IP address, pages visited and time spent on content. In the United Kingdom they are regulated by the Privacy and Electronic Communications Regulations together with the UK GDPR and Data Protection Act 2018.

Why famezinup uses cookies and similar technologies

famezinup operates an entertainment coverage resource focused on event interviews, spotlight framing, camera setup, lighting and responsible workflows for culture-focused media. Cookies help deliver core site functions, remember user settings, measure audience engagement with articles about media production and support advertising where appropriate. Without them many interactive features would not work and we would be unable to understand how visitors use our practical guides.

Strictly necessary cookies

These cookies are essential for the website to operate. They enable secure login to any member areas, maintain session continuity during your visit and support the contact form on our Contacts page. They are set automatically and do not require consent under PECR because they are strictly necessary. We retain these cookies only for the duration of your session or as required for security purposes.

Functional cookies

Functional cookies remember choices such as language preference or video player settings when you watch interviews or tutorials on camera setup. They improve usability but are not essential. We obtain consent before placing them and you can withdraw consent at any time through the site-wide cookie banner.

Analytics or performance cookies

These cookies collect information about how visitors interact with our coverage of lighting techniques and event interviews. They help us identify popular content and improve site performance. Data is aggregated and does not identify individuals. Consent is required and we rely on legitimate interests only where data is truly anonymised.

Advertising or targeting cookies

Advertising cookies track browsing behaviour to show relevant promotions for media equipment or training resources. They may be used by third-party networks. We obtain explicit consent for these cookies under PECR and provide clear options to reject them via the cookie banner.

Social-media cookies

If you interact with embedded social sharing buttons on spotlight framing articles, social-media cookies may be set by the relevant platforms. These cookies facilitate sharing but are controlled by the third parties. We obtain consent before they are activated and direct users to the platforms own policies for further details.

First-party versus third-party cookies

First-party cookies are set directly by famezinup and relate to core site functions or our own analytics. Third-party cookies are set by external providers such as analytics services or advertising networks. Both types are listed in the table below and the same consent rules apply to each category.

Session versus persistent cookies

Session cookies are deleted when you close your browser and are used for temporary functions such as keeping you logged in during one visit. Persistent cookies remain on your device for a defined period, typically between thirty days and two years, to remember preferences or enable retargeting. Exact durations appear in the provider table.

Data handled and purpose of each category

Strictly necessary cookies handle session identifiers and security tokens to prevent fraud. Functional cookies store layout preferences and accessibility settings. Analytics cookies process page views, time on site and device information to produce usage reports. Advertising cookies record interests inferred from visited pages about culture-focused media. Social-media cookies capture share actions and referrer data. All processing is limited to the purposes stated and data is not sold.

Consent or exemption basis for each category

Under UK PECR, strictly necessary cookies are exempt from consent. All other categories require prior consent which we obtain through our site-wide cookie banner. Consent records are stored for audit purposes in line with UK GDPR accountability requirements. You may change or withdraw consent at any time without affecting the lawfulness of processing based on consent before withdrawal.

Cookie or provider table

The following table summarises the cookies currently in use. Providers, categories and durations are shown where known.

Provider: famezinup – Category: Strictly necessary – Purpose: Session management and security – Duration: Session or 30 days
Provider: Google Analytics – Category: Analytics – Purpose: Audience measurement – Duration: 2 years
Provider: Meta Pixel – Category: Advertising – Purpose: Interest-based advertising – Duration: 90 days
Provider: YouTube – Category: Functional – Purpose: Video playback settings – Duration: 6 months

How the consent manager works

The site-wide cookie banner appears on first visit and allows you to accept all, reject non-essential or manage preferences by category. Changes take effect immediately and are stored in a persistent cookie for twelve months. You can reopen the banner from the footer to review or alter choices at any time.

Browser-level controls

Most browsers allow you to block or delete cookies through settings menus. Disabling strictly necessary cookies may prevent the contact form from functioning or cause login issues. Blocking analytics cookies reduces our ability to improve content about responsible workflows but does not stop core site access. Instructions for popular browsers are available on their support sites.

International transfers

Some third-party providers may transfer data outside the United Kingdom. Where this occurs we rely on UK adequacy regulations or standard contractual clauses approved by the Information Commissioner’s Office. Further information appears in our Privacy Policy.

Policy changes and contact

We review this Cookies Policy regularly and update it when new cookies are introduced or legal requirements change. The current version is dated 21 September 2026. Questions about cookies should be sent using the contact form on our Contacts page or by emailing [email protected]. Our postal address is 123 Oxford Street, London, UK.