Cookies Policy

This Cookies Policy was last updated on 28 September 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 remember actions and preferences over time. Similar technologies include pixels, web beacons and local storage. These tools can store or access information such as your IP address, browser type, pages visited and interactions with media content. On a site focused on course briefings and newsroom production guides they help maintain consistent workflows for story summaries, editorial planning, studio updates, camera setup and media processes.

Why the site uses cookies

briefnux uses cookies to deliver core functions, improve performance and support the commercial operation of the website. Without them many features would not work correctly. The site targets users in the United Kingdom and complies with the UK GDPR, the Data Protection Act 2018 and the Privacy and Electronic Communications Regulations.

Categories of cookies used

Strictly necessary cookies enable basic site operation including security and form submission on the contact page. Functional cookies remember preferences such as language or display settings for production guides. Analytics or performance cookies collect aggregated data on how visitors navigate story summaries and editorial planning sections. Advertising or targeting cookies are not used. Social-media cookies are not deployed because no social sharing tools are present.

First-party versus third-party cookies

First-party cookies are set directly by briefnux and relate to essential site functions. Third-party cookies may be set by service providers that support analytics or hosting. All third-party providers are required to follow UK data protection standards. No advertising networks receive data through cookies on this site.

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, typically between 30 days and 24 months depending on purpose. For example, an analytics persistent cookie may expire after 13 months to allow measurement of long-term usage trends in newsroom workflow content.

Data handled and purpose of each category

Strictly necessary cookies process minimal identifiers required for security and contact-form functionality. Functional cookies store user-selected display options to keep studio update pages consistent. Analytics cookies record page views, time spent on camera setup sections and navigation paths without identifying individuals. No personal data beyond what is strictly required is collected without consent.

Legal basis for each category

Strictly necessary cookies rely on the strict necessity exemption under PECR and do not require consent. Functional, analytics and any other non-essential cookies are placed only after you have given clear consent through the site-wide cookie banner. You may withdraw consent at any time. The legal basis under UK GDPR is consent or legitimate interests where applicable.

Cookie table

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

Name: _site_session – Provider: briefnux – Category: Strictly necessary – Duration: Session
Name: _pref_lang – Provider: briefnux – Category: Functional – Duration: 12 months
Name: _ga – Provider: Google Analytics – Category: Analytics – Duration: 13 months
Name: _gid – Provider: Google Analytics – Category: Analytics – Duration: 24 hours

How the consent manager works

The cookie banner appears on first visit and allows you to accept or reject non-essential categories. You can reopen the banner from the footer to change choices or withdraw consent. Changes take effect immediately and are stored in a consent cookie that lasts 12 months. Rejecting cookies may limit some analytics features but does not affect core access to course briefings or production guides.

Browser-level controls

Most browsers allow you to block or delete cookies through settings. Disabling all cookies will prevent the contact form from functioning correctly and may break essential security features. Instructions for common browsers are available on their official support sites. Disabling cookies does not delete information already held by briefnux under other lawful bases.

International transfers

Some analytics providers may process data outside the United Kingdom. Appropriate safeguards such as standard contractual clauses are in place. A full explanation of data transfers appears in the Privacy Policy. Please refer to that document for further details on how your information is protected.

Policy changes and contact

briefnux may update this policy to reflect changes in technology or law. The current version will always be posted on this page with a new date. If you have questions about cookies please use the contact form on the Contacts page or write to [email protected] or Screenworks, 22 Highbury Grove, London, N5 2EF, United Kingdom. Company Registration Number: 14224876 | Registered in England and Wales | Registered Office Address: Screenworks, 22 Highbury Grove, London, N5 2EF, United Kingdom