Cookies Policy

Last updated: 02 November 2026

This Cookies Policy explains how vibrantix uses cookies and similar technologies on our website. As a United Kingdom based provider of audiovisual production courses, we are committed to complying with the UK GDPR, the Data Protection Act 2018 and the Privacy and Electronic Communications Regulations (PECR). This policy describes the types of cookies we deploy, the purposes they serve and the choices available to visitors.

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 recognise your browser, remember preferences and gather information about how the site is used. Similar technologies include web beacons, pixels and local storage objects. These files can store data such as unique identifiers, session details, language preferences and browsing patterns. They do not contain personal information in isolation but can be combined with other data to identify users.

Why the Site Uses Cookies

We use cookies to ensure the website functions correctly, to improve performance, to understand visitor behaviour and to deliver relevant content. Without certain cookies some features such as course enrolment forms and navigation would not operate. Analytics cookies help us refine our educational resources on broadcast studio design, camera control systems, professional lighting, sound engineering and live event workflows.

Categories of Cookies We Use

Strictly Necessary Cookies

These cookies are essential for basic site operation. They enable secure logins, form submissions and shopping cart functions for course purchases. They cannot be disabled without affecting core functionality.

Functional Cookies

Functional cookies remember your preferences such as language selection or region. They enhance usability but are not required for the site to work.

Analytics or Performance Cookies

These cookies collect anonymised information about page visits, time spent on resources and navigation paths. They help us measure the effectiveness of our audiovisual training materials.

Advertising or Targeting Cookies

Where used, these cookies track browsing habits to deliver personalised course recommendations. They may be set by third parties and require consent under PECR.

Social Media Cookies

These cookies facilitate sharing of content on social platforms. They are only active if you interact with social features and require explicit consent.

First-Party Versus Third-Party Cookies

First-party cookies are set directly by vibrantix and remain under our control. Third-party cookies are placed by external providers such as analytics services or content delivery networks. We carefully vet all third parties to ensure they meet UK data protection standards.

Session Versus Persistent Cookies

Session cookies are temporary and deleted when you close your browser. Persistent cookies remain on your device for a defined period, ranging from a few days to two years depending on their purpose. For example, analytics cookies may persist for 13 months while preference cookies may last up to 24 months. Retention periods are reviewed regularly to ensure they remain necessary.

Data Handled and Purpose of Each Category

Strictly necessary cookies handle authentication tokens and cart identifiers to process course bookings. Functional cookies store display settings to personalise your learning experience. Analytics cookies process aggregated usage statistics to improve content on television network workflows. Advertising cookies may record click behaviour for targeted promotions. All data processing is documented in our records of processing activities as required by UK GDPR.

Legal Basis for Each Category

Strictly necessary cookies rely on the strict necessity exemption under PECR. All other categories require consent. Consent is obtained through our site-wide cookie banner and can be withdrawn at any time without affecting the lawfulness of processing based on consent before withdrawal. Where legitimate interests apply, such as fraud prevention, we balance these against your rights.

Cookie Table

The following table summarises the cookies currently in use. This information is updated as providers change.

Name: _ga; Provider: Google Analytics; Category: Analytics; Duration: 13 months
Name: _gid; Provider: Google Analytics; Category: Analytics; Duration: 24 hours
Name: cookie_consent; Provider: vibrantix; Category: Necessary; Duration: 12 months
Name: language_pref; Provider: vibrantix; Category: Functional; Duration: 6 months

How the Consent Manager Works

Our consent manager appears as a banner on first visit. You can accept all cookies, reject non-essential cookies or customise choices by category. Selections are stored for 12 months. To change preferences later, revisit the banner via the footer link or clear your browser data. Withdrawal of consent is immediate and does not require contact with us.

Browser-Level Controls and Consequences

Most browsers allow you to block or delete cookies through settings. Disabling necessary cookies will prevent course enrolment and account access. Blocking analytics cookies limits our ability to improve resources but does not stop core functions. Instructions for popular browsers are available on their support sites. Note that some features may degrade if cookies are restricted.

International Transfers

Some third-party providers may transfer data outside the United Kingdom. We ensure appropriate safeguards such as UK-approved standard contractual clauses are in place. Further details appear in our Privacy Policy, which is accessible from the footer.

Policy Changes and Contact

We review this policy periodically. Material changes will be notified via the website banner. If you have questions about cookies please use the contact form on our Contacts page or email [email protected]. Our postal address is 1 Fairview Cottages, Beehive Road, Binfield, RG12 8TS, United Kingdom and telephone number is +44 (0)1344 649400. This policy was last updated on 02 November 2026.