Cookies Policy

Last updated: 26 October 2026

This Cookies Policy explains how theatry uses cookies and similar technologies on our website. As a United Kingdom-based provider of professional resources for studio production in motion, we are committed to transparency under the 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 or access information such as your preferences, browsing patterns and device details. Similar technologies include web beacons, pixels and local storage that perform comparable functions. These tools allow websites to recognise returning visitors, remember choices and measure performance without storing large amounts of personal data directly.

Why the site uses them

We use cookies to deliver core website functions, improve user experience, understand how visitors interact with our content on studio equipment setup, camera operation, lighting and sound, and to maintain secure, efficient operations. Without these technologies many features would not work correctly.

Categories of cookies we use

Strictly necessary cookies

These enable basic functions such as page navigation, form submission and security. They do not require consent under PECR because they are essential for the service you requested.

Functional cookies

These remember your preferences, such as language or video player settings, to provide a smoother experience during visits to our professional resource pages.

Analytics or performance cookies

These collect aggregated information about how users navigate and use our site, helping us refine workflows for television news and live-show production content. They operate only with your consent.

Advertising or targeting cookies

These may be used to deliver relevant information about our courses. They are deployed only after you give consent and are managed through our consent banner.

Social-media cookies

These are placed by third-party platforms if you choose to share content. They require consent and are subject to the policies of those platforms.

First-party versus third-party cookies

First-party cookies are set directly by theatry and relate only to our domain. Third-party cookies are set by external providers such as analytics services or video hosts. We list the main third parties in the provider table below and ensure they meet UK data-protection standards.

Session versus persistent cookies

Session cookies are deleted when you close your browser. Persistent cookies remain for a defined period or until manually removed. Retention periods are stated in the table; most analytics cookies last up to 24 months while necessary cookies are removed at the end of the session.

Data handled and purpose of each category

Necessary cookies handle minimal data such as session identifiers to keep the site operational. Functional cookies store preference flags. Analytics cookies process anonymised usage statistics. Advertising cookies may capture interest signals. All processing is limited to the purposes described and never sold to unrelated parties.

Consent or exemption basis

Strictly necessary cookies rely on the strict necessity exemption under PECR. All other categories are activated only after you provide clear affirmative consent via our site-wide cookie banner. You may withdraw consent at any time without affecting the lawfulness of processing before withdrawal.

Cookie provider information

Essential session cookie – theatry – necessary – session only
Preference storage – theatry – functional – 12 months
Usage analytics – third-party analytics provider – analytics – 24 months
Video performance – third-party media host – analytics – 6 months

How the consent manager works

Our cookie banner appears on first visit and allows you to accept all, reject non-essential, or customise choices by category. You can reopen the banner from the footer at any time to change or withdraw consent. Changes take effect immediately.

Browser-level controls

Most browsers allow you to block or delete cookies. Disabling necessary cookies may prevent core functions such as logging into course areas or submitting contact forms. Instructions for popular browsers are available on their support sites; however, we recommend using our consent tools first.

International transfers

Some third-party providers may process data outside the UK. Where this occurs we rely on UK-approved safeguards such as standard contractual clauses. Full details appear in our Privacy Policy, which you can access via the site footer.

Policy changes and contact

We review this policy regularly. Updates will be posted here with a new date. If you have questions please use the contact form on our Contacts page or email info@nfts.co.uk. Our address is Beaconsfield Studios, Station Road, Beaconsfield, Buckinghamshire, HP9 1LG, United Kingdom and telephone number is 01494 671234.