Cookies Policy
This Cookies Policy was last updated on 03 November 2026.
What Cookies and Similar Technologies Are
Cookies are small text files placed on your device when you visit a website. They store information such as preferences, login details and browsing behaviour. Similar technologies include pixels, web beacons and local storage objects that can access or store data on your device. These tools allow websites to recognise returning visitors, remember choices and gather statistics on how the site is used.
Why the Site Uses Cookies
newspadix operates a commercial website providing courses on audiovisual production excellence. Cookies help deliver core functions, remember user selections during course enquiries, measure performance and comply with legal obligations under UK data protection rules. Without them certain pages would not function correctly and the site could not offer a consistent experience across visits.
Categories of Cookies in Use
The site deploys strictly necessary cookies that enable basic navigation and security. Functional cookies remember language settings and form progress. Analytics cookies track visitor numbers and popular pages to improve course content. Advertising cookies may be used by approved partners to show relevant promotions. Social media cookies allow sharing of course pages on external platforms when those features are present.
First-Party Versus Third-Party Cookies
First-party cookies are set directly by newspadix and remain under its control. They handle session management and essential site features. Third-party cookies originate from external providers such as analytics services or content delivery networks. These may be used to measure campaign effectiveness or load external resources while still operating under contractual safeguards required by UK GDPR and PECR.
Session Versus Persistent Cookies
Session cookies exist only while the browser is open and are deleted when the session ends. Persistent cookies remain on the device for a defined period, often between thirty days and two years, depending on their purpose. Retention periods are chosen to balance user convenience with data minimisation principles required by the Data Protection Act 2018.
Data Handled and Purpose of Each Category
Strictly necessary cookies process device identifiers and security tokens to prevent fraud. Functional cookies store preferences such as video player settings. Analytics cookies collect aggregated usage statistics including page views and referral sources. Advertising cookies may record interaction with promotional banners to limit repetition. Each category processes only the minimum data needed for its stated purpose.
Legal Basis for Each Category Under UK Law
Strictly necessary cookies rely on the strict necessity exemption under PECR. All other categories require consent obtained through the site-wide cookie banner. Consent is recorded and can be withdrawn at any time. Where legitimate interests apply, such as fraud prevention, appropriate balancing tests have been conducted in line with UK GDPR requirements.
Cookie and Provider Table
The following table summarises the main cookies deployed. Necessary: session identifier by newspadix, duration session. Functional: preference storage by newspadix, duration one year. Analytics: usage measurement by approved provider, duration two years. Advertising: interest tracking by approved provider, duration ninety days. Full current details are maintained within the consent management interface.
How the Consent Manager Works
Visitors can accept or reject non-essential categories via the cookie banner displayed on first visit. Choices are stored for twelve months. Users may reopen the banner through a link in the footer to review or alter selections. Withdrawal of consent does not affect processing already carried out on a lawful basis.
Browser-Level Controls and Consequences
Most browsers allow users to block or delete cookies through settings menus. Disabling necessary cookies will prevent core site functions such as form submission and course enrolment flows. Analytics and advertising features may continue in reduced form but overall site performance and personalisation will be limited.
International Transfers and Privacy Policy Reference
Some third-party providers may transfer data outside the United Kingdom. Appropriate safeguards such as standard contractual clauses are in place. For further information on data handling practices please refer to the separate Privacy Policy available on this site.
Policy Changes and Contact Route
newspadix may update this policy to reflect changes in technology or regulation. Material revisions will be highlighted on this page. Questions regarding cookies should be directed using the contact form on the Contacts page or by writing to 1 Fairview Cottages, Beehive Road, Binfield, RG12 8TS, United Kingdom or calling 01344 649400. Email enquiries may also be sent to [email protected].