Cookies Policy
Last updated: 02 November 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 recognise your browser, remember preferences and improve how content is delivered. Similar technologies include web beacons, pixels and local storage that can store or access information on your device. These tools do not contain personal data in themselves but may be linked to identifiers that help distinguish users.
Why this site uses cookies
cleverscribe operates a commercial website offering resources on audiovisual production. Cookies support essential functions such as page loading and form submission, remember user choices about content preferences, measure how visitors interact with pages and enable limited performance analysis. Without these technologies some features would not function correctly and the site could not provide the level of service expected by users in the United Kingdom.
Categories of cookies used
The site classifies cookies into five main categories. Strictly necessary cookies enable core navigation and security. Functional cookies remember settings such as language or display preferences. Analytics or performance cookies collect aggregated information about page views and navigation paths. Advertising or targeting cookies are not currently deployed. Social-media cookies are not used because no embedded social sharing tools or third-party widgets are present.
First-party versus third-party cookies
First-party cookies are set directly by cleverscribe and remain under our control. They handle essential site functions and basic analytics. Third-party cookies may be placed by external providers that supply analytics or content delivery services. Any such third parties are contractually required to comply with UK data protection standards and may only process data for the purposes we specify.
Session versus persistent cookies
Session cookies exist only while your browser is open and are deleted automatically when you close it. Persistent cookies remain on your device for a defined period or until you delete them. Session cookies are used for login continuity during a single visit. Persistent cookies may last up to twenty-four months for analytics purposes, after which they expire and are removed.
Data handled and purpose of each category
Strictly necessary cookies store session identifiers and security tokens; their purpose is to keep the site operational. Functional cookies retain choices such as cookie banner acceptance and last-updated display settings. Analytics cookies record IP address, browser type, pages visited and time spent; the purpose is to understand usage patterns and improve content relevance. No advertising cookies are active, so no data is collected for targeted marketing. Social-media cookies are absent, therefore no data is shared with social platforms.
Consent or exemption basis under UK law
Under the Privacy and Electronic Communications Regulations (PECR) and the UK GDPR, strictly necessary cookies may be placed without consent because they are essential for the service requested. All other categories require prior consent. The site obtains consent through a visible banner that allows users to accept or reject non-essential cookies before any such cookies are set. Consent records are stored for audit purposes and users may withdraw consent at any time.
Cookie table
The following table summarises the cookies currently in use. Name: _site_session; Provider: cleverscribe; Category: Strictly necessary; Duration: Session. Name: _consent_pref; Provider: cleverscribe; Category: Functional; Duration: 12 months. Name: _ga; Provider: Google Analytics; Category: Analytics; Duration: 24 months. Name: _gid; Provider: Google Analytics; Category: Analytics; Duration: 24 hours. No other cookies are deployed.
How the consent manager works
When you first visit the site a banner appears offering options to accept all, reject non-essential or manage preferences. Selecting manage preferences opens a panel where each category can be toggled independently. Choices are saved and applied immediately. You may reopen the panel via a link in the footer to review or alter selections. Withdrawing consent stops further collection by the affected cookies and existing data is handled according to our retention schedule.
Browser-level controls
Most browsers allow you to block or delete cookies through settings. Disabling all cookies may prevent the site from functioning correctly, for example blocking access to contact forms or personalised content. Blocking only third-party cookies will still permit first-party essential cookies but may limit analytics accuracy. Instructions for common browsers are available on their respective support pages.
International transfers
Some analytics providers may process data outside the United Kingdom. Appropriate safeguards such as standard contractual clauses approved by the Information Commissioner’s Office are in place. Further details appear in the Privacy Policy, which can be accessed from the site footer.
Policy changes and contact
We review this policy regularly and update it when processing activities or legal requirements change. The current version is dated 02 November 2026. If you have questions about cookies or wish to exercise your rights, please use the contact form on the Contacts page or email [email protected]. Postal enquiries may be sent to 1 Fairview Cottages, Beehive Road, Binfield, RG12 8TS, United Kingdom or by telephone on 01344 649400.