Cookies Policy
Last updated: 23 September 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 web beacons, pixels and local storage that can also collect data about your interaction with our site. These tools allow websites to recognise returning visitors and remember choices made during previous visits. Under United Kingdom law they fall within the scope of the Privacy and Electronic Communications Regulations together with the UK GDPR and the Data Protection Act 2018.
Why This Site Uses Cookies and Similar Technologies
breakingly operates a commercial professional resource focused on studio production in motion, including equipment setup, camera operation, lighting, sound and live broadcast workflows. Cookies help deliver core site functions, remember user preferences, measure performance and support the commercial operation of the service. Without them many features would not function correctly and the site could not provide the smooth experience expected by professionals in television news and live shows.
Categories of Cookies We Use
We classify cookies into five main categories. Strictly necessary cookies enable basic navigation and security. Functional cookies remember choices such as language or display settings. Analytics or performance cookies collect aggregated information about how visitors use the site. Advertising or targeting cookies may be used to deliver relevant commercial messages. Social-media cookies allow interaction with external platforms when sharing content. Each category is explained in later sections.
First-Party Versus Third-Party Cookies
First-party cookies are set directly by breakingly and relate to the core functions of our domain. Third-party cookies are set by external providers such as analytics services or content delivery networks. Both types may be present on this site. Third-party cookies are subject to the privacy policies of their respective providers and are listed in the table below where known.
Session Versus Persistent Cookies and Retention Periods
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 or until you delete them manually. Typical retention periods range from a few hours for session identifiers to thirteen months for analytics identifiers. Exact durations for each cookie appear in the provider table.
Data Handled and Purpose of Each Category
Strictly necessary cookies process technical data such as session identifiers and security tokens to keep the site secure and operational. Functional cookies store preference data such as video player settings. Analytics cookies record page views, session duration and device type in aggregated form. Advertising cookies may capture interest signals to limit the frequency of commercial messages. No category collects names, email addresses or other directly identifying information unless you voluntarily submit such details through the contact form.
Legal Basis and Consent Requirements Under UK Law
Strictly necessary cookies are exempt from consent under PECR because they are essential for the service you requested. All other categories rely on your consent obtained through the site-wide cookie banner. Consent is recorded and can be withdrawn at any time. The legal bases under the UK GDPR for processing the resulting data are legitimate interests for strictly necessary cookies and consent for the remaining categories. You may refuse non-essential cookies without affecting access to the main content.
Cookie Provider Table
The following table summarises the cookies currently in use. Providers, categories and durations are listed for transparency.
- Name: _ga; Provider: Google Analytics; Category: Analytics; Duration: 13 months
- Name: _gid; Provider: Google Analytics; Category: Analytics; Duration: 24 hours
- Name: cookie_consent; Provider: breakingly; Category: Strictly necessary; Duration: 12 months
- Name: session_id; Provider: breakingly; Category: Strictly necessary; Duration: Session
- Name: pref_language; Provider: breakingly; Category: Functional; Duration: 6 months
How the Consent Manager Works and How to Change Choices
The cookie banner appears on first visit and allows you to accept all, reject non-essential or manage preferences. Your selection is stored in a first-party cookie. To review or alter choices later, revisit the banner via the footer link or clear the consent cookie through browser settings. Withdrawing consent stops further collection by non-essential cookies although previously collected data may remain in aggregated reports.
Browser-Level Controls and Consequences of Disabling Cookies
Most browsers allow you to block or delete cookies through settings menus. Blocking strictly necessary cookies will prevent core functions such as form submission and security features from operating. Disabling analytics cookies reduces our ability to improve site performance but does not stop the site from loading. Instructions for popular browsers are available on their official support pages.
International Transfers
Some third-party providers may process data outside the United Kingdom. Where this occurs appropriate safeguards such as standard contractual clauses are in place. A full explanation of data transfers appears in our separate Privacy Policy.
Policy Changes, Contact Route and Further Information
We review this policy regularly and update it when processing activities change. The current version is always available on this page. If you have questions about cookies or wish to exercise your rights under data protection law please use the contact form on our Contacts page or email [email protected]. Our postal address is Beaconsfield Studios, Station Road, Beaconsfield, Buckinghamshire, HP9 1LG, United Kingdom and our telephone number is 01494 671234.