Cookies Policy

Last updated: 19 September 2026.

This Cookies Policy explains how redstepza uses cookies and similar technologies on our website. As a United Kingdom based provider of professional media feed services including video operations, live signal management, content distribution, camera work and high quality broadcast feeds we comply with the UK GDPR, the Data Protection Act 2018 and the Privacy and Electronic Communications Regulations.

What cookies and similar technologies are

Cookies are small text files placed on your device when you visit a website. They can store information such as your preferences, login status or browsing behaviour. Similar technologies include web beacons, pixels and local storage that also allow sites to recognise devices and collect data. These tools help deliver reliable services for news and television broadcasting workflows but they also record details about how visitors interact with our platform.

Why the site uses them

We deploy cookies to keep the website secure, remember user choices, measure performance and support essential media related functions. Without them many features required by professional users who rely on live signal management and content distribution would not function correctly. Cookies also help us understand traffic patterns so we can maintain high quality feeds for broadcast clients.

Categories of cookies we use

Strictly necessary cookies enable core functions such as page navigation and access to secure areas. Functional cookies remember preferences like language or display settings. Analytics or performance cookies collect aggregated data on how pages are used. Advertising or targeting cookies may be used by third parties to measure campaign effectiveness. Social media cookies allow sharing of content though our site does not host active social plugins.

First party versus third party cookies

First party cookies are set directly by redstepza and relate to our own domain. Third party cookies come from external providers such as analytics services or content delivery networks that support live video operations. Both types may be present but first party cookies are limited to essential site operation while third party ones are governed by the providers own policies.

Session versus persistent cookies

Session cookies exist only while your browser is open and are deleted when you close it. Persistent cookies remain on your device for a set period or until manually removed. Necessary session cookies typically expire at the end of your visit. Persistent analytics cookies may last up to twenty four months to provide long term usage statistics that inform improvements to our broadcast feed services.

Data handled and purpose of each category

Strictly necessary cookies handle data such as session identifiers to keep you logged in during live signal management tasks. Functional cookies store settings like video player preferences. Analytics cookies process anonymised IP addresses and page views to measure performance. All data is used solely to ensure reliable high quality feeds for news programmes and television broadcasting. No category collects sensitive personal information without separate consent.

Consent or exemption basis for each category

Strictly necessary cookies operate under the strict necessity exemption and do not require consent under PECR. All other categories rely on your consent obtained through our site wide cookie banner. You may withdraw consent at any time without affecting the lawfulness of processing based on consent before withdrawal. We maintain records of consent choices in line with UK GDPR accountability requirements.

Cookie providers and durations

Our own session cookie named course_session lasts for the duration of your visit and supports core navigation. The analytics provider uses a cookie named _ga that expires after twenty four months to track aggregated performance data. Functional cookies such as course_pref persist for twelve months to remember display preferences. All providers are listed in our consent manager interface where you can review exact names and expiry details before making choices.

How the consent manager works

When you first visit the site a banner appears allowing you to accept all, reject non essential or manage preferences. The manager records your selections and applies them immediately. You can reopen the manager at any time via the footer link to change or withdraw choices. Withdrawal takes effect straight away and does not require further action on your part.

Browser level controls and consequences

Most browsers allow you to block or delete cookies through settings menus. Disabling strictly necessary cookies may prevent access to secure areas and disrupt live signal management features. Blocking analytics cookies limits our ability to improve service quality but does not stop core functionality. We recommend reviewing your browser help section for instructions specific to your device.

International transfers

Some third party providers may transfer data outside the United Kingdom. In such cases appropriate safeguards such as standard contractual clauses are used. For full details on these transfers please refer to the separate Privacy Policy available on this website.

Policy changes and contact

We may update this policy to reflect changes in law or our practices. The current version will always be posted here with the last updated date. If you have questions about cookies or wish to exercise your rights contact us using the details on the Contacts page or email [email protected]. Our postal address is Holmbush Road, London, SW15 3LE and telephone number is +44 7575 701535.