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 allow the site to remember actions and preferences over time. Similar technologies include web beacons, pixels and local storage that can store or access information on your device. These tools can record details such as browser type, operating system, IP address, pages visited and interactions with content. On a site focused on professional video feeds, live signal management and broadcast distribution, such technologies help maintain reliable delivery of high-quality media streams to news and television clients.

Why the site uses them

starlinefy uses cookies and similar technologies to operate the platform that serves as the central hub for media feeds. They enable secure access to live signals, content distribution tools and camera management interfaces. Without them certain core functions such as maintaining active sessions during broadcasts or remembering user preferences for signal routing would not work. The technologies also support performance monitoring so that video quality remains consistent for professional users in the United Kingdom.

Categories of cookies and similar technologies

Strictly necessary cookies

These are essential for basic site operation including security, load balancing and session management for live video feeds. They do not require consent under PECR because they are strictly necessary.

Functional cookies

These remember choices such as preferred video resolution or signal routing settings so users do not have to reconfigure preferences on each visit.

Analytics or performance cookies

These collect information about how visitors use the platform, for example which distribution tools are accessed most frequently, allowing improvements to feed reliability and broadcast quality.

Advertising or targeting cookies

These may be used to measure interest in professional media services and deliver relevant information about content distribution solutions, always subject to consent.

Social-media cookies

These enable sharing of broadcast-related content on external platforms when users choose to interact with such features.

First-party versus third-party cookies

First-party cookies are set directly by starlinefy and relate to core functions such as maintaining live signal sessions. Third-party cookies are set by service providers that assist with analytics, video delivery or performance monitoring. All third-party providers are contractually required to comply with UK GDPR and PECR when processing data on behalf of the site.

Session versus persistent cookies and retention periods

Session cookies exist only while the browser is open and are deleted when the session ends; they are used for active live feed management. Persistent cookies remain for a defined period, typically between thirty days and twenty-four months depending on purpose, after which they are automatically removed. Retention is limited to what is necessary for the stated purpose and is reviewed regularly.

Data handled and purpose of each category

Strictly necessary cookies handle session identifiers and security tokens to keep broadcast connections stable. Functional cookies store preference data such as interface layout for camera control panels. Analytics cookies record aggregated usage statistics to identify bottlenecks in content distribution. Advertising cookies may capture interest signals to tailor service information. Each category processes only the minimum data required and never includes payment details or full contact records.

Legal basis for each category under UK law

Strictly necessary cookies rely on the strict necessity exemption in PECR. All other categories rely on consent obtained through the site-wide cookie banner. Consent is recorded and can be withdrawn at any time without affecting the lawfulness of processing before withdrawal. starlinefy maintains records of consent in line with UK GDPR accountability requirements.

Cookie and provider information

The following providers are currently used. Strictly necessary: session identifier set by starlinefy for live signal continuity, duration session only. Functional: preference storage set by starlinefy, duration six months. Analytics: performance measurement provided by a contracted analytics service, duration thirteen months. Advertising: interest tracking provided by a consented advertising partner, duration twelve months. Full current details are available by contacting [email protected].

How the consent manager works and how to change choices

The cookie banner appears on first visit and allows selection of categories. Users can reopen the banner at any time via the footer link to review or alter choices. Withdrawing consent immediately stops the relevant cookies from being set on future visits. Existing cookies from withdrawn categories are deleted within seven days.

Browser-level controls and consequences of disabling cookies

Most browsers allow blocking or deleting cookies through settings. Blocking strictly necessary cookies may prevent access to live signal management tools and cause broadcast sessions to fail. Blocking analytics cookies will not affect core functionality but will limit the site’s ability to improve service quality. Instructions for common browsers are available from their official support pages.

International transfers

Some service providers may process data outside the United Kingdom. Where this occurs appropriate safeguards such as UK-approved standard contractual clauses are in place. Further information on transfers is contained in the Privacy Policy which can be accessed from the site footer.

Policy changes and contact

This policy is reviewed at least annually or when significant changes to cookie usage occur. The most recent version will always be posted here. If you have questions about cookies or wish to exercise rights under UK GDPR please contact [email protected] or write to Piper House, 14 West Place, West Road, Harlow, Essex CM20 2GY, United Kingdom. Telephone enquiries can be made on +44 (0)1279 630555.