Cookies Policy
This Cookies Policy explains how Spotlight Studios uses cookies and similar technologies to recognize you when you visit our website. It explains what these technologies are and why we use them, as well as your rights to control our use of them.
What are Cookies?
Cookies are small text files that are placed on your computer or mobile device when you visit a website. They are widely used in order to make websites work, or work more efficiently, as well as to provide information to the owners of the website.
First-Party vs. Third-Party Cookies
- First-party cookies are cookies set by the website you are visiting (i.e., cookies set by the Spotlight Studios domain).
- Third-party cookies are cookies set by a domain other than that of the website you are visiting.
Why We Use Cookies
We use cookies for several reasons, including:
- Essential Cookies: These cookies are essential for the operation of our website. They enable you to navigate the site and use its features, such as accessing secure areas.
- Performance Cookies: These cookies collect information about how visitors use our website, for instance, which pages visitors go to most often, and if they get error messages from web pages. These cookies are used to improve how our website works.
- Functionality Cookies: These cookies allow our website to remember choices you make (such as your language or the region you are in) and provide enhanced, more personal features.
- Advertising Cookies: These cookies are used to deliver advertisements more relevant to you and your interests. They are also used to limit the number of times you see an advertisement as well as help measure the effectiveness of the advertising campaigns.
Types of Cookies We Use
| Cookie Name | Purpose | Provider | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| _ga | Used to distinguish users. | Google Analytics | 2 years |
| _gid | Used to distinguish users. | Google Analytics | 24 hours |
| _gat | Used to throttle request rate. | Google Analytics | 1 minute |
| PHPSESSID | Preserves user session state across page requests. | Spotlight Studios | Session |
| cookieconsent_status | Remembers if the user has accepted the cookie policy. | Spotlight Studios | 1 year |
How to Control Cookies
You have the right to decide whether to accept or reject cookies. You can exercise your cookie preferences by using the cookie consent tool provided on our website or by setting or amending your web browser controls to accept or refuse cookies. If you choose to reject cookies, you may still use our website though your access to some functionality and areas of our website may be restricted. As the means by which you can refuse cookies through your web browser controls vary from browser-to-browser, you should visit your browser's help menu for more information.
Managing Cookies in Your Browser
Most web browsers allow you to control cookies through their settings preferences. However, if you limit the ability of websites to set cookies, you may worsen your overall user experience, since it will no longer be personalized to you. It may also stop you from saving customized settings like login information.
To find out more about cookies, including how to see what cookies have been set and how to manage and delete them, visit www.allaboutcookies.org.
Updates to this Cookie Policy
We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time in order to reflect, for example, changes to the cookies we use or for other operational, legal, or regulatory reasons. Please therefore re-visit this Cookie Policy regularly to stay informed about our use of cookies and related technologies.
Contact Us
If you have any questions about our use of cookies or other technologies, please contact us at privacy@spotlightstudios.com or through our Contact page.
Data Protection Officer
Spotlight Studios has appointed a Data Protection Officer (DPO) to oversee our handling of personal data and ensure compliance with data protection laws. You can contact our DPO, Amelia Johnson, at dpo@spotlightstudios.com.
Accessibility Considerations
We are committed to making our website accessible to everyone, including people with disabilities. Our cookie consent tool is designed to be accessible and compliant with accessibility standards like WCAG (Web Content Accessibility Guidelines). We strive to provide clear and understandable information about cookies and their management options. If you encounter any difficulties or have suggestions for improving accessibility, please contact us.
Third-Party Services
Please note that third-party services such as Google Analytics may also use cookies. We do not control these cookies and encourage you to review the privacy policies of these services for more information.
Retention Period
The retention period for cookies varies depending on the type of cookie and its purpose. Some cookies are session cookies, which expire when you close your browser. Other cookies are persistent cookies, which remain on your device for a longer period. You can find specific duration information in the cookie table above.
Legal Basis
Our legal basis for processing personal data through cookies is typically based on your consent. When you visit our website, we will request your consent to use cookies. You have the right to withdraw your consent at any time by adjusting your cookie preferences or browser settings.
Transfer of Data
In some cases, data collected through cookies may be transferred to countries outside of your own. We take steps to ensure that any such transfers comply with applicable data protection laws.
Your Rights
You have various rights related to your personal data, including the right to access, rectify, and erase your data. You also have the right to object to or restrict the processing of your data. To exercise these rights, please contact us.
Compliance
Spotlight Studios is committed to complying with all applicable data protection laws and regulations, including the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) and the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA). We strive to protect your privacy and ensure that your data is handled securely and responsibly.