Cookies Policy

Last updated: 18 September 2026

This Cookies Policy explains how editorzep uses cookies and similar technologies on our editorial workflow resource site. The site supports course content focused on article planning, script editing, newsroom coordination, and production-ready media. As a commercial website based in the United Kingdom, we comply with the UK GDPR, the Data Protection Act 2018, and the Privacy and Electronic Communications Regulations (PECR).

What cookies and similar technologies are

Cookies are small text files placed on your device when you visit a website. They can store or access information such as preferences, login status, or usage patterns. Similar technologies include web beacons, pixels, and local storage that perform comparable functions. These tools allow sites to recognise returning visitors, remember choices, and gather data needed to deliver and improve services.

Why the site uses them

We use cookies to operate the website securely, remember user settings across sessions, measure performance, and support essential commercial functions. Without them, core features such as form submission on the Contacts page and site navigation would not function correctly. Analytics cookies help us understand how visitors interact with editorial workflow resources so we can refine content delivery.

Categories of cookies we use

Strictly necessary cookies enable basic functions such as page loading and contact form security. Functional cookies remember preferences like language or display settings. Analytics or performance cookies track visits and interactions to produce aggregated reports. Advertising or targeting cookies are not used on this site. Social-media cookies are also not deployed because no social sharing widgets or third-party social integrations are present.

First-party versus third-party cookies

First-party cookies are set directly by editorzep and relate only to our domain. Third-party cookies may be placed by service providers we engage for analytics or hosting. All third-party providers we work with are contractually required to handle data in line with UK data protection standards.

Session versus persistent cookies and retention

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. Necessary cookies typically expire after the session ends. Analytics cookies may persist for up to 24 months to enable year-on-year comparison of site performance.

Data handled and purpose of each category

Necessary cookies process minimal identifiers required for security and form functionality. Functional cookies store preference flags such as cookie consent status. Analytics cookies collect IP address (truncated), browser type, pages viewed, and time spent, all used solely to improve the editorial workflow resource. No personal data beyond what is essential for these purposes is processed.

Consent or exemption basis under UK law

Strictly necessary cookies are exempt from consent under PECR because they are essential for the service you request. All other cookies require consent, which we obtain through the site-wide cookie banner before they are set. You can withdraw consent at any time without affecting the lawfulness of processing based on consent before withdrawal.

Cookie and provider table

The following table summarises the cookies currently in use. Provider names, categories, and durations are listed for transparency.

Name: cookie_consent; Provider: editorzep; Category: necessary; Duration: 12 months
Name: session_id; Provider: editorzep; Category: necessary; Duration: session
Name: _ga; Provider: Google Analytics; Category: analytics; Duration: 24 months
Name: _gid; Provider: Google Analytics; Category: analytics; Duration: 24 hours

How the consent manager works

The site-wide cookie banner appears on first visit and allows you to accept or reject non-essential cookies. You can reopen the banner via a link in the footer to change or withdraw choices at any time. Rejecting cookies will not prevent access to the main content but may limit certain functional features such as preference memory.

Browser-level controls and consequences

Most browsers allow you to block or delete cookies through settings. Disabling all cookies will prevent the contact form from submitting correctly and may cause the site to display repeated consent banners. We recommend reviewing your browser help pages for instructions specific to your device.

International transfers

Some analytics providers may process data outside the United Kingdom. Appropriate safeguards such as standard contractual clauses are in place. Full details appear in our Privacy Policy, which is available via the footer.

Policy changes and contact

We review this policy regularly and will update it when practices change. The current version is dated 18 September 2026. For questions about cookies or this policy, please use the contact form on our Contacts page or email [email protected]. Our registered address is 16 High Holborn, London, WC1V 6BX, United Kingdom.