Cookies Policy
This Cookies Policy explains how showpulseux uses cookies and similar technologies on its website. It was last updated on 22 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 or browsing behaviour. Similar technologies include web beacons, pixels and local storage that can track activity across sessions. These tools allow websites to recognise returning visitors, remember settings and measure performance without storing large amounts of personal data.
Why the site uses them
showpulseux operates a commercial tech blog focused on digital media. Cookies help deliver relevant articles, maintain site functionality and understand audience interests. Without them many features would stop working correctly and the site could not provide personalised content or basic security measures.
Categories of cookies used
The site classifies cookies into five main groups. Strictly necessary cookies enable core functions such as page navigation and security. Functional cookies remember user choices like language or font size. Analytics or performance cookies collect aggregated statistics on how visitors interact with content. Advertising or targeting cookies support relevant promotions where applicable. Social-media cookies facilitate sharing of blog posts on external platforms.
First-party versus third-party cookies
First-party cookies are set directly by showpulseux and remain under its control. Third-party cookies originate from external providers such as analytics services or content delivery networks. Both types appear on this site, yet first-party cookies handle the majority of essential tasks while third-party ones support measurement and optional features.
Session versus persistent cookies
Session cookies exist only while the browser remains open and are deleted automatically when the session ends. Persistent cookies stay on the device for a defined period, ranging from a few days to two years depending on purpose. Retention periods are kept to the minimum necessary for each function, after which the cookie expires or is removed.
Data handled and purpose of each category
Strictly necessary cookies process device identifiers and session tokens to keep the site secure and operational. Functional cookies store preference settings to improve usability. Analytics cookies record page views, referral sources and device type to refine editorial decisions. Advertising cookies may capture interest signals for targeted notices. Social-media cookies transmit basic identifiers when users choose to share articles.
Consent or exemption basis under UK law
Under the Privacy and Electronic Communications Regulations and UK GDPR, strictly necessary cookies operate without consent because they are essential. All other categories require prior consent, which is obtained through the site-wide cookie banner. Consent can be withdrawn at any time without affecting the lawfulness of processing already carried out.
Cookie table
The following table summarises the main cookies deployed. Necessary cookies include session identifiers from showpulseux with a duration of the browser session. Functional cookies store theme preferences set by the same operator for up to one year. Analytics cookies from a measurement provider last thirteen months and record aggregated visit statistics. Advertising identifiers from selected partners persist for ninety days when consent is given. Social sharing tokens from platform providers remain active for the duration of the active session.
How the consent manager works
The cookie banner appears on first visit and allows granular acceptance or rejection of each non-essential category. Users may reopen the banner via a link in the footer to review or alter choices. Withdrawal of consent takes immediate effect and removes the relevant cookies where technically feasible.
Browser-level controls
Most browsers permit users to block or delete cookies through settings menus. Disabling necessary cookies will prevent core site features from functioning. Blocking analytics cookies reduces the data available for improving content but does not stop access to articles.
International transfers
Some third-party providers may process data outside the United Kingdom. Appropriate safeguards such as standard contractual clauses are in place. Further details appear in the Privacy Policy accessible via the Contacts page.
Policy changes and contact
showpulseux may update this policy to reflect legal or operational developments. The current version always appears on this page. Questions regarding cookies should be submitted through the contact form on the Contacts page or by writing to Quay House, The Ambury, Bath, BA1 1UA or calling +44 (0)1225 442244. Email enquiries can also be sent to [email protected].