Cookie Policy
Last Updated: January 2024
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 to make websites work more efficiently, provide information to website owners, and enhance user experience.
How We Use Cookies
Sprout-forge Television History Services uses cookies and similar technologies on our website sprout-forge.com for various purposes, including:
- Ensuring the website functions correctly
- Remembering your preferences and settings
- Analysing how visitors use our website
- Improving website performance and user experience
Types of Cookies We Use
Essential Cookies
These cookies are necessary for the website to function properly. They enable core functionality such as page navigation and access to secure areas. The website cannot function properly without these cookies.
- Cookie Consent: Stores your cookie preferences (expires after 1 year)
- Session Cookies: Maintain your session while browsing (expires when browser closes)
Functional Cookies
These cookies enable enhanced functionality and personalisation, such as remembering choices you make on our website.
- Form Data: Temporarily stores form submission data during your session
- User Preferences: Remembers display preferences if applicable
Analytics Cookies
These cookies help us understand how visitors interact with our website by collecting and reporting information anonymously.
- Page Views: Tracks which pages are visited
- Traffic Sources: Identifies how visitors arrived at our site
- User Behaviour: Measures time spent and actions taken on pages
Third-Party Cookies
Some cookies on our website are placed by third-party services. These may include:
- Analytics providers that help us understand website usage
- Embedded content from external platforms (if applicable)
We do not control third-party cookies and recommend reviewing their respective privacy policies for more information.
Managing Cookies
You have several options for managing cookies:
Cookie Banner
When you first visit our website, a cookie banner allows you to accept or decline non-essential cookies. Your choice is stored and respected throughout your browsing session and future visits.
Browser Settings
Most web browsers allow you to control cookies through their settings. You can typically:
- View cookies stored on your device
- Delete individual or all cookies
- Block cookies from specific or all websites
- Set preferences for certain types of cookies
Please note that blocking or deleting cookies may impact website functionality and your user experience.
Browser-Specific Instructions
For information on managing cookies in your specific browser, please consult your browser's help documentation:
- Google Chrome: Settings > Privacy and security > Cookies
- Mozilla Firefox: Settings > Privacy & Security > Cookies
- Safari: Preferences > Privacy > Manage Website Data
- Microsoft Edge: Settings > Cookies and site permissions
Cookie Retention
Cookie retention periods vary depending on their purpose:
- Session Cookies: Deleted when you close your browser
- Persistent Cookies: Remain for a specified period (typically 1-12 months) or until manually deleted
Updates to This Policy
We may update this Cookie Policy periodically to reflect changes in our practices or applicable laws. The date at the top of this page indicates when the policy was last revised.
Contact Us
If you have questions about our use of cookies, please contact us:
Sprout-forge Television History Services
47 Broadcasting House Lane
Manchester, M1 5BH
United Kingdom
Email: [email protected]
Further Information
For more information about cookies and how to manage them, you may visit:
- Information Commissioner's Office (ICO) guidance on cookies
- Your browser's official documentation and support pages