Cookie Policy
1. Introduction
This Cookie Policy explains what cookies are, how Briefly Studio (“Briefly Studio”, “we”, “us”, or “the Platform”) uses them across all Briefly Studio Platforms, and how Users can manage their cookie preferences. By accessing or using the Platform, you acknowledge that you have been informed about the use of cookies in accordance with this Policy.
2. What Are Cookies?
Cookies are small text files placed on your device or browser by websites you visit. Cookies help websites function more efficiently, improve User experience, remember preferences, and provide analytical insights.
3. Types of Cookies We Use
Briefly Studio uses various types of cookies to enhance the Platform’s performance and improve User experience:
Strictly Necessary Cookies: Required for the core functioning of the Platform. They enable essential features such as login, navigation, and security. These cookies cannot be disabled and do not require User consent.
Performance and Analytics Cookies: Used to collect statistical information about how Users interact with the Platform to analyse traffic, measure content performance, detect errors, and improve functionality. Data collected through these cookies is aggregated and anonymous.
Functionality Cookies: Allow the Platform to remember User preferences (such as language, theme, region) and provide a more personalised experience.
Third-Party Cookies: Placed by external service providers for analytics, embedded content (e.g., videos, maps), or community and social features. These cookies are subject to the policies of the respective third parties.
Note: If advertising or targeting cookies are introduced in the future, Users will be informed separately and consent will be required.
4. Why We Use Cookies
Cookies may be used for the following purposes:
To ensure the secure and efficient operation of the Platform,
To improve User experience and remember preferences,
To analyse Platform usage and performance,
To identify and fix technical issues, provide security, and maintain service quality,
To support community and engagement features,
To assist in improving content and services.
5. Managing and Controlling Cookies
Users may modify their cookie preferences at any time. Cookie settings can be managed through:
The cookie settings panel on the Platform (where available),
Browser settings (Users may block, delete, or disable cookies).
Examples of cookie management via popular browsers:
Chrome: Settings > Privacy and Security > Cookies
Safari: Preferences > Privacy
Firefox: Options > Privacy & Security
Disabling certain cookies may affect the functionality and performance of the Platform.
6. Consent for Cookies
Performance, analytics, functional, and third-party cookies may require User consent. Upon first visit to the Platform, Users will be shown a cookie consent banner, allowing them to accept, reject, or manage cookie preferences. Consent can be withdrawn at any time.
7. Third-Party Cookies
The Platform may use cookies placed by third parties. These providers may have their own privacy and cookie policies. Briefly Studio is not responsible for third-party cookie practices.
8. Data Protection and Security
Any data collected through cookies is protected in line with applicable data protection laws, including the GDPR. We implement appropriate technical and organisational security measures to protect data from unauthorised access or misuse.
9. Changes to This Cookie Policy
This Cookie Policy may be updated from time to time. Updates become effective when published on the Platform. Continued use of the Platform after changes have been made indicates acceptance of the updated Policy.
10. Effective Date
This Cookie Policy is effective as of the date of publication on the Platform.
