Last Updated: 26th July 2025
This Cookie Policy explains how StreamEastApp.co.uk (“we”, “us”, or “our”) uses cookies and similar technologies when you visit our website located at streameastapp.co.uk (the “Website”). This policy should be read alongside our Privacy Policy and Terms and Conditions.
What Are Cookies?
Cookies are small text files that are placed on your device (computer, smartphone, or tablet) when you visit a website. They are widely used to make websites work more efficiently and to provide information to website owners about how users interact with their sites.
Cookies contain information that is transferred to your device’s hard drive. They help us recognise your device and store some information about your preferences or past actions on our Website.
Types of Cookies We Use
Essential Cookies
These cookies are necessary for the Website to function properly and cannot be disabled in our systems. They are usually only set in response to actions made by you which amount to a request for services, such as setting your privacy preferences, logging in, or filling in forms.
| Cookie Name | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| PHPSESSID | Maintains user session state | Session |
| wordpress_sec_* | WordPress security authentication | Session |
| wp-settings-* | WordPress user interface customisation | 1 year |
Analytics Cookies
These cookies help us understand how visitors interact with our Website by collecting and reporting information anonymously. This helps us improve our Website’s performance and user experience.
| Cookie Name | Provider | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| _ga | Google Analytics | Distinguishes unique users | 2 years |
| _ga_* | Google Analytics | Stores session state | 2 years |
| _gid | Google Analytics | Distinguishes unique users | 24 hours |
Functional Cookies
These cookies enable the Website to provide enhanced functionality and personalisation. They may be set by us or by third-party providers whose services we have added to our pages.
| Cookie Name | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| cookie_consent | Remembers your cookie preferences | 1 year |
| user_preferences | Stores your Website display preferences | 30 days |
Advertising Cookies
These cookies may be set through our Website by our advertising partners. They may be used by those companies to build a profile of your interests and show you relevant adverts on other sites.
| Cookie Name | Provider | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| _gcl_au | Google AdSense | Stores and tracks conversions | 90 days |
| fr | Enables ad delivery and retargeting | 90 days |
Third-Party Cookies
Some cookies on our Website are set by third-party services. We use the following third-party services that may set cookies:
- Google Analytics: Helps us analyse Website traffic and user behaviour
- Google AdSense: Displays relevant advertisements based on your interests
- Facebook Pixel: Tracks conversions from Facebook ads and enables retargeting
- YouTube: Embedded videos may set cookies to track viewing preferences
- Twitter: Social media integration and sharing functionality
These third parties have their own privacy policies and cookie policies. We recommend reviewing their policies to understand how they use cookies and handle your data.
Your Cookie Choices
Cookie Consent
When you first visit our Website, you will see a cookie banner asking for your consent to use certain types of cookies. You can:
- Accept all cookies
- Accept only essential cookies
- Customise your cookie preferences
- Reject all non-essential cookies
Browser Settings
You can control and manage cookies through your web browser settings. Most browsers allow you to:
- View what cookies have been set
- Block cookies from specific sites
- Block third-party cookies
- Block all cookies
- Delete cookies when you close your browser
- Delete cookies that have already been set
Browser-Specific Instructions
Google Chrome
- Click the three dots menu in the top right corner
- Select “Settings”
- Click “Privacy and security”
- Click “Cookies and other site data”
- Choose your preferred cookie settings
Mozilla Firefox
- Click the menu button and select “Options”
- Select the “Privacy & Security” panel
- In the “Cookies and Site Data” section, adjust your settings
Safari
- Go to Safari menu and select “Preferences”
- Click the “Privacy” tab
- Choose your cookie and tracking preferences
Microsoft Edge
- Click the three dots menu in the top right corner
- Select “Settings”
- Click “Cookies and site permissions”
- Click “Cookies and site data”
- Adjust your cookie settings
Mobile Browsers
Cookie settings on mobile browsers can usually be found in the browser’s settings menu under “Privacy” or “Advanced” sections. The exact location varies by browser and operating system version.
Impact of Disabling Cookies
Please note that if you choose to disable certain cookies, some parts of our Website may not function properly. Specifically:
- Essential cookies: Disabling these may cause basic Website functions to stop working
- Analytics cookies: We won’t be able to improve the Website based on user behaviour
- Functional cookies: You may lose personalisation features and preferences
- Advertising cookies: You may see less relevant advertisements
Cookie Policy Updates
We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices, technology, legal requirements, or other factors. When we make significant changes, we will:
- Update the “Last Updated” date at the top of this policy
- Notify you through a prominent notice on our Website
- Request fresh consent where required by law
We encourage you to review this Cookie Policy regularly to stay informed about how we use cookies.
Legal Basis for Processing
Under UK GDPR and the Privacy and Electronic Communications Regulations (PECR), we process cookies based on the following legal grounds:
- Essential cookies: Legitimate interests (necessary for Website functionality)
- Analytics cookies: Consent (you can withdraw this at any time)
- Functional cookies: Consent (you can withdraw this at any time)
- Advertising cookies: Consent (you can withdraw this at any time)
Data Retention
Different cookies have different retention periods:
- Session cookies: Deleted when you close your browser
- Persistent cookies: Remain on your device for the specified duration or until manually deleted
- Analytics data: Retained for up to 26 months (Google Analytics default)
- Advertising data: Typically retained for 30-90 days
Your Rights
Under UK data protection law, you have several rights regarding cookies and the data they collect:
- Right to be informed: This Cookie Policy provides that information
- Right of access: You can request information about cookies and data collected
- Right to rectification: You can request correction of inaccurate data
- Right to erasure: You can request deletion of your data
- Right to restrict processing: You can request limitation of data use
- Right to data portability: You can request transfer of your data
- Right to object: You can object to processing for legitimate interests
- Right to withdraw consent: You can withdraw consent for cookie use at any time
To exercise any of these rights, please contact us using the information provided below.
International Transfers
Some of our third-party service providers (such as Google Analytics) may transfer your data outside the UK and EEA. These transfers are made with appropriate safeguards in place, including:
- Adequacy decisions by the UK government
- Standard contractual clauses approved by the UK authorities
- Binding corporate rules
- Certification schemes
Contact Information
If you have any questions about this Cookie Policy or our use of cookies, please contact us:
StreamEastApp.co.uk
Email: privacy@streameastapp.co.uk
Website: https://streameastapp.co.uk
Complaints
If you have concerns about how we handle cookies or your personal data, you have the right to complain to the UK’s data protection authority:
Information Commissioner’s Office (ICO)
Website: https://ico.org.uk
Phone: 0303 123 1113
Live Chat: Available on ICO website
Cookie Management Tools
In addition to browser settings, you can use these tools to manage cookies across multiple websites:
- Your Online Choices: www.youronlinechoices.com/uk
- Network Advertising Initiative: optout.networkadvertising.org
- Digital Advertising Alliance: optout.aboutads.info
Please note that opting out of advertising cookies does not mean you will stop seeing advertisements, but they may be less relevant to your interests.
This Cookie Policy is designed to comply with UK GDPR, PECR, and other applicable UK data protection laws. It was last updated on [DATE] and applies to all users of streameastapp.co.uk.