Cookie Policy
Last updated: September 2026
🍪 This policy explains how StageX Academy uses cookies on stagexacademy.com in accordance with UK GDPR and PECR.
1. What Are Cookies
Cookies are small text files placed on your device when you visit a website. They help websites remember your preferences and measure how pages are used.
This policy applies to stagexacademy.com only. The StageX Academy app uses browser local storage rather than cookies — see our Privacy Policy.
2. Cookies We Use
✅ Strictly Necessary (always active)
Required for the website to function. Cannot be disabled.
| Cookie | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| cookie_consent | Stores your cookie consent choice so the banner does not reappear | 1 year |
| session_id | Anonymous identifier used to record consent for compliance | 1 year |
📊 Analytics (consent required)
Only set after you give consent. Help us understand how visitors use the site.
| Cookie | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| _ga | Google Analytics — distinguishes unique users | 2 years |
| _ga_* | Google Analytics — stores session state | 2 years |
📣 Marketing (consent required)
Only set after you give consent. Used to measure ad effectiveness.
| Cookie | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| _fbp | Meta Pixel — identifies browsers for ad measurement and retargeting | 90 days |
| _fbc | Meta — stores click ID when site visited via a Facebook ad | 90 days |
3. Third-Party Cookies
- •Google Analytics — Google Privacy Policy
- •Meta (Facebook) Pixel — Meta Privacy Policy
We do not use any other third-party advertising networks or social media trackers.
4. Managing Cookies
- •Cookie banner: Change your choice anytime via the Cookie Settings link in the footer
- •Browser settings: Refuse or delete cookies via your browser's preferences
- •Google Analytics opt-out: Install the GA opt-out add-on
- •Meta ad preferences: Manage at facebook.com/adpreferences
5. Your Consent
Non-essential cookies are only set after you click "Accept" on the cookie banner. You can withdraw consent at any time via the Cookie Settings link in the footer. Withdrawing consent does not delete cookies already placed — clear your browser cookies to remove those.
We record consent choices for compliance. See our Privacy Policy for details.
6. Changes to This Policy
We update this policy when we add new features or services. Material changes will update the "Last updated" date and, where required, prompt a new consent request.
7. Contact
Questions: contact@stagexacademy.com
ICO complaints: ico.org.uk
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