Privacy Policy
Last updated: 4 November 2026
Who we are and our role as data controller
vibezilo operates this website as a professional hub dedicated to live television production topics. We act as the data controller under UK GDPR and the Data Protection Act 2018 for personal data processed through this site. Our registered address is MediaCityUK, The Greenhouse, Salford, Greater Manchester M50 2EQ, United Kingdom. For any privacy matters please contact us at enquiries@salford.ac.uk or by telephone on +44 161 295 4545.
Scope of this notice and who it covers
This privacy notice applies to all visitors to our website, including professionals in the television production industry, students exploring studio techniques, and any other individuals who interact with our content or contact forms. It explains how we handle personal data collected when you browse, submit enquiries or otherwise engage with the site. It does not cover third-party websites linked from our pages.
Categories of personal data and sources
We collect contact details such as name, email address and any message content you voluntarily provide through the contact form. Usage data including IP address, browser type, pages visited and device information are gathered automatically via server logs. We may also receive limited information from analytics providers about how users navigate our resources on live television production workflows. No data is obtained from public directories or third-party lists without your knowledge.
Purposes of processing and legal bases
We process contact data to respond to enquiries about studio equipment integration or production techniques on the basis of legitimate interests and, where appropriate, consent. Usage data supports site maintenance and improvement under legitimate interests. Where cookies are involved, processing relies on consent under PECR. We never process data for unrelated marketing without explicit consent. Each purpose is limited to what is necessary for operating a professional information resource on dynamic camera techniques, acoustic optimisation and lighting setups.
Whether providing data is required
Supplying contact information through our form is entirely optional. If you choose not to provide details we cannot respond to your specific query about reliable production processes for news programmes or interviews. Browsing the site without submitting forms still generates basic usage data necessary for security and functionality.
Cookies and similar technologies
We use essential cookies to ensure the site functions correctly and optional analytics cookies to understand visitor behaviour. Details of all cookies, their purposes and duration are set out in our separate Cookie Policy, which is accessible via the site-wide cookie banner. You can manage preferences at any time through that banner or your browser settings.
Processors, recipients and legal disclosures
Personal data may be shared with service providers such as hosting companies, email delivery platforms and analytics tools that assist in maintaining the website. These processors are bound by contract to protect data and act only on our instructions. We may also disclose information where required by law, regulation or court order to public authorities in the United Kingdom.
International transfers and safeguards
Some processors may be located outside the United Kingdom. Where transfers occur we rely on UK adequacy regulations or appropriate safeguards such as standard contractual clauses approved by the Information Commissioner’s Office to ensure an equivalent level of protection.
Data retention periods
Contact form submissions are retained for up to two years to allow follow-up and service improvement. Server logs containing usage data are kept for twelve months. Cookie data is deleted automatically according to the durations stated in the Cookie Policy. Data is erased earlier if you exercise your right to erasure or if the original purpose no longer applies.
Security and data minimisation
We apply technical and organisational measures appropriate to the risk, including encryption in transit, access controls and regular review of data holdings. We collect only the minimum information needed for the stated purposes and do not retain data longer than necessary. No security measure can be guaranteed absolute; users should also take reasonable steps to protect their own information.
Your data subject rights
Under UK GDPR you have the right to access, rectification, erasure, restriction, portability and objection. You may also withdraw consent at any time where processing is based on consent. To exercise these rights please write to enquiries@salford.ac.uk or +44 161 295 4545 with sufficient detail to identify your records. We will respond within one month.
Right to complain to the supervisory authority
If you are dissatisfied with our response you have the right to lodge a complaint with the Information Commissioner’s Office, the UK supervisory authority for data protection. Contact details are available on their website.
Children and age restrictions
Our content is intended for adults and professionals engaged in live television production. We do not knowingly collect personal data from individuals under the age of eighteen. If we become aware that data has been provided by a child we will delete it promptly.
Automated decision-making and profiling
We do not engage in automated decision-making or profiling that produces legal or similarly significant effects. Any analytics are used only for aggregated statistical purposes.
Changes to this policy
We may update this notice to reflect changes in law or our practices. The date of the latest revision appears at the top of the page. Continued use of the site after an update constitutes acceptance of the revised terms.