Cookie Policy

Last Updated: 8 February 2026

This Cookie Policy explains how Caledonia TX Ltd trading as ROCK.SCOT uses cookies and similar technologies on our website, in compliance with the UK Privacy and Electronic Communications Regulations (PECR) and UK GDPR.

1. What Are Cookies?

Cookies are small text files stored on your device when you visit a website. They help websites remember your preferences and analyze how you use the site.

2. How We Use Cookies

We use cookies for:

Essential Functions: Making the website work properly
Analytics: Understanding how visitors use our site
Player Persistence: Keeping the audio player active while you browse
Preferences: Remembering your cookie choices

3. Types of Cookies We Use

3.1 Strictly Necessary Cookies (Always Allowed)

These cookies are essential for the website to function and cannot be disabled:

Cookie Name	Purpose	Duration
cookie_consent	Stores your cookie preferences	1 year
rock_session_id	Manages website session	Session (deleted when browser closes)
player_state	Keeps player running while browsing	Session

3.2 Analytics Cookies (Optional - Requires Consent)

These help us understand how you use our website:

Cookie Name	Purpose	Duration
rock_visitor_id	Identifies unique visitors (anonymized)	2 years
_ga	Google Analytics - visitor tracking	2 years
_ga_*	Google Analytics - session data	2 years

What we track:

Pages visited and time spent
How you arrived at our site (referrer)
Device type (mobile/desktop/tablet)
General location (country/region only)

What we DON'T track:

Your identity or personal information
Specific songs you listen to
Detailed browsing history outside our site

3.3 Local Storage (Not Cookies, But Similar)

We also use browser local storage for:

rock_visitor_id: Persistent visitor ID (if analytics enabled)
rock_session_start: Session timing
rock_page_count: Pages viewed this session

4. Third-Party Cookies

4.1 Supabase (Database Services)

If you use our advertising booking system:

Purpose: User authentication and data storage
Provider: Supabase Inc. (EU/US servers)
Duration: Session + 7 days

4.2 Broadcast.Radio (Streaming Player)

When you use our live player:

Purpose: Stream delivery and playback
Provider: Broadcast.Radio Ltd (UK)
Duration: Session only

5. Legal Basis

5.1 Strictly Necessary Cookies

Legal Basis: Legitimate Interest (PECR Regulation 6(4))
We don't need consent for cookies essential to provide the service you requested.

5.2 Analytics Cookies

Legal Basis: Consent (PECR Regulation 6(1))
We ask for your explicit consent before setting non-essential cookies.

6. Your Cookie Choices

6.1 Cookie Consent Banner

When you first visit, you'll see a cookie banner asking for consent. You can:

Accept All: Allow all cookies including analytics
Reject Optional: Only essential cookies
Customize: Choose which cookie categories to allow

6.2 Change Your Mind

You can change preferences anytime:

6.3 Browser Settings

You can also control cookies in your browser:

Chrome: Settings → Privacy → Cookies
Firefox: Options → Privacy → Cookies
Safari: Preferences → Privacy
Edge: Settings → Privacy → Cookies

Warning: Blocking all cookies may prevent the website from working properly.

7. Cookie Retention

We follow PECR maximum retention periods:

Essential cookies: As long as needed for function
Analytics cookies: Maximum 26 months
Session cookies: Deleted when you close your browser

8. Do Not Track (DNT)

We respect "Do Not Track" browser signals. If DNT is enabled, we will:

Not set non-essential cookies
Not track your activity
Still provide full functionality

9. Children's Privacy

We do not knowingly collect data from children under 16. If you are under 16, please do not use our services without parental consent.

10. Updates to This Policy

We may update this Cookie Policy to reflect changes in technology or regulations. Check back regularly for updates.

11. Contact Us

Questions about cookies?
Email: studio@rock.scot

12. Useful Links

Document Version: 1.0
Effective Date: 8 February 2026
Next Review: 8 February 2027