Privacy Policy

Last updated: 02 November 2026.

Who We Are

flashryne operates as the data controller for the purposes of this privacy policy. We are a professional hub based in the United Kingdom providing educational resources on live television production. Our registered address is MediaCityUK B4, Orange Tower, Salford Quays, Salford M50 2HE, United Kingdom. For any enquiries regarding data protection you may contact us using Christine@christinepykemedia.com or 0161 295 0100.

Scope of This Policy

This notice applies to all visitors to our website who provide personal data through forms, cookies or other interactions. It covers individuals located in the United Kingdom and explains how we collect, use, store and share information in line with the UK GDPR, the Data Protection Act 2018 and the Privacy and Electronic Communications Regulations.

Information We Collect

We obtain personal data directly from you when you complete contact forms or register for course information. Categories include identification details such as name and email address, contact information including telephone numbers, professional details relating to your work in television production, and technical data such as IP address and browser type collected automatically. We do not collect data from third-party sources unless you have given explicit consent for such sharing.

How We Use Your Information

We process your data to respond to enquiries about our courses on studio equipment integration and camera techniques, to deliver relevant course materials, to manage registrations and to improve our website services. Each purpose is supported by a specific legal basis explained below. We do not use your information for unrelated marketing without separate consent.

Legal Basis for Processing

Processing for responding to enquiries relies on legitimate interests or consent where appropriate. Contractual necessity applies when you enrol in courses. Compliance with legal obligations covers record keeping required by UK law. You may withdraw consent at any time where that is the basis used.

Requirement to Provide Data

Providing certain information is necessary to receive course details or use the contact form. If you choose not to supply required data we may be unable to respond or deliver the requested service. Optional fields may be left blank without affecting core functionality.

Cookies and Similar Technologies

We use cookies and similar technologies to ensure the site functions correctly and to remember user preferences. Details of the specific cookies employed and how to manage them are set out in our separate Cookie Policy which is accessible via the site-wide cookie banner.

Sharing Your Information

We share personal data with trusted service providers such as hosting companies, email delivery platforms and analytics providers who act as processors under contract. We may also disclose information where required by law or to protect our legal rights. No sale of personal data occurs.

International Data Transfers

Some processors may be located outside the United Kingdom. In such cases we rely on UK adequacy regulations or standard contractual clauses approved by the Information Commissioner’s Office to ensure appropriate safeguards are in place.

Data Retention

We retain enquiry data for up to two years after the last interaction unless longer retention is required for legal or accounting purposes. Course registration records are kept for six years to meet statutory obligations. Technical logs are deleted after twelve months.

Data Security

We implement appropriate technical and organisational measures including encryption, access controls and regular security reviews to protect personal data. While we strive to maintain high standards no system can be guaranteed completely secure.

Your Rights

Under UK GDPR you have the right to access your data, request rectification or erasure, restrict processing, object to processing and request data portability where applicable. You also have the right to lodge a complaint with the Information Commissioner’s Office.

Withdrawing Consent and Objecting to Marketing

Where processing is based on consent you may withdraw it at any time by contacting Christine@christinepykemedia.com. You may object to direct marketing at any time and we will cease such processing promptly.

Right to Complain

If you believe your data has been handled incorrectly you may contact us first using the details above. You also have the right to complain to the Information Commissioner’s Office at any time.

Children’s Privacy

Our website and courses are intended for individuals aged eighteen and over. We do not knowingly collect personal data from children under eighteen.

Automated Decision Making

We do not engage in automated decision making or profiling that produces legal or similarly significant effects.

Changes to This Policy

We may update this policy from time to time. The current version will always be displayed on this page with the effective date shown at the top. Continued use of the site after changes constitutes acceptance of the revised policy.