Cookie Policy
Last updated: 22 May 2026
This Cookie Policy explains how TheatreStack (operated by Theatre Stack Ltd) uses cookies and similar technologies on this website and platform. It should be read alongside our Privacy Policy.
What are cookies?
Cookies are small text files stored on your device (computer, phone, or tablet) when you visit a website. They allow the website to recognise your device on subsequent visits and remember certain information. Similar technologies include local storage and session storage, which work in the same way but are stored differently in your browser.
Under the UK Privacy and Electronic Communications Regulations 2003 (UK PECR), we are required to ask for your consent before placing any cookies that are not strictly necessary for the operation of the Service.
Cookie categories
We use cookies in three categories. You can update your preferences at any time via Cookie preferences.
1. Strictly necessary
These cookies are essential for the TheatreStack platform to function. They enable you to log in, navigate between pages, and use secure features. They cannot be disabled and do not require your consent under UK PECR.
| Cookie name | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|
sessionid |
Django session cookie. Keeps you logged in as you navigate the platform. Contains a session reference — no personal data is stored directly in this cookie. | Up to 24 hours, with automatic sign-out after 1 hour of inactivity |
csrftoken |
Cross-Site Request Forgery (CSRF) protection. Prevents malicious third-party sites from making requests on your behalf. Required for all form submissions. | 1 year |
ts_cookie_consent |
Stores your cookie consent preferences (which categories you accepted or rejected) so we don't ask again on every page load. Also used to demonstrate compliance with UK PECR. | 1 year |
messages |
Django messages framework — stores brief notification messages (e.g. "Saved successfully") between page loads. | Session |
We also use browser local storage (not a cookie) to save your UI preferences, such as dark mode, table density, and visible column settings. This data does not leave your device.
2. Analytics (optional — consent required)
Analytics cookies help us understand how visitors use the Service so we can improve it. These cookies collect information in aggregate and do not identify you personally. We only place these cookies with your consent.
| Cookie name | Provider | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
_ga |
Google Analytics | Distinguishes unique visitors. Used to calculate page views and session counts. | 2 years |
_ga_* |
Google Analytics (GA4) | Stores and updates a unique value for each page visited. | 2 years |
Analytics cookies are only loaded if you have accepted analytics cookies and if the platform operator has enabled analytics. Google's privacy policy is available at policies.google.com/privacy.
3. Marketing (optional — consent required)
Marketing cookies may be used to display relevant advertising or to measure the effectiveness of marketing campaigns. We only place these cookies with your consent.
At present, TheatreStack does not use third-party marketing or retargeting cookies on the platform. This section will be updated if this changes.
Third-party cookies
Where we embed third-party content or services (for example, a payment gateway during checkout), those third parties may also set their own cookies. We do not control third-party cookies. Please refer to the third party's own cookie/privacy policy for details.
How to manage your cookie preferences
You have several ways to control cookies:
-
TheatreStack cookie preferences:
Use our Cookie preferences page to accept or reject optional cookies.
Your choice is saved for one year via the
ts_cookie_consentcookie. - Browser settings: Most browsers allow you to block or delete cookies through their settings. Note that blocking strictly necessary cookies will prevent TheatreStack from functioning correctly. Guidance for popular browsers:
- Google Analytics opt-out: If you have accepted analytics cookies but wish to opt out of Google Analytics specifically, you can use the Google Analytics opt-out browser add-on.
Changes to this Cookie Policy
We may update this Cookie Policy if we change the cookies we use. We will update the date at the top of this page and, where material, notify you via a new cookie consent prompt.
Contact
If you have any questions about our use of cookies, please contact: Theatre Stack Ltd — [email protected]