We use cookies. Here’s exactly what they are, what they do, and how you control them.
This Cookie Policy explains what cookies are, which ones we use on fivesix.studio, why we use them, and what choices you have. We’ve written it in plain English because that’s how we do everything.
This policy sits alongside our Privacy Policy and our Terms & Conditions of Service, both available at fivesix.studio.
1. What Are Cookies?
Cookies are small text files placed on your device (computer, phone, tablet) when you visit a website. They’re used to make sites work properly, remember your preferences, and collect information about how people use a site.
Cookies are not viruses. They cannot access other files on your device or run programmes. They are widely used across virtually every website you visit.
There are two main types relevant to this site:
Session cookies - temporary cookies that expire when you close your browser.
Persistent cookies - cookies that remain on your device for a set period, or until you delete them.
2. How We Categorise Cookies
We use four categories of cookies on this site, in line with the UK Information Commissioner’s Office (ICO) guidance and UK GDPR requirements.
Strictly Necessary
These cookies are essential for the website to function. Without them, the site cannot operate correctly. They do not require your consent under UK GDPR and cannot be switched off. They are set in response to actions you take, such as visiting a page or submitting a form.
Functional
These cookies allow the website to remember choices you make (such as your cookie preferences) to provide a more personalised experience. They do not track your behaviour across other websites.
Analytics
These cookies help us understand how visitors interact with our website - which pages are visited most, how long people stay, and where they arrive from. The information is aggregated and anonymous. We use this data to improve the site. These cookies require your consent.
Marketing
These cookies are set by our advertising partners (Meta, who operate Facebook and Instagram) to build a profile of your interests and show you relevant adverts on other platforms. They work by uniquely identifying your browser. These cookies require your consent and are only activated if you accept them.
3. The Cookies We Use
Below is a full breakdown of every cookie currently active on fivesix.studio, organised by category.
3.1 Strictly Necessary Cookies
These are set automatically and do not require consent. They are required for the website to function.
Cookie Name | Provider | Purpose | Type | Expiry |
__Host-next-auth.csrf-token | Framer | Protects against cross-site request forgery. Required for site security. | Session | Session |
CookieConsent | Framer | Stores your cookie consent preferences so you are not asked again on each visit. | Persistent | 12 months |
framer-session | Framer | Maintains your session state while browsing the site. Required for the site to function correctly. | Session | Session |
3.2 Functional Cookies
These improve your experience on the site. They require consent but do not track you across other websites.
Cookie Name | Provider | Purpose | Type | Expiry |
framer-locale | Framer | Remembers your language or region preference, if applicable. | Persistent | 12 months |
3.3 Analytics Cookies - Google Analytics
We use Google Analytics (GA4) to understand how people use our site. All data collected is anonymised and aggregated - we cannot identify you personally from this data.
Google Analytics is operated by Google LLC. For more information on how Google processes data, visit: policies.google.com/privacy
Cookie Name | Provider | Purpose | Type | Expiry |
_ga | Google Analytics | Distinguishes unique users by assigning a randomly generated number. Used to calculate visitor, session, and campaign data. | Persistent | 2 years |
_ga_ZXGDN25HLH | Google Analytics | Used to persist session state across page requests. | Persistent | 2 years |
_gid | Google Analytics | Distinguishes users. Stores and updates a unique value for each page visited. | Persistent | 24 hours |
_gat | Google Analytics | Used to throttle request rate. If Google Analytics is deployed via Google Tag Manager, this cookie will be named _dc_gtm_<property-id>. | Session | 1 minute |
You can opt out of Google Analytics across all websites by installing the Google Analytics Opt-out Browser Add-on: tools.google.com/dlpage/gaoptout
3.4 Marketing Cookies - Meta Pixel
We use the Meta Pixel (formerly Facebook Pixel) to measure the effectiveness of our advertising on Facebook and Instagram, and to show relevant adverts to people who have visited our site.
The Meta Pixel is operated by Meta Platforms Ireland Ltd. It may track your behaviour across websites that use the Meta Pixel, even if you are not logged into Facebook. For more information: facebook.com/privacy/policy
Cookie Name | Provider | Purpose | Type | Expiry |
_fbp | Meta (Facebook) | Used by Meta to deliver a series of advertisement products, including real-time bidding from third-party advertisers. | Persistent | 3 months |
_fbc | Meta (Facebook) | Stores the last click attribution. Set when a user arrives via a Facebook advertisement link. | Persistent | 3 months |
fr | Meta (Facebook) | Used by Meta to deliver, measure, and improve the relevancy of ads. Also used to show ads to people who have visited fivesix.studio on Facebook and Instagram. | Persistent | 3 months |
Visitors who are signed in to Facebook or Instagram in the same browser may encounter additional Meta cookies. A full and up-to-date list is maintained by Meta at https://www.facebook.com/policies/cookies/.
You can manage your Meta ad preferences at: facebook.com/ads/preferences - or opt out of interest-based advertising via youronlinechoices.com (UK).
4. Your Consent + Choices
When you first visit fivesix.studio, a cookie banner will appear asking for your consent for non-essential cookies (analytics and marketing). You can:
Accept all cookies - including analytics and marketing.
Decline cookies - only strictly necessary cookies will be active. The site will still work fully.
You can change your cookie preferences at any time by clearing your browser data and revisiting the site, where the cookie banner will appear again.
5. Managing Cookies via Your Browser
All major browsers allow you to control cookies through their settings. You can choose to block or delete cookies at any time. Be aware that blocking all cookies may affect the functionality of this and other websites.
How to manage cookies in your browser:
Google Chrome - chrome://settings/cookies
Mozilla Firefox - Preferences > Privacy & Security > Cookies
Safari - Preferences > Privacy > Manage Website Data
Microsoft Edge - Settings > Cookies and Site Permissions
6. Third-Party Links
Our website may contain links to external sites (social media profiles, partner websites, etc.). This Cookie Policy applies only to fivesix.studio. We have no control over third-party websites and are not responsible for their cookie or privacy practices.
7. Legal Basis Under UK GDPR
We process data collected via cookies under the following legal bases:
Strictly necessary cookies - Legitimate interest (Article 6(1)(f) UK GDPR). No consent required.
Functional cookies - Consent (Article 6(1)(a) UK GDPR).
Analytics cookies (Google Analytics) - Consent (Article 6(1)(a) UK GDPR).
Marketing cookies (Meta Pixel) - Consent (Article 6(1)(a) UK GDPR).
Consent is freely given, specific, informed, and unambiguous. You may withdraw consent at any time via the cookie settings in our website footer. Withdrawal of consent does not affect the lawfulness of processing based on consent before withdrawal.
8. International Data Transfers
Google LLC is based in the United States. Data collected via Google Analytics may be transferred to and processed in the US. Google relies on Standard Contractual Clauses (SCCs) as the legal mechanism for such transfers. For more information: business.safety.google/gdpr
Meta Platforms Ireland Ltd processes data within the European Economic Area and transfers data to Meta Platforms Inc. in the US under SCCs. For more information: facebook.com/privacy/policy
9. Updates to This Policy
We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time - for example, if we add new tracking tools or if regulations change. The date at the top of this page will always reflect the most recent update.
If we make significant changes, we will notify you via the cookie consent banner on your next visit.
10. Contact Us
If you have any questions about this Cookie Policy, how we use cookies, or your rights under UK GDPR, please get in touch.
You also have the right to lodge a complaint with the UK Information Commissioner’s Office (ICO) if you believe your data rights have not been respected: ico.org.uk
