Welcome to Screen Portrait's Cookie Policy
This Cookie Policy explains how Screen Portrait ("we", "us", "our") uses cookies and similar technologies on our website, screenportrait.com. It applies to all visitors from Australia and elsewhere. We have written this policy in plain English so you can understand exactly what information is collected, why it is collected, and how you can control it.
This policy should be read together with our Privacy Policy. By continuing to browse our site, you consent to the use of cookies as described here, unless you have disabled them through your browser settings.
14 September 2026
Cookies Explained
Cookies are small text files placed on your device when you visit a website. They are widely used to make websites work efficiently and to provide information to site owners. A cookie contains a small amount of data, such as a unique identifier or a preference setting, and is sent back to the originating website on each subsequent visit.
There are two main categories of cookies. First-party cookies are set by Screen Portrait and can only be read by our website. Third-party cookies are set by services we use, such as analytics providers, and can be read by those services. Similar technologies include web beacons, pixels, and local storage, which perform comparable functions.
- First-party cookie: set by Screen Portrait.
- Third-party cookie: set by an external service such as Google Analytics.
- Web beacon: a tiny transparent image used to track page visits.
- Local storage: data stored in your browser rather than sent to a server.
Purposes of Cookie Use
We use cookies to enhance your browsing experience, understand how our site is used, and improve our content and services. Screen Portrait is an informational film portal, and the cookies we set are limited to those necessary for the site to function and for us to measure readership.
- Essential cookies — necessary for site functionality, such as remembering your cookie preferences and keeping the site secure.
- Analytics cookies — help us understand visitor behaviour and improve our film information portal. These cookies collect anonymous usage data.
- Functionality cookies — remember choices you make, such as language or region, so we can tailor the site to your needs.
We do not use advertising or targeting cookies. Screen Portrait does not serve personalised advertisements, and we do not track your activity across other websites.
Cookie Inventory
The following table lists the cookies we may set, their purpose, and their duration. No other third-party cookies are used on this site.
| Cookie Name | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|
cookie_consent |
Stores your cookie preferences | 1 year |
_ga |
Google Analytics, used to distinguish users | 2 years |
_gid |
Google Analytics, used to throttle request rate | 24 hours |
Your Cookie Choices
You can manage cookies through your browser settings. Most browsers allow you to refuse or delete cookies, either for individual sites or across all websites. However, disabling essential cookies may affect site functionality, such as remembering your cookie preferences.
Each major browser provides its own instructions for managing cookies:
You can also use browser extensions or privacy tools to manage cookies.
Your browser settings are the primary way to control cookies. You can usually find these options under "Privacy" or "Security" in your browser's preferences.
Third-Party Cookies
We use Google Analytics to understand how visitors interact with our site. Google Analytics sets cookies to collect anonymous usage data, such as which pages are visited, how long visitors stay, and what type of device they use.
Google Analytics data is used in aggregate and does not identify individuals. You can opt out of Google Analytics by installing the Google Analytics Opt-out Browser Add-on. We do not use advertising cookies or social media trackers.
Retention and Security
Cookie data is retained only as long as necessary for the purposes described in this policy. We implement reasonable security measures to protect data collected via cookies, including encryption in transit and access controls.
We do not sell or share cookie data with third parties for their own purposes. Any data shared with Google Analytics is subject to Google's own privacy and security practices.
- Analytics data: retained for up to 26 months.
- Essential cookie preferences: kept for 1 year.
Australian Privacy Rights
Under the Privacy Act 1988 (Cth) and the Australian Privacy Principles, you have the right to access and correct personal information we hold about you, and to complain about our handling of your information.
- You may request access to data collected via cookies.
- You can contact us to exercise these rights.
- We will respond to requests within 30 days.
Policy Updates
We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time. The latest version will always be posted on this page with a new effective date. Material changes will be notified via a banner on the site. Continued use of the site after changes constitutes acceptance of the updated policy.
This policy was last updated on 14 September 2026.
Cookie Questions
If you have any questions about our use of cookies, please contact us using the details below.
- Email[email protected]
- Phone+61 403 715 862
- Address2 Macquarie Street, Sydney NSW 2000, Australia