Movie Visionary

Cookie Policy

Effective 20 October 2026

This policy applies to the Movie Visionary website at https://movievisionary.com. It explains how we use cookies and similar technologies when you visit our site. The policy is written in New Zealand English and complies with New Zealand privacy principles.

This policy describes the cookies we use, why we use them, and how you can control them. We may update this policy from time to time; changes will be posted on this page with a new effective date. By continuing to use our site after changes are posted, you accept the updated policy. If you have questions, contact us using the details provided in the final section.

What Are Cookies and How We Use Them

Cookies are small text files placed on your device when you visit a website. They help the site remember your preferences and improve your experience. Cookies can be "session" cookies, which expire when you close your browser, or "persistent" cookies, which remain until they expire or are deleted. Some cookies are set by us (first-party cookies) and some by third-party services we use. Cookies do not typically contain personally identifying information, but they may be linked to other data we hold.

Movie Visionary uses the following categories of cookies:

  • Strictly necessary cookies: required for the site to function, such as remembering your cookie consent choice.
  • Performance cookies: collect anonymous information about how visitors use the site, such as which pages are most popular.
  • Functionality cookies: remember choices you make, such as language or region, to provide enhanced features.
  • Targeting or advertising cookies: used to deliver relevant content; Movie Visionary does not currently use advertising cookies.

The following table lists the cookies we may set, their purpose, and their duration. Cookie names and durations are illustrative and should be verified against actual implementation.

Cookie Name Purpose Duration
cookie_consent Stores your cookie preference Persistent, 12 months
session_id Maintains your session while browsing Session cookie
theme_preference Remembers your display preference (if applicable) Persistent, 30 days
analytics_id Anonymous identifier for performance measurement Persistent, 24 months

Managing and Disabling Cookies

Most web browsers allow you to control cookies through their settings. You can usually block all cookies, block third-party cookies, or delete cookies when you close your browser. Blocking all cookies may prevent some parts of Movie Visionary from functioning properly. You can also use your browser's private or incognito mode to browse without storing cookies. For more detailed instructions, refer to your browser's help documentation.

Here are links to cookie management instructions for popular browsers:

  • Google Chrome: Settings > Privacy and security > Cookies and other site data.
  • Mozilla Firefox: Options > Privacy & Security > Cookies and Site Data.
  • Apple Safari: Preferences > Privacy > Manage Website Data.
  • Microsoft Edge: Settings > Cookies and site permissions > Manage and delete cookies and site data.

If we use analytics cookies, you can opt out by adjusting your browser settings or using tools provided by the analytics service. Movie Visionary may use a privacy-focused analytics service that respects "Do Not Track" signals. You can also install browser extensions that block analytics scripts. We do not use advertising cookies, so no ad-related opt-out is necessary.

Third-Party Cookies and Services

Movie Visionary may use third-party services that set their own cookies. These services help us understand site usage and improve our content.

  • We may use a privacy-focused analytics service that sets a cookie to track page views anonymously.
  • We may embed content from platforms like YouTube or Vimeo; these platforms may set cookies when you interact with the embedded content.
  • We do not use advertising or social media tracking cookies.

For more information about how these third parties use cookies, please review their privacy policies:

Contact and Policy Updates

If you have any questions about this Cookie Policy or our use of cookies, please contact us:

We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time. When we make changes, we will revise the effective date at the top of this page. We encourage you to review this policy periodically to stay informed about our cookie practices. If we make material changes, we will provide a more prominent notice on our website.