Last updated: 27 October 2026
At Scene It Coming, we use cookies and similar technologies to keep our website working, understand how readers interact with our content and support features such as newsletter subscriptions.
This Cookies Policy explains what these technologies are, why we use them, which services may place them and how you can control your preferences.
For further information about how we collect, use and protect personal information, please read our Privacy Policy.
1. Who We Are
Scene It Coming is an independent UK entertainment publication covering science fiction, fantasy, mystery, television and film.
The website is owned and operated by William Bailey-O'Neill, an individual based in the United Kingdom.
William Bailey-O'Neill is the data controller responsible for personal information processed through the website.
Website: https://sceneitcoming.co.uk
Email: editor@sceneitcoming.co.uk
If you have questions about this Cookies Policy, please contact us using the email address above.
2. What Are Cookies?
Cookies are small text files placed on your computer, smartphone or other device when you visit a website.
They allow websites to remember information about your visit, maintain functionality, recognise preferences and, where permitted, understand how visitors use a website.
Some cookies are deleted when you close your browser, while others remain on your device for a specified period.
Websites may also use similar technologies, including:
- Browser local storage and session storage.
- Tracking pixels and web beacons.
- Scripts that collect technical or usage information.
- Other technologies that store information on, or access information from, your device.
For convenience, this policy refers to cookies and similar technologies collectively as "cookies", except where a distinction is necessary.
3. How We Use Cookies
Scene It Coming uses cookies and related technologies for the following purposes.
Strictly Necessary Cookies
These support functions required for the website to operate properly, including:
- Maintaining essential website functionality.
- Supporting website security and protection against misuse.
- Remembering cookie-consent preferences.
- Supporting technical functions necessary for services you request.
- Maintaining the reliable operation of website forms and other essential features.
Where an exemption under applicable UK law applies, strictly necessary cookies may be used without consent.
These cookies cannot always be disabled through our cookie-preference system because doing so may prevent essential website features from working.
Analytics Cookies
We use Google Analytics 4 to understand how visitors discover and interact with Scene It Coming.
Analytics helps us measure:
- Website visits and pageviews.
- Which articles and topics attract the most interest.
- How visitors arrive at the website.
- Which devices and browsers readers use.
- How readers interact with website content and navigation.
This information helps us improve our editorial content and website experience.
We treat optional analytics cookies as consent-dependent. Visitors can reject these cookies and continue reading our articles.
Newsletter-Related Technologies
We use MailerLite to manage newsletter subscriptions through our website footer and newsletter subscription popup.
MailerLite may use cookies or browser storage to:
- Manage newsletter form interactions.
- Remember whether a popup has been displayed or dismissed.
- Support the subscription process.
- Recognise previous form submissions.
- Help protect forms against automated or abusive activity.
Where these technologies are not strictly necessary for a service you have requested, consent will be obtained where required.
Newsletter subscriptions are voluntary and do not require you to accept optional Google Analytics cookies.
Security and Spam Prevention
We may use security-related technologies, including Google reCAPTCHA, to distinguish legitimate interactions from automated activity and protect website forms.
These technologies may process technical information relating to your browser, device or interaction with the website.
Their use is subject to applicable privacy and cookie requirements and our consent-management configuration.
Advertising and Affiliate Technologies
Scene It Coming may introduce advertising, affiliate links or sponsored content to help support the publication.
Where advertising or affiliate services involve non-essential cookies or other consent-dependent technologies, we will review our privacy information and consent controls before activating them.
We will update this policy where necessary to reflect any additional services.
4. Cookies and Services Used by Scene It Coming
The cookies and similar technologies used on our website can vary according to the services enabled, the features visitors use and their consent preferences.
Our current website setup includes WordPress, Divi, Hostinger, LiteSpeed Cache, Complianz, Google Analytics, Google Site Kit, MailerLite and form-security technologies where applicable.
Complianz Cookie Management
We use Complianz to identify cookies, manage consent preferences and support cookie blocking.
Complianz may use cookies beginning with cmplz_ to remember your choices and whether you have interacted with the consent banner.
These cookies are generally used to remember privacy preferences and support the operation of our consent system.
Google Analytics Cookies
Google Analytics may use cookies including:
| Cookie | Provider | Purpose | Typical Expiry |
|---|---|---|---|
_ga | Google Analytics | Helps distinguish visitors for analytics reporting | Up to 2 years |
_ga_<ID> | Google Analytics | Helps maintain analytics information associated with a particular property | Up to 2 years |
Actual cookie names, expiration periods and behaviour may vary depending on Google's configuration and browser restrictions.
These cookies are treated as optional analytics cookies and require the relevant consent.
WordPress and Website Functionality
WordPress and associated website technologies may use cookies or browser storage for necessary functionality, including browser compatibility, administration, security and technical operation.
Some WordPress login-related cookies are intended for administrators or other authenticated users rather than ordinary readers.
Hostinger and LiteSpeed Cache may also use technical information or storage mechanisms to support website delivery, performance and security.
MailerLite Technologies
MailerLite may use cookies or browser storage associated with newsletter forms, popup visibility and previous interactions.
Examples of storage keys that may be associated with MailerLite forms include:
mailerlite:webform:shownmailerlite:session_idmailerlite:forms:submitted:[ID]
These are examples of technologies that may be used by MailerLite, not a confirmation that every listed key is active on Scene It Coming.
Their availability, purpose and retention depend on the form type and configuration.
Live Cookie Information
The following section is intended to display the cookies and services identified and maintained through our Complianz cookie-management system.
The list may change when services are added, removed or updated. Our cookie scans and technical checks help us maintain accurate information about the technologies operating on the website.
5. Google Analytics and Consent Mode
We use Google Analytics 4, integrated through Google Site Kit, to understand website traffic and reader engagement.
Google Analytics may process technical and usage information, including:
- Pages visited and interactions with website content.
- Browser and device information.
- Approximate geographical location.
- Referring websites and traffic sources.
- Information associated with analytics cookies.
Google Consent Mode is enabled through Google Site Kit, and we use Complianz alongside the WP Consent API to support consent management.
Consent Mode communicates consent-related information to supported Google services. Its operation does not, by itself, mean that every Google script is blocked or that no information is transmitted before consent.
Our intention is that optional analytics cookies and consent-dependent processing respect visitors' choices, in accordance with applicable legal requirements.
Google's privacy information is available at:
You can reject optional analytics cookies through our consent controls without losing access to Scene It Coming's articles.
6. MailerLite Newsletter Subscriptions
We use MailerLite to manage newsletter signups and distribute editorial updates.
Visitors can subscribe through:
- The newsletter subscription form displayed in our website footer.
- A newsletter subscription popup that may appear while browsing the website.
The popup may use browser storage or cookies to manage its display frequency and remember interactions.
When you subscribe, MailerLite processes information including your email address, subscription confirmation status and relevant consent records.
We use double opt-in to confirm newsletter subscriptions.
Depending on the MailerLite configuration and applicable privacy requirements, newsletters may also use technologies to record delivery, opens or link interactions.
You can unsubscribe at any time using the link included in our emails.
For further information, please see MailerLite's privacy information:
7. How We Obtain Cookie Consent
When you first visit Scene It Coming, our Complianz cookie-consent banner allows you to choose how optional cookies and similar technologies are used.
You can:
- Accept All: Agree to the optional cookie categories presented in the consent interface.
- Reject Optional: Decline optional cookies while continuing to access the website.
- Manage Preferences: Review the available cookie categories and make individual choices where supported.
Where consent is legally required, optional cookies and similar technologies must not be activated before the relevant consent has been provided.
Strictly necessary technologies may remain active where permitted under applicable law.
We do not treat simply continuing to browse the website as consent to optional cookies.
You can withdraw or change your consent at any time.
8. How to Change Your Cookie Preferences
You can review and change your cookie preferences through the cookie settings control provided on Scene It Coming.
Where available, this control allows you to reopen the Complianz consent interface after your initial decision.
Changing your preferences will affect the future operation of relevant optional technologies.
Withdrawing consent does not necessarily delete every cookie already stored on your device. You may also delete existing cookies using your browser settings.
If you clear your browser cookies or use a new device or browser, you may be asked to make your preferences again.
9. Managing Cookies Through Your Browser
Most web browsers allow you to view, delete, block or restrict cookies.
These controls are usually available through the browser's privacy or security settings.
Common browsers include:
- Google Chrome
- Microsoft Edge
- Mozilla Firefox
- Safari
Blocking all cookies may affect certain website functions or prevent the website from remembering your preferences.
You can continue to read Scene It Coming articles without accepting optional analytics cookies.
10. Third-Party Websites and Embedded Content
Our articles may include links to external websites such as streaming services, film studios, entertainment publications and retailers.
Those websites may use their own cookies and tracking technologies.
Scene It Coming does not control the privacy or cookie practices of external websites.
We recommend reviewing their policies when visiting them.
If we add embedded third-party content, such as videos or social media posts, we will review whether additional privacy notices or consent controls are required.
11. Changes to This Cookies Policy
We may update this Cookies Policy when our website functionality changes, new services are introduced or applicable legal requirements change.
If we introduce additional advertising providers, analytics tools or tracking technologies, we will review this policy and our consent settings before activating them.
The latest version will be published on this page with an updated revision date.
Where changes materially affect how personal information is processed, we will take appropriate steps to inform affected individuals where required.
12. Contact Us
If you have questions about this Cookies Policy or how Scene It Coming uses cookies, please contact:
Scene It Coming
Data Controller: William Bailey-O'Neill
Email: editor@sceneitcoming.co.uk
Website: https://sceneitcoming.co.uk
For more information about how we process personal information and your rights under UK data protection law, please read our Privacy Policy.
You can also contact the Information Commissioner's Office (ICO), the UK's independent data protection regulator.
Website: https://ico.org.uk