Warning about the use of personal data collection software
What are cookies
Depending on your web browser settings, we collect information that is automatically transmitted to us by your browser, when you visit our websites.
This transmission is carried out by means of cookies.
This information typically includes the IP address currently assigned to your computer, the type of operating system you have, and the web browser you are using.
A cookie is a small text file that a web server stores on your computer’s hard drive.
There are “session” and “persistent” cookies.
Session cookies
We use session cookies to assign a unique identification number to your computer each time you visit one of our websites.
Session cookies are deleted after the browser is closed.
They are used to maintain the functionality of our websites.
Persistent cookies
When allowed, we use persistent cookies, which are not deleted immediately after you close your web browser, but are stored on your computer for a certain period of time or until you delete them.
Each time you visit our websites, our web server recognizes a persistent cookie that is stored on your computer’s hard drive.
By assigning a unique identifier to your device, we create a database of your activities and preferences.
However, cookies do not contain your personal data, but only record the activities performed on your computer.
If you access our website through a link received by email, or if you create a “user ID” during one of your visits, the information provided by our cookies or cookies from third party service providers may be associated with information in our records that would enable your personal identification.
Consent for the use of cookies
Session cookies do not require your prior consent as they are essential for the operation of the website and will be deleted when you close your web browser.
Persistent cookies, which track your past activities and preferences but are not necessary for the operation of the website, require your prior consent.
By visiting our website, you give consent for the use of persistent cookies, unless you change your computer settings so that these cookies are not stored.
The same applies to third party cookies.
How to change cookie settings
Setting your web browser is a free and effective way to manage cookies.
You can make one of the following decisions:
- to allow using all cookies integrated into web pages.
Note: on the one hand, only their publishers will have access to these cookies; on the other hand, this process is not irreversible and you can always delete these cookies later (the cookie managing procedure differs depending on the web browser you use; please refer to the relevant instructions) - to block cookies on your device.
In this case, we are obliged to warn that the website navigation will be complicated.
Some features require the use of cookies (for example, to recognize your operating system and preferred language).
Therefore, we are not responsible for any inconvenience caused by our services not working properly due to disabling cookies. - to allow using cookies on request on a case-by-case basis
- to accept or reject cookies depending on their publisher
The cookies managing procedure varies depending on the web browser used. More detailed instructions are available through the links below:
- Internet Explorer
- Chrome
- Safari
- Firefox
- Opera
Google Analytics
We use Google Analytics to collect and analyze data about how visitors use our website.
This information includes your IP address, which is transmitted to Google servers and stored there.
Google generates reports on the website activities and provides other services related to the use of the Internet.
Google may also transfer this information to third parties where required to do so by law or where such parties process the information on Google’s behalf.
Google does not associate your IP address with other information stored by Google.
By browsing this website, you agree that Google will process your browsing data as described above.
You can still prohibit this by disabling cookies in your web browser.
For more information see: http://www.google.com/intl/en/policies/technologies/cookies/
Alternatively, you can opt out of the use of Google Analytics cookies to track your activities across all websites by clicking on the following link: Google Analytics Opt-out Browser Add-on
Facebook and Vkontakte
We use social media plugins to share website content on Facebook and Vkontakte.
If you have already visited social media websites, some previously saved cookies will be available to them.
Otherwise, no other cookies will be added.
You can learn more about cookies on the Facebook Help page at: https://www.facebook.com/help/206635839404055