INTRODUCTION
This Policy relates to the use by the Website of information obtained from the Website’s Users. This document also contains information about cookies, their use by the Website and by third parties, as well as about how the User can opt out of such cookies.

Information about cookies
The cookies processed by the Operator are technical and service‑related information about visits to the online resource. Cookies store information about the User’s preferences and allow the Website to adapt to the User’s needs for ease of interaction for a certain period of time.
Cookie files do not collect personalized or personal information about Users. The Operator uses cookies for the following purposes:

• improving the User’s interaction with the Operator’s services provided on the Website or using the Website (hereinafter “Services”);
• analyzing statistics on the use of the Services;
• ensuring information security.

A cookie is a small amount of data, often containing a unique anonymous identifier, which is sent by the Website to the User’s browser and stored on the computer’s hard drive or in the memory of a mobile device. Each Website can send its own cookies to the User’s computer or device, provided the browser settings allow this. At the same time (in order to preserve the confidentiality of the User’s data), the browser grants Websites access only to the User’s own cookies, and does not allow them to use cookies placed by other Websites.
The Website and service providers may use various types of cookies on their internet resources:
Strictly necessary cookies.
These cookies are essential for the Website to operate correctly and allow Users to navigate the Website and use its functionalities. These cookies do not identify Users as individuals. If the User does not consent to using this type of cookie, it may affect the Website’s performance or the performance of certain components.
Performance, efficiency, and analytics cookies.
These cookies help the Operator understand how Users interact with the Website by providing information about the areas they have visited and the amount of time they spend on the Website. They also indicate issues in the operation of the online resource, such as error messages. This helps to improve the Website’s performance.
Analytics cookies.
These cookies help measure the effectiveness of informational and, in particular, advertising campaigns and optimize website content for those who have shown interest in the Operator’s information or advertisements. This type of cookie cannot be used to identify the User. All information collected and analyzed is fully anonymous.
Functional cookies.
These cookies are used to recognize Users who return to the Website. They allow the content of the Website to be personalized for Users. If the User blocks this type of cookie, it may affect the Website’s performance and functionality and may limit access to certain content on the Website.
Advertising cookies.
These cookies record information about the User’s activity on the internet, including visits to websites (pages), as well as data about the links and advertisements the User has chosen to view.
The main purposes of using advertising cookies are:

• displaying content on websites that is most closely aligned with the User;
• enabling the provision of advertising or other information in a way that more accurately corresponds to the User’s interests.

Types of cookies and storage duration:
Session cookies:
These are active from the moment the User enters the Website until the end of that specific browser session. When the browser is closed, these cookies are no longer needed and are automatically deleted.
Persistent cookies:
These are stored on the device and remain between browser sessions and are not deleted after the browser is closed. The storage period for persistent cookies on the device varies depending on the specific cookie.
First‑party cookies:
These are placed on the User’s device by the Operator when the Website is visited.
Third‑party cookies:
These may be placed on the User’s device by other operators when the User visits their websites.

Use of web tracking and cookies
The Operator uses software to determine the number of users visiting the Website and the frequency of visits. The Operator does not use programs to collect personal data or the IP addresses of individuals. The data is used exclusively in an anonymous, aggregated form for statistical purposes, as well as for the development, refinement, and updating of the website.
The Operator does not create an individual profile of the User or of their behavior on the internet. The content of persistent cookies is limited to an identification number. Names, email addresses, IP addresses, and similar information are not stored.

Third‑party cookies
Information‑sharing tools
The Website uses information‑sharing (share) buttons that allow Users to bookmark a page and share its content via social media. When the User clicks one of these buttons, the chosen social‑media platforms may create their own cookies. The Website does not control the use of these cookies, so the User should consult the respective third‑party website for additional information.
Third‑party cookies in embedded content
When certain pages of the Website are visited, cookies that do not belong to the Website itself may be created. If a User visits a page containing content embedded on the Website, the relevant service providers may place their own cookies in the User’s browser. The Website does not control the use of these cookies and cannot access them, due to the way cookies work—only the entity that originally placed the cookie has access to it. More detailed information on these cookies is provided on the websites of the respective third parties.
Web beacons
The Operator uses analytical web services (for example, Yandex.Metrica*), which help understand how Users interact with the Website and thereby ensure the relevance, usability, and timeliness of its content. These services use data‑collection technologies such as web beacons.
Web beacons are small electronic images that place cookies, count the number of visits, and assess usage metrics and the effectiveness of the Website. In turn, this information helps the Operator understand which content is of interest to Users and to provide more personalized Website content. Web beacons are anonymous and neither contain nor collect information that identifies the User.
The information is anonymous and is used exclusively for statistical purposes. Web‑analytics data and cookies cannot be used to determine the User’s identity, as they never contain personal data, including name or email address.
*For more detailed information on the use and protection of data when using these analytics programs, please refer to the following Internet address: https://yandex.ru/legal/confidential.

Managing cookies
The User may disable the storage of cookies, restrict their creation by specific websites, or set their browser to notify them when cookies are sent. The User may also delete cookies from the hard drive of their computer or device (file: “cookies”) at any time. If cookies are disabled or deleted, the display of pages and the ease of using websites may be limited.
Most browsers allow, to some extent, the control of most cookies through browser settings.
Most internet browsers are initially set to automatically accept cookies. The User may change these settings so that the browser blocks cookies or warns the User when cookies of this type are sent to the device. There are several ways to manage cookies. The User is advised to consult the browser instructions to learn more about how to adjust or change the browser settings.
By disabling cookies, the User may not be able to use certain features, services, tools, and capabilities of the Website.
Disabling cookies may also affect the User’s experience when using the internet. If the User accesses the Website from various devices (for example, computer, smartphone, tablet, etc.), the User should ensure that the browser on each device is configured in accordance with the User’s preferred cookie settings.
If you have any further questions regarding this Policy, please contact the Company’s Data Protection Officer by sending an email marked “Personal Data Request” to:
vavi‑pharm@yandex.ru
or by mail to:
LLC “VAVI FARM”
197183, St. Petersburg, Sabyrovskaya St., 50, lit. A, room 106, office 403A.