Last updated: 3 April 2026
1. What are cookies?
Cookies are small files stored on your device when you visit a website. Similar technologies may also be used. They help remember preferences, maintain sessions, and—where integrated—support security and spam protection.
2. Cookies used on this site
2.1 Strictly necessary / technical
Required for the site to function and to remember your language. Legal basis: Art. 6(1)(b) GDPR (provision of the requested service) and ePrivacy rules for strictly necessary cookies.
| Name | Purpose | Typical duration |
|---|---|---|
PHPSESSID | PHP session identifier for visit coherence and basic security. | Session / until browser closed |
water_lang | Stores your language choice (RU/ES/EN). | Up to ~12 months |
vitasensus_cookie_consent | Stores your cookie banner choice. | 12 months |
2.2 Security / anti-spam (Google reCAPTCHA)
When reCAPTCHA loads, Google may set cookies and process technical data. Legal basis: Art. 6(1)(f) GDPR (legitimate interests in security and spam prevention), alongside consent where required for non-essential storage.
| Name | Provider | Purpose | Typical duration |
|---|---|---|---|
_GRECAPTCHA | reCAPTCHA operation. | ~180 days (may vary) | |
rc::a, rc::b, rc::c, rc::d | Local storage related to reCAPTCHA / bot checks. | As per Google |
Provider policies: Google Privacy, Terms.
2.3 Analytics & marketing
We do not currently use third-party analytics or marketing cookies. If added later, we will request consent where legally required and update this policy.
3. Managing cookies
Warning: blocking technical cookies or session cookies may prevent forms or reCAPTCHA from working correctly.
4. Contact
See the Privacy Policy for contact details.