Cookie Policy

This Cookie Policy (hereinafter — the "Policy") has been developed by IE Vasilenko Daria Vladimirovna (OGRNIP: 319237500248691, INN: 233101864590) — the operator of the websites https://prostarch.ru/en/, services and offerings (hereinafter — "we"). The document is compiled in accordance with Federal Law No. 152-FZ "On Personal Data" and the amendments introduced by Federal Law No. 420-FZ of 04.08.2023, which recognize cookies as personal data and introduce requirements for prior consent and consent logging.

1. Definitions
Cookie file — a small piece of data stored by the browser on the user's device when visiting a website.
Consent — a free, specific, informed, and conscious confirmation by the data subject of the processing of their personal data (Art. 9 of Federal Law 152-FZ).
Consent Log — an electronic database recording the date, time, IP, user-agent, banner version, and choice made ("Accept", "Configure", "Decline") with a storage period of ≥ 3 years (Part 8, Art. 5.1 of Federal Law 152-FZ).
Prior consent — a regime where any cookies not related to technical ones are installed only after obtaining consent (para. 5, part 5, art. 18 of Federal Law 152-FZ as amended by Federal Law 420-FZ).

2. Cookie Categories
Only category 2.1 is loaded before consent is given.
2.1 Technical — ensure basic functionality: correct page loading, authorization, saving the selected language, banner operation. Processed on the basis of paragraph 4, part 1, article 6 of Federal Law 152-FZ (fulfillment of user request).
2.2 Functional — remember individual interface settings (theme, font size). Require consent.
2.3 Analytical — collect aggregated visitor statistics (Yandex.Metrica, VK Pixel). Require consent.
2.4 Advertising — used for retargeting and ad personalization (Yandex Direct, VK Ads). Require consent.
Cookie lifespan is limited: technical — up to 1 year, functional and analytical — 13 months, advertising — 9–12 months.

3. Legal basis
Categories 2.2–2.4 are processed based on the consent of the personal data subject (para. 1, part 1, art. 6 of Federal Law 152). Technical cookies are processed without consent to fulfill the contract and provide the service (subpara. 5, para. 1, art. 6).

4. Obtaining and withdrawing consent
Upon the first visit, a banner with three buttons is displayed: “Accept all”, “Customize”, “Decline”. Only category 2.1 is loaded before a choice is made.
Clicking “Accept all” automatically activates categories 2.2–2.4 by default. “Customize” allows detailed selection of categories. “Decline” prohibits categories 2.2–2.4.
Consent/refusal is recorded in the consent log, which is stored for at least 3 years after withdrawal (part 8, art. 5.1).
The user can withdraw consent at any time: via the banner icon “⚙️ Cookie settings” or by e-mail pr@starchunion.com. Processing of withdrawal — ≤ 3 business days (part 7, art. 5.1). If necessary, the period may be extended to 10 business days with user notification (part 7).

5. Managing cookies in your browser
The user can delete or block cookies through browser settings (Chrome, Firefox, Safari, Edge, Opera). However, disabling technical cookies may limit the functionality of the Services.

6. Storage and Security
The consent log is stored in a secure cloud storage with AES-256 encryption, daily backup, and role-based employee access (Part 2, Article 19 of 152-FZ).

7. Cross-border transfer
Cross-border transfer of cookies is permitted only if Article 12 of 152-FZ is observed and separate user consent is obtained.

8. Responsibility
Violation of the cookie processing procedure may result in an administrative fine of up to 15 million ₽ or 3% of annual revenue (Part 10, Article 13.11 of the Code of Administrative Offenses of the Russian Federation, ed. 420-FZ).

9. Policy Updates
The current version is available at https://prostarch.ru/en/cookies. Changes take effect immediately upon publication.

10. Contacts
E-mail: pr@starchunion.com · Tel: +79615276412

Last updated: 15.10.2025