Cookie Policy for Partoska Laboratory website

1. Fabrika Charvát s.r.o., ID No.: 23435526, with registered office at Příčná 1892/4, 110 00 Praha, registered in the Commercial Register maintained by the Municipal Court at Prague under file No. C 426255, is the operator (hereinafter referred to as "Operator") of a set of applications, web interface and other functionally or technically related hardware and software (hereinafter referred to as "Platform") used to provide access to the services provided by the Operator.

2. Through the Platform, the Operator provides services to you as a third party (hereinafter referred to as "You" or also "User"), in particular related to the functionalities of the Partoska Laboratory website (hereinafter referred to as "Partoska" and "Services").

3. This Cookie Policy explains how the Operator uses cookies and similar technologies to recognize Users when they visit the Platform and use the Services (hereinafter referred to as "Cookie Policy").

4. This Cookie Policy should be read in conjunction with the Privacy Policy, which provides detailed information about how the Operator collects, uses, and protects personal data.

1. Cookies are small data files that are placed on the User's computer or mobile device when the User visits a website. Cookies are widely used by website operators to make their websites function properly, to improve efficiency, and to provide reporting information.

2. Cookies set by the website operator (in this case, the Operator through the Platform) are called "first-party cookies". Cookies set by parties other than the website operator are called "third-party cookies". Third-party cookies enable third-party features or functionality to be provided on or through the Platform.

3. The Operator uses both first-party and third-party cookies on the Platform for the purposes described in this Cookie Policy.

1. The Operator uses the following categories of cookies on the Platform:

• a. Essential Cookies. These cookies are strictly necessary for the Platform to function properly. They enable core functionality such as security, session management, network management, and accessibility. The User may disable these cookies by changing browser settings, but this may affect how the Platform functions. Essential cookies include:
  

  Name	Purpose	Duration
  p6a_token	Maintains user session.	Session
  p6a_refresh	Restores user session.	30 days
  p6a_locale	Stores user's language preference.	Session
  p6a_device	Remembers user's device.	Session
  p6a_consent	Keeps user's cookie settings.	1 year

• b. Analytical Cookies. These cookies help the Operator understand how visitors interact with the Platform by collecting and reporting information. This data is used to improve the Platform's functionality and User experience. Analytical cookies are subject to the User's consent and can be controlled through the Cookie Settings available in the Platform menu. Analytical cookies include:
  

  Name	Purpose	Duration
  ph_[key]_posthog	Posthog - Tracks user behavior.	1 year

2. The Operator does not use advertising or marketing cookies on the Platform.

3. If the Operator introduces new categories of cookies in the future, this Cookie Policy will be updated accordingly and Users will be notified as required by applicable law.

1. The legal basis for using cookies depends on the category of cookie:

• a. Essential Cookies. The use of essential cookies is based on the Operator's legitimate interest in providing a functional and secure Platform. These cookies are necessary for the performance of the Agreement and the provision of the Services.
• b. Analytical Cookies. The use of analytical cookies is based on the User's consent. The User may grant or withdraw consent at any time through the Cookie Settings or the cookie consent banner displayed when first visiting the Platform.

2. Where consent is required, the Operator will not place non-essential cookies on the User's device until consent has been obtained.

1. Cookie Settings. The User can manage cookie preferences at any time through the Cookie Settings page available in the Platform menu. Through this interface, the User can:

• a. View which categories of cookies are currently enabled;
• b. Enable or disable analytical cookies;
• c. Withdraw previously granted consent.

2. Browser Settings. In addition to the Cookie Settings, the User can set the browser to refuse all or some cookies, or to alert the User when websites set or access cookies.

3. Consequences of Disabling Cookies. If the User disables or refuses cookies, some parts of the Platform may become inaccessible or may not function properly. In particular:

• a. Disabling essential cookies may prevent the User from logging in, maintaining a session, or using core Platform functionality;
• b. Disabling analytical cookies will not affect Platform functionality but will limit the Operator's ability to improve the Services based on usage data.

1. The Operator uses third-party services that may place cookies on the User's device. Information about the third-party services used by the Operator and the cookies they place is provided in this Section and in the Appendices to the Privacy Policy.

2. PostHog Analytics. The Operator uses PostHog for analytical purposes. PostHog places cookies to track User behavior and interactions with the Platform. Detailed information about PostHog, including the data processed and the User's control options, is provided in Appendix A of the Privacy Policy.

3. The Operator is not responsible for the cookie practices of third parties. Users are encouraged to review the privacy and cookie policies of any third-party services.

1. The Operator may update this Cookie Policy from time to time to reflect changes in the cookies used, the Services, applicable legal requirements, or other operational, legal, or regulatory reasons.

2. When the Operator makes changes to this Cookie Policy, the Operator will:

• a. Update the "Last Change" date at the beginning of this document;
• b. Where changes are material, notify Users through appropriate means such as a prominent notice on the Platform or through the Platform user interface.

3. Material changes to this Cookie Policy will take effect on the date specified in the notice provided to Users. Non-material changes may take effect immediately upon posting the updated Cookie Policy.

4. Users are encouraged to review this Cookie Policy periodically to stay informed about the Operator's use of cookies.

1. If the User has any questions about the Operator's use of cookies or this Cookie Policy, the User may contact the Operator:

• a. Fabrika Charvát s.r.o., Příčná 1892/4, 110 00 Praha, Czech Republic;
• b. Through the contact form or support features available in the Platform user interface.

2. For questions about personal data and privacy, Users should refer to the Privacy Policy.