Cookie Policy
Last updated: 21 September 2025
1. About This Policy
This Cookie Policy explains how Pract.is ("we", "our", "us") uses cookies and similar technologies on https://pract.is. It also explains your rights and how you can manage your cookie preferences in line with the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR), the ePrivacy Directive, and other applicable privacy laws.
We are the data controller responsible for personal data collected through cookies. You can contact us at:
Pract.is, Mölker Gasse 4, Vienna, Austria
2. What Are Cookies
Cookies are small text files placed on your device when you visit our website. They serve various functions, such as enabling core site features, improving performance, personalizing your experience, and delivering relevant advertising.
3. Types of Cookies We Use
(a) Strictly Necessary Cookies
Purpose: Enable the website to function (cannot be disabled).
Legal basis: Legitimate interest (GDPR Art. 6(1)(f)).
Examples: Authentication, user session management, site security.
(b) Performance / Analytics Cookies
Purpose: Measure site traffic and usage to improve performance.
Legal basis: Consent (GDPR Art. 6(1)(a)).
Examples: Google Analytics (_ga, _gid, _gat) – Retention: 26 months; Hotjar (hjid, hjActiveViewportIds) – Retention: 12 months.
(c) Functional Cookies
Purpose: Store preferences such as language or display settings.
Legal basis: Consent.
Examples: Theme settings, region preferences.
(d) Advertising / Personalization Cookies
Purpose: Deliver relevant ads and track effectiveness.
Legal basis: Consent.
Examples: Google Ads (_gcl_au, _gcl_aw) – Retention: 24 months; Facebook Pixel (_fbp, _fbc) – Retention: 24 months.
4. Cookie Table
| Service | Cookie Names | Purpose | Retention | Provider Policy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Google Analytics | _ga, _gid, _gat | Website analytics | 26 months | Google Privacy Policy |
| Google Ads | _gcl_au, _gcl_aw | Advertising | 24 months | Google Privacy Policy |
| Hotjar | hjid, hjActiveViewportIds | User experience analytics | 12 months | Hotjar Privacy Policy |
| Facebook Pixel | _fbp, _fbc | Advertising / tracking | 24 months | Meta Privacy Policy |
(This list is updated regularly to reflect actual cookies used.)
5. Managing Your Preferences
- On your first visit, we will only set strictly necessary cookies.
- All other cookies will be placed only if you give explicit consent.
- You can consent by category (analytics, functional, advertising) using our cookie banner.
- You may withdraw or change consent at any time by clicking “Cookie Settings” in the footer.
- Blocking cookies may affect your user experience.
- We also respect Global Privacy Control (GPC) signals automatically.
You can change your cookie preferences at any time by clicking the "Cookie Settings" link in our website footer or by clicking the button below.
6. Your Rights
If you are in the EU/UK, you have the right to:
- Withdraw consent at any time
- Request access, deletion, or portability of data linked to cookies
- File a complaint with a supervisory authority
If you are a California resident, you have rights under CCPA to opt out of the sale/sharing of personal data.
7. Contact Us
If you have questions or want to exercise your rights, contact us:
Pract.is, Mölker Gasse 4, Vienna, Austria