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Cookie policy

The internet sites *.lsmu.lt and *.lsmuni.lt (hereinafter – Websites) use cookies. These are small data files (up to several KB) used in the browser of your device (computer, mobile phone or other smart device) when you browse the Websites.

All cookies used on the Websites (except for strictly mandatory (technical)) are used only with your prior consent. You can indicate your consent by clicking the “I Agree” button in the cookie bar that pops up on the Website.

This cookie policy is based on the Regulation (EU) 2016/679 of the European Parliament and of the Council of 27 April 2016 on the protection of individuals with regard to the processing of personal data and on the free movement of such data that is revoking Directive 95/46/EC (General Data Protection Regulation) and on the Law on Electronic Communications in the Republic of Lithuania.

Why do we use cookies?

We use cookies to achieve the following goals:

  • ensure smooth use of the functions of the Websites;
  • improve the operation of the Websites, to develop the existing services, to improve the functionality;
  • identify returning Website visitors;
  • analyze the habits of the Website visitors so that the Website operation is convenient, efficient and meets your needs and expectations.

What types of cookies do we use?

Technical/strictly mandatory cookies. These cookies are used to provide certain services on the Websites and to enable you to browse and use the features of the Websites.

Analytical cookies. These cookies collect information about your use of the Websites and help to improve the performance of the Websites. Analytical cookies do not collect your personal information; all information collected by these cookies is general and anonymous.

Advertising cookies. With the help of these cookies, we apply advertising or other targeted information that may be of interest to you, depending on your use of the Websites.

What cookies do we use?

You can find more information about the cookies used on the Websites and the purposes for which they are used, as well as the storage terms, in the table below:

Name of the cookieFunction of the cookieDescriptionTypeMoment of creationStorage period
LSMUSIS Language settings Used to determine the language used during the session Strictly mandatory (technical) Upon entering the Web page During the browsing session
Login Identification of the person Used to identify the logged in person, to perform the necessary system modules and functions through the functions assigned Strictly mandatory (technical) Upon logging in to the LSMU system During the browsing session
ASP.NET_SessionId User session support During the connection to the server, a cookie that does not transmit data is formed Strictly mandatory (technical) Upon entering the Web page During the browsing session
PHPSESSID Unique identifier Session ID cookie is used to ensure the functionality of the page Strictly mandatory (technical) Upon entering the Web page During the browsing session
has_js JavaScript support Used to check whether JavaScript support is enabled in the browser. Strictly mandatory (technical) Upon entering the Web page During the browsing session
SSESS[random 32 symbol row] Unique identifier Session ID cookie is used to ensure page functionality in multi-user systems Strictly mandatory (technical) Upon entering the Web page 24 days
MoodleSession Moodle support Used only when logged in to Moodle or if your browser is open. By means of this cookie, Moodle remembers your username when browsing pages and provides some consistency. Strictly mandatory (technical) Upon logging on to Moodle During the browsing session
_ga Google Analytics support The cookie is designed for the Google Analytics service to identify unique users Analytical, third party Upon entering the Web page Usually 2 years
_gid Google Analytics support The cookie is designed for the Google Analytics service to identify unique users Analytical, third party Upon entering the Web page Usually 24 hrs.
_gat_gtag_UA_[identifier] Google Analytics support Cookies are designed for the Google Analytics service to control the request level Analytical, third party Upon entering the Web page Usually 1 min.
_fr, _fbp Facebook pixel support Used to display Facebook ads Third party, marketing Upon entering the Web page During the browsing session

What do I need to know about using Google Analytics and Facebook Pixel?

We use Google, Inc. Google Analytics, a web analytics service that provides analysis of how the Websites are used. The information collected by Google Analytics is transmitted to and stored by Google (on servers located in the United States). Importantly, according to Google provided information, Google is committed to complying with the European Union and US Privacy Shield requirements.

Please note that Google may share the information collected by Google Analytics with third parties where required to do so by law, or where such third parties process the information on Google’s behalf. You can find more information in Google’s privacy and cookie policy.

We use Facebook Pixel as an analysis tool to evaluate the effectiveness of advertising. This tool helps us track Facebook ads, optimize ads based on the data we collect, create target audiences for future ads, and remarket to those who have already taken action on our site.

What is the validity period of cookies?

Most cookies are temporary and disappear when you end the session (i.e., close your browser). Other cookies are permanent; in this way, they will be stored on your computer for a period of time (the specific storage period for each cookie is listed in the table above).

Session cookies: these cookies exist from the moment you open the browser until you close it. Such cookies are automatically deleted when you close your browser.

Permanent cookies: these cookies are stored on your computer until they are deleted or expire.

How do I manage cookies?

Most web browsers are set to accept cookies automatically. You can configure your browser to refuse some or all cookies, or to ask for your permission before accepting them.

Please note that by deleting cookies or disabling the use of cookies in the future, you may not be able to access certain parts or functions of our Website. For information on how you can change your browser settings, visit www.aboutcookies.org or www.allaboutcookies.org.

Data manager

Lithuanian University of Health Sciences
A. Mickevičiaus str. 9, LT 44307 Kaunas
Tel.: +370 37 327201, E-mail: rektoratas@lsmuni.lt

If you have any questions about how we collect, use and store information, please contact us at duomenu.sauga@lsmu.lt