Cookie Policy
Website: vip.drawing-dog.com
Platform: GetCourse
Effective date: October 7, 2025
1. Terms and Definitions
Cookies are small text files stored on the User’s device (computer, tablet, smartphone, etc.) when visiting the Website.
Website means the online resource vip.drawing-dog.com, through which the User accesses educational materials, personal accounts, and other school services.
School refers to the online school Drawing Dog, the provider of educational services.
GetCourse Platform refers to the software environment on which the Website operates.
User means any person visiting the Website and/or registering to use the services.
2. Types of Cookies and Their Purpose
Necessary (technical) cookies ensure the proper functioning of the Website, user authentication, secure connections, and stable operation of forms and user accounts.
Analytical cookies include built-in mechanisms of the GetCourse platform and third-party services (such as Yandex.Metrica, Google Analytics) that help evaluate user activity and improve the Website’s performance.
Advertising cookies are used by analytics and social media services (Facebook, Google) to analyze advertising effectiveness and user interaction with content.
3. GetCourse Platform Cookies
The GetCourse platform may automatically set and use cookies required for system functionality.
| Cookie Name | Type | Storage Period | Purpose |
|---|---|---|---|
| dd_bdfhyr | Technical | 24 hours | Used for security and protection |
| gc_counter_xxxxxx | Analytical | 24 hours | Stores summary data about the user: ID, last activity date, UTM tag ID, partner code, advertising offer ID |
| gc_visit_xxxxxx | Analytical | 24 hours | Used for the traffic analysis module |
| gc_visitor_xxxxxx | Analytical | 24 hours | Used for the traffic analysis module |
| PHPSESSID5 | Technical | 1 month | Stores session identifier allowing the server to recognize the user between requests |
| x-chatium-unique-id | Technical | 1 month | Used for GC Ads and Funnel modules |
| x-chtm-uid | Analytical | 24 hours | Used for GC Ads and Funnel modules |
| x-chtm-uid-sid | Analytical | 24 hours | Used for GC Ads and Funnel modules |
Note: The characters xxxxxx in the name represent a variable part (unique user or session identifier).
4. Third-Party Service Cookies
The website vip.drawing-dog.com uses cookies from third-party analytics and advertising services to improve service quality, analyze traffic, and measure content effectiveness.
| Type of Cookie | Cookie Name | Storage Period | Purpose | Where Data Is Stored |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Analytical | _ym_metrika_enabled | 60 minutes | Checks whether other Yandex.Metrica cookies are properly installed | Stored on Yandex servers |
| Analytical | _ga | 2 years | Used to identify the visitor and is updated with each interaction with the website | Stored on Google Analytics servers |
| Advertising | _fbp | 3 months | Used by Facebook to deliver advertising and analyze conversions | Stored on Facebook servers |
Additional third-party cookies may be used similarly when other analytics or advertising tools are connected.
5. Storage of Data and Use of Email
The email address provided by the User during registration or login may be linked to authentication cookies. This information is used solely to provide access to courses, notifications, and technical support.
We do not share this data with third parties and do not use it for advertising or analytics without the User’s separate consent.
6. Managing Cookies
Most browsers accept cookies automatically. The User can change browser settings to block cookies. However, disabling cookies may result in some Website functions (authorization, forms, page transitions) not working correctly.
7. Data Protection
Information collected through cookies is protected by technical and organizational measures that prevent unauthorized access, alteration, or destruction of data. The GetCourse platform and third-party analytics services (Yandex, Google, Facebook) apply modern data protection and encryption standards.
8. Changes to the Policy
The online school Drawing Dog reserves the right to modify this Policy. The current version is always available on the Website vip.drawing-dog.com. Changes become effective upon publication of the new version.
9. Contact Information
For questions related to the use of cookies or personal data protection, please contact:
📧 admin@drawing-dog.com