Cookie Policy
Last updated: January 2024
At Malenutritionwisdom, we use cookies and similar tracking technologies to enhance your experience on our platform. This policy explains what cookies are, how we use them, and how you can manage your preferences.
Our Location: Station Road 165, Liverpool
What Are Cookies?
Cookies are small text files stored on your device (computer, tablet, or smartphone) when you visit our website. They contain information about your browsing activity and preferences, allowing websites to recognize you on subsequent visits.
Cookies are essential for many modern websites to function properly. They help us understand how readers interact with our editorial content, improve site performance, and deliver a personalized experience.
Types of Cookies We Use
1. Essential Cookies
These cookies are necessary for the website to function properly. They enable core functionality such as page navigation, access to secure areas, and session management. Without these cookies, our website cannot operate effectively.
- Session authentication
- Security and fraud prevention
- Load balancing
- User preference settings
2. Analytics Cookies
These cookies help us understand how readers engage with our content. They track metrics such as page views, article engagement, bounce rates, and user journey patterns. This information helps our editorial team create more relevant and valuable content.
- Page views and visit duration
- Article interaction metrics
- Traffic sources and referrers
- Device and browser information
3. Preference Cookies
These cookies remember your choices to provide a personalized reading experience. They store information about your language preferences, display settings, and content preferences.
- Language and regional settings
- Content display preferences
- Font size and theme selection
- Saved article preferences
4. Third-Party Cookies
Third-party services embedded in our content may set their own cookies. These are typically used for analytics, content delivery, and social media integration. We do not control these cookies directly.
- Analytics platforms (Google Analytics)
- Social media sharing features
- Content delivery networks
- Video and media players
How We Use Cookies
As an editorial and informational platform, we use cookies to:
- ✓ Improve Content Quality: Track which articles and topics resonate most with our readers to guide editorial decisions.
- ✓ Enhance User Experience: Remember your preferences and settings for seamless site navigation.
- ✓ Analyze Site Performance: Measure page load times, user behavior, and technical performance metrics.
- ✓ Prevent Security Threats: Protect against fraudulent activity and unauthorized access.
- ✓ Support Social Sharing: Enable readers to easily share articles across social platforms.
Cookie Directory
| Cookie Name | Type | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| PHPSESSID | Essential | Session management and authentication | Session |
| _ga | Analytics | Google Analytics user identification | 2 years |
| _gid | Analytics | Google Analytics session tracking | 24 hours |
| user_preferences | Preference | Language, theme, and display settings | 1 year |
| article_history | Preference | Remembers recently read articles | 30 days |
| consent_status | Essential | Stores your cookie consent preferences | 1 year |
| __Secure-3PSID | Third-Party | Google services for content delivery | 1 year |
| facebook_pixel | Third-Party | Social sharing and analytics | Variable |
Managing Your Cookies
Browser Settings
Most web browsers allow you to control cookies through their settings. You can:
- View and delete cookies stored on your device
- Block all cookies or only third-party cookies
- Clear cookies automatically when closing your browser
- Allow cookies for specific websites
Instructions for managing cookies vary by browser. Visit your browser's help menu or search for "cookie settings" in your browser's privacy options.
Cookie Consent on Our Site
When you first visit our site, you'll see a cookie consent banner. You can:
- Accept All: Enable all cookie types for the full experience
- Reject Non-Essential: Disable analytics and preference cookies while keeping essential cookies active
- Manage Preferences: Choose which types of cookies to allow
Do Not Track
Some browsers include a "Do Not Track" feature. While we respect this preference, please note that most websites and services do not currently change their behavior in response to this signal. We recommend adjusting your cookie settings directly if you prefer to limit tracking.
Impact of Disabling Cookies
Please Note:
Disabling essential cookies may affect your ability to use certain features of our site, including:
- User authentication and login functionality
- Session management and page navigation
- Secure access to protected content areas
You can safely disable analytics and preference cookies without affecting core functionality. However, your experience may be less personalized.
Third-Party Cookie Information
We use the following third-party services that may set their own cookies:
Google Analytics
Helps us understand reader behavior and content performance.
Content Delivery Networks (CDN)
Optimize website speed and content delivery to readers worldwide.
Social Media Platforms
Enable article sharing and social integration features.
Legal Basis for Cookie Use
Our use of cookies is based on:
- • Legitimate Interest: To provide a functional website, understand reader engagement with editorial content, and improve our platform
- • Consent: Where required by law, we obtain explicit consent for non-essential cookies through our banner
- • Legal Obligation: To comply with applicable privacy regulations and security requirements
Questions About Our Cookie Policy?
If you have questions about our cookie practices or how we use information about your browsing activity, our editorial team is happy to help.
Location:
Station Road 165
Liverpool
For content-related questions or feedback about our articles, please [email protected].
Policy Updates
We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices, technology, legal requirements, or other factors. When we make material changes, we will notify you by updating the "Last updated" date at the top of this page.
We encourage you to review this policy periodically to stay informed about how we use cookies. Your continued use of our site after any changes constitutes your acceptance of the updated policy.