Cookie Policy
Last updated: January 2024
This Cookie Policy explains how Dietary Planning Hub Info uses cookies and similar tracking technologies on our website.
What Are Cookies?
Cookies are small text files stored on your device (computer, tablet, or mobile phone) when you visit our website. They help us understand how you interact with our content and improve your browsing experience. Cookies are widely used and are essential to how the internet works.
Types of Cookies We Use
Essential Cookies
These cookies are necessary for the website to function properly. They enable core functionality such as:
- User authentication and security
- Content delivery and loading
- Session management
- CSRF protection
These cookies are mandatory and cannot be disabled.
Performance Cookies
These cookies help us understand how visitors interact with our website. We use them to measure website performance and improve user experience, including:
- Analytics data collection (via Google Analytics)
- Tracking page views and navigation patterns
- Identifying technical issues
- Monitoring site performance and speed
Functional Cookies
These cookies enable enhanced functionality and personalization, such as:
- Remembering user preferences
- Storing language and display settings
- Maintaining user theme preferences
- Remembering previously viewed articles
Marketing Cookies
We may use cookies for marketing purposes to understand our audience better, including:
- Tracking traffic source and referrals
- Understanding audience demographics
- Measuring content effectiveness
- Improving content recommendations
How We Use Cookies
Dietary Planning Hub Info uses cookies for the following purposes:
- • Website Functionality: Ensuring our website operates smoothly and securely
- • Analytics: Understanding visitor behavior to improve editorial content and user experience
- • User Preferences: Remembering your settings and preferences for future visits
- • Content Improvement: Analyzing which articles are most valuable to our readers
- • Security: Protecting against fraudulent activity and unauthorized access
Detailed Cookie List
| Cookie Name | Type | Duration | Purpose |
|---|---|---|---|
| PHPSESSID | Essential | Session | User session management |
| _ga | Performance | 2 years | Google Analytics tracking |
| _gid | Performance | 24 hours | Google Analytics session ID |
| user_preferences | Functional | 1 year | Stores language and theme preferences |
| csrf_token | Essential | Session | CSRF attack prevention |
| read_articles | Functional | 90 days | Tracks recently viewed articles |
| consent_banner | Essential | 1 year | Remembers cookie consent choice |
| utm_source, utm_medium | Marketing | Session | Tracks traffic sources |
Note: We do not use third-party cookies for tracking or advertising purposes. All cookies listed above are either essential for website operation or used for analytics and user experience improvement only.
Managing Your Cookies
Browser Settings
You can control cookies through your browser settings. Most browsers allow you to:
- View cookies stored on your device
- Block all cookies or specific types of cookies
- Delete cookies when you close your browser
- Receive notifications when new cookies are created
Please note: Disabling essential cookies may affect website functionality and your ability to access certain features.
Do Not Track (DNT)
If your browser supports Do Not Track technology and you have enabled it, we respect this preference. However, some website features may function differently with DNT enabled.
Disabling Analytics
To prevent Google Analytics from collecting your data, you can:
- Install the Google Analytics Opt-out Browser Add-on
- Adjust your privacy settings in your browser
- Configure your browser to block tracking scripts
Cookie Consent
When you first visit our website, we display a cookie consent banner. This banner allows you to:
- ✓ Accept all cookies to enable the full range of features
- ✓ Accept only essential cookies for basic website functionality
- ✓ Customize your cookie preferences in detail
Your consent choice is stored in a cookie for one year. You can change your preferences at any time by clicking the cookie settings option in the footer of this website.
Third-Party Services
Google Analytics
Our website uses Google Analytics, a web analytics service provided by Google Inc. Google Analytics uses cookies to help us analyze how users interact with our site.
Google may use this information to:
- Compile reports on website activity
- Provide insights about visitor behavior
- Improve website functionality
For more information about Google Analytics privacy practices, please visit Google Analytics Terms of Service and Google Privacy Policy.
Privacy and Data Protection
We take your privacy seriously. The information collected through cookies is handled in accordance with applicable data protection laws, including GDPR where applicable. Cookies do not contain personally identifiable information unless you choose to provide it.
For detailed information about how we collect, use, and protect your data, please read our Privacy Statement.
Updates to This Cookie Policy
We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices, technology, legal requirements, or other factors. Any changes will be posted on this page with an updated "Last updated" date. We encourage you to review this policy periodically to stay informed about how we use cookies.
Questions About Our Cookie Policy?
If you have questions about this Cookie Policy or how we use cookies, our editorial team is happy to help.
Send us feedback about this policy:
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Stuttgart, Germany
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