Cookie Policy
Wellnesseathabits.info
Last updated: January 2024
Radićeva 77, Zagreb
Introduction
This Cookie Policy explains how Wellness Eat Habits ("we," "us," "our," or "Company") uses cookies and similar tracking technologies on our website wellnesseathabits.info. We are committed to transparency about our data practices and providing you with clear information about how cookies are used.
By accessing and using our website, you acknowledge that you have read and understood this Cookie Policy. If you do not agree with our use of cookies, please adjust your browser settings accordingly.
What Are Cookies?
Cookies are small text files that are stored on your device (computer, tablet, or mobile phone) when you visit a website. These files contain information about your browsing activity and preferences. Cookies are widely used on the internet to enhance user experience and website functionality.
There are two main types of cookies based on duration:
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Session Cookies: These are temporary cookies that are deleted when you close your browser. They help maintain your session while you navigate the website.
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Persistent Cookies: These cookies remain on your device for a specified period, even after you close your browser. They help remember your preferences during future visits.
Types of Cookies We Use
1. Essential/Necessary Cookies
These cookies are strictly necessary for the website to function properly. They enable core functionality such as page navigation, access to secure areas, and content delivery. Without these cookies, the website cannot operate effectively. These cookies do not require user consent as they are essential for the service you have requested.
2. Performance/Analytics Cookies
We use analytics cookies to understand how visitors interact with our website. These cookies collect information about pages visited, time spent on pages, and user interactions. This data helps us improve our content, identify technical issues, and optimize the overall user experience. Analytics data is processed in an anonymized manner.
3. Functional Cookies
These cookies remember your preferences and choices to provide a personalized experience. For example, they may remember your language preference, theme selection, or previously visited articles. This enhances your browsing experience by tailoring content to your needs.
4. Advertising/Marketing Cookies
We may use cookies to display relevant content and manage our editorial partnerships. These cookies help us understand which articles and topics are most valuable to our readers and allow us to serve appropriate editorial content. You may opt out of these cookies at any time.
5. Third-Party Cookies
Our website may contain content or services from third-party providers (such as analytics services, content delivery networks, or embedded media players). These third parties may set their own cookies on your device. We are not responsible for third-party cookies, and you should review their privacy policies to understand their practices.
How We Use Cookies
Wellness Eat Habits uses cookies for the following purposes:
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Website Functionality: Ensuring the website loads correctly and functions smoothly across all devices.
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Content Optimization: Analyzing which articles and topics generate the most reader engagement to inform editorial decisions.
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User Preferences: Remembering your language choice, reading preferences, and browsing history for a personalized experience.
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Traffic Analysis: Understanding visitor behavior, traffic sources, and user flow to improve website design and content structure.
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Security: Protecting against fraud and maintaining the security of our editorial platform.
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Editorial Partnerships: Managing relationships with content partners and measuring the success of collaborative content initiatives.
Managing Your Cookie Preferences
Browser Settings
Most web browsers allow you to control cookies through their settings. You can typically find cookie settings in your browser's preferences or privacy section. Here's how to manage cookies in popular browsers:
- Chrome: Settings → Privacy and security → Cookies and other site data
- Firefox: Preferences → Privacy & Security → Cookies and Site Data
- Safari: Preferences → Privacy → Cookies and website data
- Edge: Settings → Privacy, search, and services → Clear browsing data
Cookie Consent Tool
When you first visit our website, a cookie consent banner appears. You can use this tool to accept or reject non-essential cookies. You can also change your preferences at any time by clicking on the cookie settings link typically found in the footer of our website.
Opt-Out Services
For analytics and advertising cookies, you may use third-party opt-out tools such as the Network Advertising Initiative (NAI) opt-out or the Digital Advertising Alliance (DAA) opt-out. These services allow you to manage your preferences across multiple websites.
Note: Disabling cookies may affect the functionality of our website and your browsing experience. Essential cookies cannot be disabled as they are necessary for the website to function.
Our Cookie List
Below is a detailed list of cookies used on wellnesseathabits.info:
| Cookie Name | Type | Duration | Purpose |
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| PHPSESSID | Essential | Session | Maintains user session and website functionality |
| wea_consent | Essential | 12 months | Stores your cookie consent preferences |
| wea_language | Functional | 12 months | Remembers your language preference |
| wea_reading_pref | Functional | 6 months | Stores your content preferences and reading history |
| _ga | Analytics | 2 years | Google Analytics - tracks unique visitors |
| _gid | Analytics | 24 hours | Google Analytics - tracks page views and user interactions |
| _gat | Analytics | 1 minute | Google Analytics - throttles request rate |
| wea_utm_source | Analytics | Session | Tracks traffic source and referral information |
| wea_article_views | Functional | 30 days | Tracks articles you've read for personalization |
| wea_newsletter_pref | Functional | 6 months | Stores your newsletter subscription preferences |
Data Security
We take the security of cookie data seriously. All data collected through cookies is stored securely and protected against unauthorized access. We use industry-standard encryption and security protocols to safeguard your information.
Cookie data is retained only for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes described in this policy. For more information about how we handle your data, please review our Privacy Policy or send feedback about our data practices to our editorial team.
Third-Party Services
Our website integrates with the following third-party services that may set cookies:
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Google Analytics: Analyzes user behavior and traffic patterns. Google Privacy Policy
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Content Delivery Networks (CDN): Optimizes content delivery and website performance
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Embedded Media Players: Powers video and audio content on our articles
We encourage you to review the privacy policies of these third-party services to understand their data practices.
Legal Basis for Cookies
Under EU regulations (ePrivacy Directive and GDPR), we use cookies based on the following legal grounds:
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Consent: For non-essential cookies, we obtain your explicit consent through our cookie consent tool
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Legitimate Interest: Essential cookies are used based on our legitimate interest in maintaining a functional website
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Contract Performance: Some cookies are necessary to fulfill the services you request
You have the right to withdraw your consent for non-essential cookies at any time using our cookie management tools.
Cookie Retention
We retain cookies only for as long as necessary to serve the purposes outlined in this policy:
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Session Cookies: Automatically deleted when you close your browser
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Essential Persistent Cookies: Retained for up to 12 months or as needed for website functionality
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Analytics Cookies: Retained for up to 2 years for statistical analysis
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Functional Cookies: Retained for 6-12 months to maintain your preferences
You can delete cookies manually through your browser settings at any time, or clear all cookies when you close your browser.
International Data Transfers
Some third-party services we use (such as Google Analytics) may transfer cookie data to the United States or other countries. These transfers comply with applicable international data protection regulations and adequate safeguards. By using our website, you consent to such transfers.