Cookie Policy
Last updated: January 2025
Introduction
Consultnutritionist.info ("we," "us," or "our") uses cookies and similar technologies to enhance your browsing experience on our editorial platform. This Cookie Policy explains what cookies are, how we use them, and your rights regarding their use.
Our website is an informational and editorial platform dedicated to nutrition content, articles, and resources. We use cookies solely to improve functionality and understand reader engagement with our content.
What Are Cookies?
Cookies are small text files stored on your device (computer, tablet, or mobile phone) when you visit a website. They contain information that allows websites to remember your preferences, track activity, and personalize your experience on return visits.
Note: Cookies themselves are not harmful and do not contain viruses or malware. However, they do store information about your browsing behavior.
Types of Cookies We Use
1. Essential Cookies
These cookies are strictly necessary for the website to function properly. They enable core functionality such as page navigation, security, and access to restricted areas of the site.
Examples: Session tokens, CSRF protection, authentication cookies
2. Performance & Analytics Cookies
We use these cookies to analyze how readers interact with our content, including which articles are most popular, how long visitors spend on pages, and navigation patterns.
Purpose: Understanding reader behavior helps us improve our editorial content and website structure
3. Functionality Cookies
These cookies remember your preferences and choices to enhance your browsing experience, such as language selection, text size, and reading preferences.
Examples: Language preference, article bookmarks, theme selection
4. Third-Party Cookies
Third-party service providers (such as analytics platforms) may set cookies to monitor performance and user engagement across our site.
Note: Third-party cookies are subject to their respective privacy policies
How We Use Cookies
Content Improvement
Analyzing which nutrition articles and topics resonate most with our readers
Site Performance
Monitoring page load times, errors, and overall technical performance
User Preferences
Remembering your reading preferences and site customization choices
Security
Protecting the site from fraud and unauthorized access
Managing Your Cookies
Browser Settings
You can control cookies through your web browser settings. Most browsers allow you to:
- View cookies stored on your device
- Accept or reject specific types of cookies
- Delete cookies automatically when closing your browser
- Disable cookies entirely (though this may affect site functionality)
Cookie Management Options
When you first visit our site, you'll see a cookie consent banner. You can:
- Accept all cookies to use the full site experience
- Accept only essential cookies for basic functionality
- Customize your cookie preferences
- Withdraw consent at any time through our cookie settings
Third-Party Tools
You can opt out of personalized advertising across websites by visiting industry opt-out tools such as the Digital Advertising Alliance (DAA) or Your Online Choices.
Detailed Cookie List
| Cookie Name | Type | Duration | Purpose |
|---|---|---|---|
| PHPSESSID | Essential | Session | User session management and authentication |
| csrf_token | Essential | Session | Security protection against cross-site requests |
| _ga | Analytics | 2 years | Google Analytics - identifies unique visitors |
| _ga_[ID] | Analytics | 2 years | Google Analytics - tracks session activity |
| _gid | Analytics | 24 hours | Google Analytics - temporary visitor identification |
| user_preferences | Functionality | 1 year | Stores reader preferences (language, text size) |
| article_history | Functionality | 30 days | Tracks recently viewed articles |
| cookie_consent | Essential | 1 year | Records user's cookie consent preferences |
This table represents the primary cookies used. Additional cookies may be set by third-party services. Specific cookie names and durations may vary.
Your Rights & Compliance
We respect your privacy rights. Depending on your location, you may have specific rights regarding cookies:
GDPR (EU & EEA Residents)
If you're in the EU or EEA, you have the right to:
- Withdraw consent to non-essential cookies at any time
- Request information about cookies used on our site
- Request deletion of cookies
- File a complaint with your data protection authority
California Residents (CCPA)
You have the right to know what cookies are collected and to request their deletion, subject to certain exceptions.
Do Not Track
Some browsers include a "Do Not Track" (DNT) feature. Currently, there is no industry standard for recognizing DNT signals. Our site does not currently respond to DNT browser signals, but we respect your privacy choices through cookie management tools.
Changes to This Policy
We may update this Cookie Policy periodically to reflect changes in our practices, technology, legal requirements, or other factors. The "Last updated" date at the top of this page indicates when it was most recently revised. We encourage you to review this policy regularly to stay informed about how we use cookies.
Contact Us
If you have questions about our Cookie Policy, our use of cookies, or your privacy, please contact us:
Consultnutritionist
Petőfi utca 198, Budapest, Hungary
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