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Cookie Policy

Learn how Balanced Diet Expert uses cookies and how to manage your preferences

Last updated: January 2025 | balanceddietexpert.info

What Are Cookies?

Cookies are small text files stored on your device when you visit our website. They help us understand how you use our content, improve your browsing experience, and maintain essential website functions. We are committed to transparent and responsible cookie use.

Types of Cookies We Use

Essential Cookies

These cookies are necessary for the website to function properly. They enable core functionality such as page navigation, security, and access to restricted areas.

• Session management and user authentication
• Security and fraud prevention
• Load balancing across servers
• Content delivery and caching

Status: Always enabled (cannot be disabled)

Performance & Analytics Cookies

These cookies collect information about how visitors use our website, including which articles are most popular, how long users spend on pages, and how they navigate our content.

• Page load times and performance metrics
• User behavior and interaction patterns
• Article engagement and reading time
• Traffic sources and referral information

Provider: Google Analytics

Functional Cookies

These cookies enhance your browsing experience by remembering your preferences and previous interactions with our website.

• Language and region preferences
• Theme selection (dark/light mode)
• Saved reading preferences
• Bookmarked articles

Status: Can be managed through browser settings

Marketing & Advertising Cookies

These cookies track your interests and browsing habits to deliver relevant content recommendations and understand the effectiveness of our editorial outreach.

• Content recommendations based on reading history
• Social media integration and sharing
• Campaign performance measurement
• Cross-site tracking for relevant content discovery

Status: Requires your consent

How We Use Cookies

Content Personalization

We use cookies to remember your preferences and provide personalized article recommendations based on your reading history.

Website Analytics

Cookies help us understand which articles are most popular, how readers navigate our site, and where improvements can be made to your experience.

Security & Protection

Essential cookies protect your data and prevent unauthorized access to your account and personal information.

Editorial Insights

We analyze cookie data to understand reader interests and inform our editorial decisions and content strategy.

Social Media Integration

Cookies enable social sharing features and track engagement when our content is shared on social platforms.

Cookie List

Cookie Name	Type	Provider	Duration	Purpose
PHPSESSID	Essential	balanceddietexpert.info	Session	Session management and user authentication
_ga	Analytics	Google Analytics	2 years	Unique user identification for analytics
_gid	Analytics	Google Analytics	24 hours	Session identification for analytics
_gat	Analytics	Google Analytics	1 minute	Request throttling for analytics
user_preferences	Functional	balanceddietexpert.info	1 year	Stores language and theme preferences
article_history	Functional	balanceddietexpert.info	6 months	Reading history for content recommendations
utm_*	Marketing	balanceddietexpert.info	Session	Campaign and referral source tracking
fb_*	Marketing	Facebook	90 days	Social media tracking and sharing integration

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Managing Your Cookie Preferences

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Consent Banner

When you first visit our website, a cookie consent banner will appear. You can choose to accept all cookies or customize which types of cookies you allow. Your preferences are stored and can be changed at any time.

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Browser Settings

You can manage cookies through your browser settings. Most browsers allow you to:

• Block all cookies
• Block third-party cookies
• Delete existing cookies
• Receive warnings before cookies are set

Note: Blocking essential cookies may affect website functionality.

Your Rights

Under data protection laws, you have the right to:

• Know what cookies we use
• Accept or reject non-essential cookies
• Withdraw consent at any time
• Access your personal data

Browser-Specific Instructions

For detailed instructions on managing cookies in your browser, visit:

• Chrome: Settings → Privacy and Security → Cookies and other site data
• Firefox: Options → Privacy & Security → Cookies and Site Data
• Safari: Preferences → Privacy → Cookies and website data
• Edge: Settings → Privacy → Cookies and other site data

Third-Party Cookie Services

We use cookies from trusted third-party providers to enhance your experience:

Google Analytics

Helps us understand visitor behavior and article performance.

Privacy Policy: policies.google.com/privacy

Facebook Pixel

Tracks social sharing and engagement with our content.

Privacy Policy: facebook.com/privacy

Content Delivery Network (CDN)

Ensures fast and reliable delivery of articles and media content to readers worldwide.

These cookies optimize performance only and do not track personal data.

Data Security

We take the security of cookie data seriously. All essential cookies are transmitted over encrypted connections (HTTPS) and stored securely. Analytics data is anonymized and aggregated to protect individual privacy.

For more information about how we handle your data, please read our Privacy Disclaimer.

Questions About Our Cookie Policy?

If you have questions about our use of cookies or how your data is handled, our editorial team is here to help. Please reach out with your concerns or suggestions about our content and site practices.

Contact Information:
Balanced Diet Expert
Petőfi utca 47
Debrecen, Hungary

For content questions and feedback: [email protected]

Policy Updates

We may update this Cookie Policy periodically to reflect changes in our practices or applicable laws. We will notify you of significant changes through a banner notification on our website. Your continued use of our site after changes indicates your acceptance of the updated policy.

Last updated: January 2025