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Cookie Policy
Last updated: January 2024
This Cookie Policy explains how Balanced Nutrition School uses cookies and similar tracking technologies when you visit our website at balancednutritionschool.info.
The information on this site is for educational purposes only and does not constitute medical advice. Always consult a qualified healthcare professional before making health decisions.
What Are Cookies?
Cookies are small text files stored on your device when you visit a website. They serve various purposes, including remembering your preferences, understanding how you interact with our content, and improving your browsing experience.
Each cookie typically contains:
- A unique identifier
- The domain that placed the cookie
- An expiration date
- The path where the cookie applies
Types of Cookies We Use
1. Essential Cookies
These cookies are necessary for the website to function properly. They enable core functionality such as:
- Authentication and security features
- Content delivery and page loading
- User session management
- Form submission processing
You cannot opt out of essential cookies as they are required for the site to operate.
2. Analytics Cookies
We use analytics cookies to understand how readers interact with our editorial content. These cookies help us:
- Track page views and article engagement
- Monitor reader behavior and interests
- Identify which content is most valuable to our audience
- Improve article recommendations and navigation
- Measure the effectiveness of our educational content
Data collected is aggregated and anonymized for editorial insights.
3. Preference Cookies
These cookies remember your preferences and settings, including:
- Language preferences
- Accessibility settings
- Display preferences (dark mode, font size)
- Previously viewed articles
- Saved reading lists or bookmarks
These enhance your personal experience across visits.
4. Social Media Cookies
If you interact with social media content on our platform, social networks may set cookies to:
- Track content sharing
- Enable social sharing buttons
- Connect with your social media profiles
These are governed by the respective social media platforms' privacy policies.
Cookies Used on Our Site
| Cookie Name | Type | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| _ga | Analytics | Google Analytics - track unique users | 2 years |
| _gid | Analytics | Google Analytics - session identification | 24 hours |
| _gat | Analytics | Google Analytics - throttle request rate | 1 minute |
| PHPSESSID | Essential | PHP session management | Session |
| bns_preferences | Preference | User display and language preferences | 1 year |
| bns_reading_history | Preference | Track recently viewed articles | 6 months |
| consent_status | Essential | Remember cookie consent preferences | 1 year |
| facebook_pixel | Social | Facebook social sharing integration | Varies |
How We Use Cookies
Enhancing Editorial Experience
Cookies help us deliver content more effectively by remembering which articles you've read and your reading preferences.
Understanding Reader Behavior
Analytics cookies provide insights into which nutrition topics interest our readers most, guiding our editorial decisions and content recommendations.
Website Performance
We monitor page load times, navigation patterns, and user interactions to maintain and improve our site's performance and usability.
Security & Authentication
Essential cookies protect your account and ensure secure access to restricted content areas, if applicable.
Personalizing Your Visit
Preference cookies remember your language, accessibility settings, and display preferences for a more comfortable reading experience.
Managing Your Cookies
Updating Your Cookie Preferences
When you first visit our site, a cookie consent banner appears. You can:
- Accept all cookies
- Accept only essential cookies
- Customize your preferences
- Review and manage cookie settings at any time
Browser Controls
You can control cookies through your browser settings:
- Chrome: Settings > Privacy and security > Cookies and other site data
- Firefox: Preferences > Privacy & Security > Cookies and Site Data
- Safari: Preferences > Privacy > Manage Website Data
- Edge: Settings > Privacy, search, and services > Cookies and other site permissions
⚠️ Important Note
Disabling essential cookies may affect website functionality. Some features may not work properly if you block all cookies.
Third-Party Cookies
We partner with third-party services that may set their own cookies:
Google Analytics
Tracks anonymous usage statistics and visitor behavior for editorial analytics.
View Google Privacy Policy →Facebook Pixel
Enables social sharing integration and tracks article shares.
View Facebook Cookie Policy →Content Delivery Network (CDN)
Optimizes content delivery and performance optimization.
We do not control third-party cookies. Please review their respective privacy policies for more information.
Data Protection & Privacy
We take your privacy seriously:
- ✓ No personal data collection: Analytics cookies do not collect personally identifiable information unless you voluntarily provide it.
- ✓ GDPR Compliant: We comply with EU General Data Protection Regulation requirements for all visitors.
- ✓ Transparent practices: This policy clearly discloses our cookie usage and data practices.
- ✓ User control: You have the ability to manage and delete cookies at any time.
- ✓ Secure storage: Any data we collect is stored securely with appropriate safeguards.
Updates to This Policy
We may update this Cookie Policy periodically to reflect changes in our practices, technology, or legal requirements. We will notify users of material changes by:
- Posting the updated policy on this page
- Updating the "Last updated" date at the top of this policy
- Requesting renewed consent if required by law
Your continued use of balancednutritionschool.info indicates your acceptance of the updated Cookie Policy.
Questions About This Policy?
If you have questions or concerns about our cookie practices or privacy, please reach out to our editorial team:
Balanced Nutrition School
ul. Vitosha 26, Varna, Bulgaria
Email: [email protected]
We will respond to content inquiries and feedback regarding our editorial platform within 7-10 business days.
Learn more about our editorial practices:
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