Curated Wellness

Cookie Policy

Understanding how we use cookies on personalfoodcoach.info

Last Updated: January 2024

Location: Plaza España 103, Málaga

What Are Cookies?

Cookies are small text files that are stored on your device (computer, tablet, or smartphone) when you visit our website. They contain information about your browsing behavior and preferences. Cookies help websites remember information about your visit, such as your language preference or login status.

We use cookies to enhance your experience on Personal Food Coach, improve our editorial content delivery, and understand how readers interact with our articles and resources.

Types of Cookies We Use

1. Essential Cookies

These cookies are necessary for the website to function properly. They enable core functionality such as page navigation, access to secure areas, and support for website security features. Without these cookies, our website cannot operate correctly.

Session identification
Security and fraud prevention
User authentication
Content delivery preferences

2. Performance & Analytics Cookies

These cookies help us understand how readers interact with our editorial content. They collect anonymous information about which articles are most read, how long visitors spend on pages, and how they navigate through our platform. This data helps our editorial team improve content quality and relevance.

Page view tracking
Content engagement metrics
Traffic source analysis
Device and browser information

3. Functional Cookies

These cookies remember your preferences and choices to personalize your experience on our platform. They help us remember your reading preferences, language selection, and content filters.

Language preference
Content category preferences
Theme selection (light/dark mode)
Previously read articles

4. Marketing & Third-Party Cookies

These cookies are set by third-party services (such as advertising partners and social media platforms) to track your interests and behavior across websites. They help display relevant content and measure advertising effectiveness on our platform.

Ad preference tracking
Social media integration
Content recommendation
Retargeting campaigns

How We Use Cookies

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Improve Website Performance

We use cookies to optimize page loading speed, identify technical issues, and ensure smooth navigation through our editorial content.

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Analyze Reader Behavior

Our editorial team uses cookie data to understand which articles resonate with readers, helping us create more valuable content.

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Personalize Your Experience

Cookies help us remember your preferences, language choice, and reading history to provide a customized experience on each visit.

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Security and Fraud Prevention

We use essential cookies to protect your data and prevent unauthorized access to your account and our platform.

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Measure Content Relevance

Analytics cookies help us measure how our nutrition and wellness content performs, ensuring we deliver the most helpful information.

Managing Your Cookie Preferences

You Have Control

You can control and manage cookies through your browser settings. Most web browsers allow you to refuse cookies or alert you when a cookie is being sent. However, blocking certain cookies may affect the functionality of our website.

Browser-Level Cookie Management:

Chrome

Settings → Privacy and security → Cookies and other site data → Manage all cookies and site data

Firefox

Options → Privacy & Security → Cookies and Site Data → Manage Cookies

Safari

Preferences → Privacy → Cookies and website data

Edge

Settings → Privacy, search, and services → Clear browsing data → Cookies and other site data

Important Note

If you choose to disable essential cookies, you may not be able to access certain features of our website, such as login functionality or article personalization.

Detailed Cookie List

Cookie Name	Type	Duration	Purpose
PHPSESSID	Essential	Session	User session management
pfc_language	Functional	1 year	Store language preference
pfc_theme	Functional	1 year	Store theme preference (light/dark)
_ga	Analytics	2 years	Google Analytics - user identification
_gid	Analytics	24 hours	Google Analytics - session tracking
pfc_user_preferences	Functional	1 year	Content category preferences
pfc_recent_articles	Functional	90 days	Track recently read articles
NID	Marketing	6 months	Google ad personalization
IDE	Marketing	2 years	Google ad delivery and content tracking
CONSENT	Essential	2 years	Store user cookie consent preferences

Note: This list includes the most common cookies used on our platform. Additional third-party cookies may be set by our partners and advertisers.

Third-Party Cookies

We work with third-party service providers who may set their own cookies on our platform. These include:

Google Analytics

Provides analytics and insights about how readers interact with our articles and content.

Learn more about Google's privacy policy →

Google Ads

Manages ad delivery and tracks ad performance on our editorial platform.

Learn more about Google Ads →

Facebook Pixel

Tracks article engagement and helps us understand audience behavior across platforms.

Learn more about Facebook cookies →

Social Media Platforms

Twitter, LinkedIn, and other platforms set cookies for content sharing and engagement tracking.

Learn more about social media cookies →

About Third-Party Cookies

We are not responsible for the privacy policies of third-party services. We recommend reviewing their individual privacy and cookie policies directly. You can opt out of some third-party cookies through industry tools like the Network Advertising Initiative.

Data Protection & GDPR Compliance

Personal Food Coach complies with the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) and other applicable privacy laws. Here's what you should know:

Your Rights

You have the right to access, correct, or delete your personal data. You can also request restriction of processing or data portability.

Consent

We only use non-essential cookies with your explicit consent. You can withdraw your consent at any time through your browser settings.

Data Security

We implement appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect your data from unauthorized access and misuse.

Data Retention

We retain your data only as long as necessary to provide our services and comply with legal obligations.

Changes 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. When we make material changes, we will notify you by updating the "Last Updated" date at the top of this page. Your continued use of the website after such modifications constitutes your acceptance of the updated policy.

We recommend reviewing this cookie policy periodically to stay informed about how we use cookies and your choices.

Contact Us

If you have questions about this cookie policy or our privacy practices, please contact us:

Personal Food Coach

[email protected]

1-800-COACH-FIT

123 Wellness Avenue, Health City, HC 12345

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I disable all cookies?

Yes, you can disable cookies through your browser settings. However, disabling cookies may affect your ability to use certain features on our website. Essential cookies cannot be disabled as they are necessary for website functionality.

How long are cookies stored?

Cookie duration varies depending on the type. Session cookies are deleted when you close your browser, while persistent cookies may be stored for several months or years. You can check individual cookie durations in your browser settings.

Do you share cookie data with third parties?

We share cookie data with trusted third-party service providers (analytics, advertising partners) only for legitimate business purposes. We require these partners to respect data privacy and security standards. You can opt out of third-party tracking through cookie consent preferences.

What is a Do Not Track signal?

Do Not Track (DNT) is a browser setting that signals your preference not to be tracked. While we respect DNT signals, not all websites honor this preference. You have more direct control through our cookie consent tool and browser privacy settings.

Your Privacy Matters to Us

We are committed to protecting your personal information and providing transparency about how we use cookies. Have questions about your data? Let's talk.

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