Cookie Policy
Last updated: January 2024
About This Policy
Wellbeing Food Science ("we," "our," or "us") operates the informational website wellbeingfoodscience.info. This Cookie Policy explains how we use cookies and similar tracking technologies to enhance your browsing experience and understand how you interact with our editorial content.
By accessing and using our website, you consent to the use of cookies in accordance with this policy. If you do not agree with our cookie practices, please adjust your browser settings or discontinue use of our website.
What Are Cookies?
Cookies are small text files stored on your device (computer, tablet, or smartphone) when you visit a website. They are widely used to make websites work more efficiently, remember your preferences, and provide analytical insights about user behavior.
Session cookies: Temporary files deleted when you close your browser.
Persistent cookies: Remain on your device for a set period or until manually deleted.
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 session management. Without these cookies, certain website features may not work correctly. Essential cookies do not track your personal behavior.
2. Analytical Cookies
We use analytical cookies to understand how visitors interact with our content. These cookies collect anonymous data about page visits, article reads, scroll depth, and user engagement patterns. This information helps our editorial team improve content quality and relevance without identifying individual users.
3. Preference Cookies
These cookies remember your choices and settings, such as language preferences, text size, and font selections. They allow us to personalize your experience and deliver content in your preferred format without requiring you to reenter preferences on each visit.
4. Third-Party Cookies
Some third-party services (such as analytics providers and content delivery networks) may place cookies on your device. These are governed by their respective privacy policies. We do not control these cookies but work only with reputable providers committed to data protection standards.
How We Use Cookies
- • Improving Website Performance: Analyzing traffic patterns and technical performance to maintain site stability and speed.
- • Content Recommendations: Understanding which topics and article types resonate with readers to inform editorial decisions.
- • User Experience: Remembering your preferences and reading history to personalize your visits.
- • Security: Protecting against fraud and unauthorized access to our website.
- • Research and Analytics: Gathering anonymous usage data to understand reader behavior and preferences.
Cookie List
| Cookie Name | Type | Duration | Purpose |
|---|---|---|---|
| PHPSESSID | Essential | Session | Server session identification |
| wfs_preferences | Preference | 1 year | Language and display preferences |
| _ga | Analytical | 2 years | Google Analytics - user identification |
| _gid | Analytical | 24 hours | Google Analytics - session identification |
| _gat | Analytical | 1 minute | Google Analytics - request throttling |
| wfs_consent | Essential | 1 year | Cookie consent preference tracking |
| wfs_reading_history | Preference | 90 days | Recently viewed articles |
| __cf_bm | Essential | 30 minutes | Cloudflare security validation |
Managing Your Cookies
Browser Controls
Most web browsers allow you to control cookies through their settings. You can typically:
- • View stored cookies and their details
- • Delete specific cookies or all cookies
- • Block cookies from specific websites
- • Enable "Do Not Track" signals (browser dependent)
How to Manage Cookies
Google Chrome: Settings → Privacy and security → Cookies and other site data
Firefox: Settings → Privacy & Security → Cookies and Site Data
Safari: Preferences → Privacy → Manage Website Data
Microsoft Edge: Settings → Privacy, Search, and Services → Cookies and other site permissions
Disabling Cookies
While you can disable cookies through your browser, doing so may affect website functionality. Some features, such as session management and preference retention, may not work properly. We recommend keeping essential cookies enabled while selectively disabling analytical or preference cookies if desired.
Third-Party Services
Our website integrates with third-party services that may use cookies for analytics and functionality:
- • Google Analytics: Helps us understand user behavior and content performance. Visit Google Analytics documentation for more information.
- • Cloudflare: Provides content delivery and security services. Visit Cloudflare Privacy Policy for details.
- • Content Delivery Networks: Optimize website performance and load times globally.
Data Privacy & Security
We are committed to protecting your privacy and complying with applicable data protection regulations, including GDPR (General Data Protection Regulation) where applicable. Analytical cookies we use are configured to anonymize your data and respect your privacy.
Your Privacy Rights: You have the right to access, correct, or delete your personal data. For privacy concerns or data subject requests, please review our full Privacy Policy or contact our editorial team at [email protected].
Changes to This Policy
We may update this Cookie Policy periodically to reflect changes in our practices, technology, or legal requirements. Updates will be posted on this page with a new "Last updated" date. Continued use of our website following material changes constitutes your acceptance of the updated policy.
Questions About Cookies?
If you have questions about our cookie practices, this policy, or how your data is used, we encourage you to reach out to our editorial team. We're committed to transparency and will respond to your inquiries promptly.
Email: [email protected]
Address: Queen Street 199, Liverpool
Contact Purpose: Content questions and privacy feedback
Additional Resources
For more information about internet cookies and privacy, visit these external resources:
- All About Cookies - Educational guide to cookies and privacy
- EU Data Protection - GDPR regulations and guidance
- FTC Privacy Guidance - U.S. Federal Trade Commission resources
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