Cookie Policy
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About This Policy
Mealwellnesscare ("we," "us," or "our") operates mealwellnesscare.info as an informational and editorial platform dedicated to wellness and nutrition content. This Cookie Policy explains how we use cookies and similar tracking technologies to enhance your experience on our website.
By accessing and using our site, you consent to our use of cookies as described in this policy. If you do not agree with our cookie practices, you can adjust your browser settings or discontinue use of the site.
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 that are stored on your device (computer, tablet, or smartphone) when you visit a website. They contain information about your browsing activity and preferences, and are sent back to the website on subsequent visits.
Key characteristics:
- Automatically transmitted between your browser and our server
- Can be persistent (stored long-term) or session-based (deleted when you close your browser)
- May contain personally identifiable information or anonymous data
- Used to remember preferences, track analytics, and enhance user experience
Types of Cookies We Use
1. Essential (Strictly Necessary) Cookies
These cookies are necessary for the basic functionality of our website. They enable core features such as page navigation, access to secure areas, and form submission. Without these cookies, our site cannot function properly.
Examples: Session management, CSRF protection, user preferences for accessibility
2. Performance & Analytics Cookies
These cookies help us understand how visitors use our site by collecting anonymous usage data. This information allows our editorial team to improve content quality, identify popular articles, and optimize site performance.
Examples: Google Analytics, page view tracking, bounce rate measurement, article engagement metrics
3. Functional Cookies
These cookies remember your choices and preferences when you visit our site, such as your preferred reading view, font size settings, or language selection. They enhance your browsing experience by personalizing your visit.
Examples: Preferred content category, dark mode toggle, reading history preferences
4. Targeting & Advertising Cookies
These cookies are used by advertising partners to deliver relevant advertisements and measure advertising effectiveness. They track your interests across multiple websites to show you content that may be relevant to you.
Examples: Facebook Pixel, Google Ads, third-party ad networks, interest category tracking
How We Use Cookies
Website Functionality
To maintain user sessions, process navigation, and enable interactive features on our editorial platform.
Content Analytics
To measure article performance, reader engagement, and identify trending wellness topics that interest our audience.
User Experience Personalization
To remember your preferences, reading history, and content interests for a customized browsing experience.
Advertising & Sponsorships
To display relevant health and wellness advertisements that align with our editorial focus and reader interests.
Site Security
To protect against fraud, prevent unauthorized access, and maintain the security of our editorial content and user data.
Cookie List & Details
The following table lists cookies we commonly use. Specific cookies may vary based on third-party services and advertising partners.
| Cookie Name | Type | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| PHPSESSID | Essential | Session management and user authentication | Session |
| _ga | Analytics | Google Analytics - tracks unique visitors | 2 years |
| _gid | Analytics | Google Analytics - session identifier | 24 hours |
| _gat | Analytics | Google Analytics - throttle request rate | 1 minute |
| mwc_preferences | Functional | Stores user content preferences and reading history | 1 year |
| mwc_theme | Functional | Remembers dark/light mode preference | 1 year |
| fbp | Advertising | Facebook Pixel - audience tracking and ads | 3 months |
| _gac_* | Advertising | Google Ads - campaign tracking | 90 days |
| IDE | Advertising | Google DoubleClick - ad personalization | 1 year |
| NID | Advertising | Google - ad serving and content recommendations | 6 months |
Note: Cookie names and durations may change based on platform updates and third-party service modifications.
Managing Your Cookie Preferences
Browser Settings
You can control cookie preferences through your web browser settings. Most browsers allow you to:
- Accept or reject all cookies
- Accept only essential cookies
- Delete existing cookies
- Receive notifications when a cookie is set
- Clear browsing data including stored cookies
Visit your browser's help documentation for specific instructions (Chrome, Firefox, Safari, Edge, etc.).
Third-Party Opt-Outs
You can opt out of targeted advertising and analytics through third-party services:
- Google Analytics: Use the Google Analytics Opt-out Browser Add-on
- Google Ads: Manage preferences in your Google Ads Settings
- Facebook: Adjust ad preferences in your Facebook Settings
- Network Advertising Initiative: Visit networkadvertising.org for multi-network opt-outs
- Digital Advertising Alliance: Use optout.aboutads.info
Important: Please note that disabling cookies may affect the functionality of our website and your ability to access certain features or personalized content. Essential cookies cannot be disabled as they are necessary for site operation.
Do Not Track (DNT)
Some browsers include a "Do Not Track" feature. While we respect this preference, our website does not currently respond to DNT signals. Third-party services may honor DNT requests independently.
Third-Party Cookies & Services
Mealwellnesscare integrates with third-party services that may set their own cookies on your device. These services include:
Google Analytics
Helps us understand visitor behavior and article performance. View Google's privacy policy
Google Ads & DoubleClick
Displays relevant advertisements. View Google's privacy policy
Facebook Pixel
Tracks audience engagement and ad performance. View Facebook's cookie policy
WordPress/Jetpack
Powers our content management system and analytics. View Jetpack's cookie information
These third parties operate under their own privacy policies. We encourage you to review their policies directly. We are not responsible for third-party cookie practices or privacy policies.
Cookie Data Retention
We retain cookie data only as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes described in this policy. Retention periods vary based on cookie type:
- Essential Cookies: Deleted automatically when you close your browser (session cookies) or expire after a specified period
- Analytics Cookies: Typically retained for 2 years or according to Google Analytics settings
- Functional Cookies: May be retained for up to 1 year unless you delete them manually
- Advertising Cookies: Retained according to third-party advertiser policies (typically 3-12 months)
You can delete cookies at any time through your browser settings. If you clear your cookies, you may need to reset your preferences when visiting our site again.
International Privacy Regulations
Our cookie practices comply with major international privacy regulations including:
GDPR (EU): We obtain explicit consent before setting non-essential cookies for EU users and provide clear opt-out mechanisms.
CCPA (California): California residents have rights to know, delete, and opt-out of the sale of personal information collected through cookies.
ePrivacy Directive: We respect cookie consent requirements under the ePrivacy law in applicable jurisdictions.
If you are outside the United States, additional privacy rights may apply. Please contact us for more information about your rights.
Questions About Cookies?
If you have questions about this Cookie Policy or our cookie practices, please contact our editorial team:
Mealwellnesscare Editorial Team
ul. Krótka 79
Lublin, Poland
Email: [email protected]
Phone: +48 209 700 162
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