Cookie Policy
Last updated: January 2024
What Are Cookies?
Cookies are small text files stored on your device when you visit our website. They help us understand how you interact with our content, improve your browsing experience, and analyze site performance. Foodbalanceplan uses cookies to deliver better editorial experiences and understand reader behavior.
This policy explains the types of cookies we use, why we use them, and how you can manage your preferences. We're committed to transparency about data collection and respect your privacy choices.
Types of Cookies We Use
Essential Cookies
These cookies are necessary for the website to function properly. They include:
- Session management and user authentication
- Security features and fraud prevention
- Navigation and site functionality
- Loading preferences and settings
Status: Cannot be disabled
Analytics Cookies
We use analytics cookies to understand how readers interact with our editorial content. This helps our editorial team:
- Track popular articles and topics
- Measure page views and user engagement
- Analyze reading patterns and time on page
- Improve content quality and relevance
Status: Optional (you can opt out)
Performance Cookies
These cookies help us optimize website performance and user experience:
- Monitor page load times and speed
- Identify technical issues or errors
- Track site crashes and performance metrics
- Optimize content delivery
Status: Optional (you can opt out)
Preference Cookies
These cookies remember your choices and preferences to personalize your experience:
- Language and display settings
- Accessibility preferences
- Content category preferences
- Font size and theme selections
Status: Optional (you can opt out)
Detailed Cookie List
| Cookie Name | Type | Duration | Purpose |
|---|---|---|---|
| PHPSESSID | Essential | Session | User session management |
| fbp_preferences | Preference | 1 year | Content category and language preferences |
| GA4_analytics | Analytics | 2 years | Google Analytics 4 tracking and user engagement |
| _gid | Analytics | 24 hours | Analytics unique user identifier |
| fbp_theme | Preference | 1 year | Theme and display preferences (light/dark mode) |
| performance_metrics | Performance | Session | Site performance and load time monitoring |
| accessibility_mode | Preference | 1 year | Accessibility settings (font size, contrast) |
| fbp_security_token | Essential | Session | Security and CSRF protection |
How We Use Cookies
Content Improvement
Cookies help our editorial team understand which articles resonate with readers, which topics are trending, and where users spend most time. This data guides our content strategy and helps us create more relevant nutritional and dietary information.
User Experience
We use cookies to remember your preferences, such as language selection, accessibility settings, and visual theme. This ensures a personalized experience across visits without requiring you to reconfigure settings each time.
Website Performance
Performance cookies allow us to identify technical issues, monitor site speed, and optimize our infrastructure. This ensures readers have a smooth, fast experience when accessing our content.
Security
Essential security cookies help prevent unauthorized access, protect against fraud, and maintain the integrity of our platform. These are necessary for safe browsing and cannot be disabled.
Managing Your Cookie Preferences
Browser Settings
You can control cookies through your browser settings. Most browsers allow you to:
- View stored cookies and delete them
- Block all cookies or specific cookie types
- Clear cookies automatically when closing your browser
- Disable third-party cookies
Note: Disabling essential cookies may affect website functionality.
Browser-Specific Instructions
- 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 → Clear browsing data
Cookie Consent Control
When you first visit Foodbalanceplan, you'll see a cookie consent banner. You can:
- Accept all cookies
- Accept only essential cookies
- Customize your preferences for each cookie category
- Manage preferences at any time through our cookie settings page
Do Not Track
If your browser has a "Do Not Track" feature enabled, we will respect this preference. However, this does not prevent the use of essential cookies required for website functionality.
Third-Party Cookies
We use Google Analytics to analyze site traffic and understand reader behavior. Google Analytics cookies allow us to:
- Track aggregate user data and anonymized browsing patterns
- Measure content performance and reader engagement
- Identify popular articles and topics
- Improve editorial content based on reader data
Google Analytics Privacy: Google Analytics data is collected and processed according to Google's privacy policies. You can opt out of Google Analytics tracking by installing Google's browser extension or adjusting your privacy settings.
We do not sell your data to third parties. Third-party cookies are used solely for analytics and performance optimization purposes aligned with our editorial mission.
Your Privacy Rights
GDPR Compliance
Foodbalanceplan complies with the European General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR). EU residents have the right to:
- Access personal data we hold about you
- Request correction of inaccurate information
- Request deletion of your data
- Withdraw consent for analytics cookies at any time
- Data portability for your personal information
Data Retention
We retain cookie and analytics data only as long as necessary to fulfill our editorial purposes. Typically:
- Session cookies are deleted when you close your browser
- Preference cookies are retained for up to 1 year
- Analytics data is aggregated and anonymized
- Personally identifiable information is not stored in cookies
Consent & Transparency
We believe in transparent communication about data collection. This cookie policy provides comprehensive information about our practices, and we provide easy-to-use controls for managing your preferences at any time.
Policy Updates
We may update this cookie policy periodically to reflect changes in our practices, technology, or applicable laws. We encourage you to review this policy regularly.
Last Updated: January 2024
Effective Date: January 1, 2024
Questions About Cookies?
If you have questions or concerns about our cookie practices, or if you'd like to exercise your privacy rights, please contact our editorial team:
Foodbalanceplan Editorial Team
Rue Neuve 102
Namur, Belgium
Email: [email protected]
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