Cookie Policy
Last Updated: January 2024
Dietexpertscheduler • Park Road 52, London
Overview
Dietexpertscheduler ("we," "us," "our," or the "Site") uses cookies and similar tracking technologies to enhance your experience while browsing our editorial platform. This Cookie Policy explains what cookies are, the types we use, how we use them, and how you can manage your preferences.
By continuing to use our Site, you acknowledge that you have read and understood this Cookie Policy and consent to the use of cookies as described herein.
What Are Cookies?
Cookies are small text files stored on your device (computer, tablet, or mobile phone) when you visit a website. They contain information that allows the website to recognize your device on subsequent visits. Cookies help improve functionality, provide personalized content, and enable analytics.
There are two main types of cookies based on duration:
- Session Cookies: Temporary cookies 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/Necessary Cookies
These cookies are critical for the Site to function properly. They enable core functionality such as page navigation, security features, and access to restricted areas. Without these cookies, the Site would not operate effectively.
Examples: Authentication tokens, CSRF protection, session identifiers.
2. Performance/Analytics Cookies
These cookies collect information about how visitors use our Site—such as which pages are visited most, how long they stay, and whether errors occur. This data helps us understand user behavior and improve content quality and website performance.
Examples: Google Analytics, page view tracking, click tracking, bounce rate measurement.
3. Preference/Functionality Cookies
These cookies remember your choices and preferences to provide a personalized experience. They store information like language preferences, font size settings, or content preferences.
Examples: Theme selection, reading preferences, layout choices, accessibility settings.
4. Targeting/Marketing Cookies
These cookies track your browsing activity across different websites to display content relevant to your interests. They help us understand audience demographics and content preferences.
Examples: Audience segmentation, content interest tracking, referral source identification.
How We Use Cookies
We use cookies to:
- • Maintain functionality: Ensure the Site operates smoothly and securely.
- • Analyze usage: Understand how readers engage with our editorial content and articles.
- • Personalize experience: Remember your preferences and optimize content recommendations.
- • Improve content: Use insights to enhance article quality, readability, and editorial value.
- • Measure performance: Track page load times, error rates, and overall Site health.
Third-Party Cookies
Our Site uses services from third-party providers who may place their own cookies on your device. These services help us deliver analytics, content recommendations, and other features. Third-party providers include:
- Google Analytics: Analyzes user behavior and Site traffic.
- Content Delivery Networks (CDNs): Optimizes media and content delivery.
- Social Media Platforms: May use cookies if social media features are embedded.
We are not responsible for the cookie practices of third parties. We encourage you to review their privacy policies and cookie practices independently.
Managing Your Cookies
Browser Settings
You can control and manage cookies through your browser settings. Most browsers allow you to:
- View cookies stored on your device
- Block cookies from specific websites
- Delete all cookies or cookies from a specific date
- Enable "Private" or "Incognito" mode to prevent cookie storage
Note: Disabling essential cookies may affect Site functionality and your ability to access certain features.
Opt-Out Options
You can opt out of analytics cookies while maintaining Site functionality:
- Google Analytics Opt-Out: Install the Google Analytics Opt-Out Browser Add-on
- Do Not Track (DNT): Enable DNT in your browser to signal your preference not to be tracked.
Cookie Consent Banner
When you first visit our Site, a cookie consent banner appears. You can adjust your preferences by clicking the cookie preferences button. You can change these settings at any time.
Detailed Cookie List
| Cookie Name | Type | Duration | Purpose |
|---|---|---|---|
| _ga | Analytics | 2 years | Google Analytics tracking ID |
| _gid | Analytics | 24 hours | Google Analytics session identifier |
| _gat | Analytics | 1 minute | Google Analytics request throttling |
| PHPSESSID | Essential | Session | Maintains user session and authentication |
| user_preferences | Preference | 1 year | Stores user theme, language, and layout preferences |
| cookie_consent | Essential | 1 year | Records your cookie consent preferences |
| reading_history | Preference | 90 days | Tracks articles you've read for personalization |
| content_category_interest | Targeting | 180 days | Records content categories of interest |
| page_view_count | Analytics | 30 days | Counts number of pages visited in current month |
| referrer_source | Analytics | 60 days | Tracks how you found our Site |
Data Security
We take the security of cookie data seriously. While cookies themselves are not inherently secure, we implement appropriate measures to protect information collected through cookies, including:
- • Using encrypted connections (HTTPS) to transmit cookie data
- • Limiting cookie access to authorized personnel only
- • Regularly reviewing and updating security practices
- • Maintaining secure servers and databases
Children's Privacy
Our Site is not intended for children under the age of 13. We do not knowingly collect cookies or personal information from children under 13. If we become aware that a child under 13 has provided information through cookies or otherwise, we will take appropriate steps to delete such information. If you believe we have inadvertently collected information from a child under 13, please contact us with details.
Changes to This Cookie Policy
We may update this Cookie Policy periodically to reflect changes in our practices, technology, legal requirements, or other factors. When we make material changes, we will update the "Last Updated" date at the top of this page and notify users where applicable.
Your continued use of the Site following the posting of changes to this Cookie Policy constitutes your acceptance of such changes. We encourage you to review this policy regularly to stay informed about how we use cookies.
Questions About This Policy?
If you have questions, concerns, or feedback about this Cookie Policy or our use of cookies, please reach out to our editorial team.
Contact Information:
We value your privacy and are committed to transparency regarding our cookie practices. Our editorial team will respond to your inquiries within 7 business days.
Related Information
For more information about our practices, please review:
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