Diet Vital Core

Editorial Platform for Nutrition & Wellness Information

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Cookie Policy

Last Updated: January 2024

This policy explains how Diet Vital Core uses cookies and similar technologies on our website.

Medical Disclaimer

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 stored on your device when you visit our website. They help us understand how you interact with our content, improve your browsing experience, and provide better editorial recommendations. We are committed to being transparent about how we use this technology.

Our website may also use similar technologies such as web beacons, pixels, and local storage to enhance functionality and content delivery.

Types of Cookies We Use

Essential Cookies

These cookies are necessary for the website to function properly. They enable core features such as page navigation, security, and content delivery. Without these cookies, certain parts of our site may not work as intended.

Duration: Session or persistent (up to 1 year)

Analytics Cookies

We use analytics cookies to collect information about how visitors use our editorial content. This helps us understand which articles are most valuable to our readers, how long readers spend on pages, and how they navigate through our site. This data helps us improve content quality and user experience.

Duration: 12-24 months

Preference Cookies

These cookies remember your preferences and settings, such as language selection, display preferences, and reading history. They allow us to personalize your experience when you return to our site.

Duration: Up to 2 years

Marketing Cookies

Marketing cookies help us understand audience interests and optimize content distribution. They may track which articles you've read to suggest related editorial content or to measure the effectiveness of content partnerships. This data is used for editorial purposes only.

Duration: Up to 24 months

How We Use Cookies

Improving Content: Analytics cookies help us understand which nutrition and wellness articles resonate most with our readers.
Personalizing Experience: Preference cookies remember your interests and reading habits to deliver more relevant content.
Measuring Performance: We track article performance, page traffic, and user engagement to optimize our editorial platform.
Ensuring Security: Essential cookies maintain secure sessions and protect against unauthorized access.
Content Distribution: Marketing cookies help us understand how our content is discovered and shared across platforms.

Cookie List

Cookie Name	Type	Purpose	Duration
_ga	Analytics	Google Analytics - Tracks unique visitors	2 years
_gid	Analytics	Google Analytics - Session tracking	24 hours
dvc_language	Preference	Stores your language preference	1 year
dvc_theme	Preference	Remembers your theme selection (dark/light mode)	1 year
PHPSESSID	Essential	Maintains secure session for site functionality	Session
dvc_reading_history	Preference	Tracks articles you've read for recommendations	6 months
utm_source, utm_medium	Marketing	Tracks content sources and distribution channels	Session
csrf_token	Essential	Protects against cross-site request forgery attacks	Session

Managing Your Cookies

Browser Settings

You have the right to accept or refuse non-essential cookies. Most web browsers allow you to control cookies through their settings:

Chrome: Settings → Privacy and Security → Cookies and other site data
Firefox: Preferences → Privacy & Security → Cookies and Site Data
Safari: Preferences → Privacy → Cookies and website data
Edge: Settings → Privacy, search, and services → Cookies and other site data

Cookie Consent

When you first visit our site, you will see a cookie consent banner. You can choose to accept all cookies, reject non-essential cookies, or customize your preferences. You can revisit this choice at any time through our cookie management panel.

Opting Out

To opt out of Google Analytics tracking, you can install the Google Analytics Opt-out Browser Add-on.

Please note that refusing essential cookies may affect your ability to use certain features of our website.

Third-Party Cookies

Our website may contain content or links to third-party services that set their own cookies. Diet Vital Core is not responsible for third-party cookie policies. These may include:

Google Analytics: Analyzes website traffic and user behavior
Social Media Platforms: Enable sharing buttons and embedded content
Content Delivery Networks: Optimize media and content loading

We recommend reviewing the privacy policies of these third parties for information about their cookie practices.

Data Privacy & Your Rights

We take your privacy seriously. Cookie data is handled in accordance with applicable data protection regulations, including GDPR where applicable. Your personal data is:

Processed only with your consent (where required)
Never sold to third parties for commercial purposes
Stored securely with appropriate safeguards
Retained only as long as necessary

For more information about how we handle your data, please read our full Privacy Policy and Disclaimer.

Questions About Our Cookie Policy?

If you have questions about our use of cookies or this policy, our editorial team welcomes your feedback.

Diet Vital Core Editorial Team

King Street 154

Glasgow, Scotland

Email: [email protected]

For content questions and policy feedback

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This Cookie Policy was last updated in January 2024. We may update this policy periodically to reflect changes in our practices or legal requirements. Please check this page for any updates.