Cookie Policy
Dietconsultexpert | Gran Vía 195, Valencia
Last Updated: January 2025
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This Cookie Policy explains how Dietconsultexpert uses cookies and similar tracking technologies on our website (dietconsultexpert.info). We are committed to transparency about how we collect and use information to enhance your browsing experience while respecting your privacy.
What Are Cookies?
Cookies are small text files stored on your device (computer, tablet, or mobile phone) when you visit our website. They contain information about your browsing activity and preferences. Cookies help websites recognize returning visitors and improve functionality.
Similar technologies include web beacons (invisible tracking pixels), local storage, and session identifiers. These tools work together to maintain session information and track user interactions with our content.
Types of Cookies We Use
Essential/Necessary Cookies
These cookies are required for the website to function properly. They enable core functionality such as security features, session management, and page navigation.
- Website security and fraud prevention
- User session identification
- Page load and navigation functionality
- Content accessibility features
Typically not dependent on user consent
Performance/Analytics Cookies
We use analytics cookies to understand how visitors use our website. This information helps our editorial team improve content quality, layout, and user experience.
- Page visits and traffic patterns
- Content engagement metrics
- Device and browser information
- Geographic location data (approximate)
- Article reading duration and scroll depth
User consent may be required depending on jurisdiction
Functional/Preference Cookies
These cookies remember your preferences and choices when you visit our website, enhancing your browsing experience on subsequent visits.
- Language and display preferences
- Recently read articles
- Font size and contrast settings
- Theme preferences (light/dark mode)
- Search history on our site
User consent may be required
Marketing/Targeting Cookies
We may use cookies to track content topics you're interested in, helping us provide relevant recommendations and improve our editorial focus.
- Content topic interests and preferences
- Article recommendation algorithms
- Newsletter sign-up tracking
- Cross-site tracking for content discovery
Explicit user consent required
Cookie Reference Table
| Cookie Name | Type | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| PHPSESSID | Essential | Session management and user identification | Session |
| _ga | Analytics | Google Analytics user identification | 2 years |
| _gid | Analytics | Google Analytics session tracking | 24 hours |
| user_preferences | Functional | Language, theme, and display preferences | 1 year |
| recent_articles | Functional | Track recently read articles for recommendations | 90 days |
| content_interests | Marketing | Content topic interests and engagement | 6 months |
| consent_status | Essential | Record user cookie consent preferences | 1 year |
| utm_source | Analytics | Track content referral sources | Session |
How We Use Cookies
Improving Content Quality
Analytics cookies help our editorial team understand which articles resonate with readers, allowing us to create more valuable and relevant content.
Personalizing Your Experience
Functional cookies remember your preferences, such as language, theme, and font size, so you don't have to reconfigure these settings on each visit.
Ensuring Website Security
Essential cookies protect your account and transaction security, prevent fraud, and maintain the integrity of our editorial platform.
Delivering Relevant Articles
We use cookies to recommend articles based on your reading history and interests, helping you discover content aligned with your preferences.
Understanding User Behavior
Analytics data helps us understand how visitors navigate our site, which sections are most popular, and where improvements are needed.
Managing Your Cookies
Cookie Consent Tools
When you first visit our website, you'll see a cookie consent banner. You can:
- Accept all cookies: Enable all tracking and analytics features
- Decline optional cookies: Only essential cookies will be set
- Customize preferences: Choose which cookie types to allow
You can change your cookie preferences at any time by clicking the "Cookie Settings" link in the website footer.
Browser Settings
You can manage cookies through your web browser 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 and security → Cookies and other site data
Note: Disabling all cookies may affect website functionality and your browsing experience.
Do Not Track (DNT)
Some browsers include a "Do Not Track" feature. While we respect this preference, we cannot guarantee all third-party services will honor DNT signals. Essential cookies will continue to be used to maintain website functionality.
Third-Party Cookies
Our website may include content from third-party services (such as Google Analytics, YouTube, or social media platforms). These services may set their own cookies according to their privacy policies. We recommend reviewing their policies:
Data Retention
Cookie retention periods vary based on type and purpose:
- Session cookies: Automatically deleted when you close your browser
- Persistent cookies: Retained for the specified duration (typically 24 hours to 2 years)
- Analytics data: Aggregated and anonymized after 26 months
- User preferences: Retained for up to 1 year if account is inactive
You can delete cookies at any time through your browser settings or by requesting deletion from us. However, this may affect your ability to access certain website features.
Legal Basis for Cookie Use
Under regulations like GDPR (European Union) and CCPA (California, USA), our cookie use is based on:
Consent
For marketing and analytics cookies, we obtain explicit consent via our cookie banner
Legitimate Interest
For performance cookies that improve website functionality and user experience
Legal Obligation
For essential cookies required to comply with security and fraud prevention laws
International Data Transfers
Our website is hosted in the United States. If you are accessing our website from outside the United States, please be aware that your information may be transferred to, stored in, and processed in the United States where our servers are located. The data protection and privacy laws of the United States may not be as comprehensive as those in your country of residence. By using our website, you consent to the transfer of your information to the United States as described in this Privacy Policy.
We implement appropriate safeguards to protect your personal information during international transfers, including standard contractual clauses approved by relevant authorities.
Your Privacy Rights & Contact Information
Your Rights
- Access: Request a copy of your personal data
- Correction: Request correction of inaccurate information
- Deletion: Request deletion of your data (right to be forgotten)
- Portability: Receive your data in a portable format
- Opt-out: Withdraw marketing consent at any time
Contact Us
Phone
+34 162 696 866Address
Dietconsultexpert
123 Health Street
New York, NY 10001, USA