Cookie Policy
Last updated: January 2024
At Nutrient Guide Booking, we use cookies to enhance your experience when browsing our editorial content and resources. This policy explains what cookies are, how we use them, and your options regarding their use.
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 (computer, tablet, or smartphone) when you visit our website. They contain information about your browsing activity and preferences, allowing websites to recognize and remember visitors across sessions.
Cookies serve various purposes: some enhance website functionality, others analyze usage patterns to improve content, and some deliver personalized experiences. They are not programs or viruses—they are passive data files that cannot execute code or access your device independently.
Types of Cookies We Use
Essential (Necessary) Cookies
These cookies are required for our website to function properly. They enable basic site operations such as page navigation, accessing secure areas, and remembering user preferences during a session.
Legal basis: These cookies are set based on your consent and our legitimate interest in providing a functional website.
Performance Cookies
These cookies collect information about how visitors interact with our site—such as which pages are visited most frequently, where users encounter errors, and how long pages take to load. This data helps our editorial team improve content delivery and user experience.
Legal basis: Analytics cookies require your explicit consent before activation.
Functional Cookies
These cookies remember your choices and preferences when visiting our site—such as your preferred language, region, or which articles you've previously read. They enhance personalization without tracking behavior across other websites.
Legal basis: Your consent when you first interact with our site.
Third-Party Cookies
Our website may contain content or services from third-party providers (such as embedded videos or analytics services). These providers may set their own cookies to track usage and provide services. We do not control third-party cookies, and we recommend reviewing their privacy policies.
Legal basis: Consent obtained through our cookie consent banner.
How We Use Cookies
- ✓ Website Functionality: Enabling page navigation, form submissions, and secure access to site features
- ✓ Content Analytics: Understanding which articles and topics resonate most with our audience to guide editorial decisions
- ✓ User Preferences: Remembering your language selection, reading preferences, and content interests
- ✓ Performance Monitoring: Tracking page load times, error rates, and technical issues to maintain site quality
- ✓ Security: Detecting and preventing fraudulent activity or unauthorized access attempts
Detailed Cookie List
| Cookie Name | Type | Duration | Purpose |
|---|---|---|---|
| PHPSESSID | Essential | Session | Maintains user session and site functionality |
| ngb_consent | Essential | 1 year | Records your cookie consent preferences |
| ngb_user_pref | Functional | 6 months | Stores language and content preference settings |
| _ga | Performance | 2 years | Google Analytics—tracks user interactions and site traffic patterns |
| _gid | Performance | 24 hours | Google Analytics—distinguishes users for reporting |
| _gat | Performance | 1 minute | Google Analytics—throttles request rate |
| ngb_article_history | Functional | 30 days | Remembers recently read articles for personalization |
| ngb_theme | Functional | 1 year | Saves your preferred theme (light/dark mode) |
Managing Your Cookies
Browser Settings
Most web browsers allow you to control cookies through your settings. You can choose to:
- Accept all cookies
- Reject all cookies
- Accept cookies from specific sites only
- Delete cookies after each browsing session
- Receive notifications when cookies are being set
Refer to your browser's help documentation (Chrome, Firefox, Safari, Edge) for specific instructions. Note that disabling essential cookies may affect site functionality.
Opt-Out Options
You can opt out of specific analytics and tracking:
- Google Analytics: Download the Google Analytics Opt-out Browser Add-on
- Our Cookie Preferences: Use the cookie management banner on our website to adjust consent at any time
Do Not Track (DNT)
If your browser has a "Do Not Track" feature enabled, we respect this preference. However, please note that not all websites support DNT signals uniformly.
Data Protection & Privacy
We take your privacy seriously. Cookie data is:
- • Encrypted: Sensitive information is transmitted securely using SSL/TLS encryption
- • Limited in Scope: We collect only data necessary for functionality and analytics
- • Retained Appropriately: Data is deleted after a reasonable retention period unless required by law
- • Never Sold: As an editorial platform, we do not sell or share personal data with advertisers
For complete details on how we handle personal data, please review our Privacy Policy.
Third-Party Services
Our website may integrate with third-party services that set their own cookies:
Google Analytics
Analyzes user behavior and site performance. Google Privacy Policy
Embedded Content (Videos, Maps)
External content providers may set cookies. Check their policies independently.
Content Delivery Networks (CDN)
May set performance and security cookies to optimize content delivery.
We are not responsible for third-party cookie policies. We encourage you to review their privacy statements independently.
Legal Compliance
GDPR (EU/UK Users)
If you are located in the European Union or United Kingdom, your use of cookies is governed by the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR). We comply by:
- Obtaining explicit consent for non-essential cookies before setting them
- Providing clear information about cookie purposes
- Allowing easy opt-out and preference management
- Ensuring cookies are proportionate to our legitimate interests
CCPA (California Users)
If you are a California resident, the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA) grants you rights regarding your data, including:
- The right to know what personal data is collected
- The right to delete personal data
- The right to opt-out of data sales
- Freedom from discrimination for exercising these rights
Questions About Our Cookie Policy?
If you have questions or concerns about how we use cookies, or if you would like to exercise your data rights, please reach out to our editorial team.
Nutrient Guide Booking
Via Garibaldi 146, Palermo
For content feedback and inquiries: [email protected]
We endeavor to respond to all inquiries within 30 days.
Policy Updates
We may update this Cookie Policy periodically to reflect changes in technology, regulations, or our practices. Material changes will be announced prominently on our website. Your continued use of the site constitutes acceptance of the updated policy.
Last Updated: January 2024
Effective Date: January 1, 2024
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