Last updated: January 2024

Overview

This Cookie Policy explains what cookies are, how Healthy Eating Guide uses them on our website (healthyeatingguide.info), and your rights regarding these cookies. We are committed to transparency in how we collect and use information.

By accessing and using our website, you consent to the use of cookies as described in this policy. If you do not agree with our cookie practices, please adjust your browser settings or discontinue use of our site.

What Are Cookies?

Cookies are small text files stored on your device (computer, tablet, or smartphone) when you visit a website. They contain data about your browsing activity and preferences. Cookies allow websites to recognize returning visitors and remember information about their interactions.

Note: Cookies cannot harm your device and do not contain viruses. However, they do store information that websites can access during future visits.

Types of Cookies We Use

Essential Cookies

These cookies are necessary for the website to function properly. They enable basic functionality such as page navigation, access to secure areas, and remembering your language preferences. Without these cookies, parts of our website may not work as intended.

Duration: Session-based or 1 year

Performance & Analytics Cookies

We use these cookies to analyze how visitors use our website. They help us understand which pages are most popular, how long users stay on pages, and whether they encounter errors. This information allows our editorial team to improve content and site performance.

Duration: 1-2 years

Functional Cookies

These cookies remember your choices and preferences, such as your preferred reading categories, text size settings, or bookmarked articles. They enhance your browsing experience by personalizing content recommendations.

Duration: 1 year

Third-Party Cookies

Third-party services (such as analytics platforms and content delivery networks) may place cookies on our site to provide services. These cookies may track your activity across multiple websites for analytics purposes only.

Duration: Varies by service provider

How We Use Cookies

✓ Site Functionality: To enable core features like navigation, user sessions, and security protocols.
✓ Analytics: To gather anonymous data about visitor behavior and content engagement using services like Google Analytics.
✓ Content Personalization: To remember your preferences and suggest relevant articles based on your browsing history.
✓ Performance Monitoring: To identify technical issues and optimize page load times and overall user experience.
✓ Security: To detect and prevent fraudulent activity and protect against unauthorized access.

Cookie List

Cookie Name	Type	Purpose	Duration
heg_session_id	Essential	Maintains user session	Session
heg_language_pref	Functional	Remembers language preference	1 year
heg_user_preferences	Functional	Stores reading preferences and bookmarks	1 year
_ga	Analytics	Google Analytics - visitor identification	2 years
_gid	Analytics	Google Analytics - session identification	24 hours
_gat	Analytics	Google Analytics - request throttling	1 minute
heg_tracking_consent	Essential	Records cookie consent preferences	1 year

Managing Your Cookies

Browser Settings

Most web browsers allow you to control cookies through their settings. You can typically:

• View the cookies stored on your device
• Block cookies from specific websites
• Delete cookies individually or in bulk
• Disable third-party cookies
• Set your browser to ask for permission before accepting cookies

Instructions for managing cookies vary by browser. Consult your browser's help documentation or settings menu for specific guidance.

Important Notice

Disabling essential cookies may affect website functionality. You may not be able to access certain features or navigate properly if essential cookies are blocked. We recommend keeping essential cookies enabled while managing other cookie types.

Opt-Out Options

You can opt out of Google Analytics tracking by installing the Google Analytics Opt-out Browser Add-on, available for most modern browsers. This prevents your data from being collected by Google Analytics.

Cookie Management by Browser

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

Third-Party Services

Our website uses the following third-party services that may set cookies:

Google Analytics

Used to analyze website usage and visitor behavior. Google Analytics stores data about your visit and provides aggregated reports to our editorial team.

Privacy Policy: Google Privacy Policy

CDN Services

Content delivery network providers may place cookies to optimize content delivery and improve website speed.

Consult your CDN provider's privacy policy for more information about their cookie practices.

Your Rights

Under applicable privacy laws (such as GDPR in Europe), you have the right to:

✓ Access: Know what cookies are used and for what purpose
✓ Control: Accept, reject, or manage cookie settings
✓ Withdraw Consent: Change your cookie preferences at any time
✓ Delete: Request deletion of cookies and associated data

Changes to This Policy

Healthy Eating Guide may update this Cookie Policy periodically to reflect changes in our practices, technology, or applicable laws. We will notify you of significant changes by updating the "Last Updated" date at the top of this page. Your continued use of the website following such modifications constitutes your acceptance of the updated policy.

Contact Us

If you have questions about our cookie practices or wish to exercise your rights regarding cookies, please contact our editorial team:

Healthy Eating Guide

Calle Alcalá 82

Madrid, Spain

Email: [email protected]

For content questions and feedback about our articles, send us a message through email. Our editorial team typically responds within 5-7 business days.

Additional Resources

For more information about cookies and online privacy, explore these resources:

→ Our Disclaimer - Legal information about content accuracy
→ Frequently Asked Questions - Browse common questions about our site
→ Latest Articles - Discover our latest editorial content