Cookie Policy
Last updated: January 2024
About This Policy
Foodfeelscience ("we," "our," or "us") operates the website foodfeelscience.info. This Cookie Policy explains how we use cookies and similar tracking technologies to enhance your browsing experience on our editorial platform. We are committed to transparency about our data practices.
Our Location: Church Lane 72, Edinburgh
What Are Cookies?
Cookies are small text files stored on your device (computer, tablet, or mobile phone) when you visit our website. They help us recognize returning visitors, remember preferences, and analyze how our content is accessed and used.
Note: Cookies do not identify you personally unless you choose to provide personal information through our contact forms or feedback submissions.
Types of Cookies We Use
1. Essential Cookies (Strictly Necessary)
These cookies are required for the website to function properly. They enable core functionality such as security features, page navigation, and access to secure areas of our site. You cannot disable these cookies without affecting site functionality.
- Session cookies that maintain your browsing session
- Security cookies that prevent fraud and protect data
- Load balancing cookies for website performance
2. Performance Cookies (Analytics)
These cookies collect information about how visitors interact with our content. We use this data to understand which articles are most read, how long readers spend on pages, and which topics generate the most interest. This helps us improve our editorial content and website experience.
- Page visit statistics and article performance metrics
- Reader engagement patterns and browsing behavior
- Site performance optimization data
3. Functional Cookies (Preference)
These cookies remember your preferences and choices to personalize your experience on our site. They enable features like remembering your preferred font size, language preference, or theme selection for your next visit.
- Language and regional settings
- Display preferences and theme choices
- Saved article categories or topic interests
4. Marketing & Tracking Cookies
We may use cookies from third-party partners to track how our content is shared across platforms and to understand reader demographics. These cookies are optional and require your consent.
- Social media sharing and engagement tracking
- Content distribution metrics across platforms
- Reader interest patterns for editorial planning
How We Use Cookies
Improve Content Quality
Analyzing which articles resonate with readers helps our editorial team create more relevant, valuable content.
Enhance User Experience
Cookies enable personalized features, faster page loading, and easier navigation through our content library.
Security & Fraud Prevention
Essential cookies protect your data and prevent unauthorized access to our platform.
Editorial Planning
Understanding reader interests and engagement patterns guides our editorial calendar and topic selection.
Website Performance
Performance cookies help us identify technical issues and optimize site speed for better readability.
Cookie List
Below is a detailed list of cookies we use on foodfeelscience.info:
| Cookie Name | Type | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| PHPSESSID | Essential | Maintains user session | Session |
| _ga | Analytics | Google Analytics - tracks page visits | 2 years |
| _gid | Analytics | Google Analytics - distinguishes users | 24 hours |
| user_pref_lang | Functional | Stores language preference | 1 year |
| theme_preference | Functional | Remembers light/dark theme choice | 1 year |
| fb_pixel | Marketing | Facebook - tracks content sharing | 90 days |
| __Secure-X | Essential | Security token for data protection | Session |
| cookie_consent | Essential | Records your cookie preferences | 1 year |
Note: Third-party service providers may also set their own cookies. Please review their privacy policies.
How to Manage Cookies
Browser Controls
Most web browsers allow you to control cookies through their settings. You can choose to:
- Accept all cookies
- Reject all non-essential cookies
- Be notified when cookies are being set
- Delete existing cookies from your device
Instructions for managing cookies in different browsers:
- Chrome: Settings > Privacy and Security > Cookies and other site data
- Firefox: Options > Privacy & Security > Cookies and Site Data
- Safari: Preferences > Privacy > Manage Website Data
- Edge: Settings > Privacy > Cookies and other site permissions
Important: Disabling essential cookies may affect your ability to use certain features of our website. However, you can safely disable performance, functional, and marketing cookies without impacting core functionality.
Opt-Out Options
For specific analytics services, you may use their opt-out tools:
- Google Analytics: Install the Google Analytics Opt-out Browser Add-on
- Network Advertising Initiative (NAI): Visit NAI Opt-Out Tool
Cookie Consent
When you first visit our site, you'll see a cookie consent banner. You can adjust your preferences by clicking "Manage Preferences" or updating your choices at any time through the cookie banner at the bottom of the page.
Third-Party Services
Our website integrates with third-party services that may set their own cookies:
Facebook Pixel
Tracks article sharing and content distribution across social platforms.
Content Delivery Network (CDN)
Optimizes article delivery and image loading speed for readers worldwide.
We encourage you to review the privacy policies of these third-party services to understand their data practices.
Data Retention
We retain cookie data according to the following principles:
- • Essential cookies are retained only for the duration of your session or as long as necessary for security purposes.
- • Analytics cookies are typically retained for up to 2 years, after which aggregated data is deleted.
- • Functional cookies persist for up to 1 year and refresh upon your next visit.
- • Marketing cookies are retained according to third-party provider policies, typically 90 days to 1 year.
You can delete cookies from your device at any time using your browser settings.
Your Privacy Rights
Depending on your location, you may have specific rights regarding cookies and personal data:
GDPR (EU/UK)
If you are in the European Union or United Kingdom, you have the right to access, rectify, or delete your personal data, and to withdraw consent for non-essential cookies at any time.
CCPA (California)
If you are a California resident, you have the right to know what personal information is collected, to delete it, and to opt-out of the "sale" or sharing of your information.
General Rights
You have the right to control cookies through your browser settings and to receive transparent information about our data practices.
Get in Touch
Have questions about our privacy practices or data handling? We're here to help. Contact our Data Protection Officer or support team.
Support
Frequently Asked Questions
We collect account information, dietary preferences, health data (with consent), usage analytics, and device information to personalize your experience and improve our services.
We retain data as long as necessary for service provision and legal compliance. Users can request deletion anytime. Deleted accounts have data purged within 30 days.
Yes. Under GDPR and similar regulations, you have the right to request a copy of your personal data. Submit requests to [email protected].
No. We never sell personal data. We may share anonymized, aggregated data for research purposes only, with strict contractual protections in place.
Log into your account, navigate to Settings > Privacy & Data, and adjust your preferences for cookies, marketing communications, and data sharing at any time.
Your Privacy Matters
We're committed to transparent, ethical data practices. Review our full Privacy Policy, update your settings anytime, or contact us with questions.