Cookie Policy
Last updated: January 2025
This Cookie Policy explains how Corebalancenutrition (located at King Street 60, Glasgow) uses cookies and similar tracking technologies on our editorial platform. We are committed to transparency about how we collect and use information to improve your reading experience.
What Are Cookies?
Cookies are small text files stored on your device (computer, tablet, or smartphone) when you visit our website. They contain information that is sent back to our servers when you return. Cookies help us understand how visitors interact with our content and enable us to optimize your experience.
Similar technologies include web beacons, pixels, and local storage, which serve comparable functions in tracking and personalizing your interactions with our platform.
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, security features, and access to secure areas of our site.
- Session management and user authentication
- Security and fraud detection
- Website stability and performance
- Load balancing across servers
Analytics & Performance Cookies
These cookies help us understand how visitors interact with our content. They collect information about pages visited, time spent reading, and user journeys through our editorial platform.
- Page visit analytics and user behavior patterns
- Content performance metrics
- Website traffic analysis
- User interface optimization insights
Functional Cookies
These cookies enable enhanced functionality and personalization. They remember your preferences and settings to provide a more tailored reading experience.
- User preferences and language settings
- Remembering previously read articles
- Font size and display customization
- Reader preference storage
Marketing & Third-Party Cookies
These cookies are set by advertising and content partners. They track interests and behavior to deliver content recommendations and relevant advertising based on your reading history.
- Content recommendation algorithms
- Advertising partner tracking
- Cross-website behavior analysis
- Social media integration cookies
How We Use Cookies
Content Optimization
We analyze which articles resonate most with readers to improve editorial quality and relevance.
User Experience
We improve navigation, loading times, and overall platform usability based on user behavior data.
Personalization
We deliver personalized content recommendations based on your reading history and interests.
Security & Fraud Prevention
We use cookies to detect suspicious activity and protect the integrity of our platform.
Managing Your Cookies
Browser Controls
Most web browsers allow you to control cookies through their settings. You can typically find these options under "Preferences," "Settings," or "Privacy."
You can:
- View what cookies are stored
- Delete specific or all cookies
- Block new cookies or third-party cookies
- Set exceptions for particular websites
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
What Happens If You Disable Cookies?
If you choose to disable cookies, some features of our website may not function properly. You may experience:
- Loss of personalized content recommendations
- Inability to save reading preferences
- Potential security issues with account access
- Reduced website performance
Our Cookie List
Below is a comprehensive list of cookies used on our platform, their purpose, and retention periods:
| Cookie Name | Purpose | Type | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| _ga | Google Analytics - User identification | Analytics | 2 years |
| _gid | Google Analytics - Session identification | Analytics | 24 hours |
| _gat | Google Analytics - Request throttling | Analytics | 1 minute |
| PHPSESSID | PHP Session - Server session management | Essential | Session |
| cbn_user_prefs | User preferences - Font size, theme, language | Functional | 1 year |
| cbn_reading_history | Reading history for content recommendations | Functional | 90 days |
| consent_status | Cookie consent preference tracking | Essential | 1 year |
| _fbp | Facebook Pixel - Advertising and analytics | Marketing | 3 months |
| _tt_enable_cookie | TikTok Pixel - Content distribution analytics | Marketing | 1 year |
| __Secure-1PSID | Google Ads - Advertising and performance | Marketing | 1 year |
| NID | Google - Security and personalization | Functional | 6 months |
| IDE | Google DoubleClick - Cross-site tracking | Marketing | 1 year |
| cbn_access_log | Security - Detecting suspicious activity | Essential | 30 days |
| utm_source | Traffic source tracking | Analytics | Session |
Third-Party Cookie Partners
We work with external services that may place cookies on your device. These partners include:
Google Ads & DoubleClick
Manages advertising campaigns and performance tracking.
View Google Ads Policy →Facebook Pixel
Tracks conversions and user interactions for advertising optimization.
View Facebook Cookie Policy →TikTok Pixel
Analyzes content distribution and user engagement on social platforms.
View TikTok Privacy Policy →Your Privacy Rights
Under applicable privacy regulations (including GDPR and similar laws), you have the following rights:
- ✓ Right to Access: Request information about cookies and data we collect.
- ✓ Right to Withdraw Consent: Opt out of non-essential cookies at any time.
- ✓ Right to Deletion: Request deletion of personal data collected via cookies.
- ✓ Right to Portability: Receive your data in a structured, portable format.
- ✓ Right to Object: Opt out of specific processing activities, including analytics.
Updates to This Policy
We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices, technology, or legal requirements. We will notify you of significant changes by updating the "Last updated" date at the top of this page. Your continued use of our platform following such changes constitutes your acceptance of the updated policy.
Get in Touch
If you have questions about our cookie practices or would like to discuss your privacy preferences, please contact our editorial team:
Corebalancenutrition
King Street 60
Glasgow
United Kingdom
Email: [email protected]
For content questions and editorial feedback, please use our email address. We typically respond within 5-7 business days.
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