Cookie Policy
Last updated: January 2024
About This Cookie Policy
Eatcalmthrive ("we," "us," "our") operates the informational platform at eatcalmthrive.info. This Cookie Policy explains how we use cookies and similar tracking technologies to enhance your browsing experience and understand how readers interact with our editorial content.
We are committed to transparency about our data practices. This page outlines what cookies are, why we use them, and how you can manage your preferences.
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. Each cookie is unique to your browser and cannot access files on your device or track you across unrelated websites without your consent.
Types of cookies by duration:
- Session cookies: Deleted when you close your browser
- Persistent cookies: Remain on your device for a set period (days, months, or years)
Types of Cookies We Use
Essential Cookies
These cookies are necessary for our website to function properly. They enable core features such as page navigation, security, and access to protected areas.
Duration: Session or 12 months
Your choice: Cannot be disabled without affecting site functionality
Performance & Analytics Cookies
These cookies help us understand how readers interact with our content. We collect anonymous data about page views, article engagement, scroll depth, and reading time. This information helps our editorial team improve content quality and structure.
Duration: 2 years
Provider: Google Analytics
Your choice: You can opt-out at any time
Functional Cookies
These cookies remember your preferences and choices, such as language settings, theme preferences (dark/light mode), and previously read articles. This enhances your personalized experience.
Duration: 1 year
Your choice: You can disable these cookies
Marketing & Tracking Cookies
We use these cookies to display relevant content recommendations and to understand which topics interest our readers. No personal information is collected or sold. This helps us tailor our editorial focus to reader interests.
Duration: 6-24 months
Your choice: You can disable these cookies
Third-Party Cookies
We may allow trusted partners to place cookies on our site to provide analytics, content recommendations, and technical services. These partners operate under strict data protection agreements.
Providers: Google Analytics, Cloudflare, content delivery networks
Your choice: Manage third-party cookies through your browser settings
How We Use Cookies
Content Optimization
Understanding which articles readers prefer helps us improve editorial quality and relevance.
User Experience
Remembering preferences like theme and language settings makes your visits more comfortable.
Website Performance
Analyzing performance metrics helps us ensure fast loading times and reliable access.
Security & Fraud Prevention
Cookies help us detect and prevent unauthorized access and malicious activity.
Detailed Cookie List
| Cookie Name | Type | Duration | Purpose |
|---|---|---|---|
| PHPSESSID | Essential | Session | User session management |
| _ga | Analytics | 2 years | Google Analytics user ID |
| _gid | Analytics | 24 hours | Google Analytics session ID |
| _gat_gtag_ | Analytics | 1 minute | Google Analytics throttle rate |
| theme_preference | Functional | 1 year | Dark/light mode preference |
| language_pref | Functional | 1 year | Language preference |
| content_history | Functional | 90 days | Recently viewed articles |
| cf_clearance | Essential | 1 year | Cloudflare security verification |
Managing Your Cookie Preferences
Browser Settings
You can control cookies through your browser settings. Most browsers allow you to refuse cookies or alert you when cookies are being set. Here's how:
- 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 permissions
Note: Disabling essential cookies may affect website functionality.
Opt-Out Options
For Google Analytics tracking, you can:
- Install the Google Analytics Opt-out Browser Add-on
- Adjust your Google Ad Settings at myaccount.google.com
- Enable Do Not Track (DNT) in your browser settings
Cookie Consent Management
When you first visit Eatcalmthrive, you'll see a cookie consent banner. You can:
- Accept all cookies to enjoy the full experience
- Accept only essential cookies
- Customize which types of cookies you allow
- Change your preferences at any time via your browser settings
Data Protection & Privacy
We take your privacy seriously. All data collected through cookies is:
- ✓ Anonymized: We do not collect personal identifying information through cookies.
- ✓ Secure: Data is transmitted via HTTPS encryption and stored securely.
- ✓ Limited retention: We retain analytics data only as long as necessary for editorial purposes.
- ✓ Never sold: Cookie data is never shared with third parties for commercial purposes.
For complete information about our data practices, please review our Privacy Policy.
International Compliance
Eatcalmthrive complies with major data protection regulations:
GDPR (EU)
We obtain explicit consent before using non-essential cookies for EU users and provide easy opt-out mechanisms.
CCPA (California)
California residents can request information about cookies and opt-out of cookie-based tracking.
Updates to This Policy
We may update this Cookie Policy occasionally to reflect changes in our practices or regulatory requirements. We will notify you of significant changes by updating the "Last updated" date at the top of this page. Your continued use of Eatcalmthrive following changes constitutes your acceptance of the updated policy.
Questions About Our Cookies?
If you have questions about this Cookie Policy or how we use cookies, we'd like to hear from you. Our editorial team is happy to provide clarification about our data practices.
Contact us:
Eatcalmthrive Editorial Team
Station Road 118
Edinburgh, Scotland
For content feedback or privacy questions, please [email protected].
We aim to respond to all inquiries within 7-10 business days.
Related Pages
- Privacy Policy — Complete privacy and data protection information
- Frequently Asked Questions — Common questions about our platform
- Latest Articles — Explore our editorial content
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This is an informational and editorial platform. For questions about cookies and privacy, please contact us at the address above.