Cookie Policy
Last updated: January 2024
This Cookie Policy explains how Nutrition Professional uses cookies and similar tracking technologies on our website.
What Are Cookies?
Cookies are small text files that are stored on your device (computer, tablet, or mobile phone) when you visit our website. They are widely used to make websites work more efficiently and to provide information to website owners.
Most cookies contain a unique identifier called a cookie ID. The information collected through cookies is not personally identifiable, though it may be combined with other information we collect about you.
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.
Types of Cookies We Use
Essential Cookies
These cookies are necessary for our website to function properly. They enable basic functionality such as page navigation, secure access to member areas, and protection against fraud.
Examples: Session cookies, security tokens, login authentication
Performance Cookies
These cookies help us understand how visitors use our website by collecting and reporting information anonymously. They help us improve site performance and user experience.
Examples: Analytics cookies, page load times, traffic sources
Functional Cookies
These cookies remember your preferences and choices to provide a more personalized experience when you return to our website.
Examples: Language preferences, saved articles, theme settings
Targeting/Advertising Cookies
These cookies may be set by our advertising partners to build a profile of your interests and display relevant content and advertisements on other sites.
Examples: Ad platform cookies, retargeting pixels, conversion tracking
How We Use Cookies
- • Improve functionality: Ensuring our website loads correctly and all features work properly
- • Analyze usage: Understanding which articles and sections are most read by our audience
- • Personalize content: Delivering relevant editorial content based on your interests
- • Prevent fraud: Protecting our website and users from malicious activity
- • Display relevant ads: Showing advertisements that match your interests and browsing behavior
- • Remember preferences: Storing your language choice, theme preference, and saved reading lists
Cookie List
Below is a detailed list of cookies used on our website:
| Cookie Name | Type | Duration | Purpose |
|---|---|---|---|
| PHPSESSID | Essential | Session | Maintains user session and authentication |
| _ga | Performance | 2 years | Google Analytics - unique user identification |
| _gid | Performance | 24 hours | Google Analytics - session identification |
| _gat | Performance | 1 minute | Google Analytics - request throttling |
| np_language | Functional | 1 year | Stores your language preference |
| np_theme | Functional | 1 year | Remembers your theme preference (light/dark) |
| np_saved_articles | Functional | 6 months | Stores your saved articles for quick access |
| fbp | Targeting | 3 months | Facebook pixel for conversion tracking |
| _fbp | Targeting | 3 months | Facebook tracking for ad delivery |
| cookie_consent | Essential | 1 year | Records your cookie consent preferences |
Managing Your Cookies
Browser Settings
You can control and manage cookies through your web browser settings. Most browsers allow you to refuse cookies or alert you when a cookie is being sent. Here's how to manage cookies in popular browsers:
- • Google 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 & Security > Cookies and other site data
Opt-Out Options
You can opt out of specific types of cookies while still using our website:
- • Google Analytics: Install the Google Analytics Opt-Out Browser Add-on
- • Advertising: Visit the Digital Advertising Alliance's opt-out portal
- • Facebook Ads: Adjust your Facebook ad preferences in your account settings
Note: Please be aware that if you choose to disable cookies, some features of our website may not function properly, and your user experience may be affected.
Third-Party Cookies
Our website may contain links to third-party websites and services that have their own cookie policies. We are not responsible for the cookie practices of these external sites. We recommend reviewing their privacy and cookie policies:
- • Google Analytics: www.google.com/analytics
- • Facebook Pixel: facebook.com/policies
- • Advertising Networks: Refer to respective privacy policies
Privacy & Data Protection
The information collected through cookies is processed in accordance with our Privacy Policy and applicable data protection laws including GDPR. We are committed to protecting your privacy and ensuring transparency about our data practices.
We do not sell personal data to third parties. Cookies are used to improve your experience and to help us understand how our editorial content is being used.
For more information about how we handle your data, please review our full Privacy Policy.
Questions About Cookies?
If you have any questions about this Cookie Policy or our use of cookies, please contact our editorial team:
Updates to This Policy
We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices, new technologies, or other factors. We will notify you of any material changes by posting the updated policy on our website and updating the "Last updated" date at the top.
Your continued use of our website after any updates constitutes your acceptance of the updated Cookie Policy.
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