Editorial Curation

Cookie Policy

Learn how Dietexpertview uses cookies to enhance your browsing experience on our editorial platform.

Last Updated: January 2024

What Are Cookies?

Cookies are small text files stored on your device when you visit our website. They help us understand how you interact with our content, improve your browsing experience, and analyze article performance. Cookies are essential for modern web functionality and do not harm your device.

Types of Cookies We Use

Essential Cookies

These cookies are necessary for our website to function properly. They enable core functionality such as:

User authentication and session management
Content access and navigation
Security and fraud prevention
Compliance with legal requirements

Persistence: Session and persistent cookies

Analytics Cookies

We use analytics cookies to understand how readers interact with our editorial content:

Tracking page views and time spent on articles
Identifying popular content and topics
Understanding visitor demographics and behavior patterns
Measuring content performance metrics

Provider: Google Analytics (anonymized)

Preference Cookies

These cookies remember your choices and settings to personalize your experience:

Language and regional preferences
Display settings and layout choices
Saved reading history and bookmarks
Cookie consent preferences

Duration: Extended (up to 2 years)

Marketing Cookies

These cookies help us deliver relevant content recommendations and understand content effectiveness:

Content recommendation algorithms
Editorial campaign tracking
Cross-platform content discovery
Newsletter and update preferences

Duration: Variable (30 days to 1 year)

How We Use Cookies

Content Delivery

Cookies ensure our editorial platform loads correctly and provides seamless article access across all devices.

User Experience

We analyze cookie data to understand which articles resonate with our readers and how to improve content accessibility and readability.

Editorial Insights

Analytics cookies help our editorial team identify trending topics and optimize content strategy based on audience engagement patterns.

Security

Cookies protect our platform against fraud, unauthorized access, and maintain the integrity of your reading sessions.

Legal Compliance

Cookies help us comply with data protection regulations and track user consent preferences for content and privacy features.

Detailed Cookie List

Cookie Name	Type	Purpose	Duration
_ga	Analytics	Google Analytics - visitor identification	2 years
_gat	Analytics	Google Analytics - request throttling	1 minute
_gid	Analytics	Google Analytics - session identification	24 hours
PHPSESSID	Essential	Session management and user continuity	Session
dietexpertview_consent	Essential	Cookie consent preferences storage	1 year
dietexpertview_language	Preference	User language selection	1 year
reading_history	Preference	Track viewed articles and reading history	90 days
content_preferences	Preference	Store content category interests	6 months
editorial_campaign	Marketing	Track editorial campaign engagement	30 days
article_recommendations	Marketing	Store content recommendation data	60 days

Managing Your Cookies

Browser Controls

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

View stored cookies
Delete cookies individually or in bulk
Block cookies from specific websites
Enable "Do Not Track" settings

Note: Disabling essential cookies may affect website functionality, including article access and navigation. We recommend keeping essential cookies enabled for optimal experience.

Cookie Consent Management

When you first visit our site, you'll see a cookie consent banner. You can:

Accept all cookies
Reject non-essential cookies
Customize cookie preferences
Withdraw consent anytime in your privacy settings

Third-Party Tools

Additional cookie management resources:

Google Analytics Opt-out: Install the official browser extension to disable Google Analytics tracking
All About Cookies: Visit allaboutcookies.org for detailed browser guides
Your Online Choices: Use youronlinechoices.eu to manage advertising cookies

Third-Party Cookies

Our website may contain content or services from external partners. These third parties may set their own cookies to:

Embed videos or interactive media
Display social sharing buttons
Provide content recommendation features
Track cross-site analytics

We do not control third-party cookies. For information about their cookies, please refer to their respective privacy policies.

Common Third-Party Providers

Google: Analytics, embedded content
Social Media Platforms: Share buttons, embedded posts
Content Delivery Networks: Performance optimization

Data Protection & Privacy

Cookie data is handled in accordance with applicable data protection regulations, including GDPR and local privacy laws. We ensure:

✓

Encryption: All sensitive cookie data is encrypted in transit and at rest

✓

Anonymization: Analytics cookies are anonymized and cannot identify individuals

✓

Retention: Cookies are retained only as long as necessary for their specified purpose

✓

Access Control: Only authorized personnel can access cookie data

✓

No Sharing: Cookie data is not sold or shared with unauthorized third parties

For more information, please review our disclaimer and privacy practices.

Updates to This Policy

We may update this cookie policy periodically to reflect changes in our practices, technology, or legal requirements. When we make significant changes, we will:

Update the "Last Updated" date at the top of this page
Post a prominent notice on our website
Request your consent for any new cookie uses

Your continued use of our site after changes indicates your acceptance of the updated policy.

Questions About Our Cookies?

If you have questions or concerns about how we use cookies, or to provide feedback about our editorial content, please contact our team:

Dietexpertview Editorial Team

Rue Neuve 55

Liège, Belgium

Email: [email protected]

We welcome feedback about our articles and website experience.