Cookie Policy
Last updated: January 2024
At Balanced Food Class (balancedfoodclass.info), we use cookies to enhance your browsing experience and understand how you interact with our content. This policy explains what cookies are, how we use them, and how you can manage your preferences.
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.
What Are Cookies?
Cookies are small text files stored on your device when you visit a website. They help websites remember information about your visit, such as your preferences and browsing patterns. Cookies do not contain viruses or malware.
Each cookie is unique to your browser and expires after a set period. When you revisit our site, the website can read the stored cookie to recognize you and personalize your experience.
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 restricted content. Without these cookies, our website cannot operate effectively.
Performance Cookies
We use performance cookies to analyze how visitors use our site. These cookies collect anonymous data about page load times, user interactions, and browsing paths. This information helps our editorial team improve content delivery and site performance.
Functional Cookies
Functional cookies remember your preferences and choices, such as language selection, text size, or the sections you frequently visit. This enhances your browsing experience by personalizing how content is displayed to you.
Analytics Cookies
We use Google Analytics and similar tools to understand reader behavior and editorial engagement. These cookies track which articles are most popular, how long readers spend on pages, and which topics generate the most interest. This data guides our content strategy.
Third-Party Cookies
Some external services embedded on our site (such as video players, social media widgets, or analytics platforms) may set their own cookies. We do not control these cookies, and we recommend reviewing their privacy policies.
How We Use Cookies
- • Content Personalization: To tailor articles and recommendations based on your reading history
- • User Analytics: To measure which articles resonate with our readers and track engagement metrics
- • Site Functionality: To maintain your session, remember login status, and ensure smooth navigation
- • Security: To protect against fraudulent activity and unauthorized access
- • Editorial Insights: To understand which topics and sections attract the most reader interest
Managing Your Cookies
You have full control over cookie settings in your web browser. You can choose to accept, reject, or delete cookies at any time. Here's how to manage cookies in popular browsers:
Google Chrome
Settings → Privacy and Security → Cookies and other site data
Mozilla Firefox
Options → Privacy & Security → Cookies and Site Data
Apple Safari
Preferences → Privacy → Cookies and Website Data
Microsoft Edge
Settings → Privacy, search, and services → Clear browsing data
Note: Disabling essential cookies may affect website functionality and your ability to access certain features. We recommend keeping essential cookies enabled while customizing preferences for analytical and functional cookies.
Cookie List
Below is a detailed list of cookies used on our website:
| Cookie Name | Type | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| PHPSESSID | Essential | Maintains user session | Session |
| _ga | Analytics | Google Analytics tracking | 2 years |
| _gid | Analytics | Google Analytics user ID | 24 hours |
| _gat | Analytics | Google Analytics request throttling | 1 minute |
| lang_preference | Functional | Stores language preference | 1 year |
| theme_mode | Functional | Remembers dark/light mode preference | 1 year |
| cookie_consent | Essential | Tracks cookie consent preferences | 1 year |
| recent_articles | Functional | Stores recently viewed articles | 30 days |
| utm_source | Analytics | Tracks traffic source | Session |
Third-Party Services
Our website uses services from third-party providers that may set their own cookies:
Google Analytics
We use Google Analytics to understand how readers interact with our content. Learn more and manage your privacy settings at Google's Privacy & Terms page.
Social Media Widgets
If we embed social media content (Facebook, Twitter, Instagram), those platforms may set cookies. Review their privacy policies directly.
Video Providers
Embedded videos (YouTube, Vimeo) may use cookies for video analytics and preferences. Consult their privacy documentation for details.
Your Privacy Rights
If you are in the European Union or other jurisdictions with strict data protection laws, you have additional rights:
- • Right to Access: Request information about what cookies we store
- • Right to Delete: Request deletion of cookies and personal data
- • Right to Opt-Out: Decline non-essential cookies without penalty
- • Right to Withdraw Consent: Change your cookie preferences at any time
Questions About This Policy?
If you have questions about how we use cookies or would like to discuss our editorial practices, please reach out to our team:
Balanced Food Class
Strada Lipscani 59, Cluj-Napoca
For content feedback and inquiries: [email protected]
Our editorial team reviews all feedback and uses it to improve our content and user experience.
Policy Updates
We may update this Cookie Policy periodically to reflect changes in our practices, technology, legal requirements, or other factors. We will notify you of significant changes by updating the "Last updated" date at the top of this page and, when appropriate, by posting a prominent notice on our website.
Your continued use of Balanced Food Class following any changes constitutes your acceptance of the updated policy. We encourage you to review this page regularly to stay informed about how we use cookies.
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