Cookie Policy
Last updated: January 2025
About This Cookie Policy
At Dietmasterguidance, we use cookies to enhance your browsing experience on our editorial platform. This policy explains what cookies are, how we use them, and how you can manage your preferences.
Dietmasterguidance is an informational and editorial platform providing nutrition and wellness content. We are committed to transparency about how we collect and use data while respecting your privacy.
What Are Cookies?
Cookies are small text files stored on your device (computer, tablet, or mobile phone) when you visit our website. They contain information about your browsing activity and preferences, allowing websites to recognize you on return visits.
Cookies are essential for website functionality and help us understand how our readers interact with our content. They are not executable programs and cannot harm your device.
Duration: Cookies may be "session cookies" (deleted when you close your browser) or "persistent cookies" (stored for a set period or until manually deleted).
Types of Cookies We Use
Essential (Strictly Necessary) Cookies
These cookies are required for the website to function properly. They enable core features such as page navigation, security, and access to secure areas.
- Session authentication and security verification
- User preference storage (language, display settings)
- Prevention of fraud and malicious activities
- Remembering user choices during site navigation
Status: Cannot be disabled as they are necessary for site functionality.
Analytics Cookies
These cookies help us understand how readers interact with our content. We use this data to improve article quality, navigation, and overall user experience.
- Tracking page views and article engagement
- Identifying popular content and reader interests
- Measuring session duration and bounce rates
- Understanding reader demographics and geographic location
Status: Opt-in. You can disable these cookies anytime.
Functionality Cookies
These cookies remember your choices and preferences to enhance your experience across visits.
- Remembering article bookmarks and reading history
- Storing search preferences and filters
- Recalling font size, theme, and layout preferences
- Enabling personalized content recommendations
Status: Opt-in. You can manage these preferences.
Marketing & Advertising Cookies
These cookies are used to deliver relevant advertisements and to track advertising campaign performance across platforms.
- Displaying ads relevant to your interests
- Creating audience segments for targeted campaigns
- Measuring ad click-through rates and conversions
- Preventing the same ad from appearing repeatedly
Status: Opt-in. You can disable these cookies.
Third-Party Cookies
These cookies are set by external partners and service providers we work with, such as analytics platforms and ad networks.
- Google Analytics for traffic measurement
- Social media platform integration
- Third-party ad networks and retargeting services
- Content delivery network (CDN) providers
Status: Governed by third-party privacy policies. You can manage preferences in their respective settings.
How We Use Cookies
Site Performance & Security
Cookies help us maintain site stability, prevent security threats, and ensure smooth navigation for all readers.
Understanding Reader Behavior
We analyze which articles are most popular, how long readers spend on content, and which topics generate interest. This helps our editorial team create better, more relevant content.
Personalizing Your Experience
Cookies remember your preferences, bookmarked articles, and reading history to provide a more personalized browsing experience.
Relevant Content Delivery
We use cookies to suggest articles and resources aligned with your interests and reading patterns.
Advertising & Campaign Measurement
We measure the effectiveness of our campaigns and display advertisements from partners that may be relevant to your interests.
Cookies We Use - Detailed List
| Cookie Name | Type | Duration | Purpose |
|---|---|---|---|
| PHPSESSID | Essential | Session | User authentication and session management |
| user_preferences | Functionality | 1 year | Stores display, language, and theme preferences |
| _ga | Analytics | 2 years | Google Analytics - user identification |
| _gid | Analytics | 24 hours | Google Analytics - session tracking |
| _gat_UA | Analytics | 1 minute | Google Analytics - request throttling |
| reading_history | Functionality | 6 months | Tracks recently read articles |
| bookmarks | Functionality | 1 year | Stores bookmarked articles and content |
| ad_preferences | Marketing | 3 months | Tracks ad engagement and preferences |
| doubleclick.net | Marketing (Third-party) | Varies | Google Display Network - retargeting and ads |
| facebook.com pixels | Marketing (Third-party) | Varies | Facebook pixel - conversion tracking and ads |
Note: This list is not exhaustive and may be updated as we implement new tools. Third-party cookie durations are determined by external providers and may vary based on user activity.
Managing Your Cookie Preferences
Browser-Level Controls
You can control cookies through your browser settings. Most browsers allow you to refuse cookies or alert you when cookies are being sent. Here's how to manage cookies in popular browsers:
Google Chrome
Settings > Privacy and Security > Cookies and other site data
Mozilla Firefox
Preferences > Privacy & Security > Cookies and Site Data
Safari
Preferences > Privacy > Manage Website Data
Microsoft Edge
Settings > Privacy, Search, and Services > Clear Browsing Data
Site-Level Cookie Consent
When you first visit Dietmasterguidance, we display a cookie consent banner. You can:
- Accept all cookies
- Decline non-essential cookies
- Customize which cookie types to enable
- Withdraw consent anytime from your account settings
Third-Party Opt-Outs
To manage cookies from specific third-party providers, visit:
- Google Ad Settings - manage Google ad cookies
- Facebook Ad Preferences - control Facebook tracking
- Digital Advertising Alliance - opt out of behavioral advertising
- Your Online Choices - European privacy controls
Important: Disabling essential cookies may affect website functionality. You may not be able to access certain features or log into your account if essential cookies are disabled.
Do Not Track (DNT) Signals
Some browsers include a "Do Not Track" feature. Currently, there is no industry-wide standard for recognizing DNT signals. However, we respect your privacy choices and honor DNT preferences where technically feasible.
If you enable DNT in your browser, we will attempt to honor this preference for analytics and marketing cookies, though essential cookies required for site functionality will remain active.
Cookie Data Retention
We retain cookie data in accordance with applicable regulations and our privacy practices:
Session Cookies: Deleted automatically when you close your browser
Persistent Cookies: Stored until their expiration date (ranging from days to years)
Analytics Data: Aggregated data is retained for 12-24 months for trend analysis
User Request: You can request deletion of your data anytime by contacting us
Sharing Cookie Data with Third Parties
We may share cookie-derived data with trusted partners and service providers for specific purposes: