Cookie Policy
Last updated: January 2024
This Cookie Policy explains how Nutrition Habits Gateway uses cookies and similar technologies on our website.
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 that are stored on your device (computer, tablet, or mobile phone) when you visit our website. They help us recognize your device and store information about your preferences and browsing activity.
Cookies are widely used in web browsers to enhance user experience, remember preferences, and improve website functionality. They do not contain executable code and cannot transmit viruses.
Types of Cookies We Use
1. Essential Cookies
Purpose: These cookies are necessary for the website to function properly. They enable core functionality such as page navigation, security, and access to secure areas of the website.
Duration: Session-based (deleted when you close your browser) or persistent (up to 12 months)
Opt-out: Cannot be disabled as they are required for website operation
2. Performance & Analytics Cookies
Purpose: These cookies help us understand how visitors interact with our website. They collect data about page load times, bounce rates, traffic sources, and user navigation patterns.
Provider: Google Analytics
Duration: Up to 2 years
Opt-out: You can disable these cookies through your browser settings
3. Functional Cookies
Purpose: These cookies remember your preferences and choices to enhance your experience. They may store your language preference, theme selection, article bookmarks, or reading history.
Duration: Up to 1 year
Opt-out: You can disable these cookies, though some website features may not work optimally
4. Marketing & Advertising Cookies
Purpose: These cookies are used to deliver relevant content and advertisements based on your interests. They track your browsing behavior across multiple websites.
Provider: Third-party advertising networks
Duration: Up to 2 years
Opt-out: You can opt out through your browser settings or visit industry opt-out platforms
5. Social Media Cookies
Purpose: If you interact with social media buttons on our website (sharing articles, following accounts), social platforms may set cookies to track your activity.
Provider: Facebook, Twitter, LinkedIn, and other social platforms
Opt-out: Manage permissions in your social media account settings
How We Use Cookies
- ✓ Website Functionality: Enabling core features like navigation, search, and secure access to our editorial platform
- ✓ User Experience: Remembering your preferences, saved articles, and reading history to personalize your visits
- ✓ Analytics: Analyzing website performance, traffic patterns, and user engagement to improve our content
- ✓ Content Recommendation: Suggesting relevant articles based on your browsing behavior
- ✓ Security: Protecting our website from fraud and unauthorized access
- ✓ Targeted Content: Delivering relevant editorial content and non-intrusive promotional information
Complete Cookie List
| Cookie Name | Type | Provider | Duration | Purpose |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| PHPSESSID | Essential | Nutrition Habits Gateway | Session | User session management |
| nhg_preferences | Functional | Nutrition Habits Gateway | 1 year | Language, theme, and display preferences |
| nhg_bookmarks | Functional | Nutrition Habits Gateway | 1 year | Saved and bookmarked articles |
| _ga | Performance | Google Analytics | 2 years | Unique user identification |
| _gid | Performance | Google Analytics | 24 hours | Session identification |
| _gat | Performance | Google Analytics | 1 minute | Request rate throttling |
| fbp | Marketing | 3 months | Conversion tracking and ad targeting | |
| _fbp | Marketing | 3 months | Facebook pixel tracking | |
| UUID | Marketing | Third-party networks | 1 year | Advertising identification |
| nhg_read_history | Functional | Nutrition Habits Gateway | 6 months | Article reading history for recommendations |
How to Manage Cookies
Browser Controls
Most web browsers allow you to control cookies through your browser settings. You can:
- View cookies stored on your device
- Accept or reject all cookies
- Delete cookies from your device
- Block cookies from specific websites
- Enable "Do Not Track" signals
For detailed instructions, visit your browser's help section or the official documentation for Chrome, Firefox, Safari, Edge, or Opera.
Cookie Consent Banner
When you first visit our website, you will see a cookie consent banner. You can:
- Accept All: Accept all cookies and close the banner
- Manage Preferences: Choose which cookie types to allow
- Reject Non-Essential: Decline marketing and analytics cookies
You can update your cookie preferences at any time by accessing the cookie settings link in the website footer.
Third-Party Opt-Out Tools
For advertising cookies, you can opt out using:
- Network Advertising Initiative (NAI): optout.networkadvertising.org
- Digital Advertising Alliance (DAA): optout.aboutads.info
- European Interactive Digital Advertising Alliance (EDAA): youronlinechoices.eu
Privacy & Data Protection
Your privacy is important to us. We comply with applicable data protection regulations, including:
- → GDPR (General Data Protection Regulation) - For users in the European Union and EEA
- → CCPA (California Consumer Privacy Act) - For users in California
- → BDSG (Bundesdatenschutzgesetz) - German data protection law
For detailed information about how we collect, process, and protect your data, please read our Privacy Policy.
Third-Party Services
Our website may contain links to third-party websites and use services from external providers. These include:
Google Analytics
Web analytics service that tracks visitor behavior and site performance.
View Google Privacy Policy →Meta (Facebook)
Social media integration and conversion tracking pixels.
View Facebook Policy →Third-party providers have their own cookie policies and terms of service. We are not responsible for their practices. Please review their policies directly.
Updates to This Cookie Policy
We may update this Cookie Policy periodically to reflect changes in our practices, technology, or legal requirements. The "Last updated" date at the top of this page indicates when the policy was last revised.
Continued use of our website after any modifications constitutes your acceptance of the updated Cookie Policy. We encourage you to review this page regularly to stay informed about how we use cookies.
Questions About Our Cookie Policy?
If you have questions, concerns, or feedback about our cookie practices, please contact our editorial team:
Nutrition Habits Gateway
Am Markt 96
Berlin, Germany
Email: [email protected]
(For content questions and article feedback)
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Frequently Asked Questions
Find answers to common questions about Nutrition Habits Gateway
Is the information on this site medical advice?
No, the information provided on Nutrition Habits Gateway is educational in nature and should not be considered a substitute for professional medical advice. Please consult with a healthcare provider or registered dietitian before making significant dietary changes.
Who creates the content on this platform?
Our content is carefully researched and compiled from peer-reviewed scientific literature, nutrition textbooks, and contributions from qualified nutrition professionals to ensure accuracy and credibility.
Can I use this information for personal nutrition planning?
While our information is educational and science-based, personal nutrition planning is best done with a qualified healthcare professional who understands your individual health status and needs.
How often is the content updated?
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Is my personal data protected on this site?
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