Cookie Policy
Learn how Personal Diet Guide uses cookies to enhance your experience
Last updated: January 2024
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What Are Cookies?
Cookies are small text files stored on your device when you visit our website. They contain information about your browsing activity and preferences. At Personal Diet Guide, we use cookies to improve your experience, understand how you interact with our content, and ensure our website functions properly.
This Cookie Policy explains what cookies we use, why we use them, and how you can control them. By continuing to use our website, you consent to our use of cookies as described in this policy.
Types of Cookies We Use
Essential Cookies
These cookies are necessary for the website to function properly. They enable core functionality such as security, network management, and accessibility. Without these cookies, parts of our website cannot operate correctly.
Duration: Session or up to 1 year
Performance Cookies
These cookies help us understand how visitors use our website by collecting and reporting information anonymously. They measure page performance, site speed, and user interactions. This data helps our editorial team improve content delivery and user experience.
Duration: Up to 2 years
Functional Cookies
These cookies remember your preferences and choices (such as language selection, theme preference, or article bookmarks) to provide a more personalized experience when you return to our site.
Duration: Up to 1 year
Analytical Cookies
These cookies help us analyze how our content performs and which articles are most valuable to readers. We use tools like Google Analytics to track page views, user demographics, and engagement patterns. All data is aggregated and anonymized.
Duration: Up to 2 years
Marketing Cookies
These cookies track your behavior across websites to show you relevant content recommendations and maintain our editorial presence on social media platforms. They help us understand which topics and articles resonate with our audience.
Duration: Up to 2 years
How We Use Cookies
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Content Optimization
Understanding which diet and nutrition articles receive the most engagement helps us create better editorial content
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User Experience
Remembering your preferences ensures a smoother, more personalized browsing experience
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Website Security
Essential cookies protect your data and prevent fraudulent activity
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Analytics & Insights
Aggregated data helps us understand reader behavior and improve site performance
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Social Media Integration
Cookies enable social sharing features and help us maintain our editorial presence across platforms
Detailed Cookie List
| Cookie Name | Type | Purpose | Duration |
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| _ga | Analytical | Google Analytics - Tracks unique visitors | 2 years |
| _gid | Analytical | Google Analytics - Session identifier | 24 hours |
| _gat | Analytical | Google Analytics - Request rate throttling | 1 minute |
| pdg_session | Essential | Session management and security | Session |
| pdg_preferences | Functional | User preferences (language, theme, bookmarks) | 1 year |
| fb_pixel | Marketing | Social media tracking for content recommendations | 90 days |
| tw_pixel | Marketing | Twitter content engagement tracking | 90 days |
| consent_banner | Essential | Remembers cookie consent preferences | 1 year |
| performance_metrics | Performance | Measures page load time and performance | Session |
How to Manage Your Cookies
Browser Cookie Settings
Most web browsers allow you to control cookies through their settings. You can choose to:
- Accept all cookies
- Reject all cookies
- Receive a notification each time a website tries to set a cookie
- Accept only first-party cookies (from our domain)
- Delete existing cookies
Browser Instructions
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 → Cookies
Note: Disabling certain cookies may affect the functionality of our website and your browsing experience. Essential cookies are required for basic website operation and cannot be disabled.
Third-Party Services
Our website uses the following third-party services that may set their own cookies:
These services have their own privacy policies and cookie practices. We recommend reviewing them for comprehensive information about their data handling practices.
Your Privacy & Data Protection
At Personal Diet Guide, we take your privacy seriously. We comply with applicable data protection regulations including GDPR and similar privacy laws. Our cookie practices are designed to:
- ● Collect only necessary data for website operation and improvement
- ● Protect your data with industry-standard security measures
- ● Provide transparency about how we use information
- ● Give you control over your cookie preferences
- ● Never sell personal data to third parties
For complete information about how we handle your data, please read our Privacy Statement.
Questions About Our Cookie Policy?
If you have questions or concerns about how we use cookies or your data privacy, our editorial team is here to help. We're committed to transparency and supporting your right to privacy.
Contact Us:
Personal Diet Guide
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Katowice, Poland
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