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Cookie Policy
Last updated: January 2025
This Cookie Policy explains how Wholesomefoodflow uses cookies and similar tracking technologies on our website. We are committed to transparency in how we collect and use information about your visits to our editorial platform.
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 our website. They contain information about your browsing activity and preferences. Cookies help us understand how visitors interact with our content and improve your reading experience on Wholesomefoodflow.
Cookies are not harmful and do not contain viruses. They cannot execute code or deliver malware. However, you have complete control over whether cookies are stored on your device.
Types of Cookies We Use
Essential Cookies
These cookies are necessary for the basic functionality of our website. They enable you to navigate our site, access articles, and use core features. Without these cookies, our website would not function properly.
Examples: Session tokens, security cookies, user preferences for language and accessibility.
Analytics Cookies
We use analytics cookies to understand how visitors interact with our content. These cookies help us track which articles are most popular, how long readers spend on pages, and how visitors navigate our site. This information allows our editorial team to create better content.
Service: Google Analytics and similar platforms for aggregated, anonymized usage data.
Preference Cookies
These cookies remember your choices and preferences on our site, such as your preferred content categories, reading view settings, and font size preferences. They enhance your personalized reading experience.
Examples: Theme preferences (light/dark mode), newsletter subscription preferences, content filter choices.
Marketing & Advertising Cookies
These cookies help us and our advertising partners deliver relevant content and advertisements. They track your interests based on the articles you read to show you content you may find valuable.
Partners: Google Ads, Facebook Pixel, and other content recommendation services.
Third-Party Cookies
Third-party cookies are set by external services embedded on our site, such as social media platforms, video hosting services, and comment systems. These cookies are subject to those third parties' privacy policies.
Examples: Disqus comments, YouTube embedded videos, social media sharing buttons.
How We Use Cookies
- ✓ Improve Content: Understand which articles readers find most valuable to inform our editorial strategy
- ✓ Enhance User Experience: Remember your preferences and settings for a better browsing experience
- ✓ Track Performance: Measure website performance, loading times, and identify technical issues
- ✓ Deliver Relevant Content: Show you articles and topics aligned with your reading interests
- ✓ Security: Prevent fraud and ensure the security of our platform and your data
How to Manage Cookies
You have complete control over cookie settings on your device. You can choose to accept, reject, or delete cookies at any time. Here are your options:
Browser Settings
Most web browsers allow you to control cookies through their settings. You can set your browser to refuse all cookies or alert you when a cookie is sent. Consult your browser's help section for specific instructions:
- • Chrome: Settings → Privacy and security → Cookies and other site data
- • Firefox: Preferences → Privacy & Security → Cookies and Site Data
- • Safari: Preferences → Privacy → Cookies and website data
- • Edge: Settings → Privacy and security → Cookies and other site data
Cookie Consent Banner
When you first visit Wholesomefoodflow, a consent banner appears allowing you to accept or customize your cookie preferences. You can change your choices at any time by accessing the cookie settings in the page footer.
Do Not Track (DNT)
Some browsers include a "Do Not Track" feature. While we respect this preference, we cannot guarantee all third-party services honor DNT signals. Please use browser cookie settings for more reliable control.
Opt-Out of Analytics
You can opt out of Google Analytics tracking by installing the Google Analytics Opt-out Browser Add-on. Your browsing data will not be collected for analytics purposes.
Note: Disabling essential cookies may affect website functionality and your ability to access certain features of our platform.
Cookie List
Below is a detailed list of cookies used on Wholesomefoodflow:
| Cookie Name | Type | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| PHPSESSID | Essential | Session management and user authentication | Session |
| wff_user_preferences | Preference | Stores user content preferences and reading settings | 1 year |
| wff_consent_status | Essential | Records cookie consent preferences | 1 year |
| _ga | Analytics | Google Analytics - unique visitor identification | 2 years |
| _gid | Analytics | Google Analytics - session identification | 24 hours |
| _gat | Analytics | Google Analytics - request throttling | 1 minute |
| wff_article_history | Preference | Tracks articles you've read for personalization | 6 months |
| fb_pixel | Marketing | Facebook - content delivery and retargeting | 3 months |
| google_ads | Marketing | Google Ads - content recommendations | 1 year |
| disqus_session | Third-Party | Disqus comment system authentication | Session |
International Compliance
GDPR (Europe): We comply with the General Data Protection Regulation. European visitors must provide explicit consent before non-essential cookies are placed on their devices. You have the right to access, correct, or delete your personal data.
CCPA (California): We respect California Consumer Privacy Act rights. California residents can request information about our cookie practices and opt out of data sales or sharing.
LGPD (Brazil): We comply with the Brazilian General Data Protection Law regarding cookie usage and personal data processing.
Questions About Our Cookie Policy?
If you have questions about how we use cookies or our privacy practices, our editorial team is here to help. Please reach out to us with your feedback or concerns.
Email: [email protected]
Address: Wholesomefoodflow, Kirchweg 132, Köln, Germany
Policy Updates
We may update this Cookie Policy periodically to reflect changes in our practices or for other operational, legal, or regulatory reasons. We will notify you of material changes by updating the "Last updated" date at the top of this page. Your continued use of our platform constitutes your acceptance of any updates to this policy.
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