Cookie Policy
Last updated: January 2025
About This Cookie Policy
Healthyfoodfacts ("we," "us," "our," or "Company") is committed to transparency regarding how our website uses cookies and similar technologies. This Cookie Policy explains what cookies are, which types we use, why we use them, and how you can manage your cookie preferences.
This policy applies to our website at healthyfoodfacts.info and all content published on our platform. By accessing our website, you acknowledge that you have read and understood this Cookie Policy.
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 smartphone) when you visit a website. They contain information about your browsing behavior and preferences. Cookies are widely used to make websites work more efficiently and to provide a better user experience.
Key Points: Cookies do not contain viruses or malware. They cannot execute code or automatically transmit personal information without your knowledge. They are simply data storage files.
There are two main types based on duration: Session cookies (deleted when you close your browser) and Persistent cookies (remain on your device until they expire or you delete them).
Types of Cookies We Use
1. Essential Cookies
These cookies are necessary for the basic functioning of our website. They enable core functionality such as page navigation, access to secure areas, and form submission. Without essential cookies, our website may not function properly.
Duration: Session or short-term persistent
2. Performance/Analytics Cookies
We use analytics cookies to understand how visitors interact with our website. These cookies collect information about pages visited, time spent on pages, links clicked, and error messages. This data helps our editorial team improve content quality and user experience.
Duration: Persistent (typically 1-2 years)
3. Preference Cookies
These cookies remember your choices and preferences when you visit our website, such as language selection, text size preferences, and other customization options. They enhance your personalized experience across visits.
Duration: Persistent (6-12 months)
4. Third-Party Cookies
Our website may contain content or services from third-party providers (such as embedded videos or analytics tools). These providers may set their own cookies on your device. We do not control third-party cookies and recommend reviewing their privacy policies.
Duration: Varies by provider
How We Use Cookies
- • Improving Content: Analytics data helps us understand which articles and topics resonate most with our readers, guiding our editorial decisions.
- • Enhancing User Experience: We use preference cookies to remember your settings, making navigation easier on repeat visits.
- • Ensuring Website Functionality: Essential cookies keep our website secure and functioning properly across devices and browsers.
- • Measuring Performance: We track page load times, server response times, and technical performance to maintain a fast, reliable platform.
- • Audience Insights: Aggregated, anonymized analytics help us understand our readership demographics and interests.
Managing Your Cookies
Browser Controls
Most web browsers allow you to control cookies through their settings. You can typically:
- ✓ View and delete existing cookies
- ✓ Block all cookies or specific cookie types
- ✓ Receive alerts when new cookies are set
- ✓ Enable "Do Not Track" functionality
Instructions for popular browsers: Chrome, Firefox, Safari, Edge
Cookie Consent Banner
When you first visit our website, you will see a cookie consent banner. You can:
- ✓ Accept all cookies and continue browsing
- ✓ Accept only essential cookies
- ✓ Customize your cookie preferences
Note: Disabling certain cookies may limit the functionality of our website or prevent access to specific features. Essential cookies cannot be disabled as they are required for website operation.
Cookie List
The following table details the cookies used on healthyfoodfacts.info:
| Cookie Name | Type | Duration | Purpose |
|---|---|---|---|
| PHPSESSID | Essential | Session | Maintains user session and website functionality |
| hff_consent | Preference | 1 year | Stores cookie consent preferences |
| hff_language | Preference | 1 year | Remembers language preference |
| _ga | Analytics | 2 years | Google Analytics - unique visitor identification |
| _ga_XXXXXXXXXX | Analytics | 2 years | Google Analytics - session tracking |
| _gid | Analytics | 24 hours | Google Analytics - session identification |
| hff_darkmode | Preference | 1 year | Stores dark mode preference |
| hff_fontsize | Preference | 1 year | Stores text size preference |
Third-Party Services and Links
Our website may contain links to external websites and integrated content from third-party services. These services may set their own cookies independent of our control. Common third-party services include:
We recommend reviewing the privacy policies of these third-party services to understand how they use cookies and collect data. We are not responsible for the cookie practices of external websites.
Legal Compliance
This Cookie Policy complies with applicable privacy and data protection regulations, including:
- • GDPR (General Data Protection Regulation): Applicable to users in the European Union
- • CCPA (California Consumer Privacy Act): Applicable to California residents
- • UK GDPR: Applicable to users in the United Kingdom
- • ePrivacy Directive: Standards for electronic communications privacy
We obtain explicit consent before using non-essential cookies and provide clear information about our cookie practices. You have the right to access, withdraw, or modify your consent at any time through your browser settings or our cookie preference center.
Updates to This Policy
We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices, technology, legal requirements, or other factors. Any changes will be posted on this page with an updated "Last Updated" date.
Continued use of our website following such modifications constitutes your acceptance of the updated Cookie Policy. We recommend reviewing this policy periodically to stay informed about how we use cookies.
Questions About Our Cookie Policy?
If you have questions, concerns, or feedback about this Cookie Policy or our cookie practices, please contact our editorial team:
For content questions and article feedback, please use the email above or visit our FAQ page.
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