Cookie Policy
Last Updated: January 2024 | Healthwellnesscore Editorial
Introduction
Healthwellnesscore ("we," "us," "our," or "the Site") operates healthwellnesscore.info as an editorial and informational platform. This Cookie Policy explains how we use cookies and similar tracking technologies to enhance your browsing experience and understand how readers interact with our content.
By accessing and using our Site, you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agree to be bound by this Cookie Policy. If you do not agree with our cookie practices, please refrain from using the Site.
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 (computer, tablet, or mobile phone) when you visit a website. They contain information about your browsing activity and preferences. Cookies help websites recognize returning visitors, remember user preferences, and provide a more personalized experience.
Similar technologies include web beacons, pixels, and local storage mechanisms that serve comparable functions in tracking and analyzing user behavior.
Types of Cookies We Use
Essential (Strictly Necessary) Cookies
These cookies are required for the Site to function properly. They enable core functionality such as page navigation, content loading, and security features.
- Session management and user authentication
- Protection against fraud and security threats
- Preference storage (language, accessibility settings)
- Content delivery and technical performance
Performance & Analytics Cookies
These cookies help us understand how visitors use our Site. They collect anonymous data about page visits, article engagement, and browsing patterns to improve content quality and user experience.
- Page load performance metrics
- Reader engagement with articles and content sections
- Traffic sources and navigation flows
- Device types and browsers used by visitors
Functional Cookies
These cookies enable enhanced functionality and personalization. They remember your choices to provide a customized browsing experience across your visits.
- Remembering previously read articles
- Saving content preferences and interests
- Storing user-selected display preferences
- Remembering search history within the Site
Third-Party & Advertising Cookies
We work with third-party partners who may place cookies to measure advertising effectiveness, provide relevant content recommendations, and analyze broader audience trends.
- Advertising network cookies from Google and similar platforms
- Content recommendation engines
- Social media integration cookies
- Analytics from third-party services
How We Use Cookies
As an editorial platform, we use cookies primarily to:
- • Improve Content Quality: Understanding which articles resonate with readers helps our editorial team create more relevant and engaging content.
- • Enhance User Experience: Cookies enable personalized navigation, content recommendations, and saved preferences.
- • Analyze Reader Behavior: We track which topics are most popular, how readers navigate the Site, and which content formats work best.
- • Maintain Security: Essential cookies protect against fraud, unauthorized access, and security threats.
- • Support Site Operations: Cookies enable critical functions like remembering your session and displaying content correctly.
Detailed Cookie List
| Cookie Name | Type | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
hwc_session |
Essential | Maintains user session and login state | Session |
hwc_preferences |
Functional | Stores user display and content preferences | 12 months |
hwc_read_articles |
Functional | Remembers previously read articles | 6 months |
hwc_language |
Functional | Remembers language and locale preferences | 12 months |
_ga |
Analytics | Google Analytics - Tracks visitor statistics | 2 years |
_gid |
Analytics | Google Analytics - Session tracking | 24 hours |
_gat |
Analytics | Google Analytics - Request throttling | 1 minute |
hwc_content_engagement |
Performance | Measures article engagement and scroll depth | 90 days |
hwc_search_history |
Functional | Stores Site search queries for quick access | 3 months |
hwc_csrf_token |
Essential | Security protection against cross-site attacks | Session |
fb_pixel |
Third-Party | Facebook tracking for content analytics | 3 months |
google_ads_id |
Advertising | Google Ads tracking and retargeting | 2 years |
How to Manage Your Cookies
Cookie Consent Banner
When you first visit our Site, a cookie consent banner appears. You can accept all cookies, reject non-essential cookies, or customize your preferences. You can change these settings at any time using the cookie preferences link in our footer.
Browser Settings
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:
- 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, search, and services > Cookies and other site data
Opting Out of Third-Party Cookies
To opt out of third-party advertising cookies, you can use industry opt-out tools:
- Google Ad Settings:
adssettings.google.com - Network Advertising Initiative:
optout.networkadvertising.org - Digital Advertising Alliance:
optout.aboutads.info
Important Notice
Disabling essential cookies may affect the functionality of our Site and prevent you from accessing certain features. Non-essential cookies can be disabled without significantly impacting your ability to read and browse our content.
Cookie Data Retention
We retain cookie data in accordance with the timeframes specified in our Cookie List table above. Once cookies expire, they are automatically deleted from your device. You can delete cookies manually at any time through your browser settings.
Analytics data derived from cookies is typically retained for 12-24 months to track long-term trends and reader behavior patterns. Aggregated and anonymized data may be retained longer for historical analysis.
Privacy, GDPR & Data Protection
While cookies typically contain non-personal information, they may be linked to personal data if you're logged into your account or have provided information to us. This data is protected under applicable privacy laws, including GDPR and similar regulations.
- • GDPR Compliance: If you are in the European Union, we comply with GDPR requirements regarding cookie consent and data processing.
- • Data Rights: You have the right to access, correct, or delete personal data we hold. Contact us for requests.
- • Third-Party Data Sharing: We only share aggregated analytics data with third parties; personal information is not sold or shared without consent.
For more information, please review our full Privacy Policy.
Updates to This Cookie Policy
We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices, technology, or applicable law. When we make material changes, we will notify you by updating the "Last Updated" date at the top of this page and, if necessary, by providing additional notice.
Your continued use of the Site following the posting of revised Cookie Policy means that you accept and agree to the changes. We encourage you to periodically review this policy to stay informed about how we use cookies.
Questions or Feedback?
If you have questions about our cookie practices or content policies, our editorial team welcomes your feedback.
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