Cookie Policy
Last updated: January 2024
Healthy Holistic Path ("we," "us," or "our") operates healthyholisticpath.info. This Cookie Policy explains how we use 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 stored on your device (computer, tablet, or mobile phone) when you visit our website. They contain information about your browsing activity and preferences, and are used to remember information about you during and between visits.
Similar technologies include web beacons, pixels, local storage, and session storage, which serve similar purposes.
Types of Cookies We Use
Essential Cookies
These cookies are strictly necessary for the website to function properly. They enable core functionality such as security features, network management, and accessibility. Essential cookies cannot be disabled without affecting website functionality.
Examples: Session identifiers, security tokens, login authentication
Performance & Analytics Cookies
These cookies help us understand how visitors interact with our website. They collect anonymous data about page views, click patterns, and user behavior to improve website performance and user experience.
Examples: Google Analytics, page load times, navigation patterns
Functionality Cookies
These cookies remember your preferences and choices to provide a personalized experience. They enable features like language selection, theme preferences, and saved reading history.
Examples: Language preferences, text size settings, recently viewed articles
Marketing & Tracking Cookies
These cookies track your activity across websites to deliver relevant content. They may be set by third-party advertising partners and social media platforms.
Examples: Social media pixels, retargeting cookies, advertisement tracking
How We Use Cookies
- Website Functionality: Ensuring the website operates correctly and securely
- User Experience: Remembering your preferences and personalizing your browsing experience
- Analytics & Insights: Understanding how readers engage with our editorial content
- Content Improvement: Identifying which articles and topics are most valuable to our audience
- Security: Protecting against fraud and maintaining website security
Cookie List
Below is a detailed list of cookies used on healthyholisticpath.info:
| Cookie Name | Type | Duration | Purpose |
|---|---|---|---|
| PHPSESSID | Essential | Session | Maintains user session and security |
| _ga | Analytics | 2 years | Google Analytics - tracks unique visitors |
| _gid | Analytics | 24 hours | Google Analytics - tracks sessions |
| _gat | Analytics | 1 minute | Google Analytics - request throttling |
| hhp_user_preferences | Functionality | 1 year | Stores user theme and language preferences |
| hhp_newsletter_consent | Functionality | 1 year | Remembers newsletter subscription preferences |
| fb_pixel | Marketing | 3 months | Facebook tracking pixel for audience insights |
| __Host-browser_id | Essential | Session | Security cookie for CSRF protection |
| __secure-cookie | Essential | Session | Secure authentication cookie |
Managing & Controlling Cookies
Browser Cookie Settings
Most web browsers allow you to control cookies through their settings. You can typically:
- • Accept or reject all cookies
- • Accept only certain types of cookies
- • Delete cookies already stored on your device
- • Receive warnings before cookies are stored
- • Block third-party cookies
Note: Disabling essential cookies may affect website functionality and your ability to access certain features.
Third-Party Opt-Out Options
You can opt out of analytics and advertising cookies:
- • Google Analytics: Download the Google Analytics Opt-out Browser Add-on
- • Facebook Pixel: Manage ad preferences in your Facebook settings
- • Network Advertising Initiative: Visit NAI Opt-Out
Do Not Track (DNT)
Some browsers include a "Do Not Track" feature. When you enable DNT, your browser sends a special signal to websites you visit. While we respect DNT signals, we cannot guarantee all third-party services honor this preference.
Third-Party Services & Cookies
Our website uses third-party services that set their own cookies. These services include:
Google Analytics - For website traffic analysis and user behavior tracking. View Google's Privacy Policy
Facebook Pixel - For audience insights and advertising performance. View Facebook's Cookie Policy
Content Delivery Networks (CDN) - For optimized content delivery and website performance.
We are not responsible for the cookie practices of third-party websites or services. We recommend reviewing their privacy policies separately.
Cookies & Your Privacy
Cookies used on our website do not store personally identifiable information (PII) such as names, email addresses, or payment details. Analytics cookies collect anonymized data about browsing behavior.
For information about how we handle personal data, please refer to our Privacy & Disclaimer page.
Cookie Duration
Cookies have different lifespans:
Session Cookies
Temporary cookies that are deleted when you close your browser. Used for security and functionality purposes.
Persistent Cookies
Remain on your device for a specified period (ranging from days to years). Used to remember preferences and track analytics.
Updates to This Cookie Policy
We may update this Cookie Policy periodically to reflect changes in our cookie practices or for other operational, legal, or regulatory reasons. The "Last updated" date at the top of this page indicates when we last revised this policy.
Your continued use of our website following changes to this policy constitutes your acceptance of the updated Cookie Policy.
Questions About Our Cookie Policy?
If you have questions or concerns about our use of cookies or this Cookie Policy, please contact our editorial team.
Healthy Holistic Path
Aleksanterinkatu 91
Espoo, Finland
For content questions and feedback about articles, please reach out to our editorial team.
This Cookie Policy is part of our commitment to transparency. We respect your privacy and choices regarding cookies.