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Cookie Policy

Last updated: January 2024

About This Cookie Policy

This Cookie Policy explains how Balanced Diet Planner ("we," "us," "our," or "the website") uses cookies and similar tracking technologies on our website at balanceddietplanner.info. We are committed to transparency about how we collect and use information to enhance your browsing experience.

By accessing and using our website, you consent to the use of cookies as described in this policy. If you do not agree with our cookie practices, please adjust your browser settings accordingly.

Medical Disclaimer

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 mobile phone) when you visit our website. They contain information about your browsing activity and preferences. Cookies are widely used to make websites work more efficiently and to provide information to website owners.

Note: Cookies themselves do not contain personal information, though they may be linked to personal data stored on our servers if you have registered an account.

Types of Cookies We Use

Essential/Necessary Cookies

These cookies are strictly 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 may not work as intended.

Session management cookies
Security and fraud prevention cookies
User authentication cookies
Load balancing cookies

Performance Cookies

These cookies help us understand how visitors interact with our website. They collect anonymous information about page visits, traffic sources, and user behavior to help us improve website performance and user experience.

Analytics cookies (e.g., Google Analytics)
Error tracking cookies
Performance measurement cookies

Functional Cookies

These cookies enable personalized features and remember your preferences to provide a more tailored experience when you return to our website.

Language preference cookies
User preference cookies
Theme selection cookies
Saved article bookmarks

Targeting/Advertising Cookies

These cookies may be set by third-party advertising partners to build a profile of your interests and display relevant content. You can control these through your browser settings.

Third-party advertising cookies
Social media integration cookies
Remarketing cookies

How We Use Cookies

We use cookies for the following purposes:

✓ Improving User Experience: Understanding how you use our site to enhance navigation and content organization
✓ Analytics: Analyzing website traffic, user demographics, and content performance
✓ Security: Detecting and preventing fraud, protecting against malicious attacks, and ensuring data security
✓ Personalization: Remembering your preferences and providing customized content recommendations
✓ Third-Party Services: Enabling functionality from partners like social media platforms and analytics providers

Managing Your Cookie Preferences

Browser Controls

Most web browsers allow you to control cookies through their settings. You can typically:

Block all cookies
Allow only essential cookies
Delete existing cookies
Receive warnings when cookies are being set

Instructions for managing 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 → Clear browsing data

Opt-Out Options

For analytics cookies, you can opt out through Google Analytics' browser add-on. For targeted advertising, visit the Network Advertising Initiative (NAI) or Digital Advertising Alliance (DAA) opt-out pages.

Important: Disabling essential cookies may affect website functionality. We recommend keeping essential cookies enabled for optimal performance.

Cookie List

Below is a detailed list of cookies used on balanceddietplanner.info:

Cookie Name	Type	Purpose	Duration
PHPSESSID	Essential	Session management	Session
__Secure-ENID	Functional	Google services integration	13 months
_ga	Analytics	Google Analytics tracking	2 years
_ga_[ID]	Analytics	Google Analytics sessions	2 years
_gid	Analytics	Google Analytics user identification	24 hours
user_pref	Functional	User language and theme preferences	1 year
bdp_consent	Essential	Cookie consent preferences	1 year
__utm*	Analytics	Campaign tracking parameters	6 months
NID	Targeting	Google ad personalization	6 months
IDE	Targeting	Doubleclick advertising tracking	2 years

This list is updated regularly. Cookie names and purposes may change as we update our website and third-party services.

Third-Party Cookies

Some cookies on our website are set by third-party services we use to enhance functionality and gather analytics:

Google Analytics

We use Google Analytics to understand website traffic and user behavior. Google may use this data for its own purposes. For more information, visit Google's Privacy Policy.

Google AdSense

We may display contextual advertisements through Google AdSense. Google uses cookies to personalize ads. You can control this through your Google Ad Settings.

Social Media Platforms

We may integrate social media features. These platforms may set cookies to track your interactions. Refer to their respective privacy policies for cookie information.

Data Protection & Privacy

We are committed to protecting your privacy in accordance with applicable data protection regulations, including the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) for users in the European Union and similar laws elsewhere.

We only collect data necessary for website functionality and improvement
We do not sell or share personal data with third parties without consent
We implement appropriate security measures to protect your information
You have the right to access, modify, or delete your personal data

For more details, please review our Privacy Statement.

Questions About Our Cookie Policy?

If you have questions or concerns about how we use cookies, please contact our editorial team:

Balanced Diet Planner

ul. Ogrodowa 158
Łódź, Poland

Email: [email protected]

We typically respond to content and privacy inquiries within 5-7 business days.

Policy Updates

We may update this Cookie Policy periodically to reflect changes in our cookie practices, technology, or legal requirements. Any significant changes will be announced on our website. Your continued use of balanceddietplanner.info constitutes acceptance of the updated policy.

Last Updated: January 2024
Version: 1.0

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