Cookie Policy
Last updated: January 2025 | Foodwellnesscore
Understanding Our Cookie Use
At Foodwellnesscore, we use cookies to enhance your experience on our editorial platform. This Cookie Policy explains what cookies are, how we use them, and how you can manage your cookie preferences.
Foodwellnesscore is an informational and editorial platform dedicated to publishing evidence-based articles about food, wellness, and nutrition. We use cookies to analyze how readers interact with our content and to improve our services.
What Are Cookies?
Cookies are small text files stored on your device (computer, tablet, or smartphone) when you visit our website. They contain information about your browsing activity and preferences.
Session Cookies
Temporary cookies that expire when you close your browser. They help us remember your preferences during your visit.
Persistent Cookies
Long-term cookies that remain on your device for extended periods, helping us recognize you on return visits.
First-Party Cookies
Set directly by Foodwellnesscore to store your preferences and login information.
Third-Party Cookies
Set by our analytics and content delivery partners to help us understand reader engagement and optimize our platform.
Types of Cookies We Use
1. Essential Cookies
These cookies are necessary for our website to function properly. They enable core functionality such as page navigation, security, and access to secure areas of our site.
- User authentication and login persistence
- Website security and fraud prevention
- Session management
- Server load balancing
2. Analytics Cookies
We use analytics cookies to understand how readers interact with our editorial content. This information helps our editorial team create better articles and improve the user experience.
- Tracking page views and article performance
- Understanding reader behavior and interests
- Measuring content engagement metrics
- Identifying popular topics and sections
3. Preference Cookies
These cookies remember your preferences to personalize your reading experience on Foodwellnesscore.
- Display language and regional settings
- Text size and theme preferences (light/dark mode)
- Saved articles or reading history
- Cookie consent preferences
4. Performance Cookies
We use performance cookies to optimize website speed and functionality, ensuring you have the best reading experience.
- Page load time monitoring
- Content delivery optimization
- Error tracking and reporting
- Server performance metrics
Complete Cookie List
| Cookie Name | Type | Duration | Purpose |
|---|---|---|---|
| fwc_session | Essential | Session | User authentication and session management |
| fwc_consent | Essential | 1 year | Records your cookie consent preferences |
| fwc_preferences | Preference | 1 year | Stores language, theme, and display preferences |
| _ga | Analytics | 2 years | Google Analytics - identifies unique visitors |
| _gid | Analytics | 24 hours | Google Analytics - session identification |
| _gat | Analytics | 1 minute | Google Analytics - request throttling |
| fwc_reading_time | Analytics | 30 days | Tracks article engagement and reading patterns |
| fwc_saved_articles | Preference | 1 year | Stores bookmarked or saved articles |
| fwc_theme | Preference | 1 year | Remembers light/dark mode preference |
| fwc_language | Preference | 1 year | Stores language preference selection |
Note: Third-party cookie providers (such as Google Analytics) have their own cookie policies. We recommend reviewing their privacy policies for more information.
How We Use Cookies
Improving Editorial Quality
Analytics cookies help us understand which topics resonate with our readers, enabling our editorial team to create more relevant and engaging content.
Personalizing Your Experience
Preference cookies remember your reading preferences, allowing us to provide a customized experience on subsequent visits.
Enhancing Website Performance
Performance cookies help us optimize page load times and identify technical issues to ensure smooth reading experiences.
Maintaining Security
Essential cookies protect your account, prevent fraud, and ensure secure access to personalized features.
Respecting Your Choices
We store your cookie consent preferences to honor your choices regarding which cookies we can use.
Managing Your Cookies
Cookie Consent Tool
When you first visit Foodwellnesscore, you will see our cookie consent banner. You can:
- Accept all cookies to enjoy our full services
- Accept only essential cookies for basic functionality
- Customize your cookie preferences by category
- Change your preferences anytime in our cookie settings
Browser Settings
You can control cookies through your browser settings:
- 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 → Cookies and other site permissions
Important: Blocking essential cookies may prevent our website from functioning properly. We recommend allowing essential cookies while customizing other cookie types based on your preferences.
Opt-Out Options
For specific third-party analytics services:
- Google Analytics: Visit Google Analytics Opt-out
- Most third-party services: Visit Digital Advertising Alliance
Legal Basis for Cookie Use
Under GDPR and similar regulations, we rely on the following legal bases for using cookies:
Consent
Non-essential cookies are only used with your explicit consent, which you can withdraw anytime.
Legitimate Interest
We use essential and analytics cookies to provide and improve our editorial services, understand reader engagement, and maintain website security.
Contractual Necessity
Some cookies are necessary to fulfill our services and maintain your account access.
Your Rights
Depending on your location, you have the following rights regarding cookies and personal data:
- • Right to Know: You can request information about what cookies we use and how they are processed.
- • Right to Withdraw Consent: You can withdraw cookie consent anytime through our cookie preferences.
- • Right to Access: You can request access to the personal data we have collected through cookies.
- • Right to Deletion: You can request deletion of cookie data, subject to legal requirements.
- • Right to Object: You can object to certain types of cookies and data processing.
To exercise these rights, please contact us with details about your request.
Third-Party Services
Foodwellnesscore uses the following third-party services that may set cookies:
Google Analytics
Analyzes website traffic and reader behavior to improve our editorial content.
View Google's Privacy Policy →Cloudflare
Provides content delivery and security infrastructure for our platform.
View Cloudflare's Privacy Policy →WordPress.com
Powers our publishing platform and content management system.
View Automattic's Privacy Policy →We recommend reviewing the privacy policies of these third-party providers to understand their cookie practices and data handling procedures.
Questions About Our Cookies?
If you have questions about this Cookie Policy, how we use cookies, or concerns about your privacy, please reach out to our editorial team
Email: [email protected]
Last Updated: January 2024
We take your privacy seriously and are committed to being transparent about how we use technology to enhance your experience on Foodwellnesscore.
Cookie Types at a Glance
| Cookie Type | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Essential | Website functionality & security | Session/Persistent |
| Analytics | User behavior & engagement tracking | Up to 2 years |
| Marketing | Personalized content & ads | Up to 1 year |
| Preferences | User settings & preferences | Up to 1 year |
You can modify cookie preferences at any time through your browser settings or our preference center.
Your Privacy Matters to Us
Foodwellnesscore is committed to providing a transparent, secure, and enjoyable experience for every visitor. We respect your choices and privacy.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I disable all cookies?
You can disable non-essential cookies through your browser settings or our preference center. However, some essential cookies are required for the website to function properly. Disabling essential cookies may impact your experience.
How long do cookies stay on my device?
Cookie duration varies by type. Session cookies are deleted when you close your browser, while persistent cookies remain for a set period (typically up to 2 years for analytics). You can manually delete cookies anytime through your browser settings.
Are my cookies shared with third parties?
We share cookie data only with trusted service providers (analytics, marketing platforms) who are contractually bound to protect your privacy. We never sell personal data. All third-party partners comply with international data protection regulations.
How do I update my cookie preferences?
You can update your preferences by clicking the "Cookie Settings" link in our footer, accessing your browser's privacy settings, or using our preference center. Changes take effect immediately for newly visited pages.
Foodwellnesscore complies with GDPR, CCPA, and ePrivacy Directive requirements.
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