Cookie Policy
Last updated: January 2024
This Cookie Policy explains how Habitwellnesscore ("we," "us," "our," or "Company") uses cookies and similar tracking technologies when you visit our website at habitwellnesscore.info. We are committed to transparency about how we collect and use information to enhance your browsing experience.
By continuing to use our website, you consent to our use of cookies as described in this policy. If you do not agree with our practices, please adjust your browser settings or discontinue your use of the website.
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 such as your browsing preferences, login status, and other data that helps websites function more effectively and provide a personalized experience.
Similar technologies include web beacons, pixels, and local storage, which serve comparable purposes to traditional cookies.
Types of Cookies We Use
1. Essential (Strictly Necessary) Cookies
These cookies are necessary for the website to function properly. They enable core functionality such as page navigation, security, and access to protected areas. Essential cookies cannot be disabled without affecting website performance.
Examples: Session tokens, security cookies, login credentials
2. Performance & Analytics Cookies
These cookies help us understand how visitors interact with our website. They collect anonymous data about page visits, navigation patterns, and user engagement to improve editorial content and website performance.
Examples: Google Analytics, page load times, traffic sources, popular articles
3. Functional Cookies
These cookies enhance your browsing experience by remembering your preferences, such as font size, language preference, and reading history. They allow our site to provide a more personalized experience.
Examples: Language preferences, theme settings, saved articles
4. Targeting & Advertising Cookies
These cookies may be set by third-party advertising partners to deliver relevant content recommendations and manage advertising displays. They track your interests to show related editorial content and support our platform.
Examples: Content recommendations, related article suggestions
Cookie List & Details
| Cookie Name | Type | Purpose | Duration |
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| _ga | Analytics | Google Analytics user identification | 2 years |
| _gid | Analytics | Google Analytics session identification | 24 hours |
| _gat | Analytics | Google Analytics request throttling | 1 minute |
| PHPSESSID | Essential | Session management and user authentication | Session |
| hwc_preferences | Functional | Language and theme preferences | 1 year |
| hwc_reading_history | Functional | Remembers articles read by user | 6 months |
| consent_banner | Essential | Records cookie consent preference | 1 year |
| __utma | Analytics | Google Analytics tracking (legacy) | 2 years |
How We Use Cookies
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Improving User Experience
We use cookies to remember your preferences, such as language and theme settings, so you don't have to reconfigure them each visit.
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Analytics & Performance
Cookies allow us to analyze how readers interact with our content, which articles are most popular, and how we can improve our editorial offerings.
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Security & Authentication
Essential cookies help protect your account and ensure secure login functionality, if applicable.
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Content Recommendations
Cookies help us suggest relevant articles and content based on your browsing history and interests.
Third-Party Cookies
We work with third-party service providers who may set their own cookies on our website, including:
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Google Analytics: Helps us understand visitor behavior and website performance
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Content Delivery Networks (CDN): Optimize website speed and content delivery
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Social Media Platforms: May place cookies if you interact with embedded social content
These third parties have their own privacy policies governing their use of cookies. We recommend reviewing their policies to understand how they collect and use your data.
How to Manage Cookies
Browser Settings
Most browsers allow you to control cookies through their settings. You can typically:
- • View cookies stored on your device
- • Delete cookies individually or in bulk
- • Block all cookies or specific types
- • Receive notifications when cookies are being set
Instructions vary by browser. Visit your browser's help section for detailed guidance (Chrome, Firefox, Safari, Edge, etc.).
Our Cookie Consent Banner
When you first visit our website, a consent banner appears allowing you to accept or reject non-essential cookies. You can change these preferences at any time by clicking the cookie management link in our footer.
Do Not Track (DNT)
If your browser supports the Do Not Track feature, we will respect this preference. However, some website functionality may be limited if tracking is disabled.
Impact of Disabling Cookies
While you can disable cookies, doing so may affect your experience on our website:
- • Essential cookies disabled: May prevent login, impact website security, or cause functionality errors
- • Functional cookies disabled: Your preferences (language, theme) won't be saved
- • Analytics cookies disabled: We cannot collect usage data to improve content quality
- • Targeting cookies disabled: You may receive less relevant content recommendations
Data Privacy & Security
We are committed to protecting your privacy. The information collected through cookies is:
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Securely stored using industry-standard encryption and security measures
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Used only for stated purposes as outlined in this Cookie Policy
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Not sold or shared with unauthorized third parties without your consent
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Subject to data protection laws including GDPR, CCPA, and other regulations
For comprehensive information about how we collect and use all data, please review our Privacy Policy.
Legal Compliance
This Cookie Policy complies with applicable privacy and data protection regulations, including:
- • GDPR (General Data Protection Regulation): For users in the European Union
- • CCPA (California Consumer Privacy Act): For residents of California
- • LGPD (Lei Geral de Proteção de Dados): For users in Brazil
- • ePrivacy Directive: Regarding electronic communications and cookies
- • UK Data Protection Act 2018: For users in the United Kingdom
We obtain explicit consent for non-essential cookies before placing them on your device, as required by these regulations.
Questions About This Policy?
If you have questions about our cookie practices or wish to discuss your cookie preferences, please contact our editorial team:
We aim to respond to all cookie and privacy inquiries within 5-7 business days.
Updates to This Policy
We may update this Cookie Policy periodically to reflect changes in our practices, new cookie types, or regulatory requirements. The "Last updated" date at the top of this page indicates when the policy was most recently revised.
Continued use of our website following changes to this policy constitutes your acceptance of the updated terms. We encourage you to review this policy regularly to stay informed about how we use cookies.
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