Cookie Policy
Last updated: January 2024
At Nutrition Vital Body, we are committed to transparency regarding how we use cookies and similar technologies on our website. This policy explains what cookies are, why we use them, and how you can manage your preferences.
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. Cookies help websites recognize returning visitors and enhance user experience.
Cookies are not harmful and do not contain viruses. They cannot execute code or transmit viruses to your device. They are simply data storage tools that improve how websites function.
Cookie Characteristics:
- ✓ Small files containing limited data
- ✓ Set by websites you visit or third parties
- ✓ Expire after a set time or when you close your browser
- ✓ Can be managed or deleted through browser settings
Types of Cookies We Use
Essential Cookies
These cookies are necessary for our website to function properly. They enable core functionality such as page navigation, access to secure areas, and form submission. Without these cookies, the website may not work as intended.
Purpose: Enable website functionality and security
Performance Cookies
These cookies collect information about how visitors use our website, including which pages are visited most frequently, how long visitors stay on pages, and whether errors occur. This data helps us improve website performance and user experience.
Purpose: Analyze website usage and performance metrics
Functionality Cookies
These cookies remember your preferences and choices to personalize your experience. They may store information about your language preference, font size, or previously viewed articles to provide a customized browsing experience.
Purpose: Remember user preferences and personalize content
Marketing & Analytics Cookies
These cookies track your activity across our website and potentially other websites to understand your interests. They help us deliver relevant content recommendations and measure the effectiveness of our editorial content.
Purpose: Track engagement and improve content recommendations
How We Use Cookies
Website Navigation
Cookies enable smooth navigation between pages and maintain your session while you browse our articles and content.
Security & Authentication
We use cookies to protect your account security and prevent unauthorized access to restricted areas of our website.
Usage Analytics
Cookies help us understand which articles resonate most with our readers, allowing our editorial team to improve content quality and relevance.
Personalization
Cookies store your preferences so we can tailor your experience, such as remembering your preferred reading categories.
Content Recommendations
We use cookies to track which articles you've read and suggest related content that may interest you.
Cookie List & Details
| Cookie Name | Type | Duration | Purpose |
|---|---|---|---|
| PHPSESSID | Essential | Session | Maintains user session and login state |
| nvb_preferences | Functionality | 12 months | Stores user preferences (language, theme, etc.) |
| nvb_analytics | Performance | 24 hours | Tracks page views and user behavior patterns |
| _ga | Analytics | 2 years | Google Analytics - distinguishes unique users |
| _gid | Analytics | 24 hours | Google Analytics - session identification |
| nvb_read_articles | Functionality | 90 days | Records articles you've read for recommendations |
| cookie_consent | Essential | 12 months | Stores your cookie preference choices |
| nvb_content_interest | Marketing | 6 months | Tracks content interests for relevant recommendations |
Managing Your Cookies
Cookie Preferences
You have full control over which cookies you accept. When you first visit our website, a cookie consent banner appears allowing you to:
- • Accept all cookies
- • Reject non-essential cookies
- • Customize cookie preferences individually
Manage Cookies via Browser
You can control cookies through your web browser settings. Here's how to manage cookies in popular browsers:
Chrome
Menu → Settings → Privacy and security → Cookies and other site data
Firefox
Menu → Preferences → Privacy & Security → Cookies and Site Data
Safari
Preferences → Privacy → Cookies and website data
Edge
Settings → Privacy, search, and services → Clear browsing data
Third-Party Cookie Control
Some cookies are set by third-party services (such as analytics providers). You can opt out of many third-party cookies by visiting:
- • Network Advertising Initiative: optout.networkadvertising.org
- • Digital Advertising Alliance: optout.aboutads.info
- • Google Analytics Opt-out: tools.google.com/dlpage/gaoptout
Note: Disabling essential cookies may affect website functionality and your ability to navigate certain sections. We recommend keeping essential cookies enabled for the best browsing experience.
Data Privacy & Security
We take your privacy seriously. Information collected through cookies is:
✓ Anonymized
Personal identifiable information is not stored in cookies
✓ Encrypted
Sensitive data is protected using industry-standard encryption
✓ Limited
Cookie data is only used for stated purposes
✓ Compliant
We comply with GDPR, CCPA, and similar regulations
For more information about how we handle personal data, please review our Privacy Policy.
Questions About Cookies?
If you have questions about our cookie practices or need clarification on how we use cookies, our editorial team is happy to help. Send us feedback about this policy or our content practices.