Cookie Policy
Last updated: January 2024
Physiowellnessguide ("we", "us", "our") operates the physiowellnessguide.info website. This page informs you of our policies regarding the use of cookies and similar tracking technologies when you visit our site.
What Are Cookies?
Cookies are small text files that are stored on your device (computer, tablet, or mobile phone) when you visit a website. They help websites remember information about your visit, such as your preferences and browsing history.
There are different types of cookies, and they serve various purposes. Some are essential for the website to function properly, while others help us understand how visitors use our site and improve their experience.
Types of Cookies We Use
Essential Cookies
These cookies are necessary for the website to function properly. They enable core functionality such as security, network management, and accessibility. Without these cookies, the website may not work as intended.
Duration: Session or persistent
Performance & Analytics Cookies
These cookies help us understand how visitors interact with our website. They collect information about the pages you visit, the time spent on pages, and any errors you encounter. This data helps our editorial team improve content quality and user experience.
Duration: Up to 2 years
Functional Cookies
These cookies remember your choices and preferences, such as your language selection, theme preference, or saved articles. They enhance your browsing experience by personalizing the website to your needs.
Duration: Up to 1 year
Marketing & Tracking Cookies
These cookies track your browsing behavior across different websites and are used for targeted advertising purposes. They may be set by third-party advertising partners. You can control these through your cookie settings.
Duration: Up to 2 years
How We Use Cookies
- Site Functionality: Ensuring the website operates smoothly and securely
- Content Analytics: Analyzing which articles and topics are most valuable to readers
- User Preferences: Remembering your reading preferences and site customizations
- Traffic Analysis: Understanding visitor patterns to improve our editorial content
- Advertising Display: Delivering relevant content and advertisements based on your interests
Our Cookie List
| Cookie Name | Type | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| PHYS_SESSION | Essential | Maintains user session | Session |
| PHYS_CONSENT | Essential | Stores cookie consent preferences | 1 year |
| _ga | Analytics | Google Analytics - user identification | 2 years |
| _gat | Analytics | Google Analytics - request throttling | 1 minute |
| _gid | Analytics | Google Analytics - session tracking | 24 hours |
| PHYS_THEME | Functional | Stores preferred site theme (light/dark) | 1 year |
| PHYS_LANG | Functional | Stores language preference | 1 year |
| PHYS_SAVED | Functional | Stores saved articles for reading list | 1 year |
| _fbp | Marketing | Facebook tracking pixel | 90 days |
| ads_prefs | Marketing | Ad preference tracking | 2 years |
How to Manage Your Cookies
Browser Controls
Most web browsers allow you to control cookies through their settings. You can typically:
- View what cookies are stored on your device
- Delete individual cookies or all cookies
- Block cookies from specific websites
- Block third-party cookies
- Enable "Do Not Track" signals
Instructions for popular browsers:
- Chrome: Settings β Privacy and security β Cookies and other site data
- Firefox: Preferences β Privacy & Security β Cookies and Site Data
- Safari: Preferences β Privacy β Cookies and website data
- Edge: Settings β Privacy and services β Clear browsing data
Cookie Consent Banner
When you first visit our website, you'll see a cookie consent banner. You can use this to:
- Accept all cookies
- Reject non-essential cookies
- Customize your cookie preferences
- Change your preferences at any time
Opt-Out Options
To opt out of specific tracking services:
- Google Analytics: Install the Google Analytics Opt-out Browser Add-on
- Facebook Tracking: Adjust your ad preferences in your Facebook account settings
- Network Advertising: Visit Network Advertising Initiative
Note: Disabling certain cookies may affect your ability to use some features of our website or may impact your user experience. Essential cookies cannot be disabled as they are necessary for the site to function.
Third-Party Cookies
We work with third-party service providers who may place cookies on your device. These include:
- Google Analytics: To analyze website traffic and user behavior
- Facebook Pixel: To track conversions and deliver relevant advertisements
- Advertising Networks: To serve and measure the effectiveness of advertisements
These third parties have their own privacy policies and cookie practices. We recommend reviewing their policies for more information about how they use your data.
Your Privacy Rights
Under data protection regulations like GDPR and similar laws, you have the right to:
- Request information about what cookies we use and why
- Withdraw consent to non-essential cookies at any time
- Request a copy of personal data we hold about you
- Request deletion of your personal data (subject to legal obligations)
For more detailed information about how we handle your data, please read our Privacy and Disclaimer page.
Changes to This Cookie Policy
We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our cookie practices or for other operational, legal, or regulatory reasons. We will notify you of any material changes by posting the new policy on this page and updating the "Last updated" date.
Your continued use of our website following the posting of revised Cookie Policy means that you accept and agree to the changes.
Contact Us
If you have questions about our cookie practices or this policy, please contact our editorial team:
Physiowellnessguide
Park Road 66
Liverpool
Email: [emailΒ protected]
For content questions or feedback about our articles, please use the email above. Our editorial team will respond to your inquiry.
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