Cookie Policy
Last updated: January 2025
About This Policy
Health Through Cooking ("we," "us," or "our") operates the healththroughcooking.info website. This Cookie Policy explains what cookies are, how we use them, and your rights regarding their use on our platform.
We are committed to transparency in our data practices. This policy details all cookies used on our website and provides you with complete control over your cookie preferences.
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 stored on your device (computer, tablet, or mobile phone) when you visit our website. They help us recognize you on future visits, remember your preferences, and analyze how you use our content.
Note: Cookies are not harmful and do not contain viruses. However, they do store information about your browsing behavior.
Types of Cookies We Use
Essential Cookies
These cookies are necessary for our website to function properly. They enable basic features such as page navigation, session management, and access to secure areas. Without these cookies, our website cannot operate effectively.
Status: Always enabled (cannot be disabled)
Performance & Analytics Cookies
These cookies collect information about how you interact with our website—which pages you visit, how long you stay, and which articles you read. This data helps us understand user behavior and improve our editorial content and website performance.
Status: Can be enabled/disabled in cookie preferences
Functional Cookies
These cookies remember your preferences and choices—such as language selection, theme preferences, or previously read articles. They enhance your user experience by personalizing content to your interests.
Status: Can be enabled/disabled in cookie preferences
Marketing & Advertising Cookies
These cookies track your browsing activity to deliver relevant content recommendations and measure the effectiveness of any content partnerships. They may be set by third-party networks that provide editorial recommendations.
Status: Can be enabled/disabled in cookie preferences
How We Use Cookies
- Improving User Experience: Understanding which articles are most popular and how readers navigate our site
- Personalizing Content: Recommending health and cooking articles based on your reading history
- Analytics & Insights: Measuring website traffic and content performance to guide our editorial strategy
- Remembering Preferences: Maintaining your language choice, reading preferences, and site customizations
- Security & Session Management: Protecting your account and session information
Managing Your Cookies
Cookie Preferences on Our Site
When you first visit our website, you will see a cookie consent banner. You can choose to accept all cookies or customize your preferences by selecting which types of cookies you allow. You can also change your cookie preferences at any time through the settings panel at the bottom of our website.
Browser Cookie Controls
Most web browsers allow you to control cookies through their settings. You can:
- View the cookies stored on your device
- Delete specific cookies or all cookies
- Block cookies from specific websites
- Set your browser to block all cookies (not recommended, as this may affect site functionality)
For instructions on managing cookies in your specific browser, please visit: Chrome, Firefox, Safari, or Edge browser settings.
Third-Party Tracking Opt-Out
Some of our analytics and content recommendation providers participate in industry opt-out programs. You can learn more about your options at the Digital Advertising Alliance or the Network Advertising Initiative.
Complete Cookie List
Below is a complete list of cookies used on healththroughcooking.info:
| Cookie Name | Type | Duration | Purpose |
|---|---|---|---|
| PHPSESSID | Essential | Session | Manages user session and login information |
| htc_consent | Essential | 1 year | Stores your cookie consent preferences |
| _ga | Performance | 2 years | Google Analytics - Identifies unique visitors |
| _gid | Performance | 24 hours | Google Analytics - Session tracking |
| _gat | Performance | 1 minute | Google Analytics - Request throttling |
| htc_lang | Functional | 1 year | Remembers your language preference |
| htc_theme | Functional | 1 year | Stores your theme preference (light/dark mode) |
| htc_recommended | Functional | 30 days | Tracks recently viewed articles for recommendations |
| mc_id | Marketing | 13 months | Content recommendation partner identification |
| mc_ref | Marketing | 13 months | Content recommendation tracking |
Third-Party Cookies
We use cookies from third-party services to enhance our website functionality:
Google Analytics
Helps us understand how readers discover and engage with our health and cooking articles
Content Recommendation Partners
Display relevant content recommendations to help readers discover more articles aligned with their interests
Data Protection & Privacy
All data collected through cookies is processed in accordance with applicable privacy laws, including GDPR and other international regulations. We never sell your personal data or use cookies for unauthorized purposes.
Your cookie data is:
- Protected with industry-standard security measures
- Used only for the purposes stated in this policy
- Retained only as long as necessary
For detailed information about how we handle all personal data, please review our Privacy Policy.
Your Rights Regarding Cookies
You have the right to:
- Accept or refuse cookies: You can choose which types of cookies to allow at any time
- Delete cookies: You can clear cookies from your browser at any time
- Access information: You can request details about what cookies we use and how your data is processed
- Change your mind: You can withdraw consent at any time (essential cookies will remain for functionality)
Changes to This Policy
Health Through Cooking may update this Cookie Policy periodically to reflect changes in our practices, technology, or legal requirements. We will post any material changes on this page with an updated "Last updated" date. Continued use of our website after changes constitutes your acceptance of the updated Cookie Policy.
Questions About Our Cookie Policy?
If you have questions, concerns, or requests regarding our use of cookies or this Cookie Policy, please contact our editorial team:
Health Through Cooking
Station Road 111
Leeds
Email: [email protected]
For content questions or editorial feedback, please use the email above or visit our Frequently Asked Questions page.