Cookie Policy
Last Updated: January 2024 | Counselnutriplan Editorial Platform
Understanding Our Cookie Use
Counselnutriplan is an editorial and informational platform dedicated to providing high-quality nutritional and wellness content. This Cookie Policy explains how we use cookies and similar technologies to enhance your reading experience and understand how visitors interact with our platform.
Located at Jalan Asia Afrika 97, Yogyakarta, our editorial team is committed to transparency about data collection practices. This policy details what cookies we use, why we use them, and how you can manage your 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 when you visit a website. They contain information that websites can read on subsequent visits. Cookies help websites remember your preferences, authenticate users, and gather analytics about user behavior.
Note: Cookies themselves cannot harm your device. They cannot execute code or transmit viruses, and they are specific to the website that created them.
Types of Cookies We Use
1. Essential Cookies
These cookies are necessary for our website to function properly. They enable core functionality such as security, network management, and accessibility features.
- Session cookies that maintain your login state
- Security tokens to prevent unauthorized access
- CSRF protection for form submissions
- Language and accessibility preferences
2. Analytics Cookies
We use analytics cookies to understand how readers engage with our editorial content. This helps our team create better articles and improve site navigation.
- Google Analytics cookies to track page views and user journeys
- Heatmap tools to identify which content areas attract attention
- Referrer tracking to understand content discovery sources
- Device and browser information for compatibility optimization
3. Preference Cookies
These cookies remember your choices to personalize your reading experience on subsequent visits.
- Theme preferences (light/dark mode)
- Font size and display settings
- Previously read articles to avoid duplicate recommendations
- Content category interests for navigation improvements
4. Third-Party Cookies
These are set by external services integrated into our platform to enhance functionality and content delivery.
- CDN cookies for faster content delivery
- Social media integration cookies (if you share articles)
- Embedded video platform cookies (if applicable)
- Font and icon library cookies
How We Use Cookies
Content Personalization
We remember your reading preferences to tailor the article recommendations and navigation experience to your interests in nutrition and wellness.
Editorial Analytics
Analytics cookies help our editorial team understand which articles are most valuable to readers, informing our content strategy and article improvements.
Security & Authentication
Essential cookies protect our platform from unauthorized access and maintain the integrity of user sessions and account security.
Site Performance
Cookies help us monitor site performance, loading times, and user experience to ensure our platform delivers content efficiently.
Compliance & Legal
We use cookies to respect your cookie preferences and comply with privacy regulations like GDPR and CCPA.
Managing Your Cookie Preferences
Browser Controls
You can control cookies directly through your browser settings. Most browsers allow you to refuse cookies or alert you when cookies are being sent. Here's how to manage cookies in popular browsers:
- Chrome: Settings → Privacy and Security → Cookies and other site data
- Firefox: Preferences → Privacy & Security → Cookies and Site Data
- Safari: Preferences → Privacy → Manage Website Data
- Edge: Settings → Privacy, search, and services → Cookies and other site permissions
Cookie Consent Banner
When you first visit Counselnutriplan, a cookie consent banner appears. You can:
- Accept All - Enable all cookies for the full experience
- Manage Preferences - Choose which cookie types to accept
- Reject Non-Essential - Accept only essential cookies
Important: Disabling essential cookies may affect site functionality. Some features like login, forms, and accessibility settings may not work properly without them.
Complete Cookie List
| Cookie Name | Type | Purpose | Duration |
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| cnp_session | Essential | Session management and login authentication | Session |
| cnp_preferences | Preference | Stores theme and display preferences | 12 months |
| cnp_consent | Essential | Records your cookie consent choices | 24 months |
| _ga | Analytics | Google Analytics - user identification | 2 years |
| _gid | Analytics | Google Analytics - session tracking | 24 hours |
| cnp_language | Preference | Remembers selected language preference | 12 months |
| cnp_csrf_token | Essential | CSRF protection for form security | Session |
| cnp_read_articles | Preference | Tracks read articles to improve recommendations | 6 months |
| _gat_gtag_UA_* | Analytics | Google Analytics - request throttling | 1 minute |
| cnp_accessibility | Essential | Font size and accessibility settings | 12 months |
Third-Party Services
Counselnutriplan integrates with trusted third-party services that may set their own cookies. These services help deliver content, improve performance, and provide analytics. Below are the services we use:
Google Analytics
We use Google Analytics to understand how visitors engage with our editorial content.
Privacy Policy: Google Privacy Policy
Content Delivery Network (CDN)
Our CDN provider may set performance cookies to ensure fast article and image delivery.
Purpose: Content caching and network optimization
Web Fonts
Third-party font providers may set cookies for typography optimization and analytics.
Purpose: Improved readability and consistent design
Cookie Data Retention
We retain cookie data only as long as necessary for the stated purposes:
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Session Cookies: Deleted automatically when you close your browser
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Analytics Cookies: Retained for up to 2 years per Google Analytics default settings
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Preference Cookies: Retained for up to 12 months, renewed on each visit
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Consent Records: Retained for 24 months to honor your preferences
Your Rights: You can request deletion of stored cookies and tracked data at any time by contacting our editorial team with feedback about your browsing preferences.
Legal Basis for Cookie Use
Under GDPR and similar privacy laws, we rely on the following legal bases for cookie use:
Consent
We obtain your explicit consent for non-essential cookies through our consent banner.
Legitimate Interest
We use cookies for our legitimate interests in providing a secure, functional platform and understanding content engagement.
Legal Obligation
We retain certain cookie data to comply with legal requirements and regulatory obligations.
Cookie Security
We implement strong security measures to protect cookie data:
- ✓ HTTPS Encryption: All cookies are transmitted over secure HTTPS connections
- ✓ HttpOnly Flag: Session cookies use HttpOnly flag to prevent JavaScript access
- ✓ Secure Flag: Sensitive cookies are marked as secure and only transmitted over HTTPS
- ✓ SameSite Attribute: Cookies include SameSite attribute to prevent CSRF attacks
Data Protection & Compliance
We comply with international data protection standards
GDPR Compliance
Counselnutriplan fully complies with the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR), including:
- ✓ User consent management for data processing
- ✓ Right to access personal data
- ✓ Right to data portability
- ✓ Right to erasure (right to be forgotten)
- ✓ Data protection impact assessments
Data Retention Policy
We maintain a clear data retention schedule:
- • Active Account Data: Retained as long as the account is active
- • Account Closure: Data deleted within 30 days upon user request
- • Log Files: Automatically purged after 90 days
- • Backups: Retained for 6 months for disaster recovery
Your Privacy, Your Control
We believe in transparency and giving you control over your data
Privacy Settings
Customize your privacy preferences directly from your account dashboard. Control what data is collected and how it's used.
Download Your Data
Request and download all your personal data in a machine-readable format within 30 days of your request.
Account Deletion
Delete your account and all associated data at any time. We'll permanently remove your information from our servers.