Cookie Policy
Last Updated: January 2024
Overview
Clean Eating Lab ("we," "us," "our," or "Company") operates the website cleaneatinglab.info. This Cookie Policy explains how we use cookies and similar technologies to enhance your browsing experience on our editorial platform. We are committed to transparency regarding how we collect and process information about your visits.
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 cookie practices, please adjust your browser settings accordingly.
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 allow websites to recognize returning visitors and enhance user experience. Cookies typically contain:
- Information about your browsing preferences
- Session identifiers for navigation continuity
- Anonymized analytics data
- Language and display preferences
Cookies are not harmful and do not contain viruses. They cannot execute code or access files on your device without explicit consent.
Types of Cookies We Use
1. Essential (Strictly Necessary) Cookies
These cookies are required for the website to function properly. They enable core functionality such as security, network management, and accessibility. Essential cookies cannot be disabled without affecting website performance.
Examples: PHPSESSID, security tokens, login authentication
2. Functional Cookies
These cookies enhance user experience by remembering your preferences, such as language selection, font size, and navigation preferences. They are not essential but improve content delivery.
Examples: Language preference, theme selection, sidebar preferences
3. Analytics Cookies
These cookies collect anonymized data about how readers interact with our content. We use this information to understand article performance, user engagement patterns, and improve editorial content quality.
Examples: Google Analytics tracking, pageview counters, bounce rate measurement
4. Marketing & Third-Party Cookies
These cookies may be set by third-party services for content delivery and platform optimization. They may track cross-site activity for service improvement purposes only.
Examples: Content delivery networks (CDN), platform optimization tools
How We Use Cookies
Clean Eating Lab uses cookies for the following purposes:
Website Functionality: Enabling session management, user authentication, and secure browsing
Preference Preservation: Remembering your language, theme, and navigation preferences
Content Performance Analysis: Understanding which articles resonate with readers and measuring editorial success
User Experience Improvement: Enhancing navigation, page load times, and overall platform usability
Security & Fraud Prevention: Protecting against unauthorized access and malicious activity
Active Cookies on Our Website
The following table details the cookies currently deployed on cleaneatinglab.info:
| Cookie Name | Type | Purpose | Duration |
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| PHPSESSID | Essential | Session management and user authentication | Session |
| language_preference | Functional | Stores language preference (English, etc.) | 1 Year |
| theme_mode | Functional | Remembers light/dark theme selection | 1 Year |
| _ga | Analytics | Google Analytics user identification | 2 Years |
| _gid | Analytics | Google Analytics session tracking | 24 Hours |
| _gat | Analytics | Google Analytics request throttling | 1 Minute |
| cookiepolicy_consent | Essential | Records user consent to cookie policy | 1 Year |
| reading_history | Functional | Tracks recently viewed articles for recommendations | 90 Days |
| ui_preferences | Functional | Stores sidebar state, font size, layout preferences | 1 Year |
Third-Party Cookies
We use services from trusted third-party providers to optimize our platform:
Google Analytics
Helps us understand how readers discover and engage with our editorial content. Data is anonymized and used only for content improvement.
Content Delivery Network (CDN)
Optimizes article loading times and media delivery. No personal data is collected beyond anonymized usage patterns.
Managing Your Cookies
Browser Cookie Settings
You can control cookies through your browser settings. Most browsers allow you to:
- View all stored cookies
- Delete specific cookies or all cookies
- Block cookies from specific websites
- Disable cookies entirely (not recommended)
Note: Disabling essential cookies may affect website functionality.
Browser Instructions
Chrome: Settings → Privacy and Security → Cookies and other site data
Firefox: Settings → Privacy & Security → Cookies and Site Data
Safari: Preferences → Privacy → Cookies and website data
Edge: Settings → Privacy → Cookies and other site data
Opting Out of Analytics
To opt out of Google Analytics tracking, you can install the Google Analytics Opt-out Browser Add-on. This prevents your data from being collected by Google Analytics while visiting our site.
Do Not Track (DNT)
If your browser has DNT enabled, we respect this preference for analytics cookies. Essential cookies will still function to maintain website security and performance.
Data Security & Privacy
We are committed to protecting your privacy:
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We do not sell personal data collected through cookies
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Analytics data is anonymized and aggregated
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Cookie information is encrypted and securely stored
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We comply with applicable data protection regulations
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For detailed privacy information, review our Privacy Policy
Legal Basis for Cookie Use
Our use of cookies is based on:
Legitimate Interest: Improving content quality and understanding reader engagement patterns to deliver better editorial content
Consent: For non-essential cookies, we obtain your explicit consent through our cookie banner
Legal Obligation: Compliance with applicable laws regarding website security and user protection
Updates to This Cookie Policy
Clean Eating Lab may update this Cookie Policy periodically to reflect changes in our cookie practices, technology, or legal requirements. We recommend reviewing this page regularly. Significant changes will be announced on our website. Your continued use of cleaneatinglab.info after updates constitutes your acceptance of the revised Cookie Policy.
Contact Us
If you have questions or concerns about our cookie practices, please contact our editorial team:
Clean Eating Lab
Lindenallee 118
Stuttgart, Germany
Email: [email protected]
For content-related questions, visit our FAQ or browse our latest articles.
Effective Date: January 1, 2024
This Cookie Policy is part of our commitment to transparency and user privacy.