Cookie Policy

About This Cookie Policy

Diet Nutrition Lab ("we," "us," "our," or "our Website") operates the dietnutritionlab.info website. This Cookie Policy explains how we use cookies and similar tracking technologies to enhance your experience on our editorial platform.

We are committed to transparency about how we collect and use information. Please read this policy carefully to understand our cookie practices.

What Are Cookies?

Cookies are small text files stored on your device (computer, smartphone, or tablet) when you visit a website. They are widely used to make websites function more efficiently and to provide useful information to website owners.

Key fact: Cookies cannot run code or deliver viruses. They are not personally identifying unless combined with other information.

Types of Cookies We Use

1. Essential / Strictly Necessary Cookies

These cookies are necessary for the website to function properly. They enable basic functions such as page navigation and access to secure areas.

Session management
Security and fraud prevention
User preference storage
Website stability and performance

Legal basis: These are essential for the operation of our website and cannot be disabled.

2. Performance / Analytics Cookies

We use analytics cookies to understand how visitors interact with our content. This helps our editorial team improve article quality and website usability.

Page view tracking
User behavior analysis
Content engagement metrics
Technical performance monitoring

Legal basis: Your consent (with opt-out option available).

3. Functional Cookies

These cookies enhance your browsing experience by remembering your preferences and choices.

Language preferences
Theme settings (light/dark mode)
Content bookmarks and reading lists
Newsletter subscription preferences

Legal basis: Your consent.

4. Marketing / Advertising Cookies

We may use cookies to measure advertising effectiveness and understand user interests for content recommendations.

Content recommendation tracking
Ad performance measurement
User interest profiling
Cross-site tracking (where applicable)

Legal basis: Your explicit consent required before deployment.

How We Use Cookies

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Improving Content Quality

We analyze which articles receive the most engagement to guide our editorial team's content creation decisions.

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Enhancing User Experience

Cookies help us customize the website based on your preferences, language selection, and browsing history.

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Security and Fraud Prevention

Essential cookies protect your account and prevent unauthorized access to your data.

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Website Analytics

We track visitor statistics to understand which topics interest our audience most.

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Content Recommendations

Based on your reading patterns, we suggest relevant articles that match your interests.

Detailed Cookies List

Cookie Name	Type	Purpose	Duration
PHPSESSID	Essential	Session management and user authentication	Session
dnl_user_prefs	Functional	Stores user theme and language preferences	1 year
_ga	Analytics	Google Analytics - distinguishes unique users	2 years
_ga_ID	Analytics	Google Analytics 4 - session tracking	2 years
_gid	Analytics	Google Analytics - tracks user sessions	24 hours
dnl_article_views	Functional	Records viewed articles for recommendations	6 months
dnl_newsletter_consent	Functional	Tracks newsletter subscription preference	1 year
dnl_cookie_consent	Essential	Records your cookie consent choices	1 year
_fbp	Marketing	Facebook Pixel - content engagement tracking	90 days
IDE	Marketing	Google DoubleClick - content recommendations	2 years

Note: This list may be updated periodically as we improve our website and services. Please revisit this page for the latest information.

Managing Your Cookies

Consent Management

When you first visit our website, you will see a cookie consent banner. You can:

Accept all cookies - Enable all tracking and functional cookies
Reject optional cookies - Allow only essential cookies
Customize your preferences - Choose which cookie types to enable

Browser Settings

You can control cookies through your web browser settings. Most browsers allow you to:

Block all cookies
Allow only first-party cookies
Delete cookies after each session
View stored cookies and their details

Browser-specific instructions:

Chrome: Settings > Privacy and security > Cookies and other site data
Firefox: Preferences > Privacy & Security > Cookies and Site Data
Safari: Preferences > Privacy > Cookies and website data
Edge: Settings > Privacy, search, and services > Clear browsing data

Important: Disabling essential cookies may affect your ability to access certain website features and may impact your browsing experience.

Third-Party Cookies

Our website may use cookies from third-party service providers to enhance functionality and measure website performance. These include:

Google Analytics

Analyzes website traffic and user behavior. Learn more

Google Ads / DoubleClick

Measures ad performance and content recommendations. Learn more

Facebook Pixel

Tracks content engagement and audience insights. Learn more

These third parties have their own privacy policies governing how they use your data. We recommend reviewing their policies to understand their data practices.

Legal Basis for Cookies

Our use of cookies is based on the following legal principles:

GDPR (for EU/EEA users)

We obtain consent for non-essential cookies. Your consent can be withdrawn at any time through cookie settings.

CCPA (for California residents)

You have the right to know what cookies are collected and to opt-out of the sale of your personal information.

Legitimate Interest

Essential cookies are necessary for the operation of our website and are not subject to consent requirements.

How Long We Keep Cookie Data

Cookie durations vary based on their purpose:

Short-term Cookies

Session cookies are deleted when you close your browser. Typical duration: 1 hour to 1 day.

Medium-term Cookies

Preference cookies help personalize your experience. Typical duration: 1-6 months.

Long-term Cookies

Analytics and marketing cookies may persist for longer periods to track user behavior and campaign effectiveness. Typical duration: 6 months to 2 years.

Data Security & Protection

SSL Encryption

All data transmitted between your browser and our servers is encrypted using industry-standard SSL/TLS protocols.

Access Controls

Strict access controls limit employee access to personal data only when necessary for service delivery.

Data Backup

Regular backups ensure your data is protected against loss and can be recovered in case of emergencies.

GDPR Compliance

We comply with GDPR and other international data protection regulations to safeguard your rights.

Your Data Rights

Under applicable data protection laws, you have the following rights:

Right to Access

You can request a copy of the personal data we hold about you at any time.
Right to Rectification

You can request correction of inaccurate or incomplete personal information.
Right to Erasure

You can request deletion of your personal data, subject to legal obligations.
Right to Restrict Processing

You can request that we limit how we use your data in certain circumstances.
Right to Data Portability

You can request your data in a structured, portable format to transfer to another service.
Right to Object

You can opt-out of marketing communications and certain types of data processing.