Cookie Policy
Last updated: January 2024
About This Cookie Policy
This Cookie Policy explains how Nutrition Recovery Path ("we," "us," "our," or "the Site") uses cookies and similar tracking technologies on our website at nutritionrecoverypath.info. We are committed to transparency about our use of cookies and how they help us provide you with a better editorial experience.
By accessing and using our website, you consent to the use of cookies as described in this policy. If you do not consent to our cookie practices, please adjust your browser settings or discontinue use of our website.
What Are Cookies?
Cookies are small text files stored on your device (computer, tablet, or mobile phone) when you visit a website. They are widely used to make websites work more efficiently and provide information to website owners.
Key characteristics of cookies:
- They are created when you visit a website
- They can be stored for varying lengths of time (session or persistent)
- They allow websites to recognize returning visitors
- They help improve website functionality and user experience
- You can control cookies through your browser settings
Types of Cookies We Use
Essential (Strictly Necessary) Cookies
These cookies are necessary for the website to function properly. They enable basic functionality such as page navigation, access to secure areas, and user preferences.
Duration: Session or persistent (varies by function)
Performance & Analytics Cookies
These cookies help us understand how visitors interact with our website. They collect data about page views, article engagement, scroll depth, and user journey. This information helps our editorial team improve content and website performance.
Duration: Typically 12-24 months
Functional Cookies
These cookies remember your choices and preferences on our website, such as language selection, text size preferences, or bookmarked articles. They enhance your browsing experience by personalizing content delivery.
Duration: Persistent (typically several months)
Advertising & Targeting Cookies
If applicable, these cookies may be used by third-party advertising partners to display relevant content and advertisements. They track your interests across websites to help deliver more relevant information.
Duration: Persistent (typically several months to years)
How We Use Cookies
Nutrition Recovery Path uses cookies for the following purposes:
- • Site Functionality: Enabling core website features such as navigation, login functionality, and content delivery
- • User Experience: Remembering your preferences and personalizing content to match your interests in nutrition and recovery
- • Analytics & Insights: Understanding how readers engage with our editorial content to improve article quality and website structure
- • Content Recommendations: Providing relevant article suggestions based on your reading history
- • Security & Fraud Prevention: Protecting against unauthorized access and malicious activities
- • Traffic Analysis: Measuring website traffic and identifying which pages are most valuable to readers
Detailed Cookie List
Below is a comprehensive table of cookies currently used on our website:
| Cookie Name | Type | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| PHPSESSID | Essential | Maintains user session for website navigation | Session |
| nrp_preferences | Functional | Stores user language and display preferences | 12 months |
| _ga | Analytics | Google Analytics: User identification and session tracking | 2 years |
| _gid | Analytics | Google Analytics: Distinguishes users within 24 hours | 24 hours |
| _gat | Analytics | Google Analytics: Request throttling and rate limiting | Session |
| nrp_reading_history | Functional | Tracks articles you've read for personalized recommendations | 30 days |
| nrp_consent | Essential | Records your cookie consent preferences | 12 months |
| __Host-nrp_secure | Essential | Security token for authenticated user sessions | Session |
| nrp_utm_source | Analytics | Tracks referral source for traffic analysis | 30 days |
| nrp_newsletter | Functional | Remembers newsletter subscription status | 6 months |
This list is regularly reviewed and updated. Third-party service providers may also set their own cookies as described in this policy.
How to Manage Cookies
Browser Settings
Most web browsers allow you to control cookies through their settings. You can typically:
- Accept or reject all cookies
- Accept only essential cookies
- Delete existing cookies stored on your device
- Receive notifications when websites attempt to set cookies
- Block cookies from specific websites
Browser-Specific Instructions
Google Chrome: Settings → Privacy and Security → Cookies and other site data
Mozilla Firefox: Preferences → Privacy & Security → Cookies and Site Data
Apple Safari: Preferences → Privacy → Cookies and website data
Microsoft Edge: Settings → Privacy, search, and services → Cookies and other site permissions
⚠ Important Note: If you disable essential cookies, some website features may not function properly. We recommend allowing essential cookies while managing other cookie types according to your preferences.
Third-Party Cookies & Services
Our website uses services from third-party providers that may set their own cookies:
Google Analytics
Provides website traffic and user behavior analysis. Google processes data according to its privacy policy.
Content Delivery Networks (CDN)
May set performance and security cookies to optimize content delivery and protect against malicious traffic.
Social Media Plugins (if used)
If we embed social media content, those platforms may set cookies for tracking and analytics purposes.
We are not responsible for the cookie practices of third-party providers. We encourage you to review their privacy policies directly.
Do Not Track Signals
Some browsers include a "Do Not Track" (DNT) feature. Currently, there is no industry-wide standard for how websites should respond to DNT signals. Nutrition Recovery Path does not currently alter our cookie practices based on DNT signals. However, you can still manage cookies through your browser settings as described above.
Cookie Data Retention
We retain cookie data according to the duration specified in our cookie list. Once a cookie expires:
- • The cookie is automatically deleted from your device
- • Associated data is removed from our servers according to our data retention policy
- • No further tracking occurs unless you revisit our website
Legal Basis for Cookie Use
We use cookies based on the following legal grounds:
Your Privacy Rights
You have the right to control your cookie preferences at any time:
- • Access: Request information about cookies we store about you
- • Rectification: Request correction of inaccurate cookie data
- • Deletion: Request removal of cookies and associated data
- • Opt-Out: Disable non-essential cookies at any time through our preferences manager
For more information about your privacy rights, please review our Privacy Policy.
Questions About Our Cookie Policy?