Cookie Policy

What Are Cookies?

Cookies are small text files stored on your device when you visit our website. They help us improve your browsing experience, analyze how our content is used, and remember your preferences. This policy explains what cookies we use, why we use them, and how you can manage them.

At Customdietplanner, we are committed to transparency about our data practices. We only use cookies that are necessary for site functionality or that help us provide better editorial content to our readers.

Types of Cookies We Use

Essential Cookies

These cookies are necessary for the website to function properly. They enable core functionality such as security, network management, and accessibility. Without these cookies, our website cannot operate effectively.

Examples: Session management, security tokens, load balancing

Analytical Cookies

These cookies help us understand how readers interact with our content. They collect anonymous data about page visits, article engagement, and user behavior patterns. This information helps our editorial team create more relevant and valuable articles.

Examples: Google Analytics, visitor count tracking, page performance metrics

Preference Cookies

These cookies remember your choices and preferences to enhance your reading experience. They store information about your language, display settings, and content preferences, so you have a consistent experience across visits.

Examples: Language selection, theme preference, article filtering options

Functional Cookies

These cookies enable enhanced functionality and personalization features. They remember information you've provided and allow features like saved articles and reading history to function properly.

Examples: Reading history, bookmarked articles, user session data

How We Use Cookies

Content Performance: We analyze which articles are read most, how long readers spend on each page, and which topics are most relevant to our audience.
Website Improvement: Cookies help us identify technical issues, optimize loading speed, and improve overall site functionality.
User Experience: We remember your language preference, display settings, and content filters to provide a personalized reading experience.
Security: We use cookies to protect against fraud, maintain account security, and prevent unauthorized access.
Editorial Insights: Aggregated cookie data informs our editorial team about reader interests and helps guide future article development.

Cookie List and Details

Cookie Name	Type	Expiry	Purpose
cdp_sessionid	Essential	Session	Maintains user session and site functionality
_ga	Analytical	2 years	Google Analytics - tracks visitor behavior
_gid	Analytical	24 hours	Google Analytics - session tracking
cdp_language	Preference	1 year	Remembers language preference
cdp_theme	Preference	1 year	Stores display theme preference (light/dark)
cdp_reading_history	Functional	90 days	Tracks recently read articles
cdp_saved_articles	Functional	2 years	Stores bookmarked articles
cdp_consent	Essential	1 year	Records cookie consent preferences

Note: This list may be updated as we improve our services. Some cookies are set by third-party services (like Google Analytics) and are subject to their respective privacy policies.

How to Manage Cookies

Browser Cookie Settings

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

• Accept or reject cookies when prompted
• Review and manage stored cookies
• Delete cookies manually
• Set preferences for specific websites

Visit your browser's help section or privacy settings to learn how to manage cookies. Common browsers include Chrome, Firefox, Safari, and Edge.

Cookie Consent Management

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

• Accept all cookies
• Accept only essential cookies
• Customize your cookie preferences
• Change your preferences at any time

Impact of Disabling Cookies

If you disable cookies, please note:

• Essential cookies are required for the site to function
• Some features may not work properly
• Your preferences may not be remembered
• Reading history and saved articles may not persist

Do Not Track

If your browser's Do Not Track setting is enabled, we will respect that preference and limit analytical cookie collection accordingly. Essential and preference cookies may still be used for site functionality.

Third-Party Cookies

Our website uses services from third-party providers that may set their own cookies:

Google Analytics

We use Google Analytics to analyze website traffic and user behavior. This helps our editorial team understand which articles resonate with readers.

View Google's Privacy Policy →

Content Delivery Networks

We use CDNs to ensure fast loading of images and content. These services may set cookies to optimize delivery performance.

We have no control over third-party cookies. We recommend reviewing their privacy policies directly. You can manage or disable third-party cookies through your browser settings.

Data Privacy and Security

We are committed to protecting your privacy:

✓ Cookie data is encrypted and stored securely
✓ We do not sell or share personal data with advertisers
✓ Analytical data is anonymized and aggregated
✓ You have the right to access and delete your data
✓ We comply with GDPR and relevant privacy regulations

For more information about how we handle personal data, please review our full Privacy Policy and Terms.

Questions About Our Cookie Policy?

If you have questions about our cookie practices or need clarification about any aspect of this policy, our editorial team is here to help.

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Important Information

Policy Updates

We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time to reflect changes in technology, legal requirements, or our practices. We will notify you of any significant changes by updating the "Last updated" date and posting the revised policy on our website.

Your Rights

Under applicable laws, you have the right to:

• Request information about cookies stored on your device
• Request deletion of cookies and associated data
• Withdraw consent for non-essential cookies at any time
• Access a copy of any personal data we hold
• Request correction or deletion of inaccurate data

Jurisdiction

Customdietplanner is located in Turku, Finland (Aleksanterinkatu 66). This Cookie Policy is governed by Finnish law and complies with EU regulations including GDPR. For residents of the EU, GDPR protections apply to your personal data and cookie usage.

Last Updated: January 2025 | Policy Version: 1.0

This Cookie Policy is part of our commitment to transparency and responsible data handling. By using Customdietplanner, you acknowledge and agree to our cookie practices as described in this policy.

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