Cookie Policy
Effective Date: January 2024
Natural Habits Balance is committed to transparency regarding how we collect and use information on our website. This Cookie Policy explains what cookies are, how we use them, and how you can manage your preferences.
What Are Cookies?
Cookies are small text files stored on your device (computer, tablet, or mobile phone) when you visit our website. They contain information that is sent to our servers each time you visit, allowing us to recognize you and remember your preferences.
Cookies are commonly used across websites to improve user experience, understand traffic patterns, and provide personalized content. They are not harmful and contain no malicious code.
Types of Cookies We Use
Essential Cookies
Purpose: Required for the website to function properly
Examples: Login authentication, security tokens, CSRF protection
Duration: Session-based (deleted when you close your browser) or persistent (up to 1 year)
These cookies are always enabled and cannot be disabled, as the website cannot function without them.
Analytical Cookies
Purpose: Help us understand how visitors use our website
Examples: Google Analytics, page views, bounce rate, user behavior patterns
Duration: Usually 1-2 years
These cookies collect aggregated data about website usage to help our editorial team improve content and user experience. No personal information is collected.
Preference Cookies
Purpose: Remember your settings and preferences
Examples: Theme preference (light/dark mode), language selection, content filters
Duration: Up to 1 year
These cookies enhance your browsing experience by remembering choices you've made on previous visits.
Marketing & Social Media Cookies
Purpose: Track content engagement and social sharing
Examples: Social media plugins, content sharing tracking, campaign performance
Duration: 1-2 years
These cookies are optional and help us understand which articles and content resonate with our readers.
How We Use Cookies
- Improving User Experience: We analyze how you navigate our website to identify areas for improvement
- Content Analysis: Understanding which articles and topics generate the most interest helps our editorial team create better content
- Security: Essential cookies protect your session and prevent unauthorized access
- Personalization: Remembering your preferences to deliver a customized reading experience
- Traffic Measurement: Aggregated analytics help us understand audience size and behavior without tracking individuals
Managing Your Cookies
Your Control
You have the right to control what cookies are stored on your device. When you first visit naturalhabitsbalance.info, you'll be presented with a cookie consent banner allowing you to accept or reject non-essential cookies.
Manage Cookies in Your Browser
Most modern browsers allow you to control cookie settings directly:
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, search, and services → Cookies and other site data
Note: Disabling essential cookies may affect website functionality. We recommend keeping essential cookies enabled while managing preference, analytical, and marketing cookies according to your comfort level.
Detailed Cookie List
The following table details all cookies used on naturalhabitsbalance.info:
| Cookie Name | Type | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| PHPSESSID | Essential | User session management | Session |
| nhb_user_prefs | Preference | Stores theme, language, and content filter preferences | 1 Year |
| _ga | Analytical | Google Analytics - tracks unique visitors | 2 Years |
| _gid | Analytical | Google Analytics - session identifier | 24 Hours |
| _gat_gtag_UA_* | Analytical | Google Analytics - throttles request rate | 1 Minute |
| nhb_consent | Essential | Records cookie consent preferences | 1 Year |
| fr | Marketing | Facebook pixel - content engagement tracking | 3 Months |
| _fbp | Marketing | Facebook conversion tracking | 3 Months |
| nhb_reading_history | Preference | Personalizes content recommendations based on article history | 6 Months |
Third-Party Cookies
We use cookies from third-party services to enhance functionality and measure content performance:
Google Analytics
Provides website traffic analysis and user behavior insights. Data is anonymized and aggregated.
Facebook Pixel
Tracks article shares and engagement with our content on social platforms. Helps us understand audience interests.
Privacy & Data Protection
Your privacy is important to us. Here's how we protect your data:
- No Personal Identification: Our analytical cookies do not collect personally identifiable information like names, email addresses, or financial data
- Data Anonymization: Google Analytics data is anonymized and cannot be linked to individual users
- Secure Transmission: All data transmitted to our servers uses secure HTTPS encryption
- GDPR Compliance: We comply with European Union General Data Protection Regulation requirements for cookie usage
- No Selling: We never sell or share your data with third parties for commercial purposes
For more information about our privacy practices, please read our Privacy Policy.
Do Not Track Signals
Some browsers include a "Do Not Track" feature. Currently, there is no industry-wide standard for recognizing Do Not Track signals. Our website respects your privacy preferences through the cookie consent mechanism and browser settings regardless of Do Not Track headers.
Updates to This Policy
Natural Habits Balance may update this Cookie Policy from time to time to reflect changes in technology, legal requirements, or our cookie practices. Any significant changes will be communicated through a prominent notice on our website, and the "Effective Date" at the top of this page will be updated.
We encourage you to review this policy periodically to stay informed about how we use cookies.
Questions About Our Cookie Policy?
If you have questions about this Cookie Policy or our use of cookies, please don't hesitate to contact our editorial team.
For content feedback and article inquiries, please visit our FAQ page or blog.
This Cookie Policy was last updated on January 2024