Cookie Policy
Last updated: January 2024
About This Policy
Balanced Diet Class (balanceddietclass.info) uses cookies to enhance your browsing experience and provide personalized content. This policy explains what cookies are, how we use them, and how you can manage your cookie preferences.
Our Address: Graben 36, Innsbruck, Austria
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 when you visit a website. They help websites remember your preferences, track usage patterns, and improve your experience. Cookies cannot execute code or transmit viruses — they are simply data storage tools.
Each time you visit our site, your browser sends the cookie back to us, allowing us to recognize you and provide a more personalized experience.
Types of Cookies We Use
1. Essential Cookies
These cookies are necessary for our website to function properly. They enable basic functionality such as navigation, language preferences, and security features.
- Session management and user authentication
- Security and fraud prevention
- Preference storage (language, theme selection)
- Server load balancing
Mandatory: You cannot disable these cookies as they are required for site functionality.
2. Analytical Cookies
These cookies help us understand how visitors interact with our editorial content. We use this information to improve article quality, navigation, and overall user experience.
- Page views and traffic patterns
- Reader engagement with articles
- Device and browser information
- Geographic location (anonymized)
- Time spent on pages and bounce rates
Optional: You can disable these cookies in your preferences without affecting core site functionality.
3. Functional Cookies
These cookies remember your choices and preferences to provide a more personalized browsing experience without tracking across websites.
- Saved article bookmarks and reading history
- Font size and display preferences
- Custom content recommendations based on reading habits
- Newsletter subscription status
Optional: Disabling these cookies will reduce personalization but won't break site features.
4. Advertising Cookies
These cookies are used by third-party ad networks to deliver relevant advertisements and measure ad campaign performance. They may track your behavior across multiple websites.
- Ad frequency and performance tracking
- Audience segmentation and targeting
- Conversion tracking for ad campaigns
- Cross-site browsing behavior (third-party)
Optional: You can disable advertising cookies to reduce personalized ads.
Managing Your Cookies
Browser Controls
Most modern browsers allow you to control cookies through their settings. You can:
- Block all cookies: Disable cookies entirely (may impact functionality)
- Block third-party cookies: Allow first-party but block third-party cookies
- Clear cookies: Delete existing cookies from your device
- Manage exceptions: Allow cookies from specific websites
Cookie Consent Banner
When you first visit our site, you'll see a cookie consent banner. You can:
- Accept all cookies
- Accept only essential cookies
- Customize your preferences for each category
- Review and modify your choices anytime
Browser-Specific Instructions
Chrome: Settings → Privacy and Security → Cookies and other site data
Firefox: Options → Privacy & Security → Cookies and Site Data
Safari: Preferences → Privacy → Cookies and website data
Edge: Settings → Privacy, search, and services → Clear browsing data
Detailed Cookie List
| Cookie Name | Type | Duration | Purpose |
|---|---|---|---|
| bdc_session_id | Essential | Session | User session management and authentication |
| bdc_preferences | Functional | 1 year | Language, theme, and display preferences |
| bdc_consent | Essential | 1 year | Records your cookie consent choices |
| _ga | Analytical | 2 years | Google Analytics - user identification |
| _gid | Analytical | 24 hours | Google Analytics - session identification |
| _gat_gtag_UA_ | Analytical | 1 minute | Google Analytics - request throttling |
| bdc_reading_history | Functional | 1 year | Tracks articles you've read for personalization |
| bdc_bookmarks | Functional | 1 year | Stores your saved articles and bookmarks |
| _fbp | Advertising | 3 months | Facebook Pixel - event tracking |
| IDE | Advertising | 2 years | Google - ad personalization and frequency capping |
Data Protection & Privacy
We are committed to protecting your privacy and comply with applicable data protection regulations, including the GDPR (General Data Protection Regulation) and CCPA (California Consumer Privacy Act).
Your Rights
- Right to Access: Request information about cookies we store
- Right to Delete: Ask us to delete your cookie data
- Right to Withdraw Consent: Change your cookie preferences anytime
- Right to Portability: Request your data in a structured format
Third-Party Services
Our website uses third-party services that may set their own cookies:
- Google Analytics: Analyzes visitor behavior and traffic patterns
- Facebook Pixel: Tracks conversions and user interactions
- Ad Networks: Deliver targeted advertisements
These services have their own privacy policies. We recommend reviewing their policies to understand how they use your data.
Policy Updates
We may update this Cookie Policy periodically to reflect changes in our practices, technology, or applicable laws. When we make material changes, we will notify you through:
- A notice on our website homepage
- An updated "Last updated" date at the top of this policy
- A cookie consent request if legally required
Continued use of our site following any changes means you accept the updated policy.
Questions About This Policy?
If you have questions about our cookie practices or wish to exercise your data protection rights, please contact our editorial team.
Balanced Diet Class
Graben 36
6020 Innsbruck
Austria
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