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Cookie Policy

Last updated: January 2024

This cookie policy explains what cookies are, how we use them on the Sustainable Cooking Academy website, and how you can manage your preferences.

What Are Cookies?

Cookies are small text files that are placed on your device when you visit our website. They are widely used to make websites work more efficiently and to provide information to the website owners. Most cookies are "session cookies" that are deleted when you close your browser, while others are "persistent cookies" that remain on your device until they expire or you delete them.

Cookies do not contain executable code and cannot directly harm your device. However, they do help us understand how you interact with our content, which allows us to improve your browsing experience.

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.

Duration: Session (deleted when you close your browser)

Performance Cookies

These cookies help us understand how visitors interact with our website. They collect anonymous information about page views, bounce rates, and navigation patterns. This data helps our editorial team improve content organization and user experience.

Duration: Persistent (up to 2 years)

Functionality Cookies

These cookies remember your preferences and choices, such as your language preference, text size, or theme selection. They enhance your browsing experience by allowing the website to recognize and accommodate your settings.

Duration: Persistent (up to 1 year)

Analytics Cookies

We use analytics services (such as Google Analytics) to understand traffic patterns and content performance. These cookies track which articles are most read, how long readers spend on pages, and which topics interest our audience most.

Duration: Persistent (up to 2 years)

How We Use Cookies

✓ Content Improvement: Analyzing which articles and topics resonate with our readers to enhance editorial decisions.
✓ User Experience: Remembering your preferences to provide a personalized browsing experience.
✓ Security: Protecting against fraudulent activity and maintaining website security.
✓ Traffic Analysis: Understanding how visitors navigate our site to optimize content structure.
✓ Statistical Analysis: Creating anonymous, aggregated reports about website usage patterns.

Complete Cookie List

Cookie Name	Type	Duration	Purpose
PHPSESSID	Essential	Session	Website functionality and user session management
_ga	Analytics	2 years	Google Analytics - tracks unique visitors
_gid	Analytics	24 hours	Google Analytics - current session identifier
_gat	Analytics	1 minute	Google Analytics - request throttling
theme_preference	Functionality	1 year	Stores your preferred website theme
language	Functionality	1 year	Remembers your language preference
cookie_consent	Essential	1 year	Records your cookie consent preferences
search_history	Functionality	6 months	Stores recent article search terms

Managing Your Cookie Preferences

Browser Settings

Most web browsers allow you to control cookies through their settings. You can typically find these options in your browser's preferences or settings menu. Here's how to manage cookies in popular browsers:

Google 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
Microsoft Edge: Settings → Privacy, Search, and Services → Clear browsing data

Opting Out of Analytics

You can opt out of Google Analytics tracking by installing the Google Analytics Opt-out Browser Add-on. Visit Google Analytics Opt-out for more information.

Cookie Consent Banner

When you first visit our website, we display a cookie consent banner. You can use this banner to accept or reject non-essential cookies. You can also manage your preferences at any time through your browser's cookie settings.

Note: Disabling cookies may affect the functionality of our website. Some features, such as remembering your preferences or accessing certain content sections, may not work as expected if you disable cookies entirely.

Third-Party Cookies

We use third-party services that may set their own cookies on your device. These include:

Google Analytics

Google Analytics is used to analyze website traffic and visitor behavior. Google may use this data according to its own privacy policy.

Google Privacy Policy

Content Delivery Networks

We use CDN services to deliver content efficiently. These services may use cookies to track performance and optimize delivery.

We do not control third-party cookies and recommend reviewing their privacy policies directly.

Your Privacy and Data Protection

Your privacy is important to us. While cookies do collect information, we:

• Only collect information that is necessary for website functionality and improvement
• Never sell or share personal data with third parties for marketing purposes
• Use encrypted connections (HTTPS) to protect your data
• Comply with GDPR and other applicable data protection regulations

For complete information about how we handle your personal data, please review our Privacy Policy.

Questions About Our Cookie Policy?

If you have questions or concerns about how we use cookies, or if you'd like to provide feedback about our editorial content, please contact our editorial team.

Sustainable Cooking Academy
Strada Victoriei 142
Constanța, Romania

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