Cookie Policy
Last updated: January 2025 | Holistic Food School
Understanding Our Cookie Use
At Holistic Food School, we use cookies to enhance your browsing experience on our platform. This policy explains what cookies are, which types we use, and how you can manage your preferences.
This website is operated from Roxas Boulevard 45, Davao. By accessing our content, you consent to our use of cookies as described below.
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 information about your visit and improve your user experience. Cookies are harmless and do not contain viruses.
Note: You can control cookie settings through your browser preferences. Most browsers allow you to refuse cookies or alert you when cookies are being sent.
Types of Cookies We Use
Essential Cookies
These cookies are necessary for the website to function properly. They enable core functionality such as page navigation, access to secure areas, and session management.
Examples: User authentication, security tokens, CSRF protection
Performance Cookies
Performance cookies collect information about how visitors use our site. This helps us understand which articles are most popular and identify technical issues.
Examples: Analytics tracking, page load times, bounce rates
Functional Cookies
Functional cookies remember your preferences and choices to provide a personalized experience when you return to our site.
Examples: Language preferences, saved article bookmarks, theme selections
Analytical Cookies
Analytical cookies help us analyze content performance and user behavior patterns to improve our editorial quality.
Examples: Google Analytics, user engagement metrics, content effectiveness
Cookies We Currently Use
| Cookie Name | Type | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| PHPSESSID | Essential | Session management and user tracking | Session |
| _ga | Analytical | Google Analytics user identification | 2 years |
| _gid | Analytical | Google Analytics session identification | 24 hours |
| user_preferences | Functional | Language and theme preferences | 1 year |
| article_history | Functional | Remembering viewed articles | 6 months |
| csrf_token | Essential | Security protection | Session |
| _gat | Performance | Google Analytics throttling requests | 1 minute |
How We Use Cookies
- ✓ Improving User Experience: We analyze how you navigate our content to enhance site functionality and readability.
- ✓ Personalizing Content: Cookies help us remember your preferences and deliver relevant articles.
- ✓ Security: Cookies protect against fraud and unauthorized access to your session.
- ✓ Editorial Analytics: We measure content performance to ensure our editorial team delivers quality articles.
Managing Your Cookie Preferences
Browser Controls
Most web browsers allow you to control cookies through their settings. You can:
- Accept or reject all cookies
- Accept only certain types of cookies
- Delete cookies already stored on your device
- Receive alerts when websites try to set cookies
Note: Blocking essential cookies may affect website functionality.
Common Browser Instructions
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
Edge: Settings → Privacy, search, and services → Cookies and other site permissions
Third-Party Opt-Out
For Google Analytics cookies, you can opt out using Google's opt-out tools:
Third-Party Services
We use Google Analytics to understand how visitors interact with our editorial content. Google may use the data it collects according to its privacy policy. We do not share personal data with third parties for marketing purposes.
Google Privacy Policy: https://policies.google.com/privacy
Updates to This Policy
Holistic Food School may update this Cookie Policy periodically to reflect changes in our practices or technology. We encourage you to review this page regularly. Significant changes will be noted with an updated revision date.
Continued use of our platform after changes indicates your acceptance of the updated policy.
Questions About Cookies?
If you have questions about this Cookie Policy or how we use cookies, please contact our editorial team.
Contact Information
Holistic Food School
Roxas Boulevard 45
Davao
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