Cookie Policy
Last updated: January 2025
Botanical Nutrition ("we," "us," "our," or "the Website") uses cookies and similar tracking technologies to enhance your experience on botanicalnutrition.info. This Cookie Policy explains what cookies are, the types we use, how we use them, and how you can manage your preferences.
Address: Strada Mihai Eminescu 29, Iași
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 (computer, tablet, or mobile phone) when you visit a website. They contain information that websites can read on subsequent visits, allowing websites to remember your preferences and activities.
Cookies serve various purposes including:
- Improving website functionality and performance
- Remembering user preferences and settings
- Analyzing how visitors use the website
- Providing relevant content recommendations
- Enhancing website security
Types of Cookies We Use
1. Essential (Strictly Necessary) Cookies
These cookies are necessary for the website to function properly. They enable core functionality such as security, network management, and accessibility. Essential cookies do not require consent.
- Session authentication and security tokens
- Website navigation and page functionality
- Load balancing and server communication
- CSRF protection
2. Analytics & Performance Cookies
These cookies help us understand how visitors interact with our website. They collect anonymous data about page views, user behavior, traffic sources, and content engagement to improve our editorial content and user experience.
- Page load times and performance metrics
- Popular articles and content sections
- Reader geography and browser information
- Click patterns and navigation flow
3. Preference & Functionality Cookies
These cookies remember your choices and preferences to enhance your experience when revisiting the website.
- Language and content preferences
- Text size and display settings
- Saved articles or reading history
- Theme preferences (light/dark mode)
4. Marketing & Tracking Cookies
These cookies may be set by our partners and are used to track your browsing across websites. They help display relevant content recommendations based on your interests.
- Content recommendation algorithms
- Cross-site behavioral tracking
- Partner and affiliate cookies
- Social media integration cookies
How We Use Cookies
Website Operations
We use cookies to ensure the website functions correctly, maintain security, and prevent fraud.
Content Analysis
We analyze which articles and topics attract the most reader engagement to inform our editorial decisions and improve content quality.
User Experience
Cookies remember your preferences, allowing us to personalize your reading experience and save your display settings.
Content Recommendations
Based on your reading history, we may recommend articles and topics that align with your interests.
Traffic Analysis
We track how readers navigate our site to understand audience behavior and optimize the editorial experience.
Managing Your Cookies
You have control over the cookies stored on your device. Here are your options:
Cookie Consent Banner
When you first visit our website, a consent banner appears. You can accept all cookies, reject non-essential cookies, or customize your preferences.
Browser Settings
Most web browsers allow you to control cookies through their settings. You can:
- Block all cookies: Disables all cookie storage
- Block third-party cookies: Blocks cookies from external domains
- Clear cookies: Delete existing cookies from your device
- Allow specific sites: Permit cookies only from trusted domains
Note: Disabling cookies may limit functionality on some websites.
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
Opt-Out Tools
Third-party services offer opt-out mechanisms for behavioral tracking:
- Google Analytics Opt-out Browser Add-on
- Network Advertising Initiative (NAI) Consumer Opt-Out
- Digital Advertising Alliance (DAA) WebChoices tool
Important: Disabling essential cookies may prevent the website from functioning properly. You can safely disable preference, analytics, and marketing cookies without affecting core functionality.
Cookie List
Below is a detailed list of cookies and similar technologies used on botanicalnutrition.info:
| Cookie Name | Type | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| session_id | Essential | Maintains user session | Session |
| csrf_token | Essential | Security protection | Session |
| user_preferences | Preference | Saves display settings and preferences | 1 year |
| language_preference | Preference | Remembers language selection | 1 year |
| theme_preference | Preference | Stores light/dark mode preference | 1 year |
| _ga | Analytics | Google Analytics user ID | 2 years |
| _ga_* | Analytics | Google Analytics session data | 1 year |
| _gid | Analytics | Google Analytics session identifier | 24 hours |
| article_views | Analytics | Tracks viewed articles for engagement | 3 months |
| content_recommendations | Marketing | Personalizes article recommendations | 3 months |
| browsing_history | Marketing | Records browsing behavior | 6 months |
| partner_* | Marketing | Third-party partner tracking | Various |
Note: This list may be updated periodically as our website evolves. Third-party services may add or update cookies independently.
Third-Party Services & Cookies
Our website uses services from external providers that may set their own cookies:
Google Analytics
Tracks website traffic and user behavior. Google Privacy Policy
Content Delivery Networks (CDN)
Improve website speed and performance through cached content delivery.
Social Media Integration
Share buttons and embedded content from social platforms may set tracking cookies.
Advertising Partners
Ad networks may place cookies for ad targeting and performance measurement. These cookies respect your consent preferences.
We are not responsible for the privacy practices of third-party services. Please review their privacy policies directly for more information about their cookie practices.
Do Not Track (DNT)
Some browsers include a "Do Not Track" feature. Currently, there is no universal standard for recognizing DNT signals. While we respect DNT requests, our website may continue to collect analytics data even when DNT is enabled, unless you have explicitly disabled cookies in your browser settings or our cookie consent dialog.
GDPR & Data Protection
We comply with the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) and other applicable data protection laws. Your personal data is processed lawfully, fairly, and transparently. You have the right to:
- Access your personal data
- Correct inaccurate information
- Request deletion of your data
- Object to processing
- Data portability
- Withdraw consent at any time
To exercise any of these rights, please contact us at [email protected]. We will respond to your request within 30 days.
Children's Privacy
Botanical Nutrition does not knowingly collect personal information from children under the age of 13. If we become aware that we have collected data from a child under 13, we will promptly delete it and notify the parent or guardian. Parents who believe their child has provided information to us should contact us immediately.
Contact Us
If you have questions, concerns, or requests regarding this Privacy Policy or our privacy practices, please reach out to our dedicated privacy team:
Phone
Last Updated: January 2024
Botanical Nutrition
Premium botanical supplements for natural wellness and vitality.