Cookie Policy
Last updated: January 2025
This Cookie Policy explains how Healthbookconsult uses cookies and similar tracking technologies on our website at healthbookconsult.info.
What Are Cookies?
Cookies are small text files that are stored on your device (computer, tablet, or mobile phone) when you visit a website. They help websites remember information about your visit and improve your browsing experience.
Cookies serve various purposes, from remembering your preferences to analyzing how visitors interact with our content. Some cookies are essential for the website to function properly, while others help us understand reader behavior and improve our editorial content.
Types of Cookies We Use
1. 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 form submission. Without these cookies, basic website features would not work.
2. Analytics Cookies
We use analytics cookies to understand how readers interact with our content. These cookies help us collect data about page views, article engagement, time spent on pages, and user flow. This information helps our editorial team create better, more relevant health information content.
3. Preference Cookies
These cookies remember your choices and preferences, such as language selection, content preferences, or layout settings. They help personalize your experience when you return to our website.
4. Performance Cookies
These cookies monitor the performance and functionality of our website. They help us identify technical issues, optimize loading speeds, and ensure a smooth reading experience for our audience.
5. Third-Party Cookies
Some third-party services we use may set cookies on your device. These may include content delivery networks, analytics providers, and media hosting services. We only work with reputable partners that respect user privacy.
How We Use Cookies
- • Improving User Experience: Remembering your preferences and customizing content display
- • Content Analysis: Understanding which health topics and articles are most valuable to our readers
- • Website Optimization: Identifying technical issues and optimizing website performance
- • Editorial Development: Using aggregated data to guide our editorial strategy and content creation
- • Security: Protecting against fraud and maintaining website security
Cookie Information Table
| Cookie Name | Type | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| PHPSESSID | Essential | Maintains user session | Session |
| hbc_preferences | Preference | Stores user preferences (language, theme) | 1 Year |
| _ga | Analytics | Google Analytics tracking ID | 2 Years |
| _gid | Analytics | Google Analytics session ID | 24 Hours |
| hbc_consent | Essential | Stores cookie consent preferences | 1 Year |
| _gat | Analytics | Google Analytics request throttling | 1 Minute |
| hbc_article_history | Preference | Tracks recently read articles | 90 Days |
| __utm* | Analytics | UTM campaign parameters for analytics | Session |
Managing Your Cookies
Browser Settings
Most web browsers allow you to control cookies through their settings. You can choose to:
- • Accept all cookies
- • Reject all cookies
- • Accept only essential cookies
- • Delete cookies from your device
- • Set your browser to alert you when cookies are being sent
Note: Disabling essential cookies may affect website functionality and your browsing experience. Some features may not work properly.
Browser Instructions
For instructions on managing cookies in your specific browser:
- • Chrome: Settings → Privacy and security → Cookies and other site data
- • Firefox: Options → Privacy & Security → Cookies and Site Data
- • Safari: Preferences → Privacy → Manage Website Data
- • Edge: Settings → Privacy, search, and services → Cookies and other site permissions
Opt-Out Options
You can opt out of certain analytics tracking:
- • Google Analytics: Install the Google Analytics Opt-out Browser Add-on
- • Do Not Track: Enable "Do Not Track" in your browser settings
Legal Basis
Healthbookconsult uses cookies based on the following legal grounds:
- 1. Consent: With your explicit consent for non-essential cookies such as analytics and preferences
- 2. Legitimate Interest: For essential website functionality and content improvement purposes
- 3. Legal Obligation: To comply with data protection regulations and maintain security
Third-Party Services
We work with the following third-party services that may use cookies:
Content Delivery Networks (CDN)
Used to optimize content delivery and website performance
Media Hosting Services
Used for images, videos, and other multimedia content
Questions About Our Cookie Policy?
If you have questions about how we use cookies or concerns about your privacy, please contact us:
For content questions and feedback about our articles, please [email protected].
Data Protection
We take data protection seriously. Your personal data is processed in accordance with applicable data protection laws, including the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR).
For complete information about how we handle your personal data, please read our Privacy Statement.
We regularly review our cookie practices to ensure they remain transparent and compliant with current regulations.
Policy Updates
This Cookie Policy may be updated from time to time to reflect changes in our practices, new features, or regulatory requirements. We will post any significant changes on this page and update the "Last updated" date at the top of this document.
Continued use of our website following changes indicates your acceptance of the updated policy.