Cookie Policy
Last updated: January 2024
At Vitalcare Nutrition, we use cookies to enhance your experience while browsing our editorial content. This policy explains what cookies are, how we use them, and how you can control them.
Vitalcare Nutrition
Bulevar kralja Aleksandra 91
Beograd, Serbia
Domain: vitalcarenutrition.info
What Are Cookies?
Cookies are small text files stored on your device (computer, tablet, or smartphone) when you visit our website. They are widely used to make websites function more efficiently and to provide information to the site owners.
Cookies allow us to remember your preferences, understand how you navigate our editorial content, and improve your browsing experience. Each cookie is unique to your web browser and contains only information you consent to or that is necessary for the site to function.
Note: Cookies do not contain viruses, malware, or executable code. They cannot access other files on your device or transmit your personal data without your knowledge.
Types of Cookies We Use
1. Strictly Necessary Cookies
These cookies are essential for the website to function properly. They enable core functionality such as page navigation, security features, and access to secure areas.
Expires: Session or up to 1 year | Can be disabled: May affect site functionality
2. Performance & Analytics Cookies
These cookies help us understand how visitors interact with our editorial content. We use them to measure page load times, article engagement, and overall site performance to improve our content quality.
Expires: Up to 24 months | Can be disabled: Yes, without affecting core functionality
3. Functional Cookies
These cookies remember your preferences and choices, such as preferred language, text size, article bookmarks, and reading history. They enhance your personalized browsing experience.
Expires: Up to 1 year | Can be disabled: Yes
4. Marketing & Targeting Cookies
These cookies are used to deliver relevant content and advertisements based on your interests. They track your browsing habits across websites to create a profile of your interests for better content recommendations.
Expires: Up to 24 months | Can be disabled: Yes (may be required for certain features)
5. Third-Party Cookies
Third-party service providers (analytics platforms, content delivery networks, social media widgets) may place cookies on your device when you visit our site. These are governed by their respective privacy policies.
Expires: Varies | Can be disabled: Yes (through browser settings)
How We Use Cookies
Content Personalization
Remember your content preferences and reading history to suggest relevant articles from our editorial collection.
Website Analytics
Analyze traffic patterns, article popularity, and user behavior to improve content quality and site navigation.
Security & Fraud Prevention
Protect your account and detect suspicious activity to maintain a secure browsing environment.
User Experience Enhancement
Remember language preferences, zoom settings, and interface choices for a more convenient experience.
Content Distribution
Track which articles are shared and how our content reaches different audiences across platforms.
Targeted Content Recommendations
Deliver articles and editorial content aligned with your demonstrated interests and reading patterns.
Detailed Cookie List
| Cookie Name | Type | Purpose | Expiry |
|---|---|---|---|
| PHPSESSID | Essential | Session management and user authentication | Session |
| vc_consent | Essential | Store user cookie consent preferences | 1 year |
| _ga | Analytics | Google Analytics - Track unique user ID | 2 years |
| _gid | Analytics | Google Analytics - Track session ID | 24 hours |
| _gat | Analytics | Google Analytics - Request throttling | 1 minute |
| vc_lang | Functional | Remember user's preferred language | 1 year |
| vc_theme | Functional | Store user's theme preference (light/dark mode) | 1 year |
| vc_bookmarks | Functional | Track bookmarked articles | 1 year |
| vc_reading_history | Functional | Store recently viewed articles | 6 months |
| vc_marketing_id | Marketing | Track user for content recommendations | 2 years |
| fr | Marketing | Meta/Facebook - Track content sharing and engagement | 90 days |
| _fbp | Marketing | Meta/Facebook - Track conversions and events | 3 months |
| NID | Marketing | Google - Personalize ads based on browsing history | 6 months |
Important: Third-party cookies from advertising and analytics partners may be added or updated as we integrate new services. This list is current as of the date shown above.
Managing Your Cookies
Browser Cookie Settings
You can control cookies through your web browser settings. Most browsers allow you to:
- View cookies stored on your device
- Delete specific cookies or all cookies
- Block cookies from specific websites
- Disable cookies entirely (may affect site functionality)
- Receive notifications when new cookies are set
Instructions: Visit your browser's help documentation for guidance. Common browsers include Chrome, Firefox, Safari, Edge, and Opera.
Browser-Specific Cookie Management:
Google Chrome: Settings → Privacy and Security → Cookies and other site data
Mozilla Firefox: Preferences → Privacy & Security → Cookies and Site Data
Apple Safari: Preferences → Privacy → Manage Website Data
Microsoft Edge: Settings → Privacy, search, and services → Cookies and other site permissions
Opera: Settings → Advanced → Cookies
Our Cookie Consent Tool
When you first visit Vitalcare Nutrition, a cookie consent banner appears. You can:
- Accept all cookies
- Reject non-essential cookies
- Customize your cookie preferences by type
- Change your preferences anytime via the footer link
Do Not Track (DNT)
If you enable the "Do Not Track" feature in your browser, we respect this preference. DNT is a privacy setting that tells websites you don't want to be tracked. However, not all tracking requests may be honored depending on third-party services.
Third-Party Opt-Outs
You can opt out of targeted advertising from third-party platforms:
- Google Ads: Visit Google Ad Settings (myaccount.google.com/ads)
- Meta/Facebook: Adjust your Ad Preferences in Settings
- Digital Advertising Alliance: www.aboutads.info
- Network Advertising Initiative: www.networkadvertising.org
Legal Basis for Cookies
Our use of cookies is based on the following legal foundations:
Consent (GDPR Article 7)
We obtain explicit consent for non-essential cookies (marketing, analytics) through our cookie banner. You can withdraw this consent anytime.
Legitimate Interest (GDPR Article 6(1)(f))
Essential and functional cookies are necessary for legitimate business purposes: maintaining security, improving our editorial service, and providing the best user experience.
How We Protect Your Data
We implement industry-standard security measures including SSL encryption, secure servers, and restricted access protocols to protect your personal information from unauthorized access, disclosure, or destruction.
Questions About Our Privacy Policy?
At Vitalcarenutrition, we're committed to transparency and your privacy rights. If you have any questions about how we collect, use, or protect your data, please don't hesitate to contact us.
Email Us
Our Office
Vitalcarenutrition Support Team
Customer Service Department
Your Privacy Rights
- Right to Access: Request a copy of your personal data
- Right to Rectification: Correct inaccurate or incomplete data
- Right to Erasure: Request deletion of your data ("right to be forgotten")
- Right to Data Portability: Receive your data in a structured format
- Right to Object: Opt-out of certain processing activities
- Right to Withdraw Consent: Revoke consent at any time without penalty
Privacy Policy Updates
Vitalcarenutrition may update this Privacy Policy periodically to reflect changes in our practices, technology, legal requirements, or other factors. We will notify you of material changes by posting the updated policy on our website with a revised "Last Updated" date.
Your continued use of our website following the posting of revised Privacy Policy means that you accept and agree to the changes. We encourage you to review this policy regularly to stay informed about how we protect your information.
Last Updated: January 2025
Effective Date: January 1, 2025
Your Trust Matters to Us
We're dedicated to protecting your privacy and maintaining your trust. Thank you for being part of the Vitalcarenutrition community.
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