Cookie Policy
Last updated: January 2025
Introduction
At Balanced Blood Sugar Smart Pro, we use cookies and similar tracking technologies to improve your experience on our website. This Cookie Policy explains what cookies are, the types we use, how we use them, and how you can manage your cookie preferences.
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 are widely used to make websites function more effectively and to provide information to website owners.
Cookies can remain on your device for different periods of time. Some are deleted when you close your browser (session cookies), while others remain for a set period or until you manually delete them (persistent cookies).
Types of Cookies We Use
Essential Cookies
These cookies are necessary for the basic functionality of our website. They enable core features such as page navigation, access to secure areas, and remember your preferences during your visit.
Duration: Session (cleared when you close your browser)
Analytics Cookies
We use analytics cookies to understand how visitors interact with our website. This helps us improve content quality, user experience, and editorial offerings. Data is aggregated and anonymized.
Duration: Up to 2 years | Providers: Google Analytics
Functional Cookies
These cookies enable enhanced functionality and personalization, such as remembering your language preference, article reading history, and customized content recommendations.
Duration: Up to 1 year
Performance Cookies
Performance cookies help us deliver content faster and optimize website performance. They collect data about page load times and overall site responsiveness.
Duration: Up to 1 year
How We Use Cookies
- ✓ Content Personalization: To remember your reading preferences and deliver relevant articles
- ✓ Security: To maintain secure sessions and prevent unauthorized access
- ✓ Traffic Analysis: To understand which articles and topics are most popular with our readers
- ✓ User Experience: To optimize our website layout and navigation based on visitor behavior
- ✓ Editorial Insights: To monitor content engagement and inform our editorial strategy
Detailed Cookie List
| Cookie Name | Type | Duration | Purpose |
|---|---|---|---|
| session_id | Essential | Session | User authentication and session management |
| user_preferences | Functional | 1 year | Remembers language, theme, and layout preferences |
| _ga | Analytics | 2 years | Google Analytics unique user tracking |
| _gat | Analytics | 1 minute | Google Analytics request throttling |
| reading_history | Functional | 6 months | Tracks articles you've read for personalization |
| performance_metrics | Performance | 1 year | Measures page load times and performance data |
| cookie_consent | Essential | 1 year | Records your cookie consent preferences |
Managing Your Cookies
Browser Settings
Most web browsers allow you to control cookies through their settings. You can typically:
- View cookies and delete specific ones
- Block all cookies or only third-party cookies
- Enable private browsing mode to prevent cookie storage
- Clear cookies automatically when closing your browser
Popular Browsers
- 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 → Clear browsing data
Opt-Out Options
To opt out of Google Analytics tracking, you can install the Google Analytics Opt-out Browser Add-on.
Note: Disabling essential cookies may prevent our website from functioning properly, including login functionality and page navigation. Analytics and functional cookies can be disabled without affecting core website functionality.
Third-Party Cookies
Our website may include third-party content and services that use their own cookies. These include:
We are not responsible for the cookie practices of third-party services. Please review their privacy policies for more information.
Data Protection & Privacy
The information collected through cookies is handled in accordance with applicable data protection regulations, including:
- • GDPR (General Data Protection Regulation) for European visitors
- • CCPA (California Consumer Privacy Act) for California residents
- • ePrivacy Directive for electronic communications
For more information about how we handle your data, please read our Privacy & Disclaimer page.
Changes to This Policy
We may update this Cookie Policy periodically to reflect changes in our practices, technology, or legal requirements. The date of the last update is shown at the top of this page.
We recommend reviewing this policy regularly to stay informed about how we use cookies. Your continued use of our website following any changes constitutes your acceptance of the updated policy.
Questions About Cookies?
If you have questions or concerns about our cookie practices, please contact our editorial team:
Balanced Blood Sugar Smart Pro
Pražská ul. 82
Brno
Email: [email protected]