Cookie Policy
Last updated: January 2025
At Vitalmealplanning, we use cookies to enhance your browsing experience on our editorial platform. This policy explains what cookies are, how we use them, and how you can manage your cookie preferences.
By continuing to use our website, you consent to our use of cookies as described in this policy. We are committed to transparency regarding how we collect and use information about your visits to our site.
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 allows websites to remember information about your visit, preferences, and interactions.
Cookies cannot run programs or deliver viruses to your device. They are harmless and help websites function more effectively by remembering your preferences and previous activity.
There are two main types of cookies: session cookies, which expire when you close your browser, and persistent cookies, which remain on your device until they expire or you delete them.
Types of Cookies We Use
Essential Cookies
These cookies are necessary for the website to function properly. They enable basic functionality such as page navigation, security, and access to restricted areas of the site. Essential cookies cannot be disabled without affecting website functionality.
Performance and Analytics Cookies
These cookies help us understand how visitors interact with our website. They collect anonymous data about page visits, content engagement, and user behavior. This information allows our editorial team to improve article quality, navigation, and overall user experience without identifying individual users.
Preference Cookies
These cookies remember your preferences and choices, such as language selection, font size, or display preferences. They allow us to personalize your reading experience and deliver content in your preferred format on subsequent visits.
Functional Cookies
These cookies enhance functionality by remembering your interactions, such as articles you've read, comments you've left, or preferences you've set. They help us provide a more tailored editorial experience across multiple visits.
How We Use Cookies
- To provide and maintain the functionality of our editorial platform
- To analyze site traffic and measure content performance
- To remember your preferences and reading history
- To improve article recommendations and content discovery
- To ensure website security and prevent fraud
- To understand which sections of our content resonate most with readers
Cookie List
Below is a comprehensive list of cookies used on our platform:
| Cookie Name | Type | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| PHPSESSID | Essential | Session management and user authentication | Session |
| vmp_preferences | Preference | Stores your reading preferences and display settings | 1 year |
| _ga | Analytics | Google Analytics tracking for aggregated site usage | 2 years |
| _gid | Analytics | Google Analytics session tracking | 24 hours |
| vmp_language | Preference | Remembers your language preference | 1 year |
| vmp_consent | Essential | Records your cookie consent choices | 1 year |
| vmp_reading_history | Functional | Stores articles you've recently read | 30 days |
| vmp_theme | Preference | Remembers your theme preference (light/dark mode) | 1 year |
Managing Cookies
Browser Settings
Most browsers allow you to control cookies through their settings. You can choose to:
- Block all cookies
- Allow only essential cookies
- Delete cookies when you close your browser
- Receive notifications when a cookie is set
For instructions on managing cookies in your specific browser, visit the browser's help documentation. Please note that disabling certain cookies may affect the functionality of our website.
Important: Blocking essential cookies may prevent our site from functioning correctly. We recommend allowing essential cookies while managing preference and analytics cookies according to your preferences.
Third-Party Cookies
Our website uses services from third-party providers that may set their own cookies:
Google Analytics
Provides anonymous analytics about site usage. Visit Google Privacy Policy for more information.
Content Delivery Networks
May use cookies to optimize content delivery and website performance.
Security Providers
May use cookies to protect our site from malicious activity and fraud.
We do not control third-party cookies. We recommend reviewing the privacy policies of these providers to understand how they use cookies.
Your Privacy Rights
We are committed to protecting your privacy. Our use of cookies is designed to provide a better reading experience while respecting your personal information:
- We do not sell your data to third parties
- Analytics data is aggregated and anonymized
- You can request deletion of your data at any time
- Essential cookies cannot be opted out without affecting site functionality
For more details on how we handle your data, please read our full disclaimer and privacy statement.
Questions About Our Cookie Policy?
If you have questions about how we use cookies or would like to provide feedback about our privacy practices, please reach out to our editorial team. We're committed to transparency about how we operate our platform.
Vitalmealplanning Editorial Office
Jalan Thamrin 85
Yogyakarta, Indonesia
For content questions or feedback: contact us through our FAQ page
Policy Updates
We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time to reflect changes in technology, legal requirements, or our practices. Any significant changes will be announced on our website.
Last Updated: January 2025
Effective Date: January 1, 2025
By continuing to use Vitalmealplanning, you acknowledge that you have read and understood this Cookie Policy.