Cookie Policy
Last updated: January 2025
What Are Cookies?
Cookies are small text files stored on your device (computer, tablet, or smartphone) when you visit our website. These files help us understand how you interact with our content and improve your reading experience on Healtheatcounsel.
This Cookie Policy explains the types of cookies we use, how we collect and use information through them, and how you can manage your cookie preferences. We are committed to transparency about our data practices.
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.
Types of Cookies We Use
Essential Cookies
These cookies are necessary for our website to function properly. They enable core functionality such as page navigation, access to secure areas, and content delivery.
Status: Required – cannot be disabled
Performance Cookies
These cookies collect information about how visitors interact with our site, such as which articles are read most frequently, page load times, and navigation patterns. This helps us optimize our editorial content and website performance.
Status: Optional – can be managed in your settings
Functional Cookies
These cookies remember your preferences and choices when you visit our site, such as your preferred language, text size settings, and reading history preferences. They enhance your personalized experience without identifying you.
Status: Optional – can be managed in your settings
Analytical Cookies
We use analytical cookies through Google Analytics to understand overall visitor trends and article engagement. This data is anonymized and helps our editorial team understand which health and wellness topics resonate most with our audience.
Status: Optional – can be managed in your settings
How We Use Cookies
- ✓ Content Delivery: Ensuring articles and media load correctly on your device
- ✓ User Preferences: Remembering your reading preferences and site customizations
- ✓ Editorial Analytics: Understanding which health topics and article formats perform well with our readers
- ✓ Security: Protecting against fraud and maintaining site security
- ✓ Site Improvement: Identifying technical issues and improving overall user experience
Cookie List
Below is a detailed list of cookies used on Healtheatcounsel.info:
| Cookie Name | Type | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| PHPSESSID | Essential | Session management and site functionality | Session |
| hec_preferences | Functional | Stores your reading preferences and language choice | 1 year |
| _ga | Analytical | Google Analytics – tracks anonymous visitor data | 2 years |
| _ga_* | Analytical | Google Analytics – session tracking | 2 years |
| hec_article_history | Functional | Remembers recently viewed articles for recommendations | 3 months |
| hec_theme | Functional | Stores your preferred site theme (light/dark mode) | 1 year |
| _secure | Essential | Security and HTTPS verification | Session |
Managing Your Cookies
Cookie Consent Manager
When you first visit Healtheatcounsel, a cookie consent banner will appear. You can manage your preferences at any time by clicking the "Cookie Settings" button in the banner or footer of our website. You can choose to accept or reject non-essential cookies.
Browser Settings
You can control cookies through your web browser settings. Most browsers allow you to refuse cookies or alert you when a cookie is being sent. Here's how to manage cookies in popular browsers:
Chrome:
Settings → Privacy and security → Cookies and other site data
Firefox:
Options → Privacy & Security → Cookies and Site Data
Safari:
Preferences → Privacy → Cookies and website data
Edge:
Settings → Privacy, search, and services → Clear browsing data
Note: Disabling essential cookies may affect website functionality and prevent you from accessing certain features or content on Healtheatcounsel.
Third-Party Cookies
We use third-party services to enhance our editorial platform:
Google Analytics
Provides anonymized traffic and engagement data to help our editorial team understand reader behavior. Visit Google's Privacy Policy for more information.
Your Rights
Depending on your location, you may have specific rights regarding cookies and personal data:
- • Right to Consent: You have the right to accept or refuse non-essential cookies
- • Right to Access: You can request information about cookies we use
- • Right to Delete: You can request removal of cookies and associated data
- • Right to Withdraw Consent: You can change your cookie preferences at any time
Questions About Our Cookie Policy?
If you have questions about this Cookie Policy or would like to discuss your cookie preferences, our editorial team is here to help.
Contact Address:
Healtheatcounsel
Jalan Sudirman 41
Surabaya, Indonesia
For content or policy questions:
[email protected]
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This Cookie Policy was last updated in January 2025 and may be revised periodically.
We encourage you to review this policy regularly for any changes.
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