Cookie Policy
Last updated: January 2025
This Cookie Policy explains how Energy Habits Science uses cookies and similar tracking technologies on our editorial platform. We are committed to transparency about our data practices.
What Are Cookies?
Cookies are small text files stored on your device when you visit our website. They contain information that helps us understand how you interact with our content and improve your reading experience.
Cookies serve various purposes, from maintaining your preferences to understanding which articles resonate most with our readers. Some cookies are essential for the platform to function properly, while others help us analyze usage patterns to create better editorial content.
Types of Cookies We Use
Essential Cookies
These cookies are necessary for the website to function properly. They enable core functionality such as:
- User authentication and session management
- Security and fraud prevention
- Basic navigation functionality
- Loading preferences and settings
Duration: Session or until browser closes
Performance & Analytics Cookies
These cookies help us understand how readers interact with our articles and editorial content. We use this information to:
- Track page views and article engagement metrics
- Identify which topics resonate with our audience
- Measure website performance and load times
- Understand reader behavior patterns
- Improve content delivery and platform usability
Duration: Up to 13 months
Functional Cookies
These cookies enhance your reading experience by remembering your preferences:
- Language and display preferences
- Text size and theme settings (light/dark mode)
- Bookmarked articles and reading history
- User-specific content preferences
Duration: Up to 1 year
Targeting & Marketing Cookies
These cookies allow us to deliver relevant content recommendations and understand audience segments:
- Content recommendations based on reading behavior
- Audience segmentation for editorial planning
- Campaign performance measurement
- Cross-site content tracking (if applicable)
Duration: Up to 2 years
How We Use Cookies
As an editorial platform, we use cookies primarily to:
Content Analysis
Understand which articles and topics generate the most reader engagement to guide our editorial direction.
Reader Experience
Improve site navigation, loading speed, and overall usability for a better reading experience.
Personalization
Deliver personalized content recommendations based on your reading interests and history.
Analytics & Insights
Generate audience insights to inform editorial strategy and content planning.
Our Cookie List
Below is a detailed list of cookies used on our platform:
| Cookie Name | Type | Duration | Purpose |
|---|---|---|---|
| PHPSESSID | Essential | Session | User session management and authentication |
| _ga | Analytics | 2 years | Google Analytics - tracks user engagement and page views |
| _gid | Analytics | 24 hours | Google Analytics - session-based analytics identifier |
| _gat | Analytics | 1 minute | Google Analytics - request throttling |
| user_preferences | Functional | 1 year | Stores user theme, language, and display preferences |
| reading_history | Functional | 1 year | Tracks recently read articles for personalized recommendations |
| bookmark_data | Functional | 1 year | Stores user bookmarked articles and collections |
| utm_source, utm_medium, utm_campaign | Targeting | Session | Tracks article source and referral information for analytics |
| content_engagement | Analytics | 6 months | Measures time spent on articles and scroll depth |
Managing Your Cookies
You have control over cookie preferences. Here's how to manage them:
Browser Settings
You can control cookies through your browser settings:
- Chrome: Settings → Privacy and security → Cookies and other site data
- Firefox: Settings → Privacy & Security → Cookies and Site Data
- Safari: Preferences → Privacy → Manage Website Data
- Edge: Settings → Privacy, search, and services → Clear browsing data
Opt-Out Options
You can opt out of specific types of tracking:
- Google Analytics: Install the Google Analytics Opt-out Browser Add-on
- Do Not Track (DNT): Enable DNT in your browser settings to signal your privacy preference
- Interest-Based Advertising: Visit AboutAds.info to manage ad preferences
ⓘ Important Note
Disabling essential cookies may affect the functionality of our platform. You may experience difficulties with site navigation, content loading, or personalization features. We recommend keeping essential cookies enabled for the best reading experience.
Third-Party Services
Our platform integrates with third-party services that may set their own cookies:
Content Delivery Networks (CDN)
Used to optimize article loading speeds and content distribution across regions.
Social Media Integration
If you engage with social sharing features, social media platforms may set additional cookies.
Data Retention & Privacy
We are committed to protecting your privacy. Cookie data is retained according to the durations specified in our cookie list above. We do not sell reader data to third parties.
For more information about how we handle personal data, please review our Privacy Policy.
Aggregate analytics data helps us understand audience behavior patterns, which directly improves our editorial content and platform experience. All data is treated with confidentiality and used solely to enhance our service as an informational platform.
Updates to This Policy
We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time to reflect changes in technology, legal requirements, or our editorial practices. Significant changes will be announced on our platform.
Your continued use of our platform after changes constitutes acceptance of the updated policy.
Questions About Cookies?
If you have questions about this Cookie Policy or our data practices, please contact our editorial team:
Energy Habits Science
Queen Street 89
Liverpool
Domain: energyhabitscience.info
For content questions and feedback about articles, [email protected].
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