Cookie Policy
Strongman Meals Guide
About This Cookie Policy
This Cookie Policy explains how Strongman Meals Guide ("we," "us," "our," or "Company") uses cookies and similar tracking technologies on our website located at strongmanmealsguide.info. We are committed to transparency in our data practices and respect for your privacy.
Last Updated: This policy reflects our current practices and is regularly reviewed. If we make material changes, we will update this page and notify users of significant modifications.
What Are Cookies?
Cookies are small text files stored on your device (computer, tablet, or mobile phone) when you visit a website. These files allow websites to recognize your device and remember information about your visit.
Similarly, we may use other tracking technologies such as:
- Web beacons: Tiny graphics used to track page visits
- Pixels: Small tracking elements embedded in content
- Local storage: Data stored directly on your browser
- Device identifiers: Information about your device type and settings
These technologies help us understand how visitors interact with our editorial content and improve the user experience across our platform.
Types of Cookies We Use
Essential Cookies
These cookies are necessary for the website to function properly. They enable core functionality such as:
- Authenticating users and sessions
- Managing website security and preventing fraud
- Loading pages correctly
- Remembering your language preferences
These cookies cannot be disabled without affecting website functionality.
Performance & Analytics Cookies
We use these cookies to measure how our editorial content performs and understand reader behavior. They help us:
- Count page views and visitor numbers
- Identify which articles resonate most with readers
- Measure content engagement and scroll depth
- Track error reporting and website performance
- Understand traffic sources and referrals
This data is anonymized and aggregated for statistical analysis.
Functional Cookies
These cookies enhance your browsing experience by remembering your preferences and choices:
- Saved reading preferences and bookmarks
- Font size and display settings
- Navigation history within the site
- Dark mode or theme selections
Marketing & Third-Party Cookies
We work with selected partners to display relevant content and measure campaign effectiveness:
- Tracking conversions from editorial features
- Creating audience segments for content recommendations
- Measuring the performance of featured content
- Delivering targeted content recommendations
How We Use Cookies
As an editorial platform, we use cookies to:
Content Optimization
Understand which nutrition and fitness articles attract readers and improve our editorial coverage based on engagement metrics.
User Experience
Personalize your reading experience and remember your content preferences for faster, more relevant access to articles.
Analytics
Measure website performance, track visitor behavior anonymously, and identify technical issues affecting your reading experience.
Security
Protect against fraud, prevent unauthorized access, and maintain the integrity of our editorial platform.
Managing Your Cookie Preferences
Browser Settings
Most web browsers allow you to control cookies through their settings. You can:
- Accept or reject all cookies
- Accept only specific types of cookies
- Clear cookies from your device
- Set preferences for individual websites
Note: Disabling essential cookies may affect website functionality. Some features, such as content bookmarking or preference saving, may not work properly if functional cookies are disabled.
Third-Party Cookie Controls
For cookies set by third-party analytics and marketing partners, you may use:
- Google Analytics Opt-out: Install Google Analytics Opt-out Browser Add-on
- Digital Advertising Alliance: Visit AboutAds.info to manage personalized ads
- Network Advertising Initiative: Visit NAI Opt-Out Tool
Cookie Consent Preferences
When you first visit our website, you will see a cookie consent banner. You can update your preferences at any time through this banner or by contacting our editorial team for guidance.
Cookie List & Details
Below is a detailed list of the primary cookies and tracking technologies used on strongmanmealsguide.info:
| Cookie Name | Type | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| PHPSESSID | Essential | Maintains user session and authentication | Session |
| _ga | Analytics | Google Analytics - tracks unique visitors | 2 years |
| _ga_* | Analytics | Google Analytics - session data collection | 2 years |
| _gid | Analytics | Google Analytics - identifies user for session | 24 hours |
| cookieconsent_status | Essential | Remembers your cookie consent choice | 1 year |
| user_preferences | Functional | Saves your reading preferences and theme selection | 1 year |
| article_history | Functional | Tracks recently viewed articles for recommendations | 90 days |
| language_pref | Functional | Remembers your language preference | 1 year |
| utm_* | Analytics | Tracks content source and referral information | Session |
| _fbp | Marketing | Facebook pixel for content engagement tracking | 90 days |
This list is updated regularly as we refine our analytics and tracking practices. The cookie list above represents the most common cookies used on our platform.
Data Retention & Deletion
We retain cookie data for the following periods:
- Essential cookies: Retained for the duration of your session or as necessary for security
- Functional cookies: Generally retained for up to 1 year
- Analytics cookies: Typically retained for 2 years per Google Analytics standards
- Marketing cookies: Retained for 90 days to 2 years depending on the partner
You can request deletion of your cookie data at any time by:
- Clearing cookies from your browser settings
- Using the "Do Not Track" feature in your browser (if supported)
- Contacting our editorial team for privacy inquiries
Third-Party Services & Cookies
We use third-party services to enhance content delivery and analytics. These services may place their own cookies:
Google Analytics
Helps us understand visitor behavior and content performance. Read their privacy policy.
Content Delivery Networks (CDN)
Optimizes loading speed for articles and media. May set performance-related cookies.
Social Media Platforms
If you interact with social sharing buttons, those platforms may place their own cookies. Review their privacy policies directly.
We do not control third-party cookies. For information on how these services use data, please review their individual privacy policies.
International Compliance
Our cookie practices comply with international data protection standards:
- GDPR (European Union): We obtain consent before placing non-essential cookies for EU users and provide transparent information about our practices.
- CCPA (California): California residents have the right to know what personal information is collected and to request deletion.
- PECR (UK): We comply with Privacy and Electronic Communications Regulations for cookie consent in the United Kingdom.
- Global Standards: Our privacy practices follow internationally recognized best practices for data protection.
Questions About Our Cookie Policy?
If you have questions about how we use cookies or would like to request information about your data, our editorial team is here to help.
Contact Information:
Strongman Meals Guide
Queen Street 79
Edinburgh, Scotland
For content questions and privacy inquiries: [email protected]
Policy Updates
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices or for other operational, legal, or regulatory reasons. We will notify you of any material changes by posting the updated policy on this page and updating the "Last Updated" date above. Your continued use of our website following the posting of changes constitutes your acceptance of such changes.
Have Questions?
If you have any questions or concerns about our Privacy Policy, your personal information, or our data practices, please don't hesitate to reach out. We're here to help and committed to transparency.
Privacy at a Glance
- We respect your privacy: Your personal data is protected with industry-standard security measures.
- You have control: You can access, update, or delete your information anytime.
- Transparent practices: We clearly disclose how we use your data and never sell it to third parties.
- Easy opt-out: Unsubscribe from communications or disable cookies with a single click.