Cookie Policy
Last updated: January 2024
What Are Cookies?
Cookies are small text files that are stored on your device when you visit our website. They help us understand how you interact with our content and improve your browsing experience. Inflammation Relief Guide uses cookies to deliver better editorial content and understand our readers' interests.
This Cookie Policy explains what cookies are, why we use them, and how you can manage your 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.
Why We Use Cookies
Our editorial platform uses cookies for the following purposes:
- • Essential Functionality: To maintain site security, remember your preferences, and ensure core features work properly.
- • Analytics: To understand how readers engage with our articles and which topics are most valuable to our audience.
- • Content Personalization: To show you articles and resources relevant to your browsing history.
- • Performance Monitoring: To track page load times and optimize our platform for better reading experiences.
Types of Cookies We Use
Session Cookies
These temporary cookies exist only while you browse our site. They expire when you close your browser and help us maintain your session while reading articles and navigating between pages.
Persistent Cookies
These cookies remain on your device even after you close your browser. They remember your preferences, reading history, and settings so you have a consistent experience when you return.
First-Party Cookies
Set directly by inflammationreliefguide.info, these cookies allow us to recognize returning readers and understand engagement with our editorial content.
Third-Party Cookies
Set by trusted analytics and performance partners, these help us measure site traffic and reader behavior to improve content quality and relevance.
Cookie Categories
Strictly Necessary
Required for site security and basic functionality. Cannot be disabled.
Functional
Enable preferences like language selection and theme choices. You can disable these, but some features may not work as intended.
Analytical/Performance
Help us understand reader behavior and optimize our editorial platform. You can opt out of these cookies.
Targeting/Marketing
Used to measure campaign effectiveness. You have full control to accept or reject these cookies.
Detailed Cookie List
| Cookie Name | Category | Duration | Purpose |
|---|---|---|---|
| PHPSESSID | Necessary | Session | Maintains secure user session |
| irg_preferences | Functional | 1 year | Stores theme and language preferences |
| irg_user_consent | Functional | 1 year | Records your cookie consent choices |
| _ga | Analytical | 2 years | Google Analytics - tracks visitor statistics |
| _gid | Analytical | 24 hours | Google Analytics - session identifier |
| _gat_gtag_* | Analytical | 1 minute | Google Analytics - request throttling |
| irg_article_views | Analytical | 6 months | Tracks which articles you've read |
| irg_reading_time | Analytical | 6 months | Measures engagement with editorial content |
| irg_content_recommendations | Targeting | 3 months | Personalizes article recommendations |
Managing Your Cookies
Browser Settings
You can control cookies through your browser settings. Most browsers allow you to:
- View cookies stored on your device
- Block cookies from specific websites
- Clear cookies when you close your browser
- Receive notifications when new cookies are set
Visit your browser's help section for detailed instructions on managing cookies.
Cookie Consent Control
When you first visit inflammationreliefguide.info, you'll see a cookie consent notice. You can:
- Accept all cookies
- Reject non-essential cookies
- Customize which cookie categories to accept
- Change your preferences anytime through our cookie settings
Third-Party Opt-Outs
For analytics and tracking cookies from third parties:
- Google Analytics: Install the Google Analytics Opt-Out Browser Add-on
- General opt-out: Visit aboutads.info for more options
Note: Disabling certain cookies may affect your experience on our site. Essential cookies cannot be disabled as they're required for site security and functionality.
Data Protection & Privacy
We take your privacy seriously. Cookie data is handled in accordance with applicable data protection regulations and our Privacy Policy. We:
- ✓ Never sell cookie data to third parties
- ✓ Use encrypted connections to protect your data in transit
- ✓ Limit access to cookie data to authorized team members only
- ✓ Regularly review our cookie practices and update this policy
For more information, please review our Privacy Policy.
International Compliance
Our cookie practices comply with:
- • GDPR (EU): General Data Protection Regulation requiring explicit consent for non-essential cookies
- • CCPA (USA): California Consumer Privacy Act providing cookie opt-out rights
- • Czech/EU ePrivacy Directive: Requiring cookie consent for tracking purposes
Questions About Our Cookies?
If you have questions about our cookie usage or wish to discuss privacy concerns, please contact our editorial team:
For content questions and article feedback, you can also visit our FAQ or browse our latest articles.
Policy Updates
We may update this Cookie Policy periodically to reflect changes in our practices or applicable laws. We will notify you of any significant changes by updating the "Last updated" date at the top of this page and, if necessary, by providing additional notice.
Continuing to use our site after changes constitutes your acceptance of the updated Cookie Policy.