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Cookie Policy
Last updated: January 2025
About This Policy
Bowel Bladder Wellness is an informational editorial platform dedicated to providing comprehensive wellness guidance. This Cookie Policy explains how we use cookies and similar technologies when you visit our website at bowelbladderwellness.info.
By accessing our site, you consent to our use of cookies as described in this policy. If you do not agree, please adjust your browser settings or discontinue your visit.
What Are Cookies?
Cookies are small text files stored on your device (computer, tablet, or smartphone) when you visit a website. They contain information that allows websites to recognize your device on repeat visits and improve your browsing experience.
Session cookies are temporary and deleted when you close your browser.
Persistent cookies remain on your device for a set period or until you manually delete them.
Types of Cookies We Use
Essential Cookies
These cookies are necessary for the website to function properly. They enable core features such as security, site stability, and user preferences.
Examples: authentication tokens, CSRF protection, preference storage
Analytics Cookies
We use analytics cookies to understand how visitors interact with our content. This helps us improve article quality, navigation, and overall user experience.
Examples: page views, session duration, referral sources, content engagement
Functional Cookies
These cookies remember your choices and preferences to personalize your experience across visits.
Examples: language preference, dark mode setting, newsletter preferences, content filters
Advertising Cookies
Third-party advertising partners may use cookies to display relevant ads based on your browsing habits across multiple sites.
Examples: ad performance tracking, audience segmentation, ad frequency capping
Third-Party Cookies
External providers (analytics platforms, social media networks, ad networks) may set cookies to track user behavior and deliver services.
Examples: Google Analytics, Facebook Pixel, advertising networks
How We Use Cookies
- ✓ Content Performance: Measuring which articles resonate most with our readers
- ✓ User Experience: Remembering your reading preferences and site navigation habits
- ✓ Security: Protecting against fraud and maintaining session integrity
- ✓ Traffic Analysis: Understanding visitor demographics and behavior patterns
- ✓ Targeted Content: Delivering relevant editorial recommendations based on browsing history
- ✓ Advertising Relevance: Showing ads aligned with your interests (optional)
Managing Your Cookies
Browser Controls
You can control cookies through your browser settings. Most browsers allow you to:
- • Block cookies entirely or selectively by type
- • Accept cookies only from specific websites
- • Delete existing cookies at any time
- • Receive notifications when websites try to set cookies
Browser Instructions
Visit your browser's help section for detailed instructions:
- • Chrome: Settings → Privacy and Security → Cookies and other site data
- • Firefox: Preferences → 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. You can typically disable analytics and advertising cookies without impact.
Cookies We Use
| Cookie Name | Type | Duration | Purpose |
|---|---|---|---|
| PHPSESSID | Essential | Session | User session management |
| bbw_preferences | Functional | 1 year | Language, theme, layout preferences |
| bbw_newsletter | Functional | 1 year | Newsletter subscription preference |
| _ga | Analytics | 2 years | Google Analytics tracking ID |
| _ga_* | Analytics | 2 years | Google Analytics session tracking |
| _gid | Analytics | 24 hours | Google Analytics user ID |
| fr | Advertising | 90 days | Facebook Pixel conversion tracking |
| _fbp | Advertising | 90 days | Facebook Pixel event tracking |
| ANID | Advertising | 2 years | Google Ads personalization |
| CONSENT | Essential | 2 years | Cookie consent preferences |
Do Not Track (DNT)
Some browsers include a "Do Not Track" feature. Currently, there is no industry standard for recognizing DNT signals. Bowel Bladder Wellness does not respond to DNT headers, but we respect your browser cookie settings and manual preference adjustments.
If you enable DNT in your browser, we recommend also adjusting your cookie settings directly for maximum privacy protection.
Third-Party Websites
Our editorial content may include links to external websites and resources. We are not responsible for the cookie practices of third-party sites. Please review their privacy policies and cookie practices independently.
When you leave our site to visit linked resources, your activity is governed by their privacy policies, not ours.
Your Privacy Rights
GDPR (Europe): You have the right to access, delete, and control your personal data. You can withdraw consent at any time by adjusting your cookie settings.
CCPA (California): You have the right to know what data is collected, delete collected data, and opt-out of data sales.
Global: Regardless of location, you can manage cookies through your browser and request information about our data practices.
Policy Updates
We may update this Cookie Policy periodically to reflect changes in our practices, technology, legal requirements, or other factors. The "Last updated" date at the top indicates the most recent revision.
Continued use of the website after policy changes constitutes acceptance of the updated terms. We encourage you to review this policy regularly.
Questions About Cookies?
If you have questions about this Cookie Policy or our cookie practices, please contact our editorial team:
Bowel Bladder Wellness
Station Road 182
Glasgow
For content questions and feedback: [email protected]
Response time: We aim to respond to content-related inquiries within 5-7 business days.
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