Cookie Policy
Last Updated: January 2025
This Cookie Policy explains how Nutrition Foundation Path uses cookies and similar tracking technologies on our editorial platform. 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.
What Are Cookies?
Cookies are small text files stored on your device when you visit our website. They contain information that helps us recognize your browser and device during subsequent visits. Cookies serve various purposes, from improving user experience to analyzing how readers interact with our editorial content.
Our platform uses both session cookies (which expire when you close your browser) and persistent cookies (which remain on your device for a set period).
Types of Cookies We Use
1. Essential Cookies
These cookies are necessary for our website to function properly. They enable core functionality such as page navigation, security features, and access to secure areas of our editorial platform.
Status: Always enabled • Cannot be disabled
2. Analytical Cookies
These cookies help us understand how readers interact with our content. We collect anonymous data about page visits, article engagement, time spent reading, and navigation patterns. This information helps our editorial team improve article quality and content structure.
Status: Optional • Can be disabled in your settings
3. Preference Cookies
These cookies remember your preferences and choices on our platform, such as language preferences, reading history, bookmarked articles, and display settings. They enhance your reading experience by personalizing the platform to your needs.
Status: Optional • Can be disabled in your settings
4. Marketing & Third-Party Cookies
We may use third-party cookies from advertising and analytics partners. These cookies track your activity across multiple websites to deliver relevant content and measure campaign effectiveness. You can control these through your browser settings.
Status: Optional • Can be disabled in your settings
How We Use Cookies
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Platform Functionality
Enabling basic features like navigation, page loading, and content access.
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Content Analytics
Analyzing which articles are most popular and how readers engage with our content.
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User Experience Improvement
Personalizing your reading experience based on your preferences and behavior.
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Performance Monitoring
Tracking website performance and identifying technical issues.
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Security
Protecting against fraud and ensuring the security of our platform.
Cookies Used on Our Platform
| Cookie Name | Type | Purpose | Duration |
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| _nfp_session | Essential | Session management and user authentication | Session |
| _nfp_pref | Preference | Stores user preferences (language, theme, layout) | 1 year |
| _nfp_analytics | Analytical | Tracks page views and user engagement with content | 2 years |
| _nfp_reading_history | Preference | Remembers recently viewed articles | 6 months |
| _ga | Analytical | Google Analytics tracking (anonymous) | 2 years |
| _gid | Analytical | Google Analytics session tracking | 24 hours |
| _nfp_csrf | Essential | CSRF token for form security | Session |
| fbp | Marketing | Facebook pixel tracking | 3 months |
Managing Your Cookies
Browser Settings
You can control cookies directly through your web browser. Most browsers allow you to:
- View which cookies are stored on your device
- Accept or reject cookies from specific websites
- Delete existing cookies automatically when you close your browser
- Block all cookies or cookies from third parties
Note: Disabling essential cookies may affect the functionality of our website. Please refer to your browser's help documentation for specific instructions.
Our Cookie Consent Tool
When you first visit our platform, we display a cookie consent banner. You can adjust your cookie preferences at any time by:
- Accepting all non-essential cookies
- Rejecting optional cookies
- Customizing which categories of cookies you allow
Your preference settings are saved locally on your device and respected across your future visits.
Third-Party Opt-Out Options
For analytics and marketing cookies from third-party providers, you can opt-out through:
- Google Analytics: Google Analytics Opt-out Browser Add-on
- Network Advertising Initiative: NAI Opt-out Tool
- Digital Advertising Alliance: DAA Opt-out Platform
Do Not Track (DNT)
Some browsers include a "Do Not Track" (DNT) feature. While we respect your privacy preferences, our website continues to operate normally whether or not you have DNT enabled, as DNT signals are not yet standardized across the web.
Your Privacy Rights
Under applicable privacy regulations (including GDPR and CCPA), you have the following rights:
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Right of Access
Request information about what cookies and data we collect.
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Right to Withdraw Consent
Withdraw your consent for optional cookies at any time.
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Right to Deletion
Request deletion of your personal data stored through cookies.
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Right to Portability
Request your data in a portable format.
To exercise any of these rights, please contact our editorial team using the contact information below.
Third-Party Services
Our editorial platform integrates with third-party services that may use their own cookies:
Google Analytics
We use Google Analytics to understand how readers interact with our articles. Google may set cookies for analytics purposes.
Google Privacy PolicyContent Delivery Network (CDN)
We use CDN services to deliver articles and media efficiently. CDN providers may place cookies for performance tracking.
Social Media Plugins
Our articles may include social media sharing buttons and embedded content from platforms like Facebook and Twitter. These may set their own cookies.
Advertising Partners
We work with advertising partners who may place cookies to measure campaign performance and deliver relevant content.
These third parties have their own cookie policies. We recommend reviewing their privacy statements for more information about their practices.
Updates to This Cookie Policy
We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices, technology, legal requirements, or other factors. When we make material changes, we will notify you by updating the "Last Updated" date at the top of this policy.
Your continued use of our platform after any updates constitutes your acceptance of the revised policy. We encourage you to review this policy periodically to stay informed about how we use cookies.
Contact Us
If you have questions about this Cookie Policy, our cookie practices, or how to manage your preferences, please contact our editorial team:
Nutrition Foundation Path
Boulevard Haussmann 29
Nice, France