Cookie Policy | Dietguideonline Slovakia

What Are Cookies?

Cookies are small text files that are stored on your device (computer, tablet, or mobile phone) when you visit our website. They contain information about your browsing activity and preferences, allowing websites to recognize returning visitors and enhance their functionality.

At Diet Guide Online, we use cookies to improve your reading experience, understand how visitors engage with our editorial content, and ensure our website functions properly. We are committed to transparency about our cookie practices.

Types of Cookies We Use

Essential Cookies (Strictly Necessary)

These cookies are necessary for the website to function properly. They enable core functionality such as security, network management, and accessibility. Without these cookies, our website cannot operate correctly.

Security and fraud prevention
User authentication and session management
Load balancing and server stability
Accessibility preferences (text size, contrast)

Performance Cookies

These cookies help us understand how visitors interact with our website. They collect information about page load times, content views, and user behavior, allowing us to optimize our editorial platform's performance.

Page load times and performance metrics
Article readability and engagement data
User navigation patterns
Error tracking and troubleshooting

Functional Cookies

These cookies remember your preferences and choices to provide a personalized reading experience. They enable features that enhance your interaction with our editorial content.

Language and regional preferences
Theme selection (dark/light mode)
Article bookmarks and reading history
Search history and filters

Analytical Cookies

These cookies help our editorial team understand which articles are most valuable to readers and how our content performs. We use this data to improve article quality and relevance.

Page and article popularity metrics
Content category preferences
Visitor origin and traffic sources
Content recommendations effectiveness

How We Use Cookies

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Improving Content Experience

We use cookies to remember your preferences, such as text size and theme settings, so you can enjoy reading articles in your preferred format.

2

Website Functionality

Essential cookies ensure our website works properly, pages load quickly, and security measures function to protect your information.

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Editorial Analytics

We analyze which articles our readers find most valuable to guide our editorial team in producing higher-quality content that addresses your interests.

4

Performance Monitoring

We track page performance and user experience metrics to identify and fix technical issues quickly, ensuring smooth reading sessions.

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Managing Your Cookie Preferences

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⚙️ Browser Settings

You can control cookies through your web browser settings. Most browsers allow you to refuse cookies or alert you when a cookie is being sent. Here's how to manage cookies in popular browsers:

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 → Cookies and other site data

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ℹ️ Important Note

Disabling essential cookies may affect the functionality of our website, including security features and content personalization. We recommend keeping essential cookies enabled for the best experience.

Opt-Out Options

You can opt out of specific cookie types using our cookie consent manager (displayed when you first visit the site). You can update your preferences at any time by:

Clicking the cookie preferences link in the website footer
Clearing your browser cookies and cache
Using browser extensions that block tracking cookies

Detailed Cookie List

Cookie Name	Type	Purpose	Duration
_session_id	Essential	User session management and authentication	Session
_csrf_token	Essential	Security protection against cross-site attacks	Session
dgo_preferences	Functional	Stores theme, language, and text size preferences	1 year
dgo_reading_history	Functional	Remembers recently viewed articles for personalization	90 days
dgo_bookmarks	Functional	Tracks articles bookmarked for later reading	1 year
_ga	Analytical	Google Analytics - tracks overall site usage patterns	2 years
_ga_*	Analytical	Google Analytics 4 - enhanced user interaction analytics	2 years
dgo_analytics	Analytical	Internal analytics - page views, article engagement	2 years
dgo_article_views	Analytical	Tracks which articles are viewed to improve content	1 year
dgo_performance	Performance	Monitors page load times and technical performance	30 days
_beacon	Performance	Error tracking and performance debugging	Session
dgo_consent	Essential	Stores your cookie consent preferences	1 year

Note: This list may be updated as we implement new features. "Session" cookies are deleted when you close your browser.

Third-Party Cookies

Some cookies on our website are placed by third-party services that help us analyze performance and improve our editorial content. These include:

Google Analytics

We use Google Analytics to understand how readers engage with our articles and content. Learn more about Google's cookie practices: Google Cookie Policy

Content Delivery Networks (CDN)

We use CDN services to deliver article content quickly and reliably. These services may set cookies for performance tracking.

Security Services

Third-party security providers may use cookies to protect against fraud and ensure the safety of our platform.

Data Protection & Privacy

We take your privacy seriously. The information collected through cookies is used solely to:

Improve the functionality and performance of our editorial platform
Understand content preferences to enhance article quality
Provide a personalized reading experience
Protect against security threats

We do not sell, trade, or rent any information collected through cookies to third parties. For more details on how we handle your data, please review our Privacy Statement.

🔒 GDPR & International Compliance

Diet Guide Online complies with the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) and other international privacy laws. We only use cookies where you have provided consent or where they are essential for website functionality. You have the right to access, modify, or delete your cookie data at any time.

Questions About Our Cookie Policy?

If you have questions or concerns about how we use cookies, our editorial team is here to help. Please send your feedback to our content team:

Email: [email protected]

Address:
Diet Guide Online
Hlavná ul. 73
Prešov

Response Time: We aim to respond to content and privacy inquiries within 5-7 business days.

Updates to This Policy

We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time to reflect changes in technology, regulations, or our editorial practices. The "Last Updated" date at the top of this page indicates when it was most recently revised.

We encourage you to review this policy periodically. Continued use of Diet Guide Online after changes are made constitutes your acceptance of the updated Cookie Policy.

Learn More About Cookies

For more information about cookies and how they work, we recommend exploring these resources:

About Cookies

Comprehensive information about cookies and user privacy.

All About Cookies

Educational resources on cookie management and web privacy.

IAB Cookie Guide

Industry standards and best practices for cookie usage.

Privacy International

Global advocacy for digital privacy and data protection.

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Frequently Asked Questions

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Are cookies safe to use?

Cookies themselves are safe data files. However, your privacy depends on the policies of websites using them. Always review privacy policies and manage your cookie preferences for optimal security.

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Can I delete cookies anytime?

Yes, you can delete cookies at any time through your browser settings. However, this may affect your browsing experience on some websites and you may need to log in again.

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What's the difference between session and persistent cookies?

Session cookies expire when you close your browser, while persistent cookies remain on your device for a set period. Session cookies are typically used for login information, while persistent cookies track preferences and behavior.

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Do I need to accept all cookies?

No. Most websites allow you to accept essential cookies only while declining marketing or analytics cookies. Check for "Cookie Settings" or "Preferences" buttons on websites to customize your choices.

How do I manage cookies across devices?

Cookies are device and browser-specific. You'll need to manage settings separately on each device. Consider using browser extensions for cross-device privacy management.

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Start managing your cookies today and enjoy a safer, more personalized browsing experience. Use our guides to understand and optimize your privacy settings.

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