Cookie Policy | Dietitianexpertise Sweden

Understanding Cookies

Dietitian Expertise använder cookies för att förbättra din upplevelse när du besöker vår redaktionella plattform. This cookie policy explains what cookies are, how we use them, and how you can manage your preferences.

Cookies are small text files stored on your device that help us understand how you interact with our content. We use cookies to remember your preferences, analyze article engagement, and improve our website's functionality.

Types of Cookies We Use

Essential Cookies

These cookies are necessary for the website to function properly. They enable core functionality such as page navigation, security features, and access to different sections of our editorial content.

Duration: Session or persistent (up to 1 year)
Can be disabled: No (website will not function properly)

Performance & Analytics Cookies

These cookies collect information about how you use our website—such as which articles you read, how long you spend on pages, and navigation patterns. This data helps our editorial team understand what content resonates with readers.

Duration: 2 years
Can be disabled: Yes

Preference Cookies

These cookies remember your choices to personalize your experience. They store preferences such as language selection, text size, and article categories you're interested in.

Duration: 1 year
Can be disabled: Yes

Functional Cookies

These cookies enable enhanced functionality and personalization of our editorial platform. They remember your login details (if applicable) and track article bookmarks or reading history.

Duration: Up to 1 year
Can be disabled: Yes

How We Use Cookies

• Improving Content: Understanding which articles and topics are most popular helps our editorial team create better content.
• Website Performance: Monitoring technical performance ensures fast loading times and a smooth user experience.
• Personalization: Cookies help us remember your preferences, language selection, and reading interests.
• Security: Essential cookies protect against fraud and ensure secure access to editorial features.
• Engagement Tracking: We measure how readers interact with our articles to guide future editorial decisions.

Detailed Cookie List

Cookie Name	Type	Duration	Purpose
_session_id	Essential	Session	User authentication and session management
_csrf_token	Essential	Session	Security protection against cross-site attacks
_consent_preferences	Essential	1 year	Stores your cookie consent choices
_ga	Analytics	2 years	Google Analytics - unique visitor identification
_ga_*	Analytics	2 years	Google Analytics - session tracking
_gat	Analytics	1 minute	Google Analytics - request throttling
language_preference	Preference	1 year	Remembers your language selection (Svenska/English)
theme_preference	Preference	1 year	Stores light/dark mode preference
reading_history	Functional	1 year	Tracks recently read articles for personalization
bookmarked_articles	Functional	1 year	Stores bookmarked or saved articles

Managing Your Cookie Preferences

Browser Controls

Most web browsers allow you to control cookies through their settings. You can:

✓ Accept all cookies automatically
✓ Be notified when a cookie is set
✓ Reject all cookies
✓ Delete cookies when you close the browser

Instructions for popular browsers:

• Chrome: Settings → Privacy and security → Cookies and other site data
• Firefox: Options → Privacy & Security → Cookies and Site Data
• Safari: Preferences → Privacy → Cookies and website data
• Edge: Settings → Privacy, search, and services → Clear browsing data

Cookie Consent Banner

When you first visit Dietitian Expertise, you'll see a cookie consent banner. You can adjust your preferences at any time by:

• Accepting all cookies
• Rejecting non-essential cookies
• Customizing individual cookie categories
• Accessing the cookie settings from our footer

Third-Party Cookie Control

Some of our analytics use Google Analytics. You can opt out through:

• Google Analytics Opt-out Browser Add-on
• Your browser's "Do Not Track" feature

Legal Basis for Cookie Use

Dietitian Expertise uses cookies in accordance with GDPR (General Data Protection Regulation) and ePrivacy Directive requirements. Our legal basis for using cookies includes:

1. Legitimate Interest: Performance, security, and content improvement cookies are necessary for operating our platform effectively.
2. Consent: Analytics and preference cookies require your explicit consent, which you provide through our cookie banner.
3. Legal Obligation: We may use cookies to comply with applicable laws and regulations.

By using our website, you consent to our use of cookies as described in this policy.

Data Protection & Privacy

While cookies themselves do not directly identify you, cookie data is protected under our Privacy Policy. We implement industry-standard security measures to protect your data from unauthorized access.

Important: Essential cookies cannot be disabled as they are necessary for website functionality. Non-essential cookies can be managed through your browser settings or our consent preferences.

For detailed information about how we collect, use, and protect your personal data, please review our full Privacy Policy.

Questions About Cookies?

If you have questions about our use of cookies or this policy, please contact our editorial team:

Dietitian Expertise
Storgatan 103
Malmö, Sweden

Email: [email protected]

Policy Updates: We may update this cookie policy periodically to reflect changes in our practices or applicable regulations. We encourage you to review this page regularly for the latest information.

Last updated: January 2025

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