Church Lane 18, Liverpool
Cookie Policy
Last updated: January 2024
This cookie policy explains what cookies are, how Fitnessguidance uses them, and how you can manage your cookie preferences while browsing our editorial content and resources.
What Are Cookies?
Cookies are small text files stored on your device (computer, tablet, or smartphone) when you visit a website. They help websites recognize returning visitors and remember information about their browsing experience.
Cookies serve various purposes, from improving site functionality to analyzing reader engagement with our editorial content. They do not contain personally identifiable information unless explicitly provided by you.
Types of Cookies We Use
Essential Cookies
These cookies are necessary for the website to function properly. They enable core features such as:
- Maintaining secure connections
- Loading pages correctly
- Remembering your language preference
- Preserving form data during your session
You cannot disable essential cookies without affecting site functionality.
Performance & Analytics Cookies
These cookies help us understand how readers interact with our content and improve the editorial experience. They collect data about:
- Which articles are most frequently read
- How long readers spend on each page
- Common navigation patterns
- Device and browser types used
- Geographic location (country/region level)
This information is aggregated and anonymous, helping our editorial team produce better content.
Functional Cookies
These cookies enhance your browsing experience by remembering your preferences, such as:
- Display preferences and layout settings
- Bookmarked or saved articles
- Reading history on our site
- Notification preferences
Advertising & Third-Party Cookies
We may use third-party advertising cookies to serve relevant content recommendations. These cookies:
- Help deliver related editorial content recommendations
- Track which types of articles you're interested in
- May be set by advertising partners and analytics providers
- Enable retargeting of content suggestions across platforms
How We Use Cookies
Content Optimization
We analyze which articles, topics, and formats resonate most with our readers to improve future editorial decisions.
User Experience Enhancement
Cookies remember your preferences, making your visits more personalized and convenient.
Site Performance
We monitor site stability, page load times, and technical performance to ensure a smooth reading experience.
Security & Fraud Prevention
Some cookies help protect your account and prevent unauthorized access or suspicious activity.
Content Recommendations
Cookies help us suggest related articles and resources that match your reading interests.
How to Manage Your Cookies
Browser Settings
Most web browsers allow you to manage cookies through their settings. You can:
- View all cookies stored on your device
- Delete cookies individually or in bulk
- Block cookies from specific sites
- Enable "Do Not Track" functionality (if supported)
- Set preferences for different cookie types
For instructions on managing cookies in your specific browser, search for " + cookie settings" or consult your browser's help documentation.
Cookie Consent Preferences
When you first visit Fitnessguidance, you'll see a cookie consent banner. You can:
- Accept all cookies to enable full functionality
- Manage individual cookie categories
- Reject non-essential cookies
- Modify your preferences at any time by revisiting this page
Important Note
Disabling cookies may affect site functionality and your user experience. Essential cookies cannot be disabled, as they're required for the site to operate properly. If you block functional or performance cookies, some features may not work as intended.
Cookie List & Details
| Cookie Name | Type | Expiry | Purpose |
|---|---|---|---|
| session_id | Essential | Session | Maintains user session and security |
| language_pref | Functional | 1 year | Remembers your language preference |
| _ga | Analytics | 2 years | Google Analytics - tracks user interactions |
| _gid | Analytics | 24 hours | Google Analytics - session identifier |
| saved_articles | Functional | 1 year | Stores your bookmarked or saved articles |
| reading_history | Functional | 90 days | Tracks recently viewed articles for recommendations |
| display_theme | Functional | 1 year | Remembers dark/light mode preference |
| cookieconsent | Essential | 1 year | Stores your cookie consent preferences |
| content_recommendation | Advertising | 30 days | Personalizes article recommendations based on interests |
| utm_source, utm_campaign | Analytics | Session | Tracks referral source for content discovery analysis |
This table lists the main cookies used on our site. Additional cookies may be implemented for performance monitoring or content delivery purposes.
Third-Party Services
Our website uses third-party services that may set their own cookies to enhance functionality and analytics:
Google Analytics
Collects anonymized data about site usage, traffic sources, and reader behavior to improve our editorial content.
Content Delivery Networks (CDN)
Used to serve images, videos, and other media efficiently. May set performance and security cookies.
Advertising & Recommendation Partners
Help deliver personalized content suggestions and recommendations based on your reading interests.
These third-party services have their own privacy policies. We encourage you to review them to understand how they handle your data.
Your Rights & Data Protection
Your Privacy Rights
- ✓ Right to Know: You have the right to know what cookies we use and their purpose
- ✓ Right to Control: You can enable, disable, or delete cookies through your browser settings
- ✓ Right to Withdraw Consent: You can change your cookie preferences at any time
- ✓ Right to Access: You can request information about cookies we've placed on your device
GDPR & Compliance
Fitnessguidance complies with the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) and other applicable data protection laws. We:
- Obtain your explicit consent before setting non-essential cookies
- Provide clear information about cookie use and purposes
- Allow you to withdraw consent at any time
- Keep cookie data for legitimate purposes only
- Protect your personal information with appropriate security measures
Updates to This Policy
We may update this Cookie Policy periodically to reflect changes in our practices, technology, or legal requirements. Any significant changes will be communicated to you:
- By posting the updated policy on this page
- By updating the "Last Updated" date at the top of this document
- By requesting your consent again if required by law
We recommend reviewing this policy occasionally to stay informed about how we use cookies.
Questions About Cookies?
If you have questions about this Cookie Policy, our use of cookies, or your privacy, our editorial team is here to help.
Contact Information:
Fitnessguidance
Church Lane 18, Liverpool
For content questions and feedback: [email protected]