Cookie Policy
Last updated: January 2025
About This Policy
Holistic Health Flow uses cookies and similar tracking technologies on our website to enhance your reading experience, analyze how our editorial content is used, and improve our platform. This policy explains what cookies are, which types we use, and how you can manage them.
We respect your privacy and are transparent about our data practices. Our use of cookies aligns with applicable data protection regulations.
What Are Cookies?
Cookies are small text files that are stored on your device (computer, tablet, or smartphone) when you visit our website. They contain information that is sent back to our servers on your next visit, allowing us to recognize your browser and remember certain preferences.
Session cookies expire when you close your browser, while persistent cookies remain on your device for a set period, allowing us to remember your preferences across visits.
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, language preferences, and security features.
- Authentication and security tokens
- Session management
- Language and regional preferences
Analytics Cookies
We use analytics cookies to understand how readers interact with our content. This helps our editorial team create better articles and improve the overall user experience on our platform.
- Page views and article engagement
- User behavior and reading patterns
- Performance metrics and site analytics
Preference Cookies
These cookies remember your preferences and choices to personalize your reading experience on future visits.
- Display and layout preferences
- Article reading history
- Theme and font size selections
Marketing Cookies
These cookies help us measure the effectiveness of our editorial outreach and understand which articles and topics resonate with our audience across platforms.
- Content performance tracking
- Social media integration
- Referral source analysis
Cookie List
Below is a comprehensive list of cookies currently used on our website:
| Cookie Name | Type | Duration | Purpose |
|---|---|---|---|
| _ga | Analytics | 2 years | Google Analytics user identification |
| _gid | Analytics | 24 hours | Google Analytics session identification |
| _gat | Analytics | 1 minute | Google Analytics request throttling |
| hhf_lang | Preference | 1 year | Remembers selected language preference |
| hhf_session | Essential | Session | Maintains user session and authentication |
| hhf_preferences | Preference | 1 year | Stores user display and reading preferences |
| fb_pixel | Marketing | 3 months | Tracks content sharing and engagement |
| referrer_source | Analytics | Session | Tracks article discovery and referral sources |
| csrf_token | Essential | Session | Security protection against unauthorized requests |
How We Use Cookies
Improving Editorial Content
Analytics cookies help our editorial team understand which health and wellness topics resonate most with readers, enabling us to create more relevant and engaging articles.
Enhancing User Experience
We use preference cookies to remember your settings, language choice, and reading history, making your visits more personalized and efficient.
Measuring Performance
Analytics cookies provide insights into website performance, loading times, and user behavior patterns, helping us maintain a smooth reading experience.
Securing Your Data
Essential cookies protect against security threats and ensure safe navigation through our platform, safeguarding your privacy.
Managing Your Cookies
Browser Controls
Most web browsers allow you to control cookies through their settings. You can typically:
- View all cookies stored on your device
- Delete specific cookies or all cookies
- Block cookies from specific websites
- Disable cookies entirely
Note: Disabling essential cookies may affect website functionality.
Browser-Specific Instructions
- Google Chrome: Settings → Privacy and security → Cookies and other site data
- Mozilla Firefox: Settings → Privacy & Security → Cookies and Site Data
- Apple Safari: Preferences → Privacy → Manage Website Data
- Microsoft Edge: Settings → Privacy, search, and services → Clear browsing data
Third-Party Tools
You can opt out of marketing and analytics cookies through industry opt-out tools:
- Digital Advertising Alliance (DAA) opt-out tool
- Network Advertising Initiative (NAI) opt-out platform
- Your Online Choices (YOC) European opt-out tool
Cookie Preferences: You can revisit your cookie preferences at any time using the cookie consent banner at the bottom of our website.
Third-Party Cookies
Our website may contain content from third-party services that set their own cookies. These include:
Analyzes site traffic and user engagement
Tracks social sharing and article performance
Measures professional content engagement
We are not responsible for third-party cookie policies. We recommend reviewing their privacy policies for more information.
Data Protection & Compliance
Holistic Health Flow complies with applicable data protection regulations including GDPR and Swedish data protection laws. We:
- ✓ Only use cookies when you have given consent or for essential functionality
- ✓ Maintain transparent information about cookie usage
- ✓ Provide easy mechanisms for users to manage and withdraw cookie consent
- ✓ Implement security measures to protect cookie data
- ✓ Respect user privacy rights including access, deletion, and portability
Updates to This Policy
We may update this cookie policy periodically to reflect changes in our technology, legal requirements, or editorial practices. We will notify you of material changes by updating the "Last updated" date at the top of this page. We encourage you to review this policy regularly to stay informed about how we use cookies.
Questions About Cookies?
If you have questions about this cookie policy, our data practices, or would like to discuss your privacy concerns, please contact our editorial team:
Holistic Health Flow
Drottninggatan 160
Malmö, Sweden
Domain: holistichealthflow.info
For content feedback or editorial inquiries, please refer to our FAQ page or visit our latest articles.