Cookie Policy
Transparency about how we use cookies on Moodthroughfood
What Are Cookies?
Cookies are small text files stored on your device when you visit our website. They help us understand how you interact with our content and improve your reading experience on Moodthroughfood.
This policy explains the types of cookies we use, why we use them, and how you can manage your cookie preferences. We're committed to transparency regarding your data.
Types of Cookies We Use
Essential Cookies
These cookies are necessary for our website to function properly. They enable core functionality such as page navigation, security, and access to secure areas. You cannot opt out of these cookies without affecting website functionality.
Analytics Cookies
These cookies help us understand how readers interact with our articles and content. We collect anonymous data about page views, session duration, and user behavior to improve our editorial content and website performance. This data is never used to identify individual users.
Preference Cookies
These cookies remember your choices, such as language preference, text size, and reading preferences, so you have a consistent experience when you return to Moodthroughfood.
Social Media Cookies
When you interact with social media buttons or share our articles, cookies may be set by social media platforms. These are managed by external services and we recommend reviewing their privacy policies.
How We Use Cookies
- • Content Delivery: Ensuring articles and pages load correctly and securely
- • Reader Analytics: Measuring which articles resonate with our audience to guide editorial decisions
- • Personalization: Remembering your reading preferences and site settings
- • Security: Protecting your session and preventing unauthorized access
- • Performance Monitoring: Identifying and resolving technical issues on our platform
Detailed Cookie List
| Cookie Name | Type | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| PHPSESSID | Essential | Session management and security | Session |
| mtf_preferences | Preference | Saves your reading preferences and theme selection | 1 year |
| _ga | Analytics | Google Analytics - user identification | 2 years |
| _gid | Analytics | Google Analytics - session tracking | 24 hours |
| mtf_language | Preference | Stores your language preference | 1 year |
| mtf_consent | Essential | Remembers your cookie consent choices | 1 year |
Managing Your Cookies
Browser Controls
Most web browsers allow you to control cookies through their settings. You can choose to accept or reject cookies, and delete existing cookies. Please note that disabling essential cookies may affect website functionality. Here's how to manage cookies in popular browsers:
- Chrome: Settings → Privacy and security → Cookies and other site data
- Firefox: Settings → Privacy & Security → Cookies and Site Data
- Safari: Preferences → Privacy → Manage Website Data
- Edge: Settings → Privacy, search, and services → Clear browsing data
Our Cookie Preference Center
You can manage your cookie preferences directly on our website through the cookie banner that appears when you first visit. You can:
- • Accept all cookies
- • Reject non-essential cookies
- • Customize your preferences for each cookie type
Third-Party Cookies
Our website uses services from third parties, including Google Analytics and social media platforms. These services may set their own cookies to track engagement and performance. We do not control these cookies, and we recommend reviewing the privacy policies of:
GDPR & Data Protection
Moodthroughfood is committed to compliance with the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) and other applicable data protection laws. We only use cookies where we have legitimate interest or have obtained your consent.
Your data collected through cookies is processed securely and is never shared with third parties without your explicit consent, except as necessary for the operation of our website and services. You have the right to access, correct, or delete your personal data. For more information, please review our Privacy & Disclaimer page.
Questions About Cookies?
If you have questions about our cookie policy or how we handle your data, our editorial team is here to help. Please contact us with your concerns.
Address: Market Street 188, London
Email: [email protected]
This Cookie Policy was last updated in January 2024. We may update this policy periodically to reflect changes in our practices or applicable laws.
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