Cookie Policy
Natural Cooking Route • München
What Are Cookies?
Cookies are small text files stored on your device (computer, tablet, or mobile phone) when you visit our website. They help us understand how you interact with our content and improve your browsing experience on naturalcookingroute.info.
This Cookie Policy explains the types of cookies we use, how we use them, and how you can manage your preferences. We are committed to transparency about our data practices.
The information on this site is for educational purposes only and does not constitute medical advice. Always consult a qualified healthcare professional before making health decisions.
Types of Cookies We Use
Essential/Necessary Cookies
These cookies are required for the basic functionality of our website. They enable core features such as page navigation, security, and access to secure areas.
Consent: Always enabled. Cannot be disabled.
Performance/Analytics Cookies
These cookies help us understand how visitors interact with our content. We collect anonymous data about page views, article reads, and user behavior to improve our editorial offerings and website performance.
Provider: Google Analytics
Functional Cookies
These cookies remember your preferences and settings, such as your language choice, theme preference, and previously read articles. They enhance your personalized experience on our site.
Consent: Required for enhanced features
Marketing/Tracking Cookies
These cookies track your activity across websites to deliver relevant content and measure campaign effectiveness. They help us understand which articles and topics interest our readers.
Consent: Optional. You can opt out at any time.
How We Use Cookies
- • Website Functionality: Enable essential features like navigation, search, and content access
- • Analytics & Insights: Track which articles and topics resonate with our readers to guide editorial decisions
- • Personalization: Remember your preferences to enhance your reading experience
- • Content Recommendations: Suggest relevant articles based on your reading history
- • Security: Protect our website and your data from unauthorized access
Managing Your Cookie Preferences
You have full control over cookie settings. Most web browsers allow you to refuse cookies or alert you when cookies are being sent. Here's how to manage cookies:
Browser Settings
You can manage cookies through your browser settings:
- 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 permissions
Cookie Consent Banner
When you first visit our website, you'll see a cookie consent banner. You can accept all cookies, reject non-essential cookies, or customize your preferences. You can also change these settings at any time through the banner that appears on every page.
Opt-Out Options
To opt out of specific analytics cookies:
- Google Analytics: Install the Google Analytics Opt-out Browser Add-on
- Your Choices: Visit aboutads.info for more opt-out options
Note: Disabling cookies may affect some website functionality and your experience. Essential cookies cannot be disabled as they are necessary for the site to function properly.
Detailed Cookie List
| Cookie Name | Type | Provider | Purpose | Expiry |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| PHPSESSID | Essential | naturalcookingroute.info | Session management & user identification | Session |
| _ga | Analytics | Google Analytics | User identification for analytics | 2 years |
| _ga_ID | Analytics | Google Analytics | Session tracking & analytics | 2 years |
| ncrv_preferences | Functional | naturalcookingroute.info | Store user preferences (language, theme) | 1 year |
| ncrv_consent | Essential | naturalcookingroute.info | Cookie consent preferences | 1 year |
| ncrv_read_articles | Functional | naturalcookingroute.info | Track read articles for recommendations | 90 days |
| _gid | Analytics | Google Analytics | Distinguish users for analytics | 1 day |
| mc_id | Marketing | Marketing Partner | Content personalization & tracking | 1 year |
This list is updated regularly. Additional cookies may be added as we implement new features or third-party services. You can always review your cookie preferences through the consent banner on our website.
Third-Party Partners
We work with trusted third-party services to enhance our editorial platform and understand reader behavior:
Google Analytics
Used for website analytics and traffic insights. Google's Privacy Policy
Content Delivery Network (CDN)
Helps deliver our articles and media quickly to readers worldwide.
Email Newsletter Service
Manages our editorial newsletter subscriptions with tracking of open rates and link clicks.
All third-party partners are bound by strict data protection agreements and are required to comply with applicable privacy laws.
Data Protection & Security
We take your privacy seriously and implement industry-standard security measures to protect the data collected through cookies:
- ✓ SSL Encryption: All data transmitted between your browser and our server is encrypted
- ✓ Data Minimization: We only collect data necessary to provide our editorial services
- ✓ Regular Reviews: Our privacy practices are regularly audited and updated
- ✓ Limited Retention: We don't retain data longer than necessary for our purposes
- ✓ No Sharing: Cookie data is not sold to third parties for commercial purposes
For complete information about how we handle your data, please review our Privacy Policy and Disclaimer.
Legal Compliance
This Cookie Policy complies with relevant data protection regulations:
- • GDPR (General Data Protection Regulation): EU regulation governing data protection and privacy
- • ePrivacy Directive: Regulations regarding electronic communications and cookie consent
- • German TMG (Telemediengesetz): German law governing online media services
We obtain explicit consent for non-essential cookies before they are stored on your device. You may withdraw consent at any time through your browser settings or our consent banner.
Frequently Asked Questions
Will disabling cookies affect my ability to read articles? ▼
Disabling only non-essential cookies will not prevent you from reading our articles. However, you may lose some personalization features such as article recommendations and saved preferences. Essential cookies must remain enabled for the website to function properly.
How long do you keep cookie data? ▼
Cookie retention periods vary by type. Essential cookies are retained for as long as needed for functionality. Analytics cookies are typically retained for 2 years. Functional cookies are retained for 1 year. Marketing cookies are retained for 1 year. Exact expiry times are detailed in our Cookie List table above.
Do you use cookies for tracking across websites? ▼
Some of our marketing cookies may track your activity across different websites to deliver relevant content recommendations. You can opt out of these tracking cookies through your browser settings or our consent banner. Essential and functional cookies do not track you across other websites.