Cookie Policy

Last updated: January 2025

About This Policy

At StretchToneHeal, we use cookies to enhance your experience while browsing our editorial content and resources. This policy explains what cookies are, how we use them, and how you can manage them.

Our website is an informational platform dedicated to providing wellness and fitness content. We use cookies solely to improve content delivery, track reader engagement, and enhance user experience—never for commercial transactions.

What Are Cookies?

Cookies are small text files stored on your device when you visit a website. They help websites remember information about your visit and preferences. Cookies are widely used to make websites more functional and user-friendly.

Session Cookies

Temporary cookies that expire when you close your browser. They track your activity during a single visit.

Persistent Cookies

Cookies that remain on your device for extended periods. They help us 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 features such as page navigation, access to secure areas, and user authentication. Essential cookies cannot be disabled without affecting website functionality.

Analytics Cookies

We use analytics cookies to understand how readers interact with our content. These cookies collect anonymous data about page visits, article reads, and user engagement patterns. This helps our editorial team create more relevant and valuable content.

Preference Cookies

These cookies remember your preferences and choices, such as language settings, display preferences, and content interests. They allow us to personalize your experience when you return to our site.

Performance Cookies

These cookies monitor website performance and identify technical issues. They help us optimize page loading speeds and improve the overall user experience. Performance data is used exclusively for technical improvements.

How We Use Cookies

• Content Personalization: Remembering which articles and topics interest you to improve recommendations.
• Site Functionality: Maintaining secure sessions and enabling smooth navigation throughout our platform.
• Editorial Analytics: Understanding which content resonates with our audience to guide future article development.
• Technical Optimization: Monitoring performance metrics to ensure fast, reliable access to our content.
• User Preferences: Storing your language, theme, and display preferences for future visits.

Our Cookie List

Cookie Name	Type	Purpose	Duration
sth_session	Essential	Session management and user authentication	Session
sth_preferences	Preference	Language, theme, and display settings	1 year
_ga	Analytics	Google Analytics - visitor identification	2 years
_gid	Analytics	Google Analytics - session tracking	24 hours
sth_content_interests	Preference	Tracking article categories you've read	6 months
sth_nav_tracking	Performance	Monitoring site navigation and performance	Session
sth_consent	Essential	Recording your cookie consent choices	1 year
sth_api_token	Essential	Secure API communication	Session

Managing Your Cookies

Browser Settings

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

View what cookies are stored
Accept or reject cookies before they're set
Delete all or specific cookies
Block cookies from certain sites

For instructions, visit your browser's help section or settings menu. Common browsers include Chrome, Firefox, Safari, and Edge.

Cookie Consent

When you first visit our site, you'll be presented with a cookie consent banner. You can choose to accept all cookies, reject non-essential cookies, or customize your preferences. Your choice is remembered for future visits.

Opt-Out Options

You can opt out of specific cookie types at any time:

Essential cookies cannot be disabled as they're necessary for basic functionality
Analytics cookies can be disabled through our cookie preferences
Preference cookies can be cleared to reset your personalized settings
Performance cookies can be opted out via browser settings

Note: Disabling certain cookies may affect your browsing experience and limit the functionality of our platform. Essential cookies must remain enabled for the website to work properly.

Third-Party Cookies

Our website may contain cookies set by third-party services that we use to enhance functionality:

• Google Analytics: Provides insights into reader behavior and content performance (analytics-only).
• Content Delivery Networks: Optimizes loading speed and reliability for our articles and resources.

These third parties operate under their own privacy policies. We recommend reviewing their policies to understand how they use cookie data. We do not control third-party cookies, but we ensure they align with our privacy commitments.

Data Security & Privacy

We take data security seriously. All cookie data is:

• Encrypted during transmission over secure connections (HTTPS)
• Stored securely on protected servers
• Never sold to third parties for marketing purposes
• Used exclusively for site improvement and editorial insights

For complete information about how we handle your data, please review our Privacy Policy.

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 announced on our website. Your continued use of StretchToneHeal following policy updates constitutes your acceptance of the revised policy.

Last Updated: January 2025

Questions About Cookies?

If you have questions about our use of cookies or wish to discuss your cookie preferences, we're here to help. Our editorial team is available to address your concerns about data privacy and site functionality.

Contact Information:
StretchToneHeal Editorial Team
Mill Lane 142
Edinburgh
[email protected]

For additional information about our editorial practices and content policies, visit our Disclaimer or FAQ.

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