Cookie Policy
Last updated: January 2025
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, improve your browsing experience, and maintain essential functionality. Sustainable Meal Craft uses cookies to deliver a better editorial experience across all our platforms.
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 Cookies
These cookies are necessary for the website to function properly. They enable core functionality such as page navigation, access to secure areas, and language preferences.
- Session management and authentication
- Security and fraud prevention
- Load balancing across servers
- Essential accessibility features
Analytics Cookies
We use analytics cookies to measure how visitors interact with our content. This helps our editorial team understand which articles and topics resonate with our audience.
- Page view tracking and session duration
- User flow and navigation patterns
- Article engagement metrics
- Device and browser information
Preference Cookies
These cookies remember your choices to personalize your experience on our site, such as language and display preferences.
- Language and region settings
- Content preferences
- Display theme (light/dark mode)
- Article reading preferences
Functional Cookies
These cookies enable enhanced functionality and personalization features to improve your content browsing experience.
- Saved reading lists and bookmarks
- Article comment information
- User engagement tracking
- Content recommendation features
How We Use Cookies
At Sustainable Meal Craft, we use cookies to:
- Improve Content Delivery: Analyze which articles and topics our readers find most valuable
- Enhance User Experience: Remember your preferences and customize the site to your interests
- Maintain Functionality: Keep the website running smoothly and securely
- Understand Audience Behavior: Gather anonymous statistics to guide editorial decisions
- Provide Site Features: Enable bookmarking, reading lists, and comment functionality
- Prevent Fraud: Protect against unauthorized access and security threats
Managing Your Cookies
Browser Settings
You can control cookies through your browser settings. Most browsers allow you to refuse cookies or alert you when cookies are being sent. However, blocking essential cookies may affect site functionality.
Visit your browser's help section or privacy settings for specific instructions on managing cookies.
Cookie Consent
When you first visit our site, you'll see a cookie consent banner. You can choose to accept all cookies, reject non-essential cookies, or customize your preferences.
You can change your cookie preferences at any time through the cookie settings in the footer of our website.
Opt-Out Options
To opt out of analytics tracking, you can use browser extensions or your browser's Do Not Track feature. Some analytics providers also offer opt-out mechanisms.
Please note that opting out of analytics cookies does not affect your ability to access our editorial content.
Detailed Cookie List
| Cookie Name | Type | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| session_id | Essential | User session management | Session |
| csrf_token | Essential | Security protection | Session |
| user_preferences | Preference | Language and display settings | 1 Year |
| _ga | Analytics | Google Analytics user identification | 2 Years |
| _gid | Analytics | Google Analytics session tracking | 24 Hours |
| reading_list | Functional | Saved articles and bookmarks | 1 Year |
| theme_preference | Preference | Light/dark mode selection | 1 Year |
| consent_banner | Essential | Cookie consent preferences | 1 Year |
| analytics_consent | Functional | Analytics opt-in status | 1 Year |
| last_article_read | Functional | Recently viewed articles | 30 Days |
Third-Party Services
We use Google Analytics to understand reader behavior and improve our editorial content. Google Analytics uses cookies to track page views and user interactions. You can learn more about Google's privacy practices on their website.
Our website may contain links to external sites. We are not responsible for the cookie practices of third-party websites. Please review their privacy policies independently.
GDPR and International Privacy
For users in the European Union and other regions with strict privacy laws, we comply with the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) and similar regulations. We obtain your explicit consent before placing non-essential cookies on your device.
Essential cookies necessary for site functionality are placed without prior consent, as permitted by law. You can withdraw consent for non-essential cookies at any time through your cookie settings.
Questions About Our Cookie Policy?
If you have questions about our cookie practices or this policy, please contact our editorial team. We're happy to clarify how we use cookies and address your privacy concerns.
Sustainable Meal Craft
Jalan Sudirman 52
Medan
Email: [email protected]
Policy Updates
We may update this Cookie Policy periodically to reflect changes in our practices or legal requirements. Significant changes will be announced on our website. Your continued use of the site following changes constitutes your acceptance of the updated policy.
Last Updated: January 2025
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