Cookie Policy
Last updated: January 2025
This Cookie Policy explains how Corporealtherapy uses cookies and similar technologies to enhance your experience on our website. Please read this policy carefully to understand our practices.
What Are Cookies?
Cookies are small text files that are stored on your device (computer, tablet, or mobile phone) when you visit our website. They allow us to recognize your device and store information about your preferences and browsing activity. Cookies help us provide you with a better, more personalized experience and understand how our content is used.
Cookies can be stored for different lengths of time. Some are deleted when you close your browser (session cookies), while others remain on your device for a longer period (persistent cookies).
Types of Cookies We Use
Essential Cookies
These cookies are necessary for the website to function properly. They enable core functionality such as security, network management, and accessibility. Without these cookies, certain features of our site would not work.
Examples: Authentication tokens, CSRF protection, session identifiers
Performance Cookies
These cookies help us understand how visitors interact with our site. They collect information about page load times, error pages, and user engagement. This data helps our editorial team improve content delivery and user experience.
Examples: Google Analytics, site performance metrics, bounce rate tracking
Functional Cookies
These cookies remember your preferences and choices to provide a more personalized experience. They may remember your language preference, reading history, or content bookmarks.
Examples: Language settings, theme preferences, saved reading position
Advertising & Tracking Cookies
These cookies track your browsing behavior across different websites to deliver more relevant content and advertisements. They are set by third-party advertising networks and analytics partners.
Examples: Facebook Pixel, DoubleClick, third-party ad networks
How We Use Cookies
- ✓ Website Functionality: Ensure the website operates correctly and securely
- ✓ Content Personalization: Remember your preferences to enhance your reading experience
- ✓ Analytics: Analyze site usage patterns to improve our articles and content structure
- ✓ Security: Protect against fraud and malicious activities
- ✓ Advertising: Deliver relevant content recommendations and manage advertising
- ✓ Consent Management: Remember your cookie preferences and consent choices
Detailed Cookie List
| Cookie Name | Type | Duration | Purpose |
|---|---|---|---|
| PHPSESSID | Essential | Session | Maintains user session for website functionality |
| ct_user_consent | Essential | 1 Year | Stores your cookie consent preferences |
| _ga | Performance | 2 Years | Google Analytics - unique visitor identification |
| _gid | Performance | 24 Hours | Google Analytics - session tracking |
| _gat | Performance | 1 Minute | Google Analytics - request throttling |
| ct_language | Functional | 1 Year | Remembers your language preference |
| ct_theme | Functional | 1 Year | Stores your display theme preference |
| ct_reading_history | Functional | 90 Days | Stores your article reading history |
| fr | Advertising | 90 Days | Facebook Pixel - user tracking and ad delivery |
| IDE | Advertising | 2 Years | Google DoubleClick - ad targeting and reporting |
Managing Your Cookies
Browser Controls
Most web browsers allow you to control cookies through your browser settings. You can choose to block all cookies, accept all cookies, or be notified when a cookie is being sent. Instructions for managing cookies in popular browsers:
- 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
- Internet Explorer: Tools > Internet Options > Privacy tab
Note: Disabling essential cookies may affect the functionality of our website and your ability to access certain features. Performance and advertising cookies can be disabled without affecting core functionality.
Opt-Out Options
You can opt out of third-party tracking cookies through:
- Google Analytics: Google Analytics Opt-out Browser Add-on
- Facebook: Visit your Facebook Ad Preferences page
- Digital Advertising Alliance: WebChoices platform
- Network Advertising Initiative: NAI Opt-Out Tool
Do Not Track
Some browsers include a "Do Not Track" feature. Our website respects Do Not Track signals; if enabled in your browser, we will not use advertising and performance tracking cookies.
Third-Party Cookies
Our website uses services from third parties that may set their own cookies:
Google Analytics
Purpose: Track website traffic and user behavior
Privacy Policy: Google Privacy Policy
Facebook Pixel
Purpose: Track conversions and deliver targeted advertising
Privacy Policy: Facebook Privacy Policy
Google DoubleClick
Purpose: Display personalized advertising
Privacy Policy: Google Privacy Policy
Legal Basis for Cookies
We use cookies based on the following legal grounds:
- 1. Consent: For non-essential cookies, we obtain your explicit consent through our cookie banner
- 2. Legitimate Interest: We may use cookies to improve website performance and user experience
- 3. Legal Obligation: Some cookies are necessary to comply with applicable laws and regulations
Cookie Retention Period
Cookies are retained for different periods depending on their type and purpose:
Short-term Cookies
Session cookies and temporary tracking cookies are deleted when you close your browser or after a few hours/days
Long-term Cookies
Persistent cookies remain on your device for weeks or years. You can delete them manually through your browser settings
Changes to This Cookie Policy
We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices, technology, and legal requirements. When we make material changes, we will notify you by updating the "Last updated" date at the top of this page. Your continued use of our website following any changes indicates your acceptance of the revised policy.
Questions About Cookies?
If you have questions about our use of cookies or this Cookie Policy, please send us feedback about articles and general inquiries.
For content questions and feedback about our articles, you can reach our editorial team through the contact form on our FAQ page.
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