Cookie Policy
Last updated: January 2024
About This Policy
Fresh Farm to Table operates the freshfarmtotable.info website as an informational and editorial platform. This Cookie Policy explains how we use cookies and similar tracking technologies to enhance your browsing experience, analyze site usage, and provide you with relevant content.
We are committed to transparency about our data practices. This policy details what cookies we use, why we use them, and how you can control them.
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.
What Are Cookies?
Cookies are small text files stored on your device when you visit our website. They contain information that helps us recognize you and improve your experience. Cookies serve different purposes—some are essential for site functionality, while others help us understand how visitors interact with our content.
We also use similar technologies such as pixels, web beacons, and local storage to track and analyze user behavior across our editorial platform.
Types of Cookies We Use
Essential Cookies
These cookies are necessary for the basic functionality of our website. They enable navigation, page loading, and security features. Without these cookies, our site cannot operate properly. They do not track personal information and do not require explicit consent.
Analytics Cookies
We use analytics cookies to understand how readers interact with our content. These cookies help us measure page visits, article performance, user behavior patterns, and engagement metrics. This information allows our editorial team to create better, more relevant content for our audience.
Preference Cookies
These cookies remember your preferences and settings, such as language selection, display options, and content filters. They enhance your personal experience by tailoring how content is presented to your preferences.
Marketing & Third-Party Cookies
We may use third-party services for analytics and content delivery. These partners may set their own cookies to track usage and provide insights. You can learn more about these services and control their data collection through your browser settings.
How We Use Cookies
- → Content Optimization: Understanding which articles and topics resonate most with our readers
- → User Experience: Remembering your preferences and login information for seamless browsing
- → Performance Monitoring: Tracking site performance, load times, and technical issues
- → Security: Detecting and preventing fraudulent activity and unauthorized access
- → Analytics: Generating anonymized reports about site usage and reader engagement
Detailed Cookie List
| Cookie Name | Type | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| _session_id | Essential | Site security and user session management | Session |
| _ga | Analytics | Google Analytics - Tracks user visits and content engagement | 2 years |
| _ga_ID | Analytics | Google Analytics - Enhanced tracking and event measurement | 2 years |
| language_pref | Preference | Stores your selected language preference | 1 year |
| display_mode | Preference | Remembers your display preferences (light/dark mode) | 1 year |
| content_filter | Preference | Stores content category preferences | 6 months |
| user_login | Essential | Maintains your login status if you have an account | 30 days |
| utm_source, utm_medium | Analytics | Tracks referral source for content discovery analysis | Session |
Managing Your Cookies
Browser Settings
Most browsers allow you to control cookies through their settings. You can:
- • Block all cookies or specific types of cookies
- • Delete cookies already stored on your device
- • Receive alerts when websites try to set cookies
- • Set preferences for individual websites
Note: Disabling essential cookies may affect website functionality and your browsing experience.
Browser Control Instructions
- Chrome: Settings → Privacy and Security → Cookies and Other Site Data
- Firefox: Preferences → Privacy & Security → Cookies and Site Data
- Safari: Preferences → Privacy → Manage Website Data
- Edge: Settings → Privacy, Search, and Services → Clear Browsing Data
Analytics Opt-Out
If you prefer not to have your data tracked by Google Analytics, you can install the Google Analytics opt-out browser extension. This will prevent Google Analytics from tracking your activity across our site and other websites.
You can also adjust your privacy settings directly in your browser or through your device settings to limit tracking across the web.
Third-Party Services
Our website uses the following third-party services that may set cookies:
- • Google Analytics: For website traffic analysis and user behavior tracking. Learn more
- • Content Delivery Networks (CDN): For efficient content distribution and performance optimization
- • Web Fonts: Third-party font services may track font usage
We recommend reviewing the privacy policies of these third-party services to understand how they use cookies and your data.
Data Protection & Privacy
We take your privacy seriously. Any data collected through cookies is:
- ✓ Protected with industry-standard encryption and security measures
- ✓ Used only for the purposes outlined in this policy
- ✓ Not sold to third parties for commercial purposes
- ✓ Retained only as long as necessary for editorial purposes
For more 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 posted on this page with an updated date. We recommend reviewing this policy regularly to stay informed about how we use cookies.
Questions About Our Cookie Policy?
If you have questions or concerns about our use of cookies, please contact our editorial team:
Fresh Farm to Table
Friedrichstraße 112
Stuttgart, Germany
[email protected]