Cookie Policy
Slimflowprogress — Mill Lane 91, Leeds
Last updated: January 2025
At Slimflowprogress, we use cookies and similar tracking technologies to enhance your browsing experience on our editorial platform. This policy explains what cookies are, why we use them, and how you can manage them.
What Are Cookies?
Cookies are small text files stored on your device (computer, tablet, or smartphone) when you visit our website. They help us remember information about your visit, such as your language preference or which articles you've read. Cookies are widely used across the internet to improve user experience.
Each cookie typically contains: a name, content, an expiration date, and the domain it belongs to. Cookies cannot execute code or transmit viruses—they are simply data storage mechanisms.
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 content loading. Without essential cookies, our website cannot operate as intended. These cookies do not require your consent under most regulations.
Analytical & Performance Cookies
We use analytical cookies to understand how visitors interact with our editorial content. These cookies help us track metrics such as page views, article engagement, bounce rates, and traffic sources. This information helps our editorial team improve content quality and user experience. These cookies collect anonymous data.
Preference Cookies
Preference cookies remember your settings and choices on our website, such as language preference, font size, or content category preferences. These enhance your browsing experience by personalizing how content is displayed to you.
Third-Party Cookies
Some cookies are placed by third-party services we work with, such as analytics platforms and content delivery networks. These services help us analyze website traffic and deliver content efficiently. Third-party providers have their own cookie policies.
How We Use Cookies
- ✓ Content Delivery: To load and display articles, images, and multimedia content properly across your devices.
- ✓ Website Analytics: To measure how readers engage with our articles and which topics are most popular.
- ✓ User Experience: To remember your reading preferences, language selection, and browsing history within our platform.
- ✓ Security: To detect and prevent fraudulent activity and maintain website security.
- ✓ Content Relevance: To understand which article categories and topics align with your interests.
Cookies Used on Our Site
| Cookie Name | Type | Purpose | Expiration |
|---|---|---|---|
PHPSESSID |
Essential | Session management and user authentication | Session |
sfp_language |
Preference | Stores your language preference | 1 Year |
_ga |
Analytical | Google Analytics - tracks unique visitor ID | 2 Years |
_gid |
Analytical | Google Analytics - tracks session ID | 24 Hours |
_gat |
Analytical | Google Analytics - request throttling | 1 Minute |
sfp_articles_viewed |
Preference | Tracks recently viewed articles on your device | 30 Days |
cookieconsent |
Essential | Records your cookie consent preferences | 1 Year |
sfp_theme |
Preference | Remembers your dark/light mode preference | 1 Year |
Managing Your Cookies
Browser Settings
You can control and delete cookies through your web browser settings. Most browsers allow you to refuse cookies or alert you when cookies are being sent. Here's how to manage cookies in popular browsers:
- Chrome: Settings → Privacy and Security → Cookies and Other Site Data
- Firefox: Settings → Privacy & Security → Cookies and Site Data
- Safari: Preferences → Privacy → Manage Website Data
- Edge: Settings → Privacy, Search, and Services → Clear Browsing Data
⚠️ Important Note
Disabling essential cookies may affect your ability to access certain features of our website. While you can disable analytical and preference cookies without impacting core functionality, we recommend keeping them enabled for the best reading experience.
You can always manage your preferences through our cookie consent banner at the bottom of any page.
Third-Party Opt-Out Options
If you wish to opt out of analytical tracking by third-party services, you can use the following tools:
Google Analytics Opt-Out
Install the Google Analytics Opt-Out Browser Add-on: tools.google.com/dlpage/gaoptout
Network Advertising Initiative (NAI)
Visit optout.networkadvertising.org to opt out of targeted advertising cookies
Digital Advertising Alliance (DAA)
Visit optout.aboutads.info for additional opt-out options
Do Not Track (DNT)
Some web browsers offer a "Do Not Track" (DNT) feature. Currently, there is no industry standard for recognizing DNT signals. Slimflowprogress does not currently respond to DNT browser signals, but we respect your privacy choices through cookie consent and browser settings.
Cookie Data Retention
We retain cookie data only for as long as necessary to fulfill their intended purposes. Essential and session cookies are automatically deleted when you close your browser. Persistent cookies have expiration dates ranging from days to years, as specified in our cookie table above. Analytical data is typically retained for 24 months or as specified by our analytics provider.
Your Privacy & Security
Slimflowprogress takes your privacy seriously. We do not sell cookie data to third parties. Our use of cookies is governed by applicable data protection laws, including GDPR (General Data Protection Regulation) and similar regulations. For complete information about how we handle your personal data, please review our Privacy Policy.
All cookie data is transmitted securely and encrypted where applicable. We regularly audit our cookie usage to ensure compliance with privacy standards.
Updates to This Policy
We may update this Cookie Policy periodically to reflect changes in our practices, technology, or applicable laws. When we make significant changes, we will notify you through our website or, where required, obtain your renewed consent. Your continued use of our website after any updates indicates your acceptance of the revised policy.
Questions About Our Cookies?
If you have questions about our cookie usage or this policy, please don't hesitate to contact our editorial team:
Slimflowprogress
Mill Lane 91
Leeds
Email: [email protected]
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