Cookie Policy
Effective Date: January 2024
What Are Cookies?
Cookies are small text files stored on your device when you visit our website. They help us understand how you use Prostatecarepath and improve your reading experience. This policy explains what cookies we use, why we use them, and how you can manage them.
We are committed to transparency and respect your privacy. All cookies used on our site serve legitimate editorial and technical purposes.
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 form submissions.
Duration: Session or persistent
Performance Cookies
These cookies collect information about how you interact with our content—which articles you read, how long you stay on pages, and navigation patterns. This helps us understand what content resonates with our readers and improve our editorial offerings.
Duration: Up to 2 years
Functional Cookies
These cookies remember your preferences and choices, such as your preferred language, text size, and bookmarked articles. They enhance your personalized experience on Prostatecarepath.
Duration: Up to 1 year
Analytics Cookies
We use analytics tools to measure website traffic, track user demographics in aggregate, and analyze content performance. This data helps our editorial team create more relevant and useful articles.
Duration: Up to 2 years
Third-Party Cookies
Some third-party services (such as analytics providers and content delivery networks) may set cookies on your device. We only use trusted partners and do not share your personal information with advertisers.
Duration: Varies by provider
How We Use Cookies
- ✓ Improving Your Experience: We analyze how readers navigate our site to optimize content layout, article recommendations, and search functionality.
- ✓ Content Analytics: We measure which articles are most read, where readers come from, and how they discover our content. This informs our editorial strategy.
- ✓ User Preferences: Cookies remember your reading preferences, allowing us to tailor the site to your needs without tracking personal information.
- ✓ Security: Essential cookies help protect against fraud and maintain the integrity of our platform.
Cookie Details
| Cookie Name | Type | Duration | Purpose |
|---|---|---|---|
| PHPSESSID | Essential | Session | Maintains user session |
| pcp_preferences | Functional | 1 year | Stores language and display preferences |
| _ga | Analytics | 2 years | Google Analytics—tracks site visitors |
| _gid | Analytics | 24 hours | Google Analytics—session identifier |
| pcp_articles_read | Performance | 6 months | Tracks which articles you've read |
| __Host-pcp_secure | Essential | Session | Security and CSRF protection |
| pcp_consent | Functional | 1 year | Remembers your cookie consent choice |
| _gat | Analytics | 1 minute | Google Analytics—throttles request rate |
Managing Your Cookies
Browser Controls
You have the right to control cookies through your browser settings. Most browsers allow you to:
- • View cookies stored on your device
- • Delete cookies individually or in bulk
- • Block all cookies or only third-party cookies
- • Enable "Do Not Track" signals (if your browser supports it)
Note: Disabling essential cookies may affect site functionality. Performance and analytics cookies can be disabled without impacting core features.
How to Clear Cookies
Instructions vary by browser. Generally:
- Chrome: Settings → Privacy and Security → Delete browsing data → Cookies and cached images
- Firefox: Settings → Privacy & Security → Cookies and Site Data → Clear Data
- Safari: Preferences → Privacy → Manage Website Data → Remove
- Edge: Settings → Privacy → Clear browsing data → Cookies and other site data
Our Cookie Banner
When you first visit Prostatecarepath, you'll see a cookie consent banner. You can:
- • Accept all cookies to enable full functionality
- • Accept only essential cookies for basic browsing
- • Customize your choices by cookie type
- • Withdraw consent at any time via the footer link
Legal Basis
We process cookies under the following legal frameworks:
- GDPR (EU/UK): We rely on your explicit consent for non-essential cookies and legitimate interests for essential technical cookies.
- CCPA (California): Californian residents have the right to know what personal information is collected and request deletion.
- ePrivacy Regulations: We comply with electronic privacy laws in all jurisdictions where we operate.
Third-Party Partners
Prostatecarepath uses the following third-party services that may set cookies:
Content Delivery Network (CDN)
Speeds up content delivery and ensures reliable access to articles.
CDN Privacy Policy →We do not share your information with advertisers, data brokers, or marketing companies. Your reading habits remain private.
Questions About Cookies?
If you have questions about how we use cookies or want to exercise your privacy rights, please contact our editorial team:
Email: [email protected]
Address: Queen Street 143, Bristol
Updates to This Policy
We review this Cookie Policy regularly to reflect changes in technology, regulations, and our practices. Any significant changes will be announced on this page with an updated "Effective Date."
Your continued use of Prostatecarepath after changes are posted constitutes your acceptance of the updated policy.
Last updated: January 2024
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