Cookie Policy
Cookie Policy
Last updated: November 5, 2024
Our Approach to Cookies
At LifeBeyondScreen.com, we believe in digital mindfulness and transparency. As advocates for healthy technology use, we minimize our use of cookies to only those that genuinely enhance your experience or are necessary for our website to function properly.
1. What Are Cookies?
Cookies are small text files that websites place on your device to store information about your preferences, improve your user experience, and sometimes track your browsing behavior. They can be temporary (session cookies) or remain on your device for a longer period (persistent cookies).
2. Types of Cookies We Use
2.1 Essential Cookies (Strictly Necessary)
Purpose: These cookies are required for basic site functionality.
Duration: Mostly session-based
Can be disabled?: No
Examples include:
- Session management
- Login status maintenance
- Security tokens
- Basic site preferences
2.2 Functional Cookies
Purpose: Enable enhanced functionality and personalization
Duration: Varies from session to 1 year
Can be disabled?: Yes
These help us:
- Remember your preferences
- Save your login details (if you choose)
- Maintain your settings between visits
2.3 Analytics Cookies
Purpose: Help us understand how visitors use our site
Duration: Up to 2 years
Can be disabled?: Yes
We use these to:
- Understand which content is most helpful
- Track how users navigate our site
- Identify areas for improvement
- Measure the effectiveness of our digital wellness resources
2.4 Marketing Cookies (If Used)
Purpose: Track visitors across websites
Duration: Varies
Can be disabled?: Yes
Note: In line with our digital wellness philosophy, we minimize the use of marketing cookies. When used, they help us:
- Display relevant content
- Measure campaign effectiveness
- Understand user interests
3. Specific Cookies We Use
3.1 Essential Cookies
Cookie Name | Purpose | Duration
------------|----------------------------|----------
PHPSESSID | Session management | Session
csrf_token | Security | Session
3.2 Functional Cookies
Cookie Name | Purpose | Duration
------------|----------------------------|----------
user_pref | User preferences | 1 year
theme | Website appearance | 6 months
3.3 Analytics Cookies
Cookie Name | Purpose | Duration
------------|----------------------------|----------
_ga | Google Analytics | 2 years
_gid | Google Analytics | 24 hours
4. Managing Your Cookie Preferences
4.1 Browser Settings
You can manage cookies through your browser settings:
4.2 Our Cookie Management Tool
[If implemented] Use our cookie consent management tool to:
- View all cookies in use
- Enable/disable non-essential cookies
- Update your preferences at any time
5. Third-Party Cookies
Some third-party services we use may place cookies on your device:
5.1 Analytics
- Google Analytics
- Purpose: Website usage analysis
- Privacy Policy: [Link to Google Privacy Policy]
5.2 Content Embedding
- YouTube (if videos are embedded)
- Purpose: Video playback functionality
- Privacy Policy: [Link to YouTube Privacy Policy]
6. Impact of Disabling Cookies
If you choose to disable cookies:
Will Still Work:
- Basic website navigation
- Access to all articles and resources
- Core content viewing
May Not Work:
- Personalized settings
- Login persistence
- Usage tracking for site improvements
- Some interactive features
7. Changes to This Policy
We may update this Cookie Policy to reflect:
- Changes in the cookies we use
- New features or services
- Legal or regulatory requirements
Significant changes will be notified through:
- Website announcements
- Email (for subscribers)
- Site notifications
8. Contact Us
For questions about our Cookie Policy:
- Email: legal@lifebeyondscreen.com
- Contact form: [Link to Contact Form]
9. Additional Information
9.1 Cookie Consent
We obtain your consent for non-essential cookies through:
- Our cookie banner
- Cookie preference center
- Account settings
9.2 Data Protection Rights
Your cookie choices are part of your broader privacy rights. See our GDPR Compliance Policy for full details about your data protection rights.