FitIQ Hub ("we," "us," "our," or "Company") uses cookies and similar tracking technologies on fitiqhub.com (the "Service"). This Cookie Policy explains what cookies are, why we use them, and how you can manage your cookie preferences.
1. What Are Cookies?
Cookies are small files placed on your device (computer, phone, or tablet) that contain information about your browsing behavior. They allow websites to remember your preferences and track your activity across sessions.
There are two main types of cookies:
- Session cookies: These are temporary and deleted when you close your browser.
- Persistent cookies: These remain on your device until they expire or you delete them manually.
2. What Cookies Do We Use?
2.1 Essential Cookies (Strictly Necessary)
These cookies are necessary for our website to function properly. Without them, basic features won't work.
| Cookie Name | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| cookie_consent | Stores your cookie preference choices | 1 year |
| session_id | Maintains your session while browsing | Until browser closes |
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2.2 Analytics Cookies (Google Analytics)
We use Google Analytics to understand how visitors use our website. These cookies help us improve our content and user experience.
| Cookie Name | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| _ga | Identifies unique visitors | 2 years |
| _gat | Throttles request rate | 1 minute |
| _gid | Identifies sessions | 24 hours |
| _ga_* | Analytics data collection | 2 years |
Google Analytics Privacy: Google Analytics is a service provided by Google LLC. Google may use the data collected through Analytics to contextualize and personalize ads in Google's advertising network. You can opt out by visiting: https://tools.google.com/dlpage/gaoptout
2.3 Advertising Cookies (Google AdSense)
We use Google AdSense to display advertisements. These cookies help advertisers serve relevant ads based on your interests and browsing behavior.
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| Cookie Name | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| IDE | Google advertising cookie for interest-based ads | 1-2 years |
| ANID | Google's advertising cookie | 1-2 years |
| DSID | Google DoubleClick advertising cookie | 14 days |
| NID | Google personalized ad delivery | 6 months |
Google Ads Preferences: You can manage your Google ads preferences at: https://adssettings.google.com
3. Why Do We Use Cookies?
- Site functionality: To enable core features like forms and navigation
- Analytics: To understand how visitors use our site and improve content
- Advertising: To display relevant ads and measure ad performance
- User preferences: To remember your cookie consent choices
- Security: To protect against fraud and unauthorized access
4. Your Cookie Choices
4.1 Cookie Consent Banner
When you first visit FitIQ Hub, you'll see a cookie consent banner. You can:
- Accept All Cookies: Allow all essential, analytics, and advertising cookies
- Reject Non-Essential: Allow only essential cookies; decline analytics and ads
- Manage Preferences: Choose which types of cookies to allow
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Your choice is saved for 12 months. You can change your preferences anytime by clicking "Cookie Settings" in the footer.
4.2 Browser Cookie Settings
You can control cookies through your browser settings:
- 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 → Clear browsing data → Cookies
Note: Disabling cookies may affect website functionality.
4.3 Third-Party Cookie Tracking
You can opt out of personalized advertising from third parties:
- Google Ads: https://adssettings.google.com
- Google Analytics: https://tools.google.com/dlpage/gaoptout
- NAI Opt-Out: https://optout.networkadvertising.org
- DAA Opt-Out: https://optout.aboutads.info
5. Do Not Track Signals
Some browsers include a "Do Not Track" (DNT) feature. Our Service does not respond to DNT signals. However, you can still control cookies through your browser settings or the cookie consent banner on our website.
6. Third-Party Cookies
Third parties like Google (Analytics and AdSense) may set cookies on our website. These third parties are responsible for managing their own cookies. We recommend reviewing their privacy policies:
- Google Privacy Policy: https://policies.google.com/privacy
- Google Ads Privacy: https://policies.google.com/technologies/ads
7. Cookie Security
We take the security of cookie data seriously. All cookies transmitted over HTTPS are encrypted. We do not store sensitive personal health data in cookies—calculator inputs are processed locally in your browser only.
8. Changes to This Cookie Policy
We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time. The "Last updated" date above indicates when changes were made. Continued use of our Service signifies your acceptance of any changes.
9. Contact Us
If you have questions about our cookie practices, please contact us:
10. GDPR & ePrivacy Directive Compliance
For European Union Users:
We comply with the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) and the ePrivacy Directive by:
- Obtaining explicit consent before setting non-essential cookies
- Providing clear information about what cookies are used
- Allowing you to withdraw consent at any time
- Respecting your cookie choices across sessions
- Providing an easy opt-out mechanism
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11. CCPA Compliance (California Users)
For California Residents:
Under the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA), you have the right to:
- Know: What personal information is collected via cookies
- Delete: Request deletion of cookie data (except where legally required)
- Opt-Out: Opt out of the "sale" of information (we do not sell data)
To exercise these rights, contact us at: contact@fitiqhub.com