COOKIE POLICY
IMPORTANT NOTICE
This Cookie Policy explains how LIORA Health Inc. ("we," "us," or "our") uses cookies and similar tracking technologies when you visit our website at https://liora-health.vercel.app (the "Site"). As an affiliate marketing website focused on health and wellness education, we use cookies to provide our services, analyze site usage, and facilitate commission tracking through our affiliate partnerships.
By using our Site, you consent to the use of cookies as described in this policy. You can manage your cookie preferences through our cookie consent banner or your browser settings.
Table of Contents
1. WHAT ARE COOKIES?
Cookies are small text files that are placed on your computer or mobile device when you visit a website. They are widely used to make websites work efficiently, remember your preferences, and provide information to website owners about how visitors interact with their sites.
Types of Tracking Technologies We Use:
- Cookies: Small data files stored on your device
- Local Storage: Data stored in your browser for longer-term retention
- Session Storage: Temporary data stored during your browsing session
- Tracking Pixels: Tiny, invisible images used to track activity
2. TYPES OF COOKIES WE USE
| Category | Purpose | Examples | Essential |
|---|---|---|---|
| Essential Cookies | Required for basic site functionality and security | Authentication, session management, security features | Yes |
| Performance Cookies | Collect anonymous data about site usage to improve performance | Google Analytics cookies (_ga, _gid) | No |
| Functionality Cookies | Remember your preferences and choices | Language settings, display preferences | No |
| Affiliate/Referral Cookies | Track referrals to affiliate partners for commission attribution | Digistore24 tracking cookies | No (but essential for our business model) |
Note on Essential Cookies: Essential cookies cannot be disabled as they are necessary for the Site to function properly. All other cookie categories can be managed through our cookie consent banner or browser settings.
3. AFFILIATE COOKIES DETAILS
As an affiliate marketing website, we participate in affiliate programs to earn commissions on product recommendations. When you click on a product link on our Site, our affiliate partner places cookies on your device to track the referral.
Our Affiliate Network:
| Affiliate Partner | Cookie Duration | Purpose | Opt-Out Options |
|---|---|---|---|
| Digistore24 | 30 days from click | Tracks referrals for commission attribution on product purchases | Digistore24 Privacy Policy |
Important Information About Affiliate Cookies:
How They Work: When you click a product link on our Site, Digistore24 places a cookie on your device. If you make a purchase within 30 days, we receive a commission at no additional cost to you.
Cookie Blocking Impact: If you block affiliate cookies, we will not receive credit for purchases you make through our links. This does not affect the price you pay but does impact our ability to earn revenue from our recommendations.
No Personal Identification: These cookies track referral sources, not personal information about you as an individual.
4. ANALYTICS COOKIES (GOOGLE ANALYTICS)
We use Google Analytics to understand how visitors interact with our Site. This helps us improve our content and user experience.
Google Analytics Cookies We Use:
| Cookie Name | Duration | Purpose |
|---|---|---|
| _ga | 2 years | Distinguishes unique users |
| _gid | 24 hours | Distinguishes unique users |
| _gat | 1 minute | Throttles request rate |
| _gac_* | 90 days | Contains campaign information |
Google Analytics Data Processing:
- Data is anonymized before storage (IP addresses are truncated)
- We do not combine Google Analytics data with personally identifiable information
- Data is used solely for statistical analysis of Site usage
- Google acts as our data processor under their Data Processing Terms
Opt-Out: You can prevent Google Analytics from collecting your data by installing the Google Analytics Opt-out Browser Add-on.
5. COOKIE DURATION AND RETENTION
Cookie Lifespan Categories:
- Session Cookies: Expire when you close your browser
- Persistent Cookies: Remain until expiration date or manual deletion
Specific Retention Periods:
| Cookie Type | Typical Duration | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Essential Session Cookies | Browser session | Deleted when browser closes |
| Google Analytics Cookies | 24 hours to 2 years | See Section 4 for specific durations |
| Digistore24 Affiliate Cookies | 30 days | From click to potential purchase |
| Preference Cookies | Up to 1 year | Remember user settings |
Data Retention Alignment: Our cookie data retention aligns with our overall data practices as described in our Privacy Policy. We retain data only as long as necessary for the purposes outlined in this policy.
6. HOW WE USE COOKIE DATA
We use data collected through cookies for the following purposes:
Essential Functions:
- Maintain user sessions and authentication
- Ensure site security and prevent fraud
- Enable basic site functionality
Performance Improvement:
- Analyze site traffic and usage patterns
- Identify popular content and user preferences
- Improve site performance and user experience
- Test new features and content
Business Operations:
- Track affiliate referrals for commission attribution
- Measure the effectiveness of our content and recommendations
- Understand audience demographics and interests
- Generate aggregated, anonymized statistics
Important: We do not use cookies to:
- Identify individual users without their consent
- Track users across unrelated websites
- Sell personal data to third parties
- Make automated decisions that significantly affect users
7. MANAGING YOUR COOKIE PREFERENCES
Cookie Consent Banner
Our Site displays a cookie consent banner that allows you to:
- Accept all cookies
- Reject non-essential cookies
- Customize cookie categories
- Withdraw consent at any time
The banner will reappear if you clear your cookies or after 12 months to renew your preferences.
Browser Controls:
You can manage cookies through your browser settings:
- Chrome: Settings → Privacy and security → Cookies and other site data
- Firefox: Options → Privacy & Security → Cookies and Site Data
- Safari: Preferences → Privacy → Cookies and website data
- Edge: Settings → Cookies and site permissions → Cookies and site data
Important Notes:
- Blocking essential cookies may prevent the Site from functioning properly
- Blocking affiliate cookies means we won't receive credit for purchases made through our links
- Your preferences are stored in a cookie, so clearing cookies will reset them
- Different browsers have different control options and locations
"Do Not Track" Signals:
Our Site does not currently respond to "Do Not Track" signals because no industry standard for implementation has been established. However, you can control tracking through the methods described above.
8. THIRD-PARTY COOKIES
Third-party cookies are set by domains other than our own. These include:
Affiliate Partners:
- Digistore24: Sets cookies when you click product links to track referrals
- These cookies are governed by Digistore24's privacy policy
- We do not control these cookies but facilitate their placement through affiliate links
Analytics Providers:
- Google Analytics: Sets cookies to analyze Site usage
- Google processes this data under their data processing terms
- We receive aggregated, anonymized reports
Embedded Content:
Some content on our Site may be embedded from third parties (e.g., videos, social media widgets). These third parties may set cookies when you interact with their content. We do not control these cookies.
Third-Party Policies: We encourage you to review the privacy and cookie policies of these third parties:
9. UPDATES TO THIS POLICY
We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time to reflect:
- Changes in our cookie practices
- New affiliate partnerships or tracking technologies
- Legal or regulatory requirements
- Feedback from users or industry best practices
When we make changes, we will:
- Update the "Last updated" date at the top of this policy
- Notify users through our Site or cookie consent banner if significant changes occur
- Provide a summary of changes for material updates
We encourage you to review this policy periodically to stay informed about how we use cookies.
10. CONTACT US
If you have questions about this Cookie Policy or our cookie practices, please contact us:
Email: info.liorahealth@gmail.com
Response Time: We aim to respond to all inquiries within 7 business days.
For questions specifically about:
- Affiliate cookie tracking: Please also consult Digistore24's support resources
- Google Analytics: Please refer to Google's privacy resources
- Browser cookie controls: Please consult your browser's help documentation