This Cookie Policy explains how Life Essentials by Anna ("we," "us," or "our") uses cookies and similar tracking technologies when you visit https://lifeessentialsbyanna.com.
By using our Site, you consent to our use of cookies as described in this policy.
1. What Are Cookies?
Cookies are small text files that are placed on your computer or mobile device by websites you visit. They are widely used to make websites work more efficiently and to provide information to the website owners.
Cookies can be "session cookies" (deleted when you close your browser) or "persistent cookies" (remain on your device until they expire or you delete them).
2. Types of Cookies We Use
2.1 Strictly Necessary Cookies
These cookies are essential for the Site to function properly. They enable core functionality such as page navigation and access to secure areas. The Site cannot function properly without these cookies, and they cannot be switched off.
| Cookie | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| wordpress_logged_in_* | WordPress login session | Session |
| wp-settings-* | WordPress user preferences | 1 year |
| wordpress_test_cookie | Tests that cookies are enabled | Session |
2.2 Analytics Cookies
We use analytics cookies to understand how visitors interact with our Site. The information collected is aggregated and anonymous and helps us improve our content and user experience.
| Cookie | Provider | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| _ga | Google Analytics | Distinguishes unique users | 2 years |
| _gid | Google Analytics | Distinguishes unique users | 24 hours |
| _gat | Google Analytics | Throttles request rate | 1 minute |
2.3 Advertising & Targeting Cookies
We use Google AdSense to display advertisements on our Site. Google may use cookies to personalise the ads shown to you based on your browsing activity.
| Cookie | Provider | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| IDE | Google DoubleClick | Used for targeted advertising | 1 year |
| DSID | Google DoubleClick | Identifies logged-in Google users for ad personalisation | 2 weeks |
| test_cookie | Google DoubleClick | Tests if browser accepts cookies | Session |
2.4 Functional Cookies
These cookies allow the Site to remember choices you make (such as your language preference) and provide enhanced, personalised features.
3. Third-Party Cookies
Some content and features on our Site are provided by third parties, which may set their own cookies. We do not control these cookies. Please refer to the relevant third-party privacy policies for more information:
- Google Analytics: https://policies.google.com/privacy
- Google AdSense: https://policies.google.com/technologies/ads
4. How to Control Cookies
You can control and/or delete cookies as you wish. You can delete all cookies that are already on your device and you can set most browsers to prevent them from being placed. However, if you do this, you may have to manually adjust some preferences every time you visit our Site.
For more information on how to manage cookies, visit:
- www.allaboutcookies.org
- www.youronlinechoices.com (EU users)
- www.aboutads.info/choices (US users)
To opt out of Google Analytics tracking, you can install the Google Analytics Opt-out Browser Add-on.
To opt out of Google AdSense personalised advertising, visit Google Ads Settings.
5. Changes to This Cookie Policy
We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time to reflect changes in technology, legislation, or our data practices. Any changes will become effective upon posting of the revised policy. We encourage you to review this page periodically.
6. Contact Us
If you have any questions about our use of cookies, please contact us via our Contact page.