Cookie Policy
Last Updated: January 2024
Progressmindful is committed to transparency regarding how we use cookies on our platform.
What Are Cookies?
Cookies are small text files stored on your device (computer, tablet, or mobile phone) when you visit our website. They help us understand how you interact with our content and improve your browsing experience. Progressmindful uses cookies to analyze reader behavior, maintain site functionality, and remember your preferences.
We do not use cookies for commercial tracking or to sell your data. Our use of cookies is strictly for editorial analysis and platform optimization.
Types of Cookies We Use
Essential Cookies
These cookies are necessary for the website to function properly. They enable core features such as page navigation, security protocols, and access to restricted content areas.
Status: Always active | Duration: Session or 1 year
Performance & Analytics Cookies
These cookies help us understand how readers use our platform. We track page views, article popularity, time spent reading, and navigation patterns to improve our editorial content and user experience.
Status: Optional | Duration: 2 years | Provider: Google Analytics
Functional Cookies
These cookies remember your preferences and settings, such as language choice, theme preference (light/dark mode), and saved articles. They enhance your reading experience by personalizing content delivery.
Status: Optional | Duration: 1 year
Third-Party Cookies
Third-party services embedded on our site (such as video platforms, maps, or social media widgets) may set their own cookies. These are governed by their respective privacy policies. We do not control third-party cookies.
Status: Optional | Providers: YouTube, Vimeo, Twitter, etc.
How We Use Cookies
Editorial Analytics
We analyze which articles receive the most engagement, how long readers spend on each piece, and which topics resonate with our audience. This helps our editorial team produce more valuable content.
Platform Functionality
Cookies ensure our website loads correctly, maintains user sessions, and provides secure access to protected content areas. Without these, basic functionality would be compromised.
User Preferences
We remember your reading preferences, including language selection, display settings, and previously read articles, to personalize your experience on subsequent visits.
Security
Essential cookies help us detect and prevent fraudulent activity, protect against abuse, and maintain the integrity of our editorial platform.
Managing Your Cookies
Browser Settings
You can control cookies through your browser settings. Most browsers allow you to:
- View stored cookies and clear them
- Block new cookies from being set
- Accept cookies only from specific websites
- Delete cookies when you close your browser
Refer to your browser's help documentation for specific instructions (Chrome, Firefox, Safari, Edge, etc.).
Cookie Consent Banner
When you first visit Progressmindful, a consent banner appears asking your permission to use non-essential cookies. You can:
- Accept all cookies
- Reject non-essential cookies
- Customize cookie preferences
- Withdraw consent anytime through our preferences center
Important Note
If you disable essential cookies, some features of our website may not function properly, including article navigation, secure sections, and content preferences. Non-essential cookies can be disabled without impacting core functionality.
Complete Cookie List
| Cookie Name | Type | Duration | Purpose |
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| PHPSESSID | Essential | Session | Maintains user session and authentication |
| _ga | Analytics | 2 years | Google Analytics - unique visitor identification |
| _ga_* | Analytics | 2 years | Google Analytics - session tracking |
| _gid | Analytics | 24 hours | Google Analytics - temporary session identifier |
| theme_preference | Functional | 1 year | Remembers light/dark mode preference |
| language | Functional | 1 year | Stores language preference |
| saved_articles | Functional | 1 year | Tracks reader's saved/bookmarked articles |
| cookie_consent | Essential | 1 year | Records your cookie consent preferences |
| csrf_token | Essential | Session | Security token for form submissions |
Your Privacy Rights
Under data protection regulations (including GDPR and similar laws), you have the right to:
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Access and Know
Know what cookies are stored and how they're used
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Control
Accept, reject, or delete cookies at any time
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Withdraw Consent
Change your cookie preferences anytime through our settings
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Data Deletion
Request deletion of personal data collected via cookies
Third-Party Privacy Policies
We use services from external providers. For information about their cookie practices, visit:
Questions About Our Cookie Policy?
If you have questions about how we use cookies or wish to exercise your privacy rights, please contact our editorial team:
We aim to respond to privacy inquiries within 14 days. For content feedback about our articles, please refer to our FAQ page.