Cookie Policy

This Cookie Policy explains how Healthstate.net (“Healthstate,” “we,” “us,” or “our”) uses cookies and similar tracking technologies on our website, applications, advertisements, and related services (collectively, the “Services”).

This policy should be read together with our Privacy Policy, which provides more detailed information about how we process personal data and how you can contact us.

1. What Are Cookies?

Cookies are small text files that are stored on your computer, smartphone, or other device when you visit a website. Cookies help websites recognize users, remember preferences, and improve functionality and performance.

Different types of cookies serve different purposes:

Session Cookies

Session cookies are temporary and are deleted automatically when you close your browser. They are used to enable basic website functions during your visit.

Persistent Cookies

Persistent cookies remain on your device until they expire or you delete them. These cookies help us recognize you on future visits and remember your preferences.

Third-Party Cookies

Third-party cookies are set by entities other than Healthstate.net, such as analytics providers or advertising partners. These cookies may track browsing activity across multiple websites.

2. Other Tracking Technologies

In addition to cookies, we may use:

• Web Beacons (Pixel Tags): Small graphic files embedded in web pages or emails that help measure engagement and usage.

• Application SDKs: Third-party software development kits used in mobile applications to collect information about app usage and device performance.

3. How We Use Cookies

Cookies and similar technologies on Healthstate.net are generally used for the following purposes:

Strictly Necessary Cookies

These cookies are essential for the operation of our website and cannot be disabled. They enable core functionality such as security, page navigation, and access to protected areas.

Functionality Cookies

These cookies remember your preferences (such as language or region) and enhance your user experience.

Performance and Analytics Cookies

These cookies help us understand how visitors interact with our Services by collecting information such as page visits, traffic sources, and usage patterns. This information is used to improve performance and usability.

Advertising Cookies

Advertising cookies may be used by us and our advertising partners to deliver ads that are more relevant to your interests, limit how often you see an advertisement, and measure advertising effectiveness.

4. Information Collected Automatically

When you use our Services, we may automatically collect information such as:

• IP address or device identifier

• Browser type and settings

• Referring URLs

• Pages viewed and actions taken

• Dates and times of visits

• Approximate location (derived from IP address)

For mobile devices, we may also collect device model, operating system, app version, and usage data. Precise location data is only collected if you explicitly enable it in your device settings.

5. Third-Party Cookies and Advertising Partners

Advertisers, sponsors, and analytics providers may place cookies or similar technologies on your device when you interact with their content on Healthstate.net.

We may work with third-party advertising networks to display ads on our website and on other websites you may visit. These partners may collect information about your browsing activity to provide interest-based advertising.

Healthstate.net does not control how third parties use cookies or manage the information they collect. We encourage you to review the privacy and cookie policies of these third parties.

6. Your Choices and Cookie Controls

You have the right to control how cookies are used:

• Most browsers allow you to block or delete cookies through their settings

• You can configure your browser to notify you when cookies are placed

• You may withdraw consent for non-essential cookies at any time through our cookie banner or settings tool (where available)

Please note that disabling certain cookies may affect the functionality and performance of the website.

7. Interest-Based Advertising Choices

You may opt out of interest-based advertising by:

• Adjusting your browser or device advertising settings

• Using industry opt-out tools provided by advertising organizations

• Limiting ad tracking on your mobile device (e.g., “Limit Ad Tracking” on iOS or “Opt out of Ads Personalization” on Android)

Even if you opt out of personalized advertising, you may still see non-targeted (generic) advertisements.

8. European Economic Area (EEA) Users

If you are located in the European Economic Area (EEA), cookies that are not strictly necessary will only be placed on your device after you provide consent through our cookie banner. You may withdraw or modify your consent at any time.

Healthstate.net processes personal data in accordance with the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR).

9. Changes to This Cookie Policy

We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time. Any changes will be posted on this page with an updated “Last Updated” date. We encourage you to review this policy periodically.

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