Cookie Policy - NutrientShield

🍪 Cookie Policy

Last Updated: January 25, 2026

Table of Contents

  1. Introduction
  2. What Are Cookies?
  3. Cookies We Use
  4. Third-Party Services
  5. How to Manage Cookies
  6. Do Not Track Signals
  7. Consent for EEA and UK Users
  8. Changes to This Policy
  9. Contact Us
🔧 Manage Your Cookie Preferences

You can customize which cookies you allow at any time. Essential cookies cannot be disabled as they are required for the website to function properly.

Clicking this button will clear your saved preferences and show the cookie consent banner again, where you can click "Customize" to choose which cookies to allow.

1. Introduction

This Cookie Policy explains how NutrientShield.com ("we," "us," or "our") uses cookies and similar tracking technologies when you visit our website. We use cookies to enhance your browsing experience, analyze site traffic, personalize content, and serve targeted advertisements.

By using our website, you consent to the use of cookies as described in this policy. You can manage your cookie preferences at any time using the cookie banner that appears when you first visit our site, or by using the "Reset Cookie Preferences" button above.

2. What Are Cookies?

Cookies are small text files that are stored on your device (computer, tablet, or mobile phone) when you visit a website. They help the website remember your preferences and understand how you use the site.

There are different types of cookies:

  • Session Cookies: Temporary cookies that are deleted when you close your browser
  • Persistent Cookies: Remain on your device for a set period or until you delete them
  • First-Party Cookies: Set by the website you're visiting (NutrientShield)
  • Third-Party Cookies: Set by other services we use (like Google Analytics)

3. Cookies We Use

We use the following categories of cookies on NutrientShield:

3.1 Essential Cookies Required

These cookies are necessary for the website to function properly. They enable core features like page navigation, secure login, and access to premium features. Without these cookies, the website cannot function correctly. These cookies cannot be disabled.

Cookie Name Purpose Duration Provider
PHPSESSID Maintains your session while browsing the site Session NutrientShield
user_session Keeps you logged in to your account 30 days NutrientShield
csrf_token Protects against cross-site request forgery attacks Session NutrientShield
ns_cookie_consent Stores your cookie preferences 1 year NutrientShield

3.2 Analytics Cookies Optional

These cookies help us understand how visitors use our website by collecting anonymous data about page views, time spent on pages, and navigation patterns. This helps us improve our content and user experience.

Cookie Name Purpose Duration Provider
_ga Distinguishes unique visitors to our site 2 years Google Analytics
_ga_* Maintains session state for Google Analytics 4 2 years Google Analytics
_gid Distinguishes users during a single browsing session 24 hours Google Analytics
_gat Limits the rate of data collection on high-traffic sites 1 minute Google Analytics

3.3 Advertising Cookies Optional

These cookies are used to deliver advertisements that are relevant to you and your interests. They also help measure the effectiveness of advertising campaigns. These cookies may track your browsing activity across different websites.

Cookie Name Purpose Duration Provider
__gads Measures ad interactions and prevents showing the same ads repeatedly 13 months Google AdSense
__gpi Collects data on visitor behavior for ad optimization 13 months Google AdSense
IDE Used by Google DoubleClick to track ad interactions 1 year Google DoubleClick
DSID Links your activity across devices if signed into Google 2 weeks Google DoubleClick
NID Stores preferences and ad personalization settings 6 months Google
_gcl_au Tracks conversions and ad efficiency 3 months Google AdSense

3.4 Affiliate Cookies Coming Soon

We are in the process of joining affiliate programs to help support our website. When active, these cookies will track purchases made through our affiliate links, ensuring we receive commission for referrals. No personal data is shared beyond purchase attribution.

Planned affiliate programs include:

  • Amazon Associates
  • ShareASale
  • CJ Affiliate (Commission Junction)
  • Rakuten Advertising
  • Impact
  • Awin
  • PartnerStack

This section will be updated with a detailed cookie table once our affiliate accounts are approved and active.

4. Third-Party Services

We use the following third-party services that may place cookies on your device:

Service Purpose Privacy Policy
Google Analytics Website analytics and visitor statistics Google Privacy Policy
Google AdSense Display advertising Google Privacy Policy

Opt-Out Options:

5. How to Manage Cookies

5.1 Through Our Cookie Banner

When you first visit our site, you'll see a cookie consent banner. You can choose to:

  • Accept All - Allow all cookies including analytics and advertising
  • Customize - Select which categories of cookies to allow
  • Reject Non-Essential - Only allow essential cookies needed for the site to work

To change your preferences after making a choice, use the "Reset Cookie Preferences" button at the top of this page or clear your browser cookies for nutrientshield.com.

5.2 Through Your Browser

Most web browsers allow you to control cookies through their settings:

⚠️ Important Note

Blocking or deleting cookies may impact your experience on our website. Some features may not work correctly without essential cookies, and you may need to log in again or re-enter your preferences each time you visit.

6. Do Not Track Signals

Some browsers have a "Do Not Track" (DNT) feature that signals to websites that you prefer not to be tracked. We currently do not respond to DNT signals because there is no industry-standard interpretation. However, you can manage your tracking preferences using our cookie consent banner or by opting out through the third-party links provided above.

7. Consent for EEA and UK Users

If you are located in the European Economic Area (EEA) or the United Kingdom, we will request your consent before placing non-essential cookies on your device, in compliance with the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) and the ePrivacy Directive.

Under these regulations, you have the right to:

  • Access information about what data we collect through cookies
  • Withdraw your consent at any time by resetting your cookie preferences
  • Request deletion of your personal data
  • Object to processing of your data for certain purposes
  • Lodge a complaint with your local data protection authority

8. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices, add new cookie categories (such as when affiliate programs are activated), or for other operational, legal, or regulatory reasons.

When we make changes, we will update the "Last Updated" date at the top of this page. For major changes like adding new cookie categories, we will reset the consent banner so you can review and accept the updated terms.

9. Contact Us

If you have any questions about our use of cookies or this Cookie Policy, please contact us:

NutrientShield Cookie Inquiries

Contact Page: nutrientshield.com/Contacts

We aim to respond to all inquiries within 30 days.

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