Cookie Policy

Last Revised: January 2026

What Are Cookies

Cookies are small text files that websites store on your device to remember information about your visit. They serve various purposes, from essential site functionality to analytics and advertising.

Our Approach to Cookies

The Wellness Narrative takes a minimal approach to cookies, using only what is strictly necessary for basic website functionality.

What We Use

We use only strictly necessary cookies for:

• Storing your cookie consent preference in your browser's local storage
• Maintaining basic site functionality and navigation

These essential cookies are required for the website to function properly and cannot be disabled through our website interface.

What We Do Not Use

This educational website explicitly does not use:

• Analytics Cookies: We do not track visitor behavior, page views, or usage patterns
• Advertising Cookies: We do not serve advertisements or use advertising networks
• Marketing Cookies: We do not track users for marketing purposes or create marketing narratives
• Social Media Cookies: We do not embed social media tracking pixels or buttons
• Third-Party Cookies: We do not allow third parties to set cookies through our website
• Performance Cookies: We do not monitor site performance through cookies
• Targeting Cookies: We do not create user profiles or deliver targeted content

Essential Cookies Details

Storage Item	Purpose	Duration
cookiesAccepted	Stores your acknowledgment of our cookie notice	Persistent (stored in browser local storage)

Your Cookie Choices

Browser Controls

You can control and manage cookies through your web browser settings. Most browsers allow you to:

• View what cookies are stored and delete them individually
• Block third-party cookies
• Block cookies from specific websites
• Block all cookies
• Delete all cookies when you close your browser

Impact of Blocking Essential Cookies

If you block or delete our essential cookies, the website will continue to function, but you may see the cookie notice banner repeatedly as your preference cannot be remembered.

Browser-Specific Instructions

To manage cookies in your browser, consult the following resources:

• Google Chrome: Settings → Privacy and security → Cookies and other site data
• Mozilla Firefox: Settings → Privacy & Security → Cookies and Site Data
• Safari: Preferences → Privacy → Cookies and website data
• Microsoft Edge: Settings → Cookies and site permissions → Cookies and site data

Local Storage

In addition to cookies, we use your browser's local storage to save your cookie consent preference. Local storage functions similarly to cookies but stores data locally in your browser without sending it to our server with each page request.

No Tracking Across Sites

We do not participate in cross-site tracking or advertising networks. Our website does not follow you to other websites or build profiles of your browsing behavior.

No Third-Party Services

We do not use third-party services that would set cookies or track visitors, including:

• Google Analytics or similar analytics platforms
• Advertising networks or exchanges
• Social media widgets or share buttons
• Marketing automation tools
• Customer relationship management platforms
• Chat or support widgets

Changes to This Policy

We may update this Cookie Policy to reflect changes in our practices or applicable laws. The date of the last revision appears at the top of this page. We will notify users of significant changes by updating the date and posting a notice on our website.

Questions About Cookies

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

Additional Information

For more information about cookies in general and how they work, you can visit:

• All About Cookies: www.allaboutcookies.org
• Information Commissioner's Office (ICO): ico.org.uk