Cookie Policy
Last updated: February 14, 2026
1. What Are Cookies?
Cookies are small text files placed on your device when you visit a website. They are used to make websites work properly, remember preferences, and understand how visitors use the site.
This policy describes the cookies and similar technologies we use in connection with our website and services (including health & wellness content, recipes, fitness, community, shop links, newsletter, and user accounts). Use of our site is also governed by our Terms of Service and Privacy Policy.
2. How We Use Cookies
Her Stronger Self uses cookies and similar technologies for the following purposes:
2.1 Essential Cookies
These cookies are necessary for the website to function. They enable navigation, secure areas, form submissions, and security features. The site cannot function properly without them.
- Authentication and session management (e.g. next-auth session)
- CSRF (Cross-Site Request Forgery) protection for secure form submissions
- Load balancing and security
2.2 Performance and Analytics Cookies
These cookies help us understand how visitors use our website (e.g. pages visited, errors). We may use third-party analytics that set their own cookies.
- Analytics and usage reporting
- Error tracking and monitoring
2.3 Functional Cookies
These cookies enable enhanced functionality and personalization.
- Language preference
- User interface preferences
- Newsletter subscription preferences
2.4 Marketing and Third-Party Cookies
When we use affiliate links (e.g. to retailers) or embed third-party content (e.g. video players), those third parties may set their own cookies. Their use is governed by their respective privacy and cookie policies.
3. Types of Cookies
3.1 Session Cookies
Temporary cookies that are deleted when you close your browser. They maintain your session and security state while you browse.
3.2 Persistent Cookies
Cookies that remain on your device for a set period or until you delete them. They remember preferences and settings for future visits.
3.3 Third-Party Cookies
Cookies set by third-party services we use (e.g. analytics, embedded video, affiliate partners). These are subject to the third parties' policies.
4. Specific Cookies We Use
| Cookie Name | Purpose | Duration | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| csrf_token | CSRF protection (server-side validation) | Session | Essential |
| csrf_token_js | CSRF token readable by JavaScript for form submissions | Session | Essential |
| next-auth.session-token | Authentication session (when logged in) | Session | Essential |
| NEXTAUTH_* (or similar) | NextAuth.js session state | Session | Essential |
| Language / locale preference | Stores language choice for multi-language content | As set | Functional |
| newsletter_subscription | Newsletter preferences | 1 year | Functional |
| _ga / _gid | Google Analytics (if enabled) | 2 years / 24 hours | Analytics |
Cookie names and lifetimes may change with updates to our site or third-party services. This table reflects our current understanding of cookies used in connection with our Services.
5. Third-Party Services
Third-party services that may set cookies include:
5.1 Analytics
If we use Google Analytics or similar services, they may set cookies to collect usage data. You can opt out via the Google Analytics Opt-out Browser Add-on or your browser settings.
5.2 Embedded Content
Embedded content (e.g. video players) may set their own cookies. These are governed by the respective provider's policy.
5.3 Affiliate and External Links
Links to retailers or other sites may result in cookies being set by those sites when you visit them. We do not control those cookies.
6. Managing Cookies
You can control cookies through your browser settings. You can typically:
- View and delete existing cookies
- Block cookies from specific sites or all sites
- Set preferences for different cookie types
Blocking essential cookies may prevent the site from functioning correctly (e.g. login, form submission, security). For third-party opt-outs, see the links in section 5 where applicable.
7. Do Not Track
Some browsers offer a "Do Not Track" (DNT) signal. Our website may not currently respond to DNT. You can still control tracking via browser settings and the opt-out options described above.
8. Updates
We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time. We will post the updated policy on this page and update the "Last updated" date. Your continued use of the site after changes constitutes acceptance where permitted by law.
9. Contact
For questions about our use of cookies or this Cookie Policy:
Email: privacy@herstrongerself.com
Address: [Your Business Address]
Phone: [Your Phone Number]
10. Additional Resources
For more information about cookies and how to manage them: