Last updated: 10 March 2026
This Cookie Policy explains how Istaren Press ("we", "us", or "our") uses cookies and similar tracking technologies when you visit istaren.info. It explains what these technologies are and why we use them, as well as your rights to control their use.
Istaren Press is an independent editorial publication focused on everyday wellness practices. The publication is not affiliated with any commercial, governmental, or institutional body.
By continuing to browse our site after being presented with the cookie consent banner, you acknowledge that cookies may be placed on your device in accordance with the preferences you select. You may change your preferences at any time using the Cookie Settings link in our footer.
Cookies are small text files that are placed on your computer or mobile device when you visit a website. They are widely used to make websites function correctly, work more efficiently, and to provide information to the site owners.
Cookies can be "persistent" — remaining on your device until you delete them or they expire — or "session" cookies, which are deleted automatically once you close your browser. We use both types on this site.
In addition to cookies, we may also use similar technologies such as web beacons, pixel tags, and local storage. This policy applies equally to all such technologies where relevant.
These cookies are essential for the website to function and cannot be switched off in our systems. They are usually only set in response to actions made by you, such as setting your privacy preferences, logging in, or filling in forms.
You can set your browser to block or alert you about these cookies, but some parts of the site may not work as a result. These cookies do not store any personally identifiable information.
| Cookie Name | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| ip_cookie_consent | Stores your cookie consent preferences | 12 months |
| ip_session | Maintains your session state while browsing | Session |
| ip_csrf | Protects forms against cross-site request forgery | Session |
These cookies enable the website to provide enhanced functionality and personalisation. They may be set by us or by third-party providers whose services we have added to our pages. If you do not allow these cookies, some or all of these features may not function correctly.
| Cookie Name | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| ip_lang | Remembers your language preference | 6 months |
| ip_theme | Stores display preference settings | 6 months |
These cookies allow us to count visits and traffic sources so we can measure and improve the performance of our site. They help us understand which pages are the most and least popular and see how visitors move around the site. All information these cookies collect is aggregated and therefore anonymous.
If you do not allow these cookies, we will not know when you have visited our site and will not be able to monitor its performance. We use these insights solely to improve editorial content and navigation.
| Cookie Name | Provider | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| _ga | Google Analytics | Distinguishes unique users | 2 years |
| _ga_* | Google Analytics | Persists session state | 2 years |
| _gid | Google Analytics | Distinguishes users within 24 hours | 24 hours |
These cookies may be set through our site by our advertising partners. They may be used by those companies to build a profile of your interests and show you relevant adverts on other sites. They do not directly store personal information but are based on uniquely identifying your browser and internet device.
If you do not allow these cookies, you will experience less targeted advertising. We only enable these cookies when you have explicitly accepted them via our cookie consent banner.
You have the right to decide whether to accept or reject cookies (other than strictly necessary cookies). You may exercise your preferences in several ways:
When you first visit our site, you will be presented with a cookie consent banner. You may select "Accept All", "Accept Partial", or "Functional Only" to tailor your preferences. You can revisit these preferences at any time by clicking Cookie Settings in the footer of any page.
Most web browsers allow some control of cookies through the browser settings. You can set your browser to refuse cookies or to alert you when a cookie is being set. To find out how to manage cookies in your browser, please refer to your browser's help documentation or visit the links below:
Please note that if you choose to block all cookies, including strictly necessary ones, you may not be able to access parts of the site and certain features may not function correctly.
To opt out of Google Analytics across all websites, you may install the Google Analytics Opt-out Browser Add-on, available at tools.google.com/dlpage/gaoptout.
In addition to our own cookies, we may also use various third-party cookies to report usage statistics of the website, deliver advertisements, and so on. These third parties have their own privacy and cookie policies, which we encourage you to review.
Third-party services that may set cookies on our site include:
We do not control the placement of cookies by these third parties and cannot access or read their content. For further information, please consult the respective third-party privacy notices.
We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time in order to reflect changes to the cookies we use or for other operational, legal, or regulatory reasons. Please revisit this page regularly to stay informed about our use of cookies.
The date at the top of this Cookie Policy indicates when it was last updated. Where changes are material, we will make reasonable efforts to provide a summary notice on the site.
If you have questions about our use of cookies or other technologies, please contact us: