Last updated: 12 March 2026
This Cookie Policy explains what cookies are, how Belmora Journal uses them on this website, and the choices available to you regarding their use. By continuing to browse this site after reviewing this policy, and by selecting your preferences via the cookie consent banner, you acknowledge the use of cookies as described below.
Belmora Journal is an independent editorial publication focused on everyday wellness practices. The publication is not affiliated with any commercial, governmental, or institutional body. We use cookies solely to improve your browsing experience and to understand how readers engage with our editorial content.
Cookies are small text files that are placed on your device (computer, tablet, or mobile phone) when you visit a website. They are widely used to make websites function properly, to improve efficiency, and to provide reporting information to site operators.
Cookies set by the website owner — in this case, Belmora Journal — are called "first-party cookies". Cookies set by parties other than the website owner are called "third-party cookies". Third-party cookies enable third-party features or functionality to be provided through the website.
Cookies can remain on your device for different periods of time. "Session cookies" last only until you close your browser. "Persistent cookies" remain after the browser is closed and can be read when you next visit the website.
We categorise the cookies on this website into three groups:
These cookies are essential for the website to function. They enable core features such as cookie consent preferences, page navigation, and access to secure areas of the site. The website cannot function properly without these cookies, and they cannot be disabled.
| Cookie Name | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| belmora_consent | Stores your cookie consent preference | 12 months |
| belmora_session | Maintains session state during your visit | Session |
These cookies help us understand how readers interact with our content by collecting and reporting information anonymously. They allow us to see which articles are read most, how long readers spend on individual pages, and where visitors come from. This information helps us improve our editorial output.
| Cookie Name | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| _ga | Google Analytics — distinguishes unique readers | 2 years |
| _ga_* | Google Analytics — session state | 2 years |
| _gid | Google Analytics — distinguishes readers (24h) | 24 hours |
These cookies are set by third-party services embedded in certain pages of this website. This includes the Google Maps embed on our Contact page. These third parties have their own privacy and cookie policies, which we encourage you to review.
| Service | Purpose | More info |
|---|---|---|
| Google Maps | Displays our office location on the Contact page | Google Privacy |
When you first visit this website, a cookie consent banner will appear at the bottom of the screen. You may choose to accept all cookies, accept only partial cookies, or accept functional-only cookies. Your preference will be recorded and respected on subsequent visits.
You may revisit and change your cookie preferences at any time by clicking the "Cookie Settings" link in the footer of any page on this website.
You may also control cookies directly through your browser settings. Most browsers allow you to:
Please note that disabling certain cookies may affect the functionality of this website. Strictly necessary cookies cannot be disabled through browser settings alone without impacting core site features.
For analytics and third-party cookies, the following opt-out resources are available:
This Cookie Policy may be updated from time to time to reflect changes in our practices or applicable regulations. The date at the top of this page indicates when the policy was last revised. We encourage you to review this page periodically.
For any questions about this Cookie Policy, contact us at [email protected] or by post at 57 Lamb's Conduit Street, WC1N 3NB London, United Kingdom.