Cookie Policy

Learn about how we use cookies and similar technologies to enhance your browsing experience

Last Updated: March 7, 2026

What Are Cookies?

Cookies are small text files that are placed on your device (computer, smartphone, or tablet) when you visit a website. They are widely used to make websites work more efficiently and provide information to website owners.

This Cookie Policy explains how Vision Health Sciences Publishers ("we," "us," or "our") uses cookies and similar technologies on our website. By using our website, you consent to the use of cookies as described in this policy.

Types of Cookies We Use

Essential Cookies (Strictly Necessary)

These cookies are necessary for the website to function properly. They enable core functionality such as security, network management, and accessibility.

Purpose:

  • Authentication and login sessions
  • Shopping cart functionality
  • Security and fraud prevention
  • Load balancing and performance
  • User preferences and settings

Can be disabled: No - These cookies are essential for the website to work

Analytics and Performance Cookies

These cookies help us understand how visitors interact with our website by collecting and reporting information anonymously.

Purpose:

  • Track page visits and user behavior
  • Measure website performance
  • Identify popular content and pages
  • Understand traffic sources
  • Improve user experience

Examples: Google Analytics, Google Tag Manager

Can be disabled: Yes - Through browser settings or cookie preferences

Functional Cookies

These cookies enable enhanced functionality and personalization, such as remembering your preferences and choices.

Purpose:

  • Remember language preferences
  • Store theme settings (light/dark mode)
  • Remember region or location
  • Personalize content based on preferences
  • Enable social media features

Can be disabled: Yes - May affect website functionality

Marketing and Advertising Cookies

These cookies are used to deliver advertisements relevant to you and your interests. They also help measure the effectiveness of advertising campaigns.

Purpose:

  • Display relevant advertisements
  • Track ad campaign performance
  • Limit ad frequency
  • Measure conversion rates
  • Retargeting and remarketing

Examples: Google Ads, Facebook Pixel, AdSense

Can be disabled: Yes - Through browser settings or cookie preferences

Third-Party Cookies

In addition to our own cookies, we may use third-party cookies from trusted partners to enhance your experience:

Google Analytics

Helps us understand how visitors use our website through anonymous data collection.

Google AdSense

Displays relevant advertisements based on your browsing behavior.

Payment Processors

Secure payment gateways use cookies to process transactions safely.

Social Media Platforms

Enable social sharing features and track engagement.

These third parties have their own privacy policies. We recommend reviewing their policies to understand how they use cookies.

Cookie Duration

Session Cookies

Temporary cookies that are deleted when you close your browser. Used for essential functions like maintaining your login session and shopping cart.

Persistent Cookies

Remain on your device for a set period or until you delete them. Used to remember your preferences and provide a personalized experience on return visits. Duration varies from days to years depending on the cookie type.

How to Manage Cookies

You have several options to manage or disable cookies:

Browser Settings

Most browsers allow you to control cookies through their settings. You can:

  • Block all cookies
  • Block third-party cookies only
  • Delete cookies after each browsing session
  • Accept cookies from specific websites
  • Receive notifications when cookies are set

Browser-Specific Instructions

Google Chrome: Settings → Privacy and security → Cookies and other site data
Mozilla Firefox: Options → Privacy & Security → Cookies and Site Data
Safari: Preferences → Privacy → Manage Website Data
Microsoft Edge: Settings → Cookies and site permissions → Manage and delete cookies

Opt-Out Tools

You can opt out of specific tracking cookies:

Please note: Disabling cookies may affect the functionality of our website. Some features may not work properly, and you may not be able to access certain areas or services.

Do Not Track Signals

Some browsers include a "Do Not Track" (DNT) feature that signals to websites that you do not want your online activities tracked. Currently, there is no industry standard for how to respond to DNT signals. We do not currently respond to DNT signals, but we respect your privacy choices and provide cookie management options as described above.

Mobile Devices

Mobile devices use identifiers similar to cookies. You can manage these through your device settings:

  • iOS: Settings → Privacy → Advertising → Limit Ad Tracking
  • Android: Settings → Google → Ads → Opt out of Ads Personalization

Changes to This Cookie Policy

We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time to reflect changes in technology, legislation, or our practices. We will notify you of any material changes by posting the updated policy on our website and updating the "Last Updated" date. We encourage you to review this policy periodically.

Contact Us

If you have questions about our use of cookies, please contact us:

Vision Health Sciences Publishers

Email: visionhealthsciencespublisher@gmail.com
Phone: +91 9646927599

Address: F 260, 8B, Phase 1, Industrial Area
Sahibzada Ajit Singh Nagar, Punjab 160055, India

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