Cookie Policy
Last updated: July 8, 2026
This Cookie Policy explains how VesselWell Journal (Meridian Wellness Media LLC) uses cookies and similar technologies on this website, what each category does, and how you can manage your choices at any time.
1. What are cookies?
Cookies are small text files stored on your device when you visit a website. They help the site function, remember your preferences, and - where you consent - measure usage and support advertising.
2. Categories of cookies we use
Strictly necessary
These are required for the site to work, such as remembering your cookie choices and keeping the site secure. They cannot be switched off in our systems.
Analytics
With your consent, we use Google Analytics to understand how visitors use the site. These cookies set identifiers such as _ga and _gid.
Marketing / advertising
With your consent, we use Google Ads to measure and deliver advertising. These cookies include identifiers such as _gcl_au.
3. Cookie table
| Cookie | Provider | Category | Purpose |
|---|---|---|---|
| cookieConsent | This site | Necessary | Stores your cookie preferences |
| _ga | Google Analytics | Analytics | Distinguishes users |
| _gid | Google Analytics | Analytics | Distinguishes users (short term) |
| _gcl_au | Google Ads | Marketing | Measures ad conversions |
4. Consent Mode v2
We use Google Consent Mode v2. Until you give consent, advertising and analytics storage (ad_storage, ad_user_data, ad_personalization, analytics_storage) remain denied. When you accept, these are updated to granted according to your choices.
5. How to manage or withdraw consent
You can change your choices at any time using the "Settings" option in our cookie banner, or by clearing cookies in your browser. Most browsers also let you block or delete cookies through their settings. Withdrawing consent does not affect the lawfulness of processing carried out before withdrawal.
6. Changes
We may update this Cookie Policy as our practices or applicable law change. The "last updated" date above reflects the latest version.