This Cookie Policy explains what cookies are, how MealsCloud uses them, and what choices you have regarding their use. By continuing to use MealsCloud, you consent to our use of cookies as described in this policy. This policy should be read alongside our Privacy Policy.
1. What Are Cookies
Cookies are small text files that are placed on your device (computer, phone, or tablet) when you visit a website. They are widely used to make websites work efficiently, remember your preferences, and provide information to website owners about how their site is used.
Cookies can be "session cookies" which are deleted when you close your browser, or "persistent cookies" which remain on your device for a set period or until you delete them. Cookies can be set by the website you are visiting ("first-party cookies") or by third-party services running on that website.
2. How We Use Cookies
MealsCloud uses cookies to keep the platform functional, remember your preferences, understand how you use our service, and improve the overall experience. We do not use cookies to show you third-party advertisements.
3. Types of Cookies We Use
Essential Cookies
These cookies are strictly necessary for MealsCloud to function. They enable core features such as authentication, session management, and security. Without these cookies, the platform cannot operate. You cannot opt out of essential cookies while using MealsCloud.
- Session token: Keeps you logged in to your account during your visit
- CSRF token: Protects form submissions against cross-site request forgery attacks
- Security cookies: Used to detect and prevent fraudulent activity
Functional Cookies
Functional cookies remember your preferences and personalise your experience on MealsCloud. They are not strictly necessary but significantly improve usability.
- Theme preference: Remembers whether you prefer light or dark mode
- Language preference: Stores your selected display language if applicable
- Dashboard layout: Saves your preferred view settings in the order dashboard
Analytics Cookies
Analytics cookies help us understand how visitors interact with MealsCloud — which pages are most visited, how long users spend on each section, and where they navigate from. This data is aggregated and anonymised; it does not identify you personally. We use this information solely to improve the platform.
- Page visit tracking: Records which pages are visited and in what sequence
- Performance monitoring: Tracks page load times and errors to help us identify issues
- Feature usage: Helps us understand which features are used most so we can prioritise improvements
Marketing Cookies
We currently do not use marketing or advertising cookies on MealsCloud. If this changes in the future, we will update this policy and seek your consent before placing any such cookies.
4. Third-Party Cookies
Some third-party services embedded in MealsCloud may set their own cookies. These are governed by the respective third parties' own cookie and privacy policies:
- Vercel Analytics:Used for aggregated platform performance data. Vercel's privacy practices are described at vercel.com/legal/privacy-policy
We do not embed social media tracking pixels, advertising networks, or external remarketing scripts on MealsCloud.
5. Cookie Duration
- Session cookies: Deleted automatically when you close your browser
- Authentication cookies: Typically expire after 30 days of inactivity
- Preference cookies: Persist for up to 12 months
- Analytics cookies: Typically retained for up to 13 months
6. Managing and Disabling Cookies
You can control and delete cookies through your browser settings. All major browsers allow you to view, manage, and delete cookies. Here are links to cookie management guides for common browsers:
- Google Chrome: Settings → Privacy and security → Cookies and other site data
- Mozilla Firefox: Settings → Privacy & Security → Cookies and Site Data
- Apple Safari: Preferences → Privacy → Manage Website Data
- Microsoft Edge: Settings → Cookies and site permissions
Please note that disabling or deleting essential cookies will prevent you from logging in and using MealsCloud. Disabling functional cookies means some of your preferences (such as dark mode) will not be remembered between visits. Analytics cookies can be disabled without affecting your ability to use the platform.
7. Changes to This Policy
We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our cookie usage or applicable regulations. When we make material changes, we will notify you by posting a notice on MealsCloud. The date at the top of this policy indicates when it was last revised.
8. Contact
If you have any questions about our use of cookies, please contact us at:
MealsCloud
Email: [email protected]
Website: mealscloud.com