1. What Are Cookies?
Cookies are small text files that are stored on your device when you visit our website or use our mobile app. They help us provide you with a better experience by remembering your preferences and improving our services.
2. How We Use Cookies
We use cookies and similar technologies for the following purposes:
2.1 Essential Cookies
These cookies are necessary for the App to function properly. They enable core functionality such as:
- User authentication and account management
- Security and fraud prevention
- Basic app functionality
2.2 Performance Cookies
These cookies help us understand how users interact with our App:
- Analytics and usage statistics
- Error reporting and debugging
- Performance monitoring
2.3 Functional Cookies
These cookies enhance your experience by remembering your choices:
- User preferences and settings
- Language and region settings
- Personalized content
3. Third-Party Cookies
We may use third-party services that set their own cookies, including:
- Analytics Services: To understand app usage and improve our services
- Crash Reporting: To identify and fix technical issues
- Restaurant Data Providers: To provide up-to-date restaurant information
4. Managing Cookies
You can control cookies through your device settings:
4.1 Mobile App
- Essential cookies cannot be disabled as they are required for the App to function
- You can opt out of analytics cookies in the App settings
- You can reset your advertising ID in your device settings
4.2 Website
- Most browsers allow you to control cookies through their settings
- You can delete existing cookies and prevent future cookies from being set
- Note that disabling cookies may affect website functionality
5. Cookie Retention
We retain cookies for different periods depending on their purpose:
- Session Cookies: Deleted when you close the app
- Persistent Cookies: Stored for up to 2 years or until you delete them
- Analytics Cookies: Typically retained for 26 months
6. Updates to This Policy
We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time. We will notify you of any material changes by posting the updated policy in the App and on our website.
7. Contact Us
If you have questions about our use of cookies, please contact us at:
- Email: privacy@whereareweating.app
- Address: Where Are We Eating, 123 Tech Street, San Francisco, CA 94105