Cookie Policy
Effective: September 2026 · Compliant with UK GDPR & PECR (Information Commissioner's Office)
Zero Advertising
We never use third-party advertising cookies or sell visitor telemetry to data brokers.
Strictly Necessary
Core security, consent memory, and authenticated admin sessions required for platform operation.
You Are In Control
Change your preferences anytime with our instant settings toggle.
Manage Your Cookie Preferences
You can review, enable, or revoke consent for analytics cookies at any time.
1. What Are Cookies?
Cookies are small text files that are stored on your computer, tablet, or mobile device when you visit a website. They are widely used by online services to make websites function efficiently, enhance user navigation, secure access, and provide anonymous reporting data to site operators.
2. How Safe Kitchen Uses Cookies
Safe Kitchen (operated at safekitchenapp.co.uk) uses cookies solely for two purposes:
- Strictly Necessary Cookies: Essential for browsing our website and utilizing core features (such as maintaining secure 2FA administrator authentication sessions and remembering your cookie consent choice). Under UK Privacy and Electronic Communications Regulations (PECR), these do not require prior consent because the service cannot function securely without them.
- Analytics & Performance Cookies: We utilize Google Analytics 4 to understand how kitchen operators discover our website, read our Food Hygiene Rating guides, and navigate between features. These cookies are completely blocked by default until you grant explicit consent via our cookie banner.
3. Complete Cookie Audit Table
| Cookie Identifier | Category | Provider | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| safekitchen_cookie_consent | Strictly Necessary | Safe Kitchen | Stores your cookie consent preferences and choices. | 12 Months |
| safekitchen_admin_session | Strictly Necessary | Safe Kitchen | Edge security token protecting the SuperAdmin dashboard against unauthorized access. | 24 Hours |
| _ga | Analytics (Optional) | Google LLC | Distinguishes unique visitors to anonymously measure page traffic and engagement. | 2 Years |
| _ga_1LBZVMV0LV | Analytics (Optional) | Google LLC | Maintains Google Analytics 4 session state across page views on the website. | 2 Years |
4. How to Manage or Disable Cookies in Your Browser
In addition to our on-site settings, most web browsers permit you to manage cookie settings, including blocking third-party cookies or clearing existing cookies entirely:
- Google Chrome: Settings → Privacy and Security → Cookies and other site data
- Apple Safari: Preferences → Privacy → Manage Website Data / Block all cookies
- Mozilla Firefox: Settings → Privacy & Security → Enhanced Tracking Protection
- Microsoft Edge: Settings → Cookies and site permissions → Manage and delete cookies
5. Updates to This Policy
We may update this Cookie Policy periodically to reflect technological adjustments, new browser standards, or legislative requirements from the UK Information Commissioner's Office (ICO). Any alterations will be published on this page with an updated effective date.
6. Contact & Questions
If you have any questions regarding our use of cookies or data privacy practices, please contact our Data Compliance team at support@safekitchenapp.co.uk or view our full Privacy Policy.