1. Introduction
This Cookie Policy explains how BiteWise ("BiteWise", "we", "our" or "us") uses cookies and similar technologies when you visit our website, use the BiteWise Client App, the BiteWise Chef App, or interact with any related online services (collectively, the "Service").
This Cookie Policy should be read together with our Privacy Policy and Terms of Service.
By continuing to use our Service, you acknowledge that cookies and similar technologies may be used as described in this Policy where permitted by applicable law.
2. What Are Cookies?
Cookies are small text files placed on your device when you visit a website or use certain online services.
Cookies help websites remember information about your visit, improve functionality, enhance security, and provide a better user experience.
Depending on applicable law, BiteWise may also use similar technologies, including:
- Local Storage
- Session Storage
- SDK storage
- Device identifiers
- Pixel technologies
- Similar browser or application storage technologies
For simplicity, all of these technologies are referred to in this document as "Cookies."
3. Why We Use Cookies
We use Cookies for several purposes, including:
- operating and securing the Service;
- remembering user preferences;
- maintaining login sessions;
- improving performance;
- detecting technical issues;
- preventing fraud and abuse;
- measuring Service reliability;
- complying with legal obligations.
We do not use Cookies to collect more personal information than necessary for these purposes.
4. Types of Cookies We Use
4.1 Strictly Necessary Cookies
Essential for authentication, login sessions, security tokens, load balancing, fraud prevention, language selection and cookie consent preferences.
Legal basis:
- Article 6(1)(b) GDPR
- Article 6(1)(f) GDPR
- Section 25(2) TDDDG (where applicable)
These Cookies do not require consent where permitted by applicable law.
4.2 Functional Cookies
Remember preferred language, visual theme, user interface settings and recently used options. These Cookies may require consent depending on applicable law.
4.3 Analytics Cookies
Help us understand usage, visited pages, session duration, crash information, performance metrics and anonymized statistics. Used only after consent where required.
4.4 Marketing Cookies
At the time of this Master Version, BiteWise does not actively use marketing cookies unless specifically stated. Consent will be requested if introduced.
5. Cookies Currently Used by BiteWise
| Cookie | Purpose | Duration | Required |
|---|---|---|---|
| Session | User authentication and login session | Session | Yes |
| Locale | Stores preferred language | Up to 12 months | Yes |
| Theme | Stores interface appearance | Up to 12 months | Yes |
| CookieConsent | Stores cookie preferences | Up to 12 months | Yes |
This list may change as BiteWise evolves.
6. Third-Party Services
BiteWise may use carefully selected third-party providers including Supabase, Vercel, Amazon Web Services (AWS), Stripe, Apple App Store, Google Play, email providers, analytics providers and future OCR or AI providers. Each provider processes information under its own privacy documentation and applicable law.
7. Managing Your Cookie Preferences
Where required by law, BiteWise will request consent before placing non-essential Cookies. Preferences may be managed through the Cookie Banner, browser settings, deleting stored Cookies or changing device settings. Disabling certain Cookies may affect functionality.
8. International Data Transfers
Where providers process information outside the EEA, BiteWise implements appropriate GDPR safeguards including SCCs, adequacy decisions and supplementary measures where applicable.
9. Changes to This Cookie Policy
We may update this Policy to reflect legal, technical or operational changes. Material updates will be reflected by a new Last Updated date and, where required, additional notice.
10. Contact Information
BiteWise
Privacy Contact: [To be completed]
Email: privacy@bitewise.io
Registered Address: [To be completed]
Company Registration Number: [To be completed]
VAT ID: [To be completed if applicable]
Schedule 1 – Current Cookie Inventory
| Category | Cookie | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| Strictly Necessary | Session | Authentication | Session |
| Strictly Necessary | CookieConsent | Stores consent preferences | 12 months |
| Functional | Locale | Preferred language | 12 months |
| Functional | Theme | User interface theme | 12 months |
Schedule 2 – Future Technologies
As BiteWise continues to develop, additional technologies may be introduced, including analytics platforms, payment providers, fraud prevention tools, OCR services, AI-assisted processing services, customer support platforms and performance monitoring tools.
Before deploying technologies that require user consent under applicable law, BiteWise will update this Cookie Policy and obtain consent where legally required.