1. Introduction

This Cookie Policy explains how DailyMenu ("we", "us", or "our") uses cookies and similar tracking technologies when you use our Service.

Effective Date: December 26, 2025

Last Updated: December 26, 2025

By using our Service, you consent to the use of cookies as described in this policy. You can manage your cookie preferences at any time using our cookie settings.

2. What Are Cookies?

Cookies are small text files that are stored on your device (computer, tablet, or mobile phone) when you visit a website. They help websites recognize your device and remember information about your visit.

2.1 Types of Cookies We Use

Session Cookies: Temporary cookies that expire when you close your browser
Persistent Cookies: Cookies that remain on your device until they expire or you delete them
First-Party Cookies: Set directly by DailyMenu
Third-Party Cookies: Set by third-party services (e.g., OAuth providers)

3. Cookies We Use

Essential CookiesAlways Active

Required for the website to function. These cannot be disabled.

next-auth.session-token

Authentication session

Session

next-auth.csrf-token

Security (CSRF protection)

Session

Why can't I disable these? These cookies are strictly necessary for the Service to function. Without them, you cannot log in, access your account, or use DailyMenu's features.

Analytics CookiesYour Consent Required

Help us understand how you use our service to improve your experience.

dm_visitor_id

Identifies returning visitors for analytics

1 year

What does this cookie track? This cookie helps us identify returning visitors to your menu, understand traffic sources (e.g., QR code, social media, direct link), and provide analytics insights for Business plan subscribers.

Can I opt out? Yes! You can decline analytics cookies at any time. Click "Manage Cookie Preferences" above to change your settings.

Marketing CookiesNot Currently Used

Used to deliver personalized advertisements (currently not used).

We currently do not use any marketing or advertising cookies. If we add them in the future, we will update this policy and request your consent.

4. Legal Compliance

Our cookie consent system complies with the following regulations:

GDPR (European Union)

Under the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR), we must obtain your explicit consent before setting non-essential cookies. You have the right to withdraw consent at any time.

CCPA (California, USA)

Under the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA), you have the right to opt-out of the sale of your personal information. We do not sell your data, but you can control analytics cookies via our settings.

LFPDPPP (Mexico)

Under Mexico's Federal Law on Protection of Personal Data Held by Private Parties, you have the right to access, rectify, cancel, and oppose (ARCO rights) the processing of your data, including cookies.

5. Managing Your Cookie Preferences

5.1 DailyMenu Cookie Settings

You can manage your cookie preferences at any time by clicking the button below:

Changes to your cookie preferences take effect immediately. If you decline analytics cookies, the dm_visitor_id cookie will be deleted from your browser.

5.2 Browser Settings

You can also control cookies directly through your browser settings. Here's how to manage cookies in popular browsers:

Google Chrome: Chrome Cookie Settings
Mozilla Firefox: Firefox Cookie Settings
Safari: Safari Cookie Settings
Microsoft Edge: Edge Cookie Settings

Warning

If you block or delete essential cookies (authentication cookies) via your browser, you will not be able to log in or use DailyMenu.

5.3 Withdrawing Consent

You can withdraw your consent for analytics cookies at any time:

Click "Manage Cookie Preferences" above
Toggle off "Analytics Cookies"
Click "Save Preferences"

Your analytics cookie (dm_visitor_id) will be immediately deleted, and we will stop tracking your visits.

6.1 Authentication (Essential)

Verify your identity when you log in
Maintain your session while you use DailyMenu
Protect against CSRF attacks
Remember your login state

6.2 Analytics (With Your Consent)

Identify returning visitors vs. new visitors
Track traffic sources (QR code, social media, direct, etc.)
Understand device types (mobile, desktop, tablet)
Provide menu performance insights (Business plan only)
Improve our service based on usage patterns

Important: Analytics data is only collected if you have consented to analytics cookies. If you decline, we still track page views anonymously (no cookies set), but we cannot identify returning visitors.

7. Cookie Data Retention

Essential Cookies (Session)

Duration: Until you log out or close your browser
Purpose: Maintain your active session

Analytics Cookies (Persistent)

Duration: 1 year from last visit
Purpose: Identify returning visitors
Deletion: Automatically after 1 year, or immediately if you decline analytics cookies

Consent Preferences

Duration: Indefinitely (until you clear browser data)
Storage: localStorage (not a cookie)
Purpose: Remember your cookie preferences so we don't ask again

8. Third-Party Cookies

We do not use third-party advertising or tracking cookies. However, when you log in via Google or Facebook OAuth, those providers may set their own cookies:

Google OAuth

When you log in with Google, Google may set cookies for authentication. See Google's Cookie Policy.

Facebook OAuth

When you log in with Facebook, Facebook may set cookies for authentication. See Facebook's Cookie Policy.

We have no control over third-party cookies set by OAuth providers. Please review their respective privacy policies.

9. Updates to This Cookie Policy

We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our use of cookies or legal requirements. When we make changes:

We will update the "Last Updated" date at the top of this page
If changes are significant, we will notify you via email or a banner in the Service
Your continued use of the Service constitutes acceptance

10. Contact Us

If you have questions about our use of cookies, please contact us:

Email: [email protected]

Subject: "Cookie Policy Inquiry"

For general privacy questions, see our Privacy Policy.

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