Cookie Policy
Introduction
This Cookie Policy explains how mealtimeshield uses cookies and similar tracking technologies on our website www.mealtimeshield.com.
We are committed to protecting the privacy and security of your data in accordance with the UK Privately Owned Personal Data Protection Act, the European General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR), and applicable US federal and state regulations.
What is a Cookie?
Cookies are small text files placed on your device (computer, smartphone, or tablet) when you visit a website. They allow the website to recognize your device and store information about your preferences or past actions.
How We Use Cookies
We use cookies to ensure the website functions properly, analyze traffic, and provide a secure browsing experience. We categorize cookies as follows:
Essential Cookies: These cookies are essential for the operation of the website. They enable you to browse the website and use its functions, such as accessing secure areas. Without these cookies, the services you request cannot be provided.
Performance and Analytics Cookies: These cookies enable us to identify and count the number of visitors and understand their browsing behavior while using our website. This helps us improve how the website functions.
Functional Cookies: These cookies are used to identify when you return to our website. This allows us to personalize content for you and remember your preferences (e.g., your chosen language or region).
Third-Party Cookies (Stripe)
We use third-party services to facilitate secure transactions and manage fraud detection. Specifically, we use Stripe.
Stripe: We use cookies provided by Stripe to assist in preventing fraud and detecting suspicious activity. These cookies are essential for maintaining the integrity of the checkout process. Stripe may collect data such as device identifiers and browsing patterns to identify and block fraudulent transactions.
Your Consent
We respect your privacy. We will only use non-essential cookies (such as performance or functional cookies) with your explicit consent.
Cookie Banner: A banner will appear requesting your consent when you first visit our website. We will only enable non-essential cookies after you click the “Accept” button.
You can withdraw your consent at any time by adjusting your browser settings or by contacting us.
Cookie Retention Period
How long a cookie remains on your device depends on its type:
Session Cookies: These cookies are temporary and are deleted from your device when you close your browser. They are used to manage your browsing session.
Persistent Cookies: These cookies remain on your device for a period of time, or until you manually delete them. We strictly limit the validity period of these cookies to only the time necessary to achieve their purpose, typically no more than 12 to 24 months, in accordance with European and UK data retention standards.
Cookie Management
You can control and manage cookies in several ways. Most browsers allow you to refuse or accept cookies, and delete them. Please note that if you block cookies that are absolutely necessary, some parts of our website may not function properly.
International Data Transfer
Because our company operates globally and has branches in the UK, USA, and Europe, data collected through cookies may be transferred to and processed in countries outside your place of residence. We will ensure that such data transfers comply with applicable legal frameworks, including the use of standard contractual terms where appropriate.
If you have any questions about our use of cookies, please contact us as follows:
Address: 118 Irchester Rd, Rushden NN10 9XQ UK
Phone: +44 7783886855
Email: silicone@mealtimeshield.com