Cookie Policy

Last updated: January 2024

What Are Cookies?

Cookies are small files stored on your device that help us recognize you, remember your preferences, and enhance your experience on GikFoods.

Types of Cookies We Use

Essential Cookies

These cookies are necessary for the website to function properly. They enable basic functions like page navigation and access to secure areas.

  • • Authentication cookies (keeping you logged in)
  • • Security cookies (preventing fraud)
  • • Session management cookies

Performance & Analytics Cookies

These help us understand how you use our platform and identify areas for improvement.

  • • Google Analytics for traffic analysis
  • • Page view tracking
  • • Feature usage metrics

Preference Cookies

These remember your preferences and settings for a personalized experience.

  • • Language preference
  • • Dashboard layout preferences
  • • Notification settings

Marketing Cookies

These track your interactions to provide relevant marketing and personalized content (with your consent).

  • • Facebook Pixel for retargeting ads
  • • Email marketing tracking
  • • Promotional campaign tracking

Third-Party Cookies

Some cookies are set by third-party services we use:

  • Google Analytics: Helps us understand user behavior
  • Stripe: Powers our payment processing
  • Social Media Platforms: Facebook, Instagram, TikTok pixels for marketing
  • Customer Support Tools: Zendesk for live chat functionality

Managing Your Cookie Preferences

In Your Browser

You can control cookies through your browser settings. Most browsers allow you to refuse cookies or alert you when cookies are being sent. Here's how:

  • • Chrome: Settings → Privacy and security → Cookies and other site data
  • • Firefox: Settings → Privacy & Security → Cookies and Site Data
  • • Safari: Preferences → Privacy → Cookies and website data
  • • Edge: Settings → Privacy, search, and services → Clear browsing data

On GikFoods

When you first visit GikFoods, we ask for your consent to use non-essential cookies. You can update your preferences anytime in your account settings.

Impact of Disabling Cookies

Disabling essential cookies may prevent the website from functioning properly. You can safely disable marketing and analytics cookies, but some features may not work optimally.

Do Not Track Signals

Some browsers include a "Do Not Track" feature. We currently do not respond to Do Not Track signals, but we do respect your cookie preferences.

Changes to This Policy

We may update this Cookie Policy periodically to reflect changes in our practices or for other operational, legal, or regulatory reasons.

Contact Us

If you have questions about our use of cookies, please contact privacy@gikfoods.com