Cookie Policy

This Cookie Policy explains how LBME Softworks ("we," "our," or "us") uses cookies and similar technologies when you visit our website or use our Mealgram mobile application.

1. What Are Cookies?

Cookies are small text files that are stored on your device when you visit a website or use an app. They help us provide you with a better experience by:

• Remembering your preferences and settings
• Keeping you signed in to your account
• Understanding how you use our services
• Improving our website and app performance
• Providing personalized content and recommendations

Similar Technologies

We also use similar technologies such as:

• Web beacons: Small graphics that help us track user interactions
• Local storage: Browser storage for app data and preferences
• Mobile identifiers: Device-specific identifiers for mobile apps
• Analytics tools: Services that help us understand user behavior

2. How We Use Cookies

We use cookies and similar technologies for several purposes:

2.1 Essential Functions

• Authentication and account management
• Security and fraud prevention
• Basic website and app functionality
• Load balancing and performance optimization

2.2 User Experience

• Remembering your preferences and settings
• Personalizing content and recommendations
• Maintaining your shopping cart or saved items
• Providing language and region preferences

2.3 Analytics and Performance

• Understanding how users interact with our services
• Measuring website and app performance
• Identifying and fixing technical issues
• Conducting research and analysis

2.4 Marketing and Advertising

• Delivering relevant advertisements
• Measuring advertising effectiveness
• Retargeting and remarketing campaigns
• Social media integration

3. Types of Cookies We Use

3.1 Essential Cookies

Purpose: Required for basic website functionality

Duration: Session or up to 1 year

Can be disabled: No (would break core functionality)

These cookies are necessary for our website to function properly and cannot be disabled.

3.2 Performance Cookies

Purpose: Help us understand how visitors use our website

Duration: Up to 2 years

Can be disabled: Yes

Examples include:

• Google Analytics cookies
• Firebase Analytics
• Performance monitoring tools

3.3 Functional Cookies

Purpose: Remember your preferences and provide enhanced features

Duration: Up to 1 year

Can be disabled: Yes

Examples include:

• Language preferences
• Theme settings (light/dark mode)
• Recently viewed recipes
• Saved search filters

3.4 Marketing Cookies

Purpose: Deliver relevant advertisements and measure their effectiveness

Duration: Up to 2 years

Can be disabled: Yes

Examples include:

• Google Ads cookies
• Facebook Pixel
• Social media sharing buttons
• Retargeting pixels

4. Third-Party Cookies

We work with trusted third-party services that may set their own cookies:

4.1 Analytics Services

• Google Analytics: Privacy Policy | Opt-out
• Firebase Analytics: Privacy Policy

4.2 Authentication Services

• Google Sign-In: Privacy Policy
• Apple Sign-In: Privacy Policy

4.3 Social Media

• Facebook: Privacy Policy
• Twitter: Privacy Policy
• Instagram: Privacy Policy

4.4 Advertising Networks

• Google Ads: Privacy Policy | Ad Settings

5. Managing Your Cookie Preferences

5.1 Browser Settings

You can control cookies through your browser settings:

• 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 > Cookies and site permissions > Cookies and site data

5.2 Cookie Consent Banner

When you first visit our website, you'll see a cookie consent banner where you can:

• Accept all cookies
• Reject non-essential cookies
• Customize your preferences
• Learn more about each cookie type

5.3 Opt-Out Links

You can opt out of specific tracking services:

• Google Analytics Opt-out
• Digital Advertising Alliance Opt-out
• European Interactive Digital Advertising Alliance

5.4 Impact of Disabling Cookies

Disabling certain cookies may affect your experience:

• You may need to sign in repeatedly
• Preferences and settings may not be saved
• Some features may not work properly
• Content may be less personalized

6. Mobile App Data Collection

Our mobile app uses similar technologies to cookies for data collection and user experience enhancement:

6.1 Mobile Analytics

• Firebase Analytics: App usage statistics and crash reporting
• Performance Monitoring: App performance and error tracking
• User Engagement: Feature usage and user flow analysis

6.2 Device Information

• Device type and operating system
• App version and build information
• Device identifiers (advertising ID, device ID)
• Network information and IP address

6.3 App Preferences

• User settings and preferences
• Notification preferences
• Theme and display settings
• Recently viewed content

6.4 Managing Mobile Data Collection

You can control mobile data collection through:

• App Settings: Privacy and data collection preferences within the app
• Device Settings: Advertising preferences and app permissions
• Account Settings: Analytics and personalization options

7. Updates to This Cookie Policy

We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time to reflect:

• Changes in our cookie usage
• New technologies and tracking methods
• Legal and regulatory requirements
• Updates to third-party services

When we make significant changes, we will:

• Update the "Last updated" date
• Notify you through our website or app
• Request new consent where required
• Provide clear information about changes

We encourage you to review this Cookie Policy periodically to stay informed about our practices.

8. Contact Us

If you have questions about this Cookie Policy or our use of cookies, please contact us:

We will respond to your inquiry within 30 days. For urgent cookie-related concerns, please mark your email as "URGENT - Cookie Policy."

9. Additional Resources

9.1 Learn More About Cookies

• All About Cookies
• Cookiepedia
• Your Online Choices

9.2 Privacy Tools

• Google Analytics Opt-out Browser Add-on
• Digital Advertising Alliance Opt-out
• Network Advertising Initiative Opt-out

9.3 Related Policies

• Privacy Policy - How we collect and use your personal information
• Terms of Service - Terms and conditions for using our services