Cookie Policy
Information about our cookie policy
Last updated: 8/21/2025
1. What Are Cookies?
Cookies are small text files that are placed on your device when you visit a website. They help websites remember information about your visit, which can make your next visit easier and the site more useful to you.
2. How We Use Cookies
KitchenRoles uses cookies to:
- Remember your preferences: Such as language settings and display preferences
- Keep you signed in: So you don't have to log in every time you visit
- Improve performance: Understanding how you use our site helps us optimize it
- Provide relevant content: Showing you jobs and information relevant to your interests
- Analyze usage: Understanding overall site traffic and usage patterns
- Ensure security: Protecting against fraudulent activity and unauthorized access
3. Types of Cookies We Use
3.1 Essential Cookies
These cookies are necessary for the website to function properly. They enable core functionality such as:
- User authentication and login sessions
- Security features and fraud prevention
- Load balancing and server optimization
- Remembering items in your application basket
Duration: Session or up to 1 year Can be disabled: No (site won't function properly)
3.2 Functional Cookies
These cookies enable enhanced functionality and personalization:
- Remembering your preferences (language, region, display settings)
- Customizing content based on your previous visits
- Remembering information you've entered in forms
- Providing enhanced features like job recommendations
Duration: Up to 2 years Can be disabled: Yes, but some features may not work
3.3 Analytics Cookies
We use these cookies to understand how visitors interact with our website:
- Pages visited and time spent on each page
- Links clicked and navigation paths
- Error messages encountered
- Device and browser information
- Geographic location (country/city level)
Providers: Google Analytics, Internal Analytics Duration: Up to 2 years Can be disabled: Yes
3.4 Marketing Cookies
These cookies may be set through our site by advertising partners:
- Building a profile of your interests
- Showing relevant ads on other sites
- Limiting the number of times you see an ad
- Measuring ad campaign effectiveness
Providers: Google Ads, Facebook Pixel, LinkedIn Insight Duration: Up to 1 year Can be disabled: Yes
4. Third-Party Cookies
Some cookies are placed by third-party services that appear on our pages:
- Social Media: Enabling social media sharing and embedding
- Video Providers: For embedded video content
- Chat Services: For customer support functionality
- Payment Processors: For secure payment handling
These third parties have their own privacy and cookie policies.
5. Cookie Details Table
| Cookie Name | Type | Purpose | Duration | Provider |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| session_id | Essential | User authentication | Session | First-party |
| preferences | Functional | User settings | 1 year | First-party |
| _ga | Analytics | Google Analytics | 2 years | |
| _fbp | Marketing | Facebook tracking | 90 days | |
| lang | Functional | Language preference | 1 year | First-party |
| csrf_token | Essential | Security | Session | First-party |
6. Managing Cookies
6.1 Browser Controls
You can control and delete cookies through your browser settings:
- Chrome: Settings > Privacy and security > Cookies
- Firefox: Settings > Privacy & Security > Cookies
- Safari: Preferences > Privacy > Manage Website Data
- Edge: Settings > Privacy, search, and services > Cookies
6.2 Our Cookie Settings
We provide a cookie consent banner when you first visit our site. You can update your preferences at any time by:
- Clicking the "Cookie Settings" link in the footer
- Visiting your account privacy settings
- Contacting us directly
6.3 Opt-Out Links
You can opt out of specific third-party cookies:
- Google Analytics: Google Analytics Opt-out
- Facebook: Facebook Ads Settings
- LinkedIn: LinkedIn Ad Preferences
7. Impact of Disabling Cookies
If you disable cookies, you may experience:
- Essential Cookies: Unable to log in or use core features
- Functional Cookies: Loss of personalization and saved preferences
- Analytics Cookies: No impact on your experience
- Marketing Cookies: Less relevant advertisements
8. Cookie-Free Alternatives
For users who prefer not to use cookies, we offer:
- Guest browsing for public content
- Direct links to job listings
- RSS feeds for job updates
- Email subscriptions without tracking
9. Data Protection
Cookie data is protected through:
- Encryption of sensitive cookie content
- Secure transmission (HTTPS only)
- Regular security audits
- Limited access controls
- Automatic expiration of old cookies
10. Children's Privacy
Our service is not intended for children under 16. We do not knowingly collect cookie data from children.
11. International Users
If you access our site from outside the United States:
- Cookies may be transferred internationally
- You consent to this transfer by using our site
- We comply with applicable data protection laws
12. Updates to This Policy
We may update this Cookie Policy periodically. Changes will be posted on this page with an updated revision date. For significant changes, we may provide additional notice.
13. Contact Us
If you have questions about our use of cookies, please contact us:
Email:
Mail: See our Contact page at /contact
14. Legal Basis
We use cookies based on:
- Consent: For non-essential cookies (obtained via cookie banner)
- Legitimate Interests: For essential cookies necessary for site operation
- Legal Obligations: For cookies required for security or fraud prevention
15. Your Rights
Depending on your location, you may have rights regarding cookies:
- Access: Request information about cookies we've set
- Deletion: Request removal of cookie data
- Objection: Object to certain types of cookies
- Portability: Receive your data in a portable format
To exercise these rights, please contact us using the information above.
By continuing to use KitchenRoles, you acknowledge that you have read and understood this Cookie Policy.