Cookie & Data Collection Policy

1. Overview

This Cookie & Data Collection Policy explains how ResQ Bites Corp. ("the Platform") uses cookies and similar technologies, and what information we collect when you browse, order, or list meals. It supplements our Privacy Policy.

2. What Are Cookies & Similar Technologies

Cookies are small text files placed on your device by a website. We also use similar technologies such as local storage and session tokens. These technologies let us keep you signed in, remember your preferences, and understand how the Platform is used.

3. Types of Cookies & Data Collection We Use

• Essential: Authentication and session cookies that keep you signed in and secure your account. These are required for the Platform to function and cannot be disabled without breaking core features.
• Functional: Remembers your preferences, such as saved favorite restaurants, filters, and notification settings.
• Analytics: Aggregated, non-identifying usage statistics (pages viewed, features used, device type) that help us improve the Platform.
• Location (opt-in): With your permission, we use your approximate device location to show nearby meals and calculate applicable taxes. Location is used only while you are actively using the feature.
• Payment: Our payment processor, Stripe, uses cookies and device signals to prevent fraud and secure checkout. We never store full card numbers on our servers.

4. Third-Party Services

We share limited data with trusted service providers that help us operate:

• Stripe — payment processing and fraud prevention, governed by Stripe's privacy policy.
• Analytics providers — aggregated usage measurement.
• Hosting & infrastructure providers — secure data storage and delivery.

These parties may set their own cookies when you interact with their components (for example, during checkout).

5. Managing Cookies & Your Choices

• You can block or delete cookies through your browser settings at any time.
• Blocking essential cookies may prevent you from signing in or placing orders.
• You can withdraw location permission at any time in your browser or device settings.
• You can opt out of optional notifications from your account settings.
• We honour browser "Do Not Track" signals for our analytics collection where supported.

6. Data Retention & Security

Session cookies expire when you sign out or close your browser. Persistent preferences are kept until you delete them or close your account. Data you provide (account, orders) is retained as described in our Privacy Policy and protected with encryption and access controls.

7. Changes & Contact

We may update this policy as our services evolve. For questions about cookies or data collection, contact us through the Platform's support chat or email.