Cookie Policy
Learn how we use cookies and similar technologies to improve your experience.
Last updated: December 2024
What Are Cookies?
Cookies are small text files that are placed on your device when you visit a website. They are widely used to make websites work more efficiently, provide a better user experience, and give website owners information about how their sites are used.
How We Use Cookies
Chefly uses cookies and similar technologies to:
- Keep you signed in to your account
- Remember your preferences and settings
- Understand how you use our website
- Improve our services based on your usage patterns
- Ensure the security of your account
Types of Cookies We Use
Required Essential Cookies
These cookies are necessary for the website to function properly and cannot be disabled.
| Cookie Name | Purpose | Duration | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
.AspNetCore.Session |
Maintains your session state across page requests | Session | First-party |
.AspNetCore.Cookies |
Authentication cookie to keep you logged in | Session / 30 days | First-party |
.AspNetCore.Antiforgery |
Security cookie to prevent cross-site request forgery | Session | First-party |
chefly_anonymous_id |
Identifies anonymous users for cart functionality | 1 year | First-party |
chefly_cookie_consent |
Stores your cookie preferences | 1 year | First-party |
Optional Functional Cookies
These cookies enable enhanced functionality and personalization.
| Cookie Name | Purpose | Duration | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
chefly_preferences |
Stores your display preferences (theme, layout) | 1 year | First-party |
chefly_recent_searches |
Remembers your recent recipe searches | 30 days | First-party |
Optional Analytics Cookies
These cookies help us understand how visitors interact with our website.
| Cookie Name | Purpose | Duration | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
chefly_analytics |
Tracks page views and user interactions anonymously | 1 year | First-party |
chefly_performance |
Monitors page load times and performance metrics | Session | First-party |
Optional Marketing Cookies
We currently do not use marketing or advertising cookies. This section is included for future transparency.
| Cookie Name | Purpose | Duration | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| No marketing cookies are currently in use | |||
Managing Your Cookie Preferences
You can manage your cookie preferences at any time by:
- Clicking the "Cookie Settings" link in the footer of any page
- Visiting the Privacy Settings page in your account
- Using your browser settings to block or delete cookies
Please note that disabling certain cookies may affect the functionality of our website and limit your ability to use certain features.
Browser Cookie Settings
Most web browsers allow you to control cookies through their settings. Here are links to cookie management instructions for popular browsers:
Third-Party Services
Some features on Chefly may use third-party services that set their own cookies:
- Azure AD B2C: For social login (Google, Facebook, Apple, Microsoft) - authentication cookies
- Cloudflare: For security and performance - may set security cookies
These third parties have their own privacy policies governing the use of their cookies.
Changes to This Policy
We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices or for other operational, legal, or regulatory reasons. We will notify you of any material changes by updating the "Last updated" date at the top of this policy.
Contact Us
If you have any questions about our use of cookies, please contact us at:
Email: privacy@chefly.app
Manage Your Preferences
You can update your cookie preferences at any time