Cookie Policy

1. Introduction

This Cookie Policy explains how Bostonfitness (“we”, “our”, or “us”) uses cookies and similar technologies on the BMeals application and website (collectively, the “Service”). This policy should be read alongside our Privacy Policy, which explains how we use your personal information.

By using our Service, you consent to our use of cookies in accordance with this Cookie Policy. You can manage your cookie preferences at any time through your browser settings or our cookie consent mechanism.

2. What Are Cookies?

Cookies are small text files that are stored on your device (computer, tablet, or mobile phone) when you visit a website. They help websites remember information about your visit, such as your preferred language and other settings, which can make your next visit easier and the site more useful to you.

We also use similar technologies such as web beacons, pixel tags, and local storage, which we refer to collectively as “cookies” in this policy.

3. How We Use Cookies

We use cookies for the following purposes:

3.1 Essential Cookies

These cookies are necessary for the Service to function properly and cannot be disabled. They include:

• Authentication cookies: To keep you logged in and maintain your session
• Security cookies: To protect against fraud and ensure secure transactions
• Load balancing cookies: To distribute traffic across our servers
• Functionality cookies: To remember your preferences and settings

3.2 Performance and Analytics Cookies

These cookies help us understand how visitors interact with our Service by collecting and reporting information anonymously:

• Vercel Analytics: To analyse website traffic and user behaviour
• Error tracking: To identify and fix technical issues
• Performance monitoring: To measure page load times and user experience

3.3 Functionality Cookies

These cookies enable enhanced functionality and personalisation:

• Preference storage: To remember your dietary preferences and meal plan settings
• Language preferences: To remember your preferred language
• Theme preferences: To remember your display preferences
• Form data: To save your progress on multi-step forms

3.4 Marketing and Advertising Cookies

These cookies are used to deliver relevant advertisements and track marketing campaign performance:

• Social media cookies: To enable social media sharing and integration
• Advertising cookies: To deliver personalised advertisements
• Retargeting cookies: To show relevant ads based on your interests

4. Types of Cookies We Use

4.1 First-Party Cookies

These are cookies that we set directly on our Service. They include:

• Session cookies: Temporary cookies that expire when you close your browser
• Persistent cookies: Cookies that remain on your device for a set period
• Authentication tokens: To maintain your login session
• User preferences: To remember your settings and choices

4.2 Third-Party Cookies

These are cookies set by third-party services that we use:

• Stripe: For secure payment processing
• Supabase: For authentication and database services
• Cloudinary: For image and media hosting
• Vercel Analytics: For website analytics
• Social media platforms: For sharing and integration features

5. Specific Cookies We Use

6. Managing Your Cookie Preferences

6.1 Browser Settings

Most web browsers allow you to manage cookies through their settings. You can:

• View what cookies are stored on your device
• Delete existing cookies
• Block cookies from being set
• Set preferences for different types of cookies

Note: Disabling certain cookies may affect the functionality of our Service.

6.2 Cookie Consent

When you first visit our Service, you will see a cookie consent banner. You can:

• Accept all cookies
• Reject non-essential cookies
• Customise your preferences
• Change your preferences at any time through our cookie settings

7. Third-Party Services

Our Service uses third-party services that may set their own cookies. These services have their own privacy policies and cookie policies:

• Vercel Analytics: Privacy Policy
• Stripe: Privacy Policy
• Supabase: Privacy Policy
• Cloudinary: Privacy Policy

8. Do Not Track

Some browsers include a “Do Not Track” (DNT) feature that signals to websites that you visit that you do not want to have your online activity tracked. Our Service does not currently respond to DNT signals, but we respect your privacy choices and provide you with control over your data through our cookie consent mechanism.

9. Updates 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 posting the updated policy on this page and updating the “Last updated” date.

10. Contact Information

If you have any questions about our use of cookies, please contact us:

You also have the right to lodge a complaint with the Information Commissioner's Office (ICO) if you believe we have not handled your personal data appropriately.

11. Additional Resources

For more information about cookies and how to manage them, you can visit:

• All About Cookies
• ICO Cookie Guidance
• Your Online Choices