Cookie Policy

1. Introduction

This Cookie Policy explains what cookies are, which ones we use on Just Hungry Everyday, why we use them, and how you can control them. For general details about how we process personal data, please see our Privacy Policy.

2. What Are Cookies?

Cookies are small text files stored on your device by your browser. They help websites remember information about your visit, like your preferences or whether you’re signed in. We also use related technologies such as local storage and pixels (together, “cookies”).

3. How We Use Cookies

• Strictly Necessary – required for core site features (e.g., page navigation, security).
• Performance & Analytics – to understand usage and improve recipes, layouts, and content (e.g., aggregate page views, time on page).
• Functionality – to remember choices such as measurement units (metric/imperial) or recently viewed recipes.
• Advertising/Affiliate – to measure clicks on outbound shop links and personalize/limit ad frequency where applicable.

4. Cookies We May Set

Cookie	Purpose	Typical Duration
jhe_session	Core session for basic functionality and security.	Session / up to 24h
unit_pref	Stores your unit preference (metric/imperial) for ingredients.	6 months
analytics_*	Anonymous analytics/metrics (e.g., page views, device type).	13 months
aff_click	Tracks an outbound affiliate click to attribute referrals.	30–90 days

Exact cookie names and lifetimes may vary over time as we refine the site.

5. Third-Party Cookies

Some cookies are set by third parties providing services on our site (e.g., analytics, embedded videos, ad/affiliate networks). These providers have their own privacy/cookie notices.

6. How to Control Cookies

• Use our site banner or preferences center (if shown) to accept/reject categories.
• Adjust browser settings to block or delete cookies (doing so may affect site functionality).
• Opt outs for major analytics/ads providers are available via their respective portals.

7. Changes to This Policy

We may update this policy to reflect technical, legal, or business changes. The “Last Updated” date shows the most recent revision.

8. Contact Us

Questions about this Cookie Policy? Email [email protected].