Cookie Policy

Cookie 政策

Effective date: 22 March 2026 · Last updated: 19 April 2026

This Cookie Policy explains how menuva.co.uk ("the Website") uses cookies, local storage, and similar technologies. It should be read alongside our Privacy Policy.

Cookies are small text files stored on your device by your browser. Local storage and session storage are similar browser mechanisms that store data locally. We use these technologies to operate the Website, remember your preferences, and understand how the Website is used.

A. Analytics cookies (require your consent)

These cookies are set by Google Analytics (GA4) when analytics is enabled. They help us understand how visitors use the Website so we can improve it. No personal data is collected. You can opt out at any time using the analytics toggle in the footer.

CookiePurposeDurationSet by
_gaDistinguishes unique visitors using a randomly generated identifier2 yearsGoogle
_ga_*Maintains session state for Google Analytics2 yearsGoogle

These cookies are only set when analytics is enabled. If you opt out via the footer toggle, these cookies are not set on future visits. To delete existing cookies, use your browser settings (see Section 4).

B. Security cookies (strictly necessary)

CookiePurposeDurationSet by
_GRECAPTCHAUsed by Google reCAPTCHA v3 on the menus page for bot detection and protecting our backend services from abuse6 monthsGoogle

This cookie is strictly necessary to prevent automated abuse of our menu data services. It is only set on the menus page where Firebase App Check is active.

C. Local storage (strictly necessary)

These items are stored in your browser's local storage for functionality and performance. They do not track you and are not transmitted to our servers.

KeyPurposeDurationSet by
langYour language preference (English or Chinese)Until clearedMenuva
analytics_consentRecords whether you have opted out of analyticsUntil clearedMenuva
swr_*Cached JSON responses (page content, link lists) to reduce loading timesUntil clearedMenuva
md12_*Cached and versioned page content for faster navigationUntil version bumpMenuva
mlist_raw, mlist_tsCached restaurant list and its fetch timestampUntil clearedMenuva
menu_json_*Cached menu data (up to 5-7 menus, oldest evicted automatically)Least-recently-used (LRU) evictionMenuva
menu_sha_*Content hash for cache validation (checks if menu has changed)LRU evictionMenuva
menu_doc_*Cached Firestore document metadata for each menuLRU evictionMenuva
menu_ts_*Timestamp of when each menu was last cachedLRU evictionMenuva
bsk-banner-dismissedRecords that you have dismissed the ordering disclaimer on the menus pageUntil clearedMenuva

D. Session storage (strictly necessary)

KeyPurposeDurationSet by
_menuPrefetchTemporary navigation hint used to speed up menu loading when following a direct linkTab closeMenuva

Session storage is automatically cleared when you close the browser tab.

Analytics is enabled by default under the statistical analysis exception in the Privacy and Electronic Communications (EC Directive) Regulations 2003, Schedule A1, paragraph 5 (inserted by the Data (Use and Access) Act 2025, s.112). The sole purpose is to collect statistical data about how the service is used with a view to making improvements. Google data sharing is disabled, and no personal data is collected.

You can opt out at any time:

  • On this website: Use the Manage Analytics link in the footer of any page. Your choice is saved immediately and respected on all future visits.
  • In your browser: Most browsers allow you to block or delete cookies via settings. See Section 4 below.

Once you opt out, no analytics cookies will be set and no usage data will be collected on future visits.

You can manage or delete cookies and local storage through your browser settings:

  • Safari: Settings → Privacy → Manage Website Data
  • Chrome: Settings → Privacy and Security → Cookies and other site data
  • Firefox: Settings → Privacy & Security → Cookies and Site Data
  • Edge: Settings → Cookies and site permissions → Cookies and site data

Clearing cookies or local storage will reset your language preference, cached menu data, and analytics opt-out choice. You will need to set your preferences again.

If we add new cookies or storage technologies, we will update this policy and note the change date above.

Questions about this Cookie Policy: hello@menuva.co.uk

For full details on how we handle personal data, see our Privacy Policy.