Cookie Policy
Last updated: February 2026
This Cookie Policy explains how AI Kitchen Timer ("we", "our", or "the App") uses cookies and similar technologies when you access our web application at aikitchentimer.com. We believe in transparency and want you to understand exactly what cookies we use and why.
1. What Are Cookies?
Cookies are small text files stored on your device by your web browser. They are widely used to make websites work efficiently, provide a seamless user experience, and give site owners useful information. Cookies can be "session" cookies (deleted when you close your browser) or "persistent" cookies (remaining on your device for a set period).
2. Cookies We Use
We only use essential cookies that are strictly necessary for the App to function. We do not use any tracking, analytics, or advertising cookies.
Cookie
Purpose
Duration
Type
Firebase Auth
User authentication and session management
Session / 14 days
Essential
Firebase ID Token
Secure API requests to backend services
Up to 1 hour
Essential
__session
Session persistence across page reloads
Session
Essential
3. What We Do NOT Use
We want to be clear about what we do not do:
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No advertising cookies — we do not display ads or track you for advertising purposes.
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No third-party tracking — we do not use Google Analytics, Facebook Pixel, or any other tracking service.
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No cross-site tracking — we do not share cookie data with third parties for profiling.
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No social media cookies — we do not embed social media tracking pixels or buttons.
4. Local Storage
In addition to cookies, the App uses your browser's local storage to save:
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Your language preference (English or Dutch).
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Your pantry items and grocery list data.
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App state and user preferences for a seamless experience.
Local storage data stays on your device and is not transmitted to our servers unless you explicitly sign in and choose to sync your data.
5. Managing Cookies
You can manage or delete cookies through your browser settings. Please note that disabling essential cookies may prevent certain features of the App from working correctly, such as staying signed in.
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Chrome: Settings → Privacy and security → Cookies and other site data.
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Firefox: Settings → Privacy & Security → Cookies and Site Data.
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Safari: Preferences → Privacy → Manage Website Data.
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Edge: Settings → Cookies and site permissions → Cookies and site data.
6. Changes to This Policy
If we introduce new types of cookies (such as analytics cookies), we will update this policy and, where required, ask for your consent before placing them on your device. The "Last Updated" date at the top reflects the most recent version.
Questions or requests?
support@aikitchentimer.com