Cookie Policy

Last Updated: January 2026

1. What Are Cookies?

Cookies are small text files stored on your device when you visit a website. They contain information that websites can retrieve when you visit again. Cookies are commonly used to remember preferences, maintain functionality, and improve user experience.

2. Cookies Used on TheCalorieContext

TheCalorieContext uses only essential cookies required for basic site functionality. These cookies:

  • Remember consent preference: Stores your choice regarding cookie usage
  • Session information: Maintains basic session data for site functionality
  • No tracking: Do not track your browsing behavior
  • No analytics: Do not collect usage data
  • No advertising: Are not used for marketing or personalized advertising

3. Cookies We Don't Use

TheCalorieContext does NOT use:

  • Google Analytics or other third-party analytics tools
  • Advertising or tracking cookies
  • Cross-site tracking cookies
  • Personalization or preference cookies beyond functionality
  • Marketing cookies

4. Cookie Storage Duration

Essential cookies are stored for the duration needed to maintain site functionality. The consent preference cookie is stored for one year, allowing us to remember your choice without repeatedly asking.

5. Managing Your Cookies

You have control over cookies on your device. You can:

  • Block all cookies: Most browsers allow you to block all cookies in settings
  • Block third-party cookies: Configure browser to block only third-party cookies
  • Delete cookies: Clear existing cookies from your device
  • Cookie notifications: Enable browser notifications when sites attempt to set cookies

Note: Blocking essential cookies may affect site functionality.

6. Browser Cookie Settings

Instructions for managing cookies in popular browsers:

  • Chrome: Settings → Privacy and Security → Cookies and other site data
  • Firefox: Preferences → Privacy & Security → Cookies and Site Data
  • Safari: Preferences → Privacy → Cookies and website data
  • Edge: Settings → Privacy, search and services → Cookies and other site permissions

Consult your browser's help documentation for detailed instructions.

7. Third-Party Services

TheCalorieContext does not embed third-party services that set their own cookies. We do not use:

  • Google Analytics
  • Facebook Pixel or Meta tracking
  • Social media plugins
  • Advertising networks
  • Marketing automation tools

External links on our site are not controlled by us, and their use of cookies is governed by their own policies.

8. Consent Management

A cookie consent banner appears on your first visit. You can:

  • Accept essential cookies to enable full site functionality
  • Reject non-essential cookies (only essential cookies are used anyway)
  • Change your consent at any time by managing browser settings

9. Contact Information

If you have questions about our cookie usage, please contact us:

TheCalorieContext
22-24 Worple Road
Wimbledon, London
SW19 4EQ, United Kingdom
Email: [email protected]
Phone: +44 20 8947 1123

10. Policy Updates

We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time. Changes will be posted on this page with an updated "Last Updated" date. Your continued use of the site indicates acceptance of any changes.