1. Introduction

This Cookie Policy applies to www.kitchenmisely.com (“we”, “our”, or “us”), operated under the brand Kitchenmisely, with its principal place of business located at xxx, Singapore, and contact email caddy@kitchenmisely.com.

This policy explains how we use cookies and similar tracking technologies on our website in compliance with the Singapore Personal Data Protection Act (PDPA), the EU General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR), and the UK GDPR. By using our website, you acknowledge our data practices as described herein.

  1. What Are Cookies?

Cookies are small text files stored on your device (computer, tablet, or mobile phone) when you visit a website. They are widely used to make websites work efficiently, enhance user experience, and provide analytical data to website operators.

  1. Consent and Your Choices

In strict accordance with European and Singapore regulatory standards:

Explicit Consent: We deploy non-essential cookies only after you have given your explicit, affirmative consent by clicking the “Accept” button on our cookie banner.

Granular Control: You retain the freedom to choose which categories of cookies to permit. Essential cookies required for core website functionality are active by default as they are strictly necessary for the operation of the site.

Withdrawing Consent: You can change your cookie preferences or withdraw your consent at any time through your browser settings or via the cookie preference management tools provided on our website.

  1. Categories of Cookies We Use

A. Strictly Necessary Cookies
These cookies are essential for the operation of our website. They enable core functions such as page navigation, security, network management, and access to secure areas. The website cannot function properly without these cookies.

Retention Period: These session cookies expire when you close your browser, while persistent functional cookies are retained for a maximum duration of 12 months.

B. Performance and Analytics Cookies
These cookies allow us to count visits and traffic sources so we can measure and improve the performance of our site. They help us understand which pages are the most and least popular and see how visitors move around the site. All information collected by these cookies is aggregated.

Retention Period: Retained for a maximum duration of 24 months from your last visit, subject to your prior consent.

C. Functionality Cookies
These cookies enable the website to remember choices you make (such as your language preference or region) and provide enhanced, personalized features.

Retention Period: Retained for a maximum duration of 12 months.

D. Third-Party Cookies (Stripe Payment Processing)
Our website integrates payment processing services provided by Stripe. When you proceed to checkout, Stripe may place cookies on your device to facilitate secure payment transactions, prevent fraud, and comply with financial regulatory standards.

Data Handling: Third-party cookies associated with Stripe are governed directly by Stripe’s own privacy and cookie policies.

Retention Period: Retained in accordance with Stripe’s operational standards and applicable financial regulatory retention schedules, typically ranging from session duration up to 24 months for fraud prevention identifiers.

  1. Managing Cookies in Your Browser

Most web browsers allow you to control cookies through their settings preferences. You can configure your browser to refuse cookies, alert you when a cookie is sent, or delete existing cookies. Please note that disabling essential cookies may impact the functionality of certain areas of our website.

  1. Contact Information

If you have any questions or concerns regarding our use of cookies or this Cookie Policy, please contact us at:

Email: caddy@kitchenmisely.com

Phone: xxx

Address: xxx