Cookie Policy
Last updated: May 2026
What Are Cookies?
Cookies are small text files that are stored on your device (computer, tablet, or mobile phone) when you visit a website. They allow the website to recognize your device and remember information about your visit, such as your preferred language and other settings.
LetBite uses cookies and similar technologies — such as localStorage and session storage — to operate our service, understand how you use it, and improve your experience. This policy explains what categories of cookies we use and how you can control them.
Cookie Categories
We categorize the cookies used on LetBite into four groups. Below is a detailed breakdown of each category, the specific cookies we set, and whether you can disable them.
Strictly Necessary Cookies
These cookies are essential for LetBite to function properly. They enable core features such as authentication, security, and session management. You cannot disable these cookies without affecting the functionality of the service.
| Name | Purpose | Duration | Can Disable |
|---|---|---|---|
| __session | Firebase Authentication session token. Identifies you while signed in. | Session | No |
| __csrf | Cross-Site Request Forgery protection token. Prevents unauthorized actions on your behalf. | Session | No |
| letbite_consent | Records your cookie consent preferences so we do not show the banner again. | 1 year | No |
Analytics / Performance Cookies
These cookies help us understand how visitors interact with LetBite by collecting anonymous usage data. This information is used to improve our service performance and user experience.
| Name | Purpose | Duration | Can Disable |
|---|---|---|---|
| _ga | Google Analytics. Distinguishes unique visitors for aggregate traffic analysis. | 2 years | Yes |
| _ga_* | Google Analytics 4. Maintains session state for analytics reporting. | 2 years | Yes |
Functionality Cookies
These cookies allow LetBite to remember choices you make — such as language preferences, display settings, or recipe filters — to provide a more personalized experience.
| Name | Purpose | Duration | Can Disable |
|---|---|---|---|
| locale | Stores your selected language and region for recipe translation and interface display. | 1 year | Yes |
| preferred_theme | Remembers whether you have chosen light or dark mode. | 1 year | Yes |
Targeting / Advertising Cookies
These cookies are used to deliver advertisements that are relevant to you, limit the number of times you see an ad, and measure the effectiveness of advertising campaigns.
| Name | Purpose | Duration | Can Disable |
|---|---|---|---|
| _fbp | Facebook Pixel. Delivers relevant ads on Meta platforms based on browsing activity. | 3 months | Yes |
| _gcl_au | Google Ads conversion linker. Measures the effectiveness of ad clicks and conversions. | 3 months | Yes |
How to Manage Cookies
You have several options for managing your cookie preferences:
Consent Banner
When you first visit LetBite, a consent banner appears allowing you to accept or reject non-essential cookies. You can toggle individual categories (Analytics, Functionality, Targeting) before saving your preferences.
Browser Settings
Most web browsers allow you to control cookies through their settings. You can set your browser to refuse all cookies, accept only first-party cookies, or delete cookies when you close your browser. Consult your browser's help documentation for specific instructions:
Opt-Out Tools
You can opt out of targeted advertising from participating companies through the Digital Advertising Alliance or the European Interactive Digital Advertising Alliance.
Please note that disabling certain cookies may affect the functionality and user experience of LetBite. Essential cookies cannot be disabled as they are required for the service to operate.
Changes to This Cookie Policy
We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time as we introduce new features or change our cookie practices. Any changes will be posted on this page with an updated revision date. If we make material changes, we will notify you through our consent banner or by posting a notice on our website.
Contact Us
If you have questions about our use of cookies or this Cookie Policy, please contact us at support@letbite.com.
For more information about how we handle your personal data, please see our Privacy Policy.