Cookie Policy

Last updated: February 12, 2026

This Cookie Policy explains how mealtally ("we," "us," or "our") uses cookies and similar tracking technologies on our website and dashboard.

1. What Are Cookies?

Cookies are small text files that are placed on your device when you visit a website. They allow the website to recognize your device and remember certain information about your visit.

2. Types of Cookies We Use

2.1 Essential Cookies

These cookies are necessary for the website to function properly and cannot be disabled.

  • next-auth.session-token — Session authentication for logged-in users (7 days)
  • __Secure-next-auth.session-token — Secure session token, HTTPS only (7 days)

2.2 Analytics Cookies

These cookies help us understand how visitors interact with our website by collecting information anonymously.

  • ph_* (PostHog) — Product analytics and user behavior tracking (365 days)
  • ph_phc_* (PostHog) — User identification for analytics (365 days)

For more information, see PostHog's Privacy Policy.

2.3 Local Storage and Session Storage

We also use browser local storage to store certain preferences:

  • theme — Your dark/light mode preference
  • meal-cache-* — Cached meal data for offline access
  • settings-cache — Cached user settings for faster loading

3. Third-Party Cookies

Third parties that may set cookies through our Service include:

  • PostHog — Analytics and product usage tracking
  • Cloudflare — CDN and security services

4. How to Control Cookies

Most web browsers allow you to control cookies through their settings. You can block all cookies, accept only first-party cookies, or delete cookies when you close your browser. Blocking essential cookies will prevent you from logging in. Blocking analytics cookies will not affect your ability to use the Service.

5. Changes to This Cookie Policy

We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time. We will notify you of material changes by posting the updated policy on this page.

6. Contact Us

If you have questions about our use of cookies, please contact us at privacy@mealtally.com.