Cookie Policy

Introduction

This Cookie Policy explains how MetroNexis Ltd ("we", "us", or "our") uses cookies and similar tracking technologies when you visit our website at metronexis.top or use our food waste analytics platform. This policy should be read alongside our Privacy Policy and Terms of Service.

By continuing to use our website or services, you consent to our use of cookies in accordance with this policy and your preferences as set through our cookie consent banner.

What Are Cookies?

Cookies are small text files that are placed on your computer, mobile device, or other equipment by websites that you visit. They are widely used to make websites work more efficiently, provide information to website owners, and enhance user experience.

Cookies contain information that is transferred to your device's hard drive and stored there. They allow us to recognise your device and store some information about your preferences or past actions on our website.

Types of Cookies We Use

We use different types of cookies for various purposes:

Necessary Cookies

These cookies are essential for the operation of our website and cannot be switched off. They are usually only set in response to actions made by you, such as setting your privacy preferences, logging in, or filling in forms. Without these cookies, some parts of our website would not function properly.

Analytics Cookies

These cookies help us understand how visitors interact with our website by collecting and reporting information anonymously. We use this information to improve our website performance and user experience. These cookies are provided by Google Analytics.

Functional Cookies

These cookies enable enhanced functionality and personalisation, such as remembering your preferences, language settings, and other customisations. They may be set by us or by third-party providers whose services we use on our website.

Marketing Cookies

These cookies are used to deliver advertisements that are relevant to you and your interests. They may also be used to limit the number of times you see an advertisement and help measure the effectiveness of advertising campaigns. These cookies are provided by Google Ads and other advertising platforms.

Specific Cookies We Use

The following table provides detailed information about the cookies we use:

Third-Party Cookies

We use services from trusted third-party providers that may set their own cookies:

Google Analytics

We use Google Analytics to analyse website traffic and usage patterns. Google Analytics uses cookies to collect information about how you use our website, including your IP address, browser type, referring website, pages visited, and time spent on our site. This information helps us improve our website and services.

Google Ads

We use Google Ads for advertising and remarketing purposes. Google Ads cookies help us measure the effectiveness of our advertising campaigns and show you relevant advertisements based on your interests and previous interactions with our website.

Google Fonts

We use Google Fonts to display custom fonts on our website. When you visit our site, Google may collect information about your visit, including your IP address and browser information.

Google Consent Mode v2

We implement Google Consent Mode v2, which allows us to respect your cookie preferences while still providing essential functionality. When you decline certain types of cookies, Google's services adjust their behaviour accordingly:

• Analytics data is collected in a privacy-friendly manner
• Advertising personalisation is disabled if marketing cookies are declined
• Conversion tracking respects your consent preferences
• Data collection is minimised when consent is not given

How to Control Cookies

You have several options for controlling and managing cookies:

Cookie Consent Banner

When you first visit our website, you'll see a cookie consent banner that allows you to:

• Accept all cookies
• Reject all non-essential cookies
• Customise your preferences for different cookie categories

You can change your preferences at any time by clicking the cookie settings link in our website footer.

Browser Settings

Most web browsers allow you to control cookies through their settings. You can:

• Block all cookies
• Allow only first-party cookies
• Delete existing cookies
• Set up automatic cookie deletion

Please note that blocking or deleting cookies may affect your ability to use certain features of our website.

Third-Party Opt-Out

You can opt out of specific third-party cookies:

• Google Analytics: Google Analytics Opt-out
• Google Ads: Google Ad Settings
• Network Advertising Initiative: NAI Opt-out

Cookie Retention

Different cookies have different retention periods:

• Session Cookies: Deleted when you close your browser
• Persistent Cookies: Remain on your device for a specified period or until manually deleted
• Analytics Cookies: Typically retained for 26 months
• Marketing Cookies: Usually retained for 90 days to 1 year

Updates to This Policy

We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices, technology, or legal requirements. When we make significant changes, we will:

• Update the "Last Updated" date at the top of this policy
• Notify you through our website or email
• Request renewed consent if required by law

We encourage you to review this policy periodically to stay informed about our cookie practices.

Contact Information

If you have questions about our use of cookies or this Cookie Policy, please contact us:

For general enquiries about our services, you can also contact us at contact@metronexis.top.