Cookie Policy

1. Introduction

Kim Mart Supermarket ("Kim Mart," "we," "us," or "our") uses cookies and similar technologies on our website and mobile applications to provide you with a better experience, understand how you use our services, and improve our offerings.

This Cookie Policy explains what cookies are, how we use them, and your choices regarding their use. This policy should be read alongside our Privacy Policy.

2. 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 help websites remember information about your visit, which can make your next visit easier and the site more useful.

2.1 How Cookies Work

When you visit our website, our servers send a cookie to your browser. Your browser stores this cookie and sends it back to our servers when you return. This allows us to recognize your device and remember your preferences.

2.2 Similar Technologies

In addition to cookies, we may use similar technologies such as:

• Local Storage: Data stored in your browser for longer periods
• Session Storage: Temporary data cleared when you close your browser
• Device Identifiers: Unique IDs assigned to mobile devices

3. How We Use Cookies

We use cookies and similar technologies for the following purposes:

3.1 Essential Operations

• Authenticating users and maintaining login sessions
• Remembering items in your preferences
• Ensuring security and preventing fraud
• Making the website function properly

3.2 Performance & Analytics

• Understanding how visitors use our website
• Identifying errors and areas for improvement
• Testing new features and designs
• Measuring the effectiveness of our content

3.3 Personalization

• Remembering your language preferences
• Customizing content based on your interests
• Storing your display preferences

4. Types of Cookies We Use

4.1 Strictly Necessary Cookies

These cookies are essential for the website to function. They cannot be disabled.

4.2 Analytics Cookies

These cookies help us understand how visitors interact with our website. All data collected is anonymous and aggregated.

4.3 Preference Cookies

These cookies remember your settings and preferences.

5. Mobile App Data Storage

Our mobile applications (KimMart Rewards and KimMart Staff) use similar technologies adapted for mobile devices:

5.1 Local Storage

• Authentication tokens: Securely stored to keep you logged in
• User preferences: Language, notification settings, display options
• Cached data: Temporary storage for offline functionality

5.2 Device Identifiers

• FCM Token: Firebase Cloud Messaging token for push notifications
• Device ID: Used for security and session management

5.3 Secure Storage

Sensitive information like authentication tokens are stored using secure platform mechanisms:

• iOS: Keychain Services (encrypted)
• Android: EncryptedSharedPreferences

6. Third-Party Technologies

We use the following third-party services that may set cookies or collect data:

6.1 Firebase (Google)

• Push notification delivery
• App performance monitoring

Firebase Privacy Policy

6.2 Supabase

• User authentication
• Database services

Supabase Privacy Policy

6.3 Vercel

• Website hosting
• Analytics (anonymous)

Vercel Privacy Policy

7. Your Choices

7.1 Browser Settings

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

• Block all cookies
• Accept only first-party cookies
• Delete cookies when you close your browser
• Receive notifications when cookies are set

Note: Blocking certain cookies may impact website functionality.

7.2 Mobile App Settings

You can manage data storage in our mobile apps by:

• Clearing app cache in your device settings
• Logging out to clear authentication data
• Uninstalling the app to remove all stored data
• Disabling push notifications in device settings

7.3 Opt-Out Links

You can opt out of certain third-party cookies:

• Google Analytics Opt-Out
• Digital Advertising Alliance Opt-Out

8. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices or for other operational, legal, or regulatory reasons.

We will notify you of any material changes by:

• Posting the updated policy on our website
• Updating the "Last Updated" date at the top of this page
• Displaying a notice on our website (for significant changes)

We encourage you to review this policy periodically to stay informed about our use of cookies.

9. Contact Us

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