Cookie Policy
Effective Date: February 02, 2026
1. INTRODUCTION
This Cookie Policy explains how Restaurants by Unboxie (“Platform”, “we”, “us”, “our”) uses cookies and similar technologies when you access or use the Restaurants by Unboxie platform, website, or related services.
This Policy should be read together with our Privacy Policy and Terms of Service. It is issued in compliance with the Nigeria Data Protection Act 2023 (NDPA), Nigeria Data Protection Regulation (NDPR), the EU General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR), and other applicable international data protection frameworks.
2. WHAT ARE COOKIES?
Cookies are small text files placed on your device (computer, smartphone, tablet, or other internet-enabled device) when you visit a website or use an online platform. Cookies help the Platform recognize your device, remember your preferences, and improve functionality and performance.
Cookies may be:
- Session cookies: (deleted when you close your browser), or
- Persistent cookies: (remain on your device for a defined period or until deleted).
3. TYPES OF COOKIES WE USE
3.1 Strictly Necessary Cookies
These cookies are essential for the operation of the Platform and cannot be disabled. They enable core features such as:
- User authentication and session management
- Secure login and account access
- Reservation, ordering, and payment workflows
- Fraud prevention and security
3.2 Functional Cookies
These cookies enhance functionality and personalization, including:
- Remembering user preferences (e.g., language, location, restaurant selections)
- Retaining reservation details during navigation
- Supporting loyalty program interactions and reward tracking
3.3 Performance & Analytics Cookies
These cookies help us understand how users interact with the Platform, including:
- Page visits and usage patterns
- Navigation flow and feature engagement
- Platform performance and error monitoring
- Data collected through these cookies is aggregated and anonymized where possible.
3.4 Marketing & Promotional Cookies
Where enabled, these cookies may be used to:
- Track participation in promotions, loyalty campaigns, and incentives
- Measure effectiveness of marketing communications
- Deliver relevant offers or reminders
We do not engage in unlawful profiling, and we do not sell cookie data.
4. THIRD-PARTY COOKIES
Some cookies may be placed by trusted third-party service providers that support our Platform, including:
- Analytics providers
- Payment service providers
- Notification and messaging services
These third parties process data in accordance with their own privacy policies and applicable data protection laws. We ensure contractual safeguards are in place where required.
5. COOKIES AND PERSONAL DATA
Cookies may collect or be linked to Personal Data such as:
- IP address
- Device identifiers
- Usage and interaction data
Where cookie data constitutes Personal Data, it is processed in accordance with our Privacy Policy and applicable data protection laws.
6. CHILDREN AND COOKIES
The Platform is not directed at children without parental involvement. Cookies relating to children’s data (e.g., family promotions or birthday incentives) are used only:
- With parental or guardian consent
- For clearly defined and limited purposes
- With enhanced safeguards
We do not knowingly use cookies to profile children for marketing purposes.
7. COOKIE CONSENT & MANAGEMENT
Upon your first visit, you will be presented with a cookie consent notice allowing you to:
- Accept all/ necessary cookies
- Reject non-essential cookies
- Manage cookie preferences
You may also control or delete cookies through your browser settings. Please note that disabling certain cookies may affect Platform functionality.
8. INTERNATIONAL DATA TRANSFERS
Where cookies result in data transfers outside Nigeria, we ensure:
- Adequate data protection safeguards
- Lawful cross-border transfer mechanisms
- Compliance with NDPA and GDPR requirements
9. CHANGES TO THIS COOKIE POLICY
We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time to reflect legal, technical, or operational changes. Updates will be communicated through the Platform or via cookie notices where required.
10. CONTACT INFORMATION
Data Protection Officer (DPO)
Restaurants by Unboxie Legal & Compliance Team
For questions, concerns, or requests relating to cookies or data protection, please contact our team.