Cookie Policy
Last updated: March 2026
How we use cookies
The Hangry Variable uses a minimal-cookie approach. We do not use advertising cookies, cross-site trackers, or data-broker pixels. We only use what is necessary to keep the app secure and functional.
Cookie categories
| Category | Why we use it | Can you disable it? |
|---|---|---|
| Strictly Necessary | Session continuity, abuse/rate-limit protections, and core app functionality. | No — required for the site to work. |
| Analytics / Marketing | None currently used by The Hangry Variable. | Not applicable. |
Third-party services
When you use app features, some requests are sent server-side to providers such as Google Gemini, Google Maps, and Brave Search. These providers may use their own cookies when you visit their sites directly. Their policies apply there:
- Google Privacy Policy (opens in new tab)
- Brave Privacy Policy (opens in new tab)
- Buttondown Privacy Policy (opens in new tab) (newsletter only)
Managing cookies in your browser
You can block or clear cookies in your browser settings at any time. Because we only rely on essential cookies/session mechanisms, blocking all cookies may prevent parts of the app from working correctly.
Jurisdiction-specific notes
- EEA/UK (GDPR + ePrivacy): We currently use only strictly necessary cookies for service operation.
- California (CCPA/CPRA): We do not sell or share personal information through advertising cookies.
Policy updates
We may update this page if cookie use changes (for example, if analytics are added in the future). If that happens, we will update the date above and reflect the changes in this policy.
Contact
Questions about this cookie policy? Contact us at contact@thehangryvariable.com.