LOKALIA COOKIE POLICY
Last Updated: 13.03.2026
1. INTRODUCTION
Axelle Tech LTD ("Lokalia," "we," "us," or "our"), a company registered in England and Wales (Company Number: 16311724), uses cookies and similar technologies on our websites and digital menu platform.
This Cookie Policy explains our use of cookies on the getlokalia.com website, the menu.getlokalia.com digital menu platform, and the manager.getlokalia.com restaurant management panel.
This Policy forms an integral part of our Privacy Policy and has been prepared in accordance with:
- UK GDPR and the Privacy and Electronic Communications Regulations (PECR)
- KVKK (Turkish Personal Data Protection Law No. 6698)
- EU GDPR and ePrivacy Directive
- Turkish Electronic Commerce Law No. 6563
2. WHAT ARE COOKIES?
Cookies are small text files placed on your device by your browser when you visit websites. They help websites remember you, store your preferences, and improve your experience.
3. TYPES OF COOKIES WE USE
3.1. Strictly Necessary Cookies
These cookies are essential for the core functions of the website and cannot be disabled. They may be used without your consent as they are technically required for the provision of the service.
| Cookie Name | Provider | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| Session cookie | Lokalia | Managing user session | Session |
| Cookie consent preference | Lokalia | Storing your cookie preferences | 12 months |
| Authentication | Lokalia | Maintaining secure login state | Session |
3.2. Functional Cookies (Digital Menu -- menu.getlokalia.com)
These cookies are used to provide a personalized experience on our digital menu platform. These are first-party functional cookies; they are not shared with third parties. They are used to remember your preferences and selections to enhance your menu experience.
| Cookie Name | Provider | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| Unique Guest ID | Lokalia | Session management, remembering preferences on return visits | 13 months |
| Menu preferences | Lokalia | Remembering items you previously liked and selected | 13 months |
| Language preference | Lokalia | Storing your menu language selection | 13 months |
Data collected through these cookies:
- Which menu items you select and browse
- Preference information used to provide better recommendations on your next visit
- Anonymous and aggregate usage data for identifying and categorizing popular items
Important: This data is presented to restaurants only as anonymous, aggregate statistical information without any identifying details. Your individual identity is not displayed on the restaurant management dashboard.
Note: These cookies do not require you to create an account. They work even when you use the menu anonymously. The data collected is not intended to identify you; it is used solely to enhance your menu experience.
3.3. Analytics Cookies
These cookies help us understand how you use our website. They are only activated with your explicit consent.
| Cookie Name | Provider | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| _ga | Google Analytics 4 | Unique visitor identifier | 2 years |
| ga* | Google Analytics 4 | Maintaining session state | 2 years |
| _gid | Google Analytics 4 | Unique visitor identifier (24h) | 24 hours |
| _gat | Google Analytics 4 | Request rate limiting | 1 minute |
Data processed by Google Analytics 4:
- Pages visited and navigation paths
- Time spent on pages
- Geographic location (city-level, not precise address)
- Device and browser information
- Traffic source (where you came from)
Google Analytics 4 uses IP anonymization by default. Collected data may be transferred to Google's servers in the United States. For Google's privacy policy, visit: https://policies.google.com/privacy
4. COOKIE USE PER PLATFORM
| Platform | Necessary | Functional | Analytics |
|---|---|---|---|
| getlokalia.com (website) | ✓ | -- | ✓ (with consent) |
| menu.getlokalia.com (digital menu) | ✓ | ✓ (personalization) | ✓ (with consent) |
| manager.getlokalia.com (restaurant panel) | ✓ | -- | ✓ (with consent) |
5. MANAGE YOUR COOKIE PREFERENCES
Our Consent Tool: A cookie consent notice is displayed on your first visit to our website. You can change your preferences at any time using the "Cookie Settings" button.
Browser Settings: You can manage your cookie settings by referring to your browser's help documentation.
Important Notice: Disabling necessary and functional cookies may prevent our services from functioning properly. The personalization features on the digital menu, in particular, depend on functional cookies.
6. LEGAL BASIS
| Cookie Type | Legal Basis (KVKK) | Legal Basis (UK/EU GDPR) |
|---|---|---|
| Necessary | Contract performance / Legitimate interest | Legitimate interest (PECR Reg.6) |
| Functional (menu) | Contract performance / Legitimate interest | Legitimate interest (necessary for service delivery) |
| Analytics | Explicit consent | Explicit consent (PECR Reg.6, GDPR Art.6(1)(a)) |
7. THIRD-PARTY COOKIES
We do not use third-party cookies other than analytics cookies. The functional cookies used on our digital menu platform (menu.getlokalia.com) are entirely first-party cookies and are not shared with any third parties.
8. INTERNATIONAL DATA TRANSFERS
Data collected through Google Analytics 4 cookies may be transferred to Google's servers in the United States. This transfer is secured by the EU-US Data Privacy Framework and Standard Contractual Clauses.
9. CHILDREN'S PRIVACY
Our services are not intended for individuals under 18 years of age. We do not knowingly collect data from persons known to be under 18 through cookies.
10. CHANGES TO THIS POLICY
We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time. Material changes will be published on our website and communicated via email where appropriate. The current version will always be accessible on this page.
11. CONTACT
For questions about our use of cookies:
- Email: info@axelletech.com
- Data Controller: Axelle Tech LTD
- Address: 71-75 Shelton Street, Covent Garden, London, WC2H 9JQ
Complaint rights:
- Turkey: KVKK Authority (kvkk.gov.tr)
- United Kingdom: Information Commissioner's Office (ico.org.uk)
- EU: Your local Data Protection Authority