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Cookie Policy

This Cookie Policy explains how Hauchi Kay Catering Service uses cookies and similar tracking technologies on our website www.haucikay.co.ke. It describes what cookies are, which specific cookies we deploy, why we use them, and the choices available to you as a visitor.

Applies toAll pages of our website and any subdomains operated by the Company

Websitewww.haucikay.co.ke

ServicesEvent catering, corporate catering, wedding catering and private catering in Kenya

Necessary cookiesCannot be disabled

Your choiceAccept all, necessary only, or customise by category

UpdatesCurrent version always at www.haucikay.co.ke/cookie-policy

What are cookies?

Small text files placed when you visit

Cookies are small text files that are placed on your computer, tablet, or mobile device by a website when you visit it. They are widely used to make websites function correctly, improve user experience, and provide website owners with analytical information about how their site is used. Cookies cannot run programs, carry viruses, or cause harm to your device.

They help the site work

Widely used to make websites function correctly and improve user experience.

They inform how the site is used

They provide website owners with analytical information about how their site is used.

They cannot harm your device

Cookies cannot run programs, carry viruses, or cause harm to your device.

We also use similar technologies such as web beacons (pixel tags), local storage objects, and session identifiers, all of which are governed by this policy.

Types of cookies we use

Cookie type, purpose and duration

Session / Up to 1 year

Strictly Necessary

Essential for website operation, enables form submissions, page navigation, and booking inquiry functionality. Cannot be disabled.

Up to 2 years

Performance and Analytics

Collect anonymised data on how visitors use our website, which pages are visited, how long users stay, and which catering services they view. Used via Google Analytics.

Up to 1 year

Functionality

Remember your preferences such as language, form pre-fill data, and previously viewed menus to improve your experience on return visits.

Up to 2 years

Marketing and Targeting

Used where advertising is enabled, track visits across websites to deliver relevant ads for our catering packages, event catering services, and promotions in Kenya.

Varies by platform

Third-Party Social Media

Set by embedded social media features (Facebook, Instagram, WhatsApp buttons) to enable sharing and social interaction with our catering content.

Specific cookies in use

Cookie name, provider and purpose

_ga, _gid, _gat

Provider: Google Analytics. Track unique visitors, session data, and page performance on our catering website.

_fbp

Provider: Facebook (Meta). Identifies browsers for Facebook advertising and retargeting of catering service ads.

cookieconsent_status

Provider: Hauchi Kay (First-party). Records whether you have accepted or declined cookies on our site.

PHPSESSID / session_id

Provider: Hauchi Kay (First-party). Maintains your session as you navigate our site, required for booking forms.

__utmz

Provider: Google. Tracks traffic sources that led users to our catering website.

wp-settings-*

Provider: WordPress (if applicable). Stores user UI preferences for site administrators only.

Why we use cookies

Legitimate business purposes for our catering services

Forms that work

To ensure our booking inquiry forms and contact forms function correctly without technical errors.

Understand interest

To understand which catering services such as wedding catering packages, corporate catering menus, or buffet options attract the most interest so we can improve our offerings.

Measure traffic

To measure website traffic and identify popular pages related to event catering in Kenya.

Relevant ads

To serve targeted advertisements promoting our catering services to users who have previously visited our website.

Remember preferences

To remember your preferences and improve the speed and relevance of your browsing experience.

Security

To maintain the security and integrity of our website.

Your cookie choices and controls

Accept, decline or manage cookies at any time

When you first visit www.haucikay.co.ke, a cookie consent banner will be displayed.
You may choose to accept all cookies.
You may accept only necessary cookies.
You may customise your preferences by category.
Your choice is stored and applied on all subsequent visits.

You may configure your browser to refuse all cookies or to alert you when cookies are being set.
Disabling cookies may impair certain features of our website, including our booking form and inquiry submission functionality.
Google Chrome: Settings > Privacy and Security > Cookies and other site data
Mozilla Firefox: Options > Privacy & Security > Cookies and Site Data
Microsoft Edge: Settings > Privacy, search, and services > Cookies
Safari: Preferences > Privacy > Cookies and website data

Google Analytics opt-out: tools.google.com/dlpage/gaoptout
Facebook Ad preferences: facebook.com/ads/preferences
Your Online Choices (Europe-based): youronlinechoices.eu

Third-party cookies

Cookies set by third-party services

Some cookies on our site are set by third-party services. We do not control the setting of these cookies and recommend that you review the privacy and cookie policies of the relevant third parties. These include Google LLC, Meta Platforms Inc., and any embedded booking or payment tools we may utilise in connection with our catering service platform.

This Cookie Policy is reviewed and updated regularly

It is updated to reflect changes in technology, legislation, or our website operations. The current version will always be available at www.haucikay.co.ke/cookie-policy. We recommend reviewing this policy periodically. Continued use of our website after a policy update constitutes your acceptance of the revised terms.

FAQs

Cookie Policy questions from this page

What are cookies?

Cookies are small text files that are placed on your computer, tablet, or mobile device by a website when you visit it. Cookies cannot run programs, carry viruses, or cause harm to your device.

Can strictly necessary cookies be disabled?

No. Strictly necessary cookies are essential for website operation, enable form submissions, page navigation, and booking inquiry functionality, and cannot be disabled.

How do I choose which cookies to allow?

When you first visit www.haucikay.co.ke, a cookie consent banner will be displayed. You may choose to accept all cookies, accept only necessary cookies, or customise your preferences by category.

What happens if I disable cookies in my browser?

Disabling cookies may impair certain features of our website, including our booking form and inquiry submission functionality.

Who sets third-party cookies on the site?

Some cookies are set by third-party services including Google LLC, Meta Platforms Inc., and any embedded booking or payment tools we may utilise. We do not control the setting of these cookies.

Where is the current Cookie Policy published?

The current version will always be available at www.haucikay.co.ke/cookie-policy.

Ready to plan catering with Hauchi Kay?

This policy applies to all pages of our website and any subdomains operated by the Company in connection with our event catering, corporate catering, wedding catering, and private catering services in Kenya.