1. What Are Cookies?
Cookies are small text files placed on your computer or mobile device when you visit a website. They are widely used to make web applications function efficiently, preserve user authentication states, and protect against security vulnerabilities.
BON CHOIX LTD (Company Registration No. 13725329) uses strictly necessary cookies to operate our web platforms, protect online forms from CSRF attacks, preserve session state, and deliver our services across both Bon Choix Chefs and Bon Choix Transport.
2. Cookies Used on This Website
| Cookie Name | Category | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| PHPSESSID | Strictly Necessary | Maintains user session state, candidate login authentication, and flash messages. | Session (expires on browser close) |
| _csrf_* | Security Token | Prevents Cross-Site Request Forgery (CSRF) attacks on application and enquiry forms. | Session |
| _bc_admin_auth | Admin Auth | Protects the back-office administration panel and verifies authorized staff access. | 30 Minutes Idle Timeout |
| bc_cookie_consent | Consent State | Stores your privacy choices (strictly necessary session tokens vs. Google Analytics). | 1 Year |
| _ga, _ga_* | Google Analytics (Optional) | Used by Google Analytics (GA4) to calculate visitor, session and campaign data for site analytics reports. Only loaded with your explicit consent. | Up to 2 Years |
3. Managing & Changing Cookie Preferences
Interactive Cookie Consent Controls
You can change your mind or withdraw consent for Google Analytics at any time.
Because essential cookies are strictly necessary for core functionality and cybersecurity (session validation and CSRF defence), disabling cookies entirely in your web browser may prevent you from submitting requests or using candidate features.
You can also configure your browser settings at any time to block or delete cookies:
- Google Chrome: Settings → Privacy and Security → Third-Party Cookies.
- Apple Safari: Preferences → Privacy → Manage Website Data.
- Mozilla Firefox: Settings → Privacy & Security → Enhanced Tracking Protection.
- Microsoft Edge: Settings → Cookies and Site Permissions.
4. Contact & Enquiries
If you have questions regarding our cookie practices or data privacy standards, please contact our team:
BON CHOIX LTD
Company Registration: 13725329 · Registered in England and Wales
Email: info@bonchoix.info