Cookie Policy
Last Updated: December 1, 2024
Effective Date: December 1, 2024
1. Introduction
Welcome to Pizza Ranch's Cookie Policy. This policy explains how we use cookies and similar technologies when you visit our website at ranch-pizzas.rest (the "Website"). This Cookie Policy should be read in conjunction with our Privacy Policy.
By continuing to browse and use our Website, you are agreeing to our use of cookies in accordance with this policy. If you do not agree to our use of cookies, please adjust your browser settings accordingly or discontinue using our Website.
This policy covers our use of cookies for essential website functionality, improving your user experience, analyzing website performance, and delivering relevant marketing content. We are committed to being transparent about our cookie practices and giving you control over your cookie preferences.
2. What Are Cookies
Cookies are small text files that are stored on your computer, tablet, or mobile device when you visit a website. They contain information that is transferred to your device's hard drive and allow the website to recognize your browser and capture certain information.
Cookies serve several purposes:
- Remember your preferences: Such as language settings, location for delivery estimates, and menu preferences
- Improve website functionality: Enable shopping cart persistence and user authentication
- Analyze website performance: Help us understand how visitors interact with our site
- Personalize content: Show you relevant offers and promotions
Types of Cookies by Duration
Session Cookies: These are temporary cookies that expire when you close your browser. They help our website function properly during your visit.
Persistent Cookies: These cookies remain on your device for a specified period or until you delete them. They remember your preferences for future visits.
Types of Cookies by Provider
First-Party Cookies: Set directly by our website (ranch-pizzas.rest) to improve your experience with our services.
Third-Party Cookies: Set by external services we use, such as Google Analytics, Facebook, or advertising partners.
3. Why We Use Cookies
Pizza Ranch uses cookies for several important purposes that enhance your experience on our website:
Essential Website Functionality
- Maintaining your shopping cart contents as you browse our menu
- Remembering your login status if you create an account
- Enabling secure transactions and preventing fraud
- Storing your delivery location for accurate time and cost estimates
Performance and Analytics
- Understanding which pages are most popular
- Analyzing user behavior to improve website navigation
- Identifying technical issues and optimizing loading speeds
- Measuring the effectiveness of our online presence
User Experience Personalization
- Remembering your preferred language and region
- Customizing content based on your interests
- Storing your pizza and menu preferences
- Providing relevant recommendations
Marketing and Advertising
- Showing you relevant advertisements on other websites
- Measuring the effectiveness of our marketing campaigns
- Providing personalized offers and promotions
- Preventing the same ad from being shown repeatedly
4. Types of Cookies We Use
Below is a detailed breakdown of the specific cookies used on our website:
4.1 Strictly Necessary Cookies
These cookies are essential for our website to function properly and cannot be disabled in our systems.
| Cookie Name | Provider | Purpose | Type | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| PHPSESSID | Pizza Ranch | Maintains user session and login state | First-party | Session |
| cart_contents | Pizza Ranch | Stores shopping cart items and quantities | First-party | 30 days |
| user_location | Pizza Ranch | Stores delivery location for time estimates | First-party | 90 days |
| security_token | Pizza Ranch | Prevents cross-site request forgery attacks | First-party | Session |
| cookieConsent | Pizza Ranch | Remembers your cookie consent preferences | First-party | 365 days |
4.2 Performance and Analytics Cookies
These cookies help us analyze how visitors use our website so we can improve its performance and functionality.
| Cookie Name | Provider | Purpose | Type | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| _ga | Google Analytics | Distinguishes unique users and sessions | Third-party | 2 years |
| _gid | Google Analytics | Distinguishes unique users | Third-party | 24 hours |
| _gat_gtag_UA_* | Google Analytics | Used to throttle request rate | Third-party | 1 minute |
| _gtm_* | Google Tag Manager | Manages marketing and analytics tags | Third-party | 10 minutes |
4.3 Functionality Cookies
These cookies enable enhanced functionality and personalization, such as remembering your preferences.
| Cookie Name | Provider | Purpose | Type | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| language_pref | Pizza Ranch | Remembers your language preference | First-party | 365 days |
| menu_view | Pizza Ranch | Remembers your preferred menu display format | First-party | 90 days |
| favorite_items | Pizza Ranch | Stores your favorite menu items | First-party | 180 days |
| dietary_prefs | Pizza Ranch | Remembers dietary restrictions and preferences | First-party | 365 days |
4.4 Targeting and Marketing Cookies
These cookies are used to deliver advertisements more relevant to you and your interests.
| Cookie Name | Provider | Purpose | Type | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| _fbp | Tracks visitors for Facebook advertising | Third-party | 3 months | |
| fr | Enables Facebook advertising and analytics | Third-party | 3 months | |
| IDE | Google DoubleClick | Used for targeted advertising | Third-party | 2 years |
| test_cookie | Google DoubleClick | Tests whether cookies can be set | Third-party | 15 minutes |
5. Third-Party Cookies
We work with several trusted third-party services that may place cookies on your device when you visit our website. These partners help us provide better services and analyze our website performance.
Google Analytics
We use Google Analytics to understand how visitors interact with our website. This service provides valuable insights about user behavior, popular content, and website performance.
Privacy Policy: https://policies.google.com/privacy
Opt-out: Google Analytics Opt-out Browser Add-on
Facebook Pixel
We use Facebook Pixel to measure the effectiveness of our Facebook advertising campaigns and to show relevant ads to people who have visited our website.
Privacy Policy: https://www.facebook.com/privacy/explanation
Ad Preferences: Facebook Ad Preferences
Google Ads
We use Google Ads to reach potential customers through targeted advertising across Google's network of websites and apps.
Privacy Policy: https://policies.google.com/privacy
Ad Settings: Google Ad Settings
6. Cookie Duration
Cookies have different lifespans depending on their purpose:
| Duration Category | Examples | Lifespan | Purpose |
|---|---|---|---|
| Session Cookies | PHPSESSID, security_token | Until browser is closed | Essential functionality during your visit |
| Short-term Persistent | _gid, test_cookie | 15 minutes to 24 hours | Temporary analysis and testing |
| Medium-term Persistent | cart_contents, _fbp | 30 days to 6 months | User preferences and marketing |
| Long-term Persistent | _ga, cookieConsent | 1 to 2 years | Long-term analytics and consent |
7. How to Manage Cookies
You have several options for managing cookies on your device:
7.1 Browser Settings
Most web browsers allow you to control cookies through their settings. Here's how to manage cookies in popular browsers:
Google Chrome
- Click the three dots menu (⋮) in the top right corner
- Select "Settings"
- Click "Privacy and security" in the left sidebar
- Select "Cookies and other site data"
- Choose your preferred cookie settings
- To block specific cookies, click "See all cookies and site data"
- Find "ranch-pizzas.rest" and manage individual cookies
Mozilla Firefox
- Click the menu button (☰) and select "Settings"
- Select "Privacy & Security" from the left panel
- Scroll down to "Cookies and Site Data"
- Choose your cookie preferences
- Click "Manage Data" to view and delete specific cookies
- Search for "ranch-pizzas.rest" to manage our cookies specifically
Safari
- Go to Safari menu and select "Preferences"
- Click the "Privacy" tab
- Choose your cookie blocking preferences
- To manage individual cookies, click "Manage Website Data"
- Find "ranch-pizzas.rest" and click "Remove" or "Remove All"
Microsoft Edge
- Click the three dots menu (...) and select "Settings"
- Click "Cookies and site permissions" in the left sidebar
- Select "Cookies and stored data"
- Choose your cookie settings
- To view cookies, click "See all cookies and site data"
- Search for "ranch-pizzas.rest" to manage our cookies
7.2 Third-Party Opt-Out Tools
You can opt out of specific third-party cookies using these tools:
- Google Analytics Opt-out: Download browser add-on
- Facebook Ad Preferences: Manage Facebook advertising
- Google Ad Settings: Control Google advertising
- Network Advertising Initiative: Opt out of multiple networks
- Digital Advertising Alliance: AdChoices opt-out tool
7.3 Our Cookie Consent Tool
When you first visit our website, you'll see a cookie consent banner that allows you to:
- Accept all cookies
- Reject non-essential cookies
- Customize your cookie preferences by category
You can change your preferences at any time by clicking the "Cookie Preferences" link in our website footer or by clearing your browser cookies and revisiting our site.
8. Consequences of Disabling Cookies
While you can disable cookies, doing so may limit your experience on our website:
Disabled Essential Cookies May Result In:
- Loss of shopping cart contents when navigating between pages
- Inability to complete online orders or account registration
- Required re-entry of delivery location on each page
- Limited functionality of interactive features
- Potential security vulnerabilities
Disabled Performance/Marketing Cookies May Result In:
- Less personalized content and recommendations
- Difficulty in improving our website based on user feedback
- Repeated display of the same advertisements
- Less relevant promotional offers
- Inability to track the effectiveness of our services
9. Do Not Track Signals
Some browsers have "Do Not Track" (DNT) features that let you tell websites you do not want to have your online activities tracked. Currently, there is no universally accepted standard for how websites should respond to DNT signals.
At Pizza Ranch, we respect user privacy preferences. When we detect a DNT signal from your browser, we:
- Limit the use of tracking cookies where technically feasible
- Disable non-essential third-party tracking scripts
- Continue to use strictly necessary cookies for website functionality
- Provide clear options for managing your cookie preferences
To enable DNT in your browser:
- Chrome: Settings > Privacy and security > Cookies and other site data > Send a "Do Not Track" request
- Firefox: Settings > Privacy & Security > Send websites a "Do Not Track" request
- Safari: Preferences > Privacy > Website tracking > Prevent cross-site tracking
- Edge: Settings > Privacy, search, and services > Send "Do Not Track" requests
10. Updates to This Cookie Policy
We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices, technology, legal requirements, or other factors. When we make significant changes, we will:
- Update the "Last Updated" date at the top of this policy
- Provide notice through our website or email if you have an account
- Request renewed consent for new cookie categories if required by law
- Maintain previous versions for your reference
We encourage you to review this Cookie Policy periodically to stay informed about our cookie practices. Your continued use of our website after any changes indicates your acceptance of the updated policy.
11. Contact Us
If you have any questions about this Cookie Policy or our use of cookies, please contact us:
Contact Information
Email: [email protected]
Phone: +1 202-525-1446
Address: 927 F St NW, Washington, DC 20004, USA
Business Hours: Monday-Friday 9:00 AM - 6:00 PM EST
When contacting us about cookies, please include:
- Your specific question or concern
- The browser and device you're using
- Any specific cookie names or issues you've encountered
- Your preferred method of resolution
12. Additional Resources
For more information about cookies and online privacy, you may find these resources helpful:
- All About Cookies: www.allaboutcookies.org - Comprehensive guide to cookies
- Network Advertising Initiative: Understanding Online Advertising
- FTC Privacy Guidelines: Protecting Your Privacy Online
- Browser Privacy Settings: Check your browser's help section for detailed cookie management instructions
Browser Help Pages
- Chrome: Chrome Cookie Settings Help
- Firefox: Firefox Cookie Information
- Safari: Safari Cookie Management
- Edge: Edge Cookie Deletion Guide
Thank you for taking the time to understand our Cookie Policy. We are committed to transparency in our data practices and respect your privacy choices. If you have any questions or need assistance managing your cookie preferences, please don't hesitate to contact us.