Cookie Policy
Last Updated: June 12, 2026
1. Introduction
Welcome to Pizza Factory ("we," "us," or "our"). This Cookie Policy applies to our website located at pizzafactory-eat.rest and explains what cookies are, how we use them, the types of cookies we deploy, and how you can control or disable them.
We are committed to being transparent about our data collection practices. This policy should be read alongside our Privacy Policy and Terms of Service, which together govern your use of our website and services.
If you have any questions about this Cookie Policy, please contact us using the details provided at the end of this document.
2. What Are Cookies?
Cookies are small text files that are placed on your computer, smartphone, tablet, or other internet-enabled device when you visit a website. They are widely used by website owners to make websites work more efficiently, improve user experience, and provide reporting information.
Cookies set by the website owner — in this case, Pizza Factory — are called first-party cookies. Cookies set by parties other than the website owner are called third-party cookies. Third-party cookies enable third-party features or functionality to be provided on or through the website, such as advertising, interactive content, and analytics.
Cookies can remain on your device for different periods of time. Session cookies exist only while your browser is open and are automatically deleted when you close your browser. Persistent cookies survive after your browser is closed and can remain on your device for a set period of time, as defined in the cookie itself.
2.1 How Do Cookies Work?
When you visit our website for the first time, our server sends a small file to your browser, which stores it on your device. Each time you return to our website, your browser sends the cookie back to our server, allowing us to recognize your device and remember certain preferences or actions. Cookies do not typically contain information that personally identifies you, but personal information that we store about you may be linked to the information stored in and obtained from cookies.
2.2 Similar Tracking Technologies
In addition to cookies, we may use other similar technologies such as:
- Web Beacons (Pixel Tags): Tiny graphic images (often invisible) embedded in web pages or emails that track page visits or email opens.
- Local Storage: HTML5 local storage allows websites to store data on your browser with no expiration date, functioning similarly to persistent cookies.
- Session Storage: Similar to local storage but data is cleared when the browser session ends.
- Scripts: Pieces of JavaScript code that can collect information about how you interact with our website.
3. Types of Cookies We Use
We use four main categories of cookies on our website. Each serves a distinct purpose as described below.
3.1 Strictly Necessary / Essential Cookies
These cookies are essential for the website to function properly. They enable core features such as page navigation, secure login, and access to protected areas of the site. Without these cookies, services you have requested — such as placing an online order or using the shopping cart — cannot be provided. These cookies do not collect information about you for marketing purposes and cannot be switched off in our systems.
These cookies are set in response to actions you take that constitute a request for services, such as setting your privacy preferences, logging in, or filling out forms.
3.2 Analytics and Performance Cookies
These cookies allow us to count visits and traffic sources so we can measure and improve the performance of our website. They help us understand which pages are most and least popular, how visitors move around the site, and whether users are experiencing any errors. All information these cookies collect is aggregated and therefore anonymous. If you do not allow these cookies, we will not know when you have visited our website and will not be able to monitor its performance.
3.3 Functional Cookies
These cookies enable the website to provide enhanced functionality and personalization. They may be set by us or by third-party providers whose services we have added to our pages. They allow us to remember choices you make (such as your username, language preference, or region) and provide improved, more personalized features. If you do not allow these cookies, some or all of these services may not function properly.
3.4 Advertising and Targeting Cookies
These cookies may be set through our website by our advertising partners. They may be used by those companies to build a profile of your interests and show you relevant advertisements on other sites. They do not store directly personal information but are based on uniquely identifying your browser and internet device. If you do not allow these cookies, you will experience less targeted advertising. We use these cookies to make our marketing efforts more relevant and efficient.
4. Specific Cookies We Use
The table below provides detailed information about the specific cookies used on pizzafactory-eat.rest, including their name, purpose, type, and duration.
| Cookie Name | Provider | Purpose | Type | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|---|
_ga |
Google Analytics | Registers a unique ID used to generate statistical data on how visitors use the website. Used to distinguish users and sessions. | Analytics | 2 years |
_gid |
Google Analytics | Registers a unique ID used to generate statistical data on how visitors use the website. Stores and updates a unique value for each page visited. | Analytics | 24 hours |
_gat |
Google Analytics | Used to throttle the request rate — limits the collection of data on high-traffic sites. Helps manage Google Analytics server load. | Analytics | 1 minute |
_gcl_au |
Google Ads (Google AdSense) | Used by Google AdSense to experiment with advertisement efficiency across websites that use their services. Stores and tracks conversions. | Advertising | 3 months |
_fbp |
Facebook (Meta) | Used by Facebook to deliver a series of advertisement products such as real-time bidding from third-party advertisers. | Advertising | 3 months |
cookieconsent_status |
Pizza Factory | Stores the user's cookie consent preference so the consent banner is not shown on every page load. | Essential | 1 year |
session_id |
Pizza Factory | Maintains your session state across page requests. Enables the shopping cart and online ordering functionality. | Essential | Session |
PHPSESSID |
Pizza Factory | Preserves user session state across page requests on the server side. Required for core website functionality. | Essential | Session |
cart_token |
Pizza Factory | Stores your shopping cart contents so items are not lost when you navigate away from a page. | Functional | 7 days |
user_preferences |
Pizza Factory | Remembers your preferences such as delivery address defaults, pizza customization history, and location settings. | Functional | 30 days |
_gac_UA-XXXXXXX |
Google Ads | Contains campaign-related information for the user. Created when a user clicks on a Google Ad and used to link ad clicks with visits and conversions. | Advertising | 90 days |
IDE |
Google DoubleClick | Used by Google DoubleClick to register and report the website user's actions after viewing or clicking one of the advertiser's ads. | Advertising | 1 year |
5. Legal Basis for Using Cookies
We operate under the laws of the United States, and our use of cookies is governed by applicable federal and state privacy regulations, including:
- The California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA) and California Privacy Rights Act (CPRA): If you are a California resident, you have specific rights regarding your personal information, including the right to opt out of the sale or sharing of personal information, which may include certain advertising cookies.
- The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) Act: We comply with FTC guidelines regarding unfair or deceptive acts or practices, including transparency in our data collection practices.
- CAN-SPAM Act and other applicable federal regulations: Where relevant, these govern electronic communications and related tracking.
For cookies that are not strictly necessary, we rely on your consent as the legal basis for processing. You may withdraw your consent at any time by adjusting your cookie settings as described in Section 6 below.
6. How to Manage and Control Cookies
You have the right to decide whether to accept or reject non-essential cookies. There are several ways to manage your cookie preferences.
6.1 Our Cookie Consent Tool
When you first visit our website, you will be presented with a cookie consent banner that allows you to accept or decline different categories of cookies. You can change your preferences at any time by clicking the "Cookie Settings" link in the footer of our website.
6.2 Browser Settings
Most web browsers allow you to control cookies through their settings. You can set your browser to refuse all cookies, accept only certain cookies, or notify you when a cookie is being set. Please note that if you choose to block all cookies, some parts of our website may not function correctly, including the online ordering system.
Below are links to cookie management instructions for popular browsers:
- Google Chrome: Manage cookies in Chrome
- Mozilla Firefox: Manage cookies in Firefox
- Apple Safari: Manage cookies in Safari
- Microsoft Edge: Manage cookies in Edge
- Opera: Manage cookies in Opera
For mobile devices, please refer to your device manufacturer's instructions for managing cookies within the browser application.
6.3 Opt-Out Tools for Specific Third-Party Services
You can opt out of specific third-party tracking services using the tools provided by those services:
- Google Analytics: You can prevent Google Analytics from collecting your data by installing the Google Analytics Opt-out Browser Add-on. You can also manage Google's advertising settings via Google Ad Settings.
- Google Ads / DoubleClick: Opt out of Google advertising cookies through Google's Ad Personalization Settings or visit the Network Advertising Initiative opt-out page.
- Facebook (Meta): Manage your Facebook ad preferences through Facebook Ad Preferences. You can also use the Off-Facebook Activity tool to control how Facebook uses data from third-party sites.
- Digital Advertising Alliance (DAA): US consumers can opt out of interest-based advertising from participating companies by visiting optout.aboutads.info.
- Network Advertising Initiative (NAI): Opt out of targeted advertising from NAI member companies at optout.networkadvertising.org.
6.4 Do Not Track Signals
Some browsers offer a "Do Not Track" (DNT) feature that signals to websites that you do not want your online activity tracked. Because there is currently no universally accepted standard for how websites should respond to DNT signals, our website does not currently respond to browser DNT signals. However, you can use the other opt-out methods described in this section to limit tracking.
7. Impact of Disabling Cookies
While you are not required to accept cookies to visit our website, please be aware that disabling certain types of cookies may affect your experience and the services available to you. Below is a summary of the potential impacts:
| Cookie Type | Impact if Disabled |
|---|---|
| Essential Cookies | Core website functionality will be impaired. You may be unable to use the online ordering system, shopping cart, or log into your account. Some pages may not load correctly. |
| Analytics Cookies | We will be unable to gather aggregated information about how visitors use our website. This limits our ability to improve site performance and user experience, but will not affect your ability to browse the site. |
| Functional Cookies | Your preferences, such as saved delivery addresses, favorite orders, and personalization settings, will not be remembered between visits. You may need to re-enter information each time you visit. |
| Advertising Cookies | You will still see advertisements, but they will be less relevant to your interests. You may see the same advertisements repeatedly, and we will be less able to measure the effectiveness of our advertising campaigns. |
8. Children's Privacy
Our website is not directed at children under the age of 13. We do not knowingly collect personal data from children through cookies or any other means. If you believe that a child has provided us with personal information, please contact us immediately at [email protected] and we will take steps to remove such information.
9. Third-Party Websites
Our website may contain links to other websites operated by third parties. This Cookie Policy applies only to pizzafactory-eat.rest. We have no control over third-party websites and are not responsible for the cookies or privacy practices of those websites. We encourage you to review the privacy and cookie policies of any third-party sites you visit.
10. Updates to This Cookie Policy
We reserve the right to update this Cookie Policy at any time to reflect changes in technology, law, our business operations, or for any other reason. When we make changes, we will update the "Last Updated" date at the top of this page. If we make significant changes to how we use cookies, we will notify you by prominently posting a notice on our website or by other appropriate means.
We encourage you to review this Cookie Policy periodically to stay informed about our use of cookies and related technologies. Your continued use of our website after any changes to this Cookie Policy will constitute your acceptance of such changes.
11. California Privacy Rights
If you are a California resident, the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA) and California Privacy Rights Act (CPRA) provide you with specific rights regarding your personal information, including information collected through cookies. You have the right to:
- Know what personal information is collected about you, including through cookies;
- Know whether your personal information is sold or disclosed, and to whom;
- Opt out of the sale or sharing of your personal information;
- Request deletion of your personal information;
- Not be discriminated against for exercising your privacy rights.
To exercise your California privacy rights, please contact us using the information provided in Section 12 below. Please note that certain advertising cookies may constitute the "sale" or "sharing" of personal information under California law. You can opt out of this by using the cookie management tools described in Section 6.
12. Contact Us
If you have any questions, concerns, or requests regarding this Cookie Policy or our use of cookies and similar technologies, please do not hesitate to contact us:
Pizza Factory
- Company: Pizza Factory
- Email: [email protected]
- Website: pizzafactory-eat.rest
We aim to respond to all inquiries within 5 business days.