Cookie Policy
Last Updated: June 14, 2026
1. Introduction
Welcome to Pizza Ranch. This Cookie Policy is designed to help you understand what cookies are, how we use them on our website (tastypizza-ranch.rest), and what choices you have regarding their use. We are committed to being transparent about the data we collect and how it is used, in accordance with applicable United States privacy laws, including the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA) as amended by the California Privacy Rights Act (CPRA), and the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) Act governing consumer protection and fair business practices.
This Cookie Policy should be read alongside our Privacy Policy, which provides additional information about how we collect, use, and protect your personal information when you visit our website or interact with our services. Together, these documents form the basis of our commitment to your privacy and data security.
If you have any questions about this Cookie Policy or our data practices, 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 their websites work more efficiently, to provide a better user experience, and to collect information about how visitors use the site.
Cookies are created by the web server and sent to your browser, where they are stored locally. When you return to the same website, the browser sends the cookie back to the server, allowing the site to recognize you and remember your preferences or actions over time.
Cookies can be set by the website you are visiting (known as "first-party cookies") or by third-party services that the website uses, such as analytics providers, advertising networks, or social media platforms (known as "third-party cookies").
2.1 How Cookies Work
When you visit tastypizza-ranch.rest, our web server sends a cookie file to your browser. Your browser stores this file, and the next time you visit our website, your browser returns the cookie information to our server. This process enables our website to recognize you, remember your settings, and provide you with a more personalized and efficient experience.
In addition to traditional cookies, we may also use similar tracking technologies such as:
- Web Beacons (Pixel Tags): Small invisible images embedded in web pages or emails that track whether a page or email has been opened or accessed.
- Local Storage Objects (LSOs): Technologies similar to cookies that store information in your browser's local storage.
- Session Storage: Temporary storage that holds data only for the duration of your browsing session.
- JavaScript Tags: Small snippets of code that collect information about your interactions with our website.
For the purposes of this Cookie Policy, all of these technologies are collectively referred to as "cookies."
3. Types of Cookies We Use
We use four main categories of cookies on our website. Each category serves a distinct purpose, and understanding these categories will help you make informed decisions about your cookie preferences.
3.1 Strictly Necessary (Essential) Cookies
These cookies are essential for the operation of our website and cannot be switched off in our systems. They are usually set in response to actions you take that amount to a request for services, such as setting your privacy preferences, logging in, or filling in forms. Without these cookies, certain parts of our website would not function properly.
Essential cookies do not store any personally identifiable information and are typically session-based, meaning they are deleted once you close your browser. Because these cookies are strictly necessary for the website to function, they do not require your consent under applicable law.
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 the most and least popular, and see how visitors move around the site. All information collected by these cookies is aggregated and therefore anonymous.
We primarily use Google Analytics to collect this information. If you do not allow these cookies, we will not know when you have visited our site and will not be able to monitor its performance.
3.3 Functional Cookies
Functional cookies enable our 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. These cookies remember your preferences, such as your preferred language, your location, or customizations you have made to the website's features.
If you do not allow these cookies, some or all of these services may not function properly, and your website experience may be less personalized.
3.4 Advertising and Targeting Cookies
Advertising cookies are used to deliver advertisements that are more relevant to you and your interests. They are also used to limit the number of times you see an advertisement and to help measure the effectiveness of advertising campaigns. These cookies are usually placed by advertising networks with our permission. They remember that you have visited our website and this information may be shared with other organizations such as advertisers.
We use Google Ads cookies and may use Facebook Pixel and similar tools to serve targeted advertisements across the web. These cookies track your online activity to help advertisers deliver more relevant advertising or to limit how many times you see an ad.
4. Specific Cookies We Use
The table below provides detailed information about the specific cookies used on tastypizza-ranch.rest, including their name, purpose, type, and duration.
| Cookie Name | Provider | Purpose | Type | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|---|
_ga |
Google Analytics | Registers a unique ID that is used to generate statistical data on how the visitor uses the website. Used to distinguish users. | Analytics | 2 years |
_gid |
Google Analytics | Registers a unique ID that is used to generate statistical data on how the visitor uses the website. Used to distinguish users on a shorter-term basis. | Analytics | 24 hours |
_gat |
Google Analytics | Used by Google Analytics to throttle request rate. Limits the collection of data on high traffic sites. | Analytics | 1 minute |
_gat_gtag_UA_* |
Google Analytics | Used to throttle request rate when using Google Tag Manager. | Analytics | 1 minute |
_gcl_au |
Google Ads | Used by Google AdSense to experiment with advertisement efficiency across websites using its services. Tracks conversions from Google Ads. | Advertising | 90 days |
_fbp |
Facebook (Meta) | Used by Facebook to deliver a series of advertisement products such as real-time bidding from third-party advertisers. | Advertising | 90 days |
_fbc |
Facebook (Meta) | Stores the last visit made with a click coming from a Facebook ad. Used for conversion tracking. | Advertising | 2 years |
PHPSESSID |
Pizza Ranch (tastypizza-ranch.rest) | Preserves user session state across page requests. Essential for the functioning of the website. | Essential | Session |
cookie_consent |
Pizza Ranch (tastypizza-ranch.rest) | Stores the user's cookie consent preferences to avoid showing the consent banner on every page load. | Essential | 1 year |
cart_session |
Pizza Ranch (tastypizza-ranch.rest) | Maintains the contents of your shopping cart or online order during your session on our website. | Functional | Session |
user_preferences |
Pizza Ranch (tastypizza-ranch.rest) | Remembers your preferences such as location, language, and display settings to personalize your experience. | Functional | 6 months |
_hjid |
Hotjar | Sets a unique ID for the session, allowing the website to obtain data about visitor behavior for statistical purposes. | Analytics | 1 year |
_hjFirstSeen |
Hotjar | Used to identify if the visitor has visited the website before, or if it is a new visitor on the website. | Analytics | 30 minutes |
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 |
NID |
Registers a unique ID that identifies a returning user's device. The ID is used for targeted ads. | Advertising | 6 months |
5. Third-Party Cookies
Some cookies on our website are placed by third parties. We do not control these third-party cookies, and their use is governed by the privacy and cookie policies of the respective third parties. We encourage you to review the privacy policies of these third parties to understand how they collect and use your information.
The primary third-party services that may set cookies on our website include:
- Google LLC: Google Analytics, Google Ads, Google Tag Manager, and Google DoubleClick. For more information, visit Google's Privacy Policy.
- Meta Platforms, Inc. (Facebook): Facebook Pixel for advertising and conversion tracking. For more information, visit Facebook's Data Policy.
- Hotjar Ltd.: Website analytics and user behavior tracking. For more information, visit Hotjar's Privacy Policy.
6. How to Manage and Disable Cookies
You have the right to decide whether to accept or reject cookies (other than strictly necessary cookies, which are essential for the website to function). You can exercise your cookie preferences in several ways:
6.1 Browser Settings
Most web browsers allow you to manage your cookie preferences through the browser's settings menu. You can set your browser to refuse cookies, delete existing cookies, or alert you when cookies are being set. The steps to manage cookies vary depending on your browser:
- Google Chrome: Go to Settings > Privacy and Security > Cookies and other site data. Learn more.
- Mozilla Firefox: Go to Options > Privacy & Security > Cookies and Site Data. Learn more.
- Apple Safari: Go to Preferences > Privacy > Cookies and website data. Learn more.
- Microsoft Edge: Go to Settings > Cookies and site permissions > Cookies and site data. Learn more.
- Opera: Go to Settings > Advanced > Privacy & Security > Content Settings > Cookies. Learn more.
Please be aware that if you choose to block cookies through your browser settings, you may not be able to access all or parts of our website, and some features may not work as intended.
6.2 Opt-Out Tools Provided by Third Parties
In addition to browser settings, you can opt out of specific third-party cookies using the tools provided by those organizations:
| Service | Opt-Out Link | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Google Analytics | Google Analytics Opt-Out | Install the Google Analytics Opt-out Browser Add-on to prevent your data from being used by Google Analytics. |
| Google Ads Personalization | Google Ads Settings | Manage your Google ad preferences and opt out of personalized advertising. |
| Facebook / Meta Ads | Facebook Ad Preferences | Manage your Facebook ad settings and opt out of interest-based advertising. |
| Network Advertising Initiative | NAI Opt-Out | Opt out of interest-based advertising from NAI member companies. |
| Digital Advertising Alliance | DAA Opt-Out | Opt out of interest-based advertising from DAA participating companies. |
| Hotjar | Hotjar Do Not Track | Opt out of Hotjar's tracking and data collection on all websites. |
6.3 Do Not Track (DNT) Signals
Some browsers have a "Do Not Track" feature that signals to websites that you do not want to have your online activity tracked. Our website currently does not respond to "Do Not Track" signals, as there is no consistent standard for how DNT signals should be interpreted. However, you can use the cookie management options described above to control tracking on our website.
7. Impact of Disabling Cookies
While you have the right to disable cookies, it is important to understand that doing so may affect your experience on our website and the services we are able to provide to you. The specific impacts depend on which types of cookies you choose to disable:
If you disable Essential Cookies:
Our website may not function properly. You may be unable to complete online orders, log into your account, use our interactive features, or access secure areas of the website. We strongly advise against disabling essential cookies.
If you disable Analytics Cookies:
We will not be able to collect data about how you use our website. This means we may be less able to identify and fix errors, optimize performance, or understand which content is most valuable to our visitors. Your browsing experience will not be directly affected, but the quality of our website improvements may be reduced over time.
If you disable Functional Cookies:
Some website features may not work correctly. Your preferences such as language settings, location, and saved order information may not be remembered between visits, resulting in a less personalized experience. You may need to re-enter information each time you visit.
If you disable Advertising Cookies:
You will still see advertisements, but they will be less relevant to your interests. You may see the same ads more frequently, and we will have less ability to measure the effectiveness of our advertising campaigns. Disabling advertising cookies does not mean you will see fewer ads overall.
8. Cookies and California Privacy Rights
If you are a California resident, you have specific rights under the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA) as amended by the California Privacy Rights Act (CPRA) with respect to your personal information, including information collected through cookies. These rights include:
- Right to Know: The right to know what personal information we collect, use, disclose, or sell, including information collected through cookies.
- Right to Delete: The right to request deletion of personal information we have collected from you, subject to certain exceptions.
- Right to Opt-Out of Sale or Sharing: The right to opt out of the sale or sharing of your personal information for cross-context behavioral advertising purposes.
- Right to Limit Use of Sensitive Personal Information: The right to limit our use of sensitive personal information.
- Right to Non-Discrimination: The right not to be discriminated against for exercising your privacy rights.
To exercise any of these rights, please contact us using the information provided in the Contact section below. We will respond to your request within the timeframes required by applicable law.
9. Children's Privacy and Cookies
Our website is not directed at children under the age of 13, and we do not knowingly use cookies to collect personal information from children under 13 years of age. If you are a parent or guardian and believe that your child has provided us with personal information through our website, please contact us immediately so that we can take appropriate action to remove such information.
10. Updates to This Cookie Policy
We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our use of cookies, changes in applicable law, or other operational, legal, or regulatory reasons. When we make changes to this Cookie Policy, we will update the "Last Updated" date at the top of this page. We encourage you to review this Cookie Policy periodically to stay informed about how we use cookies.
If we make material changes to the way we use cookies, we will notify you by posting a prominent notice on our website or by sending you an email notification (if we have your email address on file). Your continued use of our website after the effective date of any changes constitutes your acceptance of the updated Cookie Policy.
11. Contact Us
If you have any questions, concerns, or requests regarding this Cookie Policy or our use of cookies and tracking technologies, please do not hesitate to contact us. We are committed to addressing your inquiries promptly and transparently.
- Business Name: Pizza Ranch
- Website: tastypizza-ranch.rest
- Email: [email protected]
When contacting us about cookies or privacy matters, please include the following information in your message to help us respond efficiently:
- Your full name and contact information
- A description of your request or concern
- The specific cookies or tracking technologies you are inquiring about (if applicable)
- Your state of residence (for California privacy rights requests)
We aim to respond to all privacy-related inquiries within 45 days of receipt, as required by the CCPA/CPRA for verified consumer requests. For general cookie inquiries, we will respond as promptly as possible.
This Cookie Policy was last reviewed and updated on June 14, 2026. It applies to all pages and services accessible through the domain tastypizza-ranch.rest. This Cookie Policy is governed by the laws of the United States and applicable state laws, including the CCPA/CPRA for California residents and the FTC Act for all users in the United States.