Cookie Policy
Last Updated: March 30, 2026
1. Introduction
Welcome to Pizza Ranch. We are committed to being transparent about how we collect and use data related to your visit to our website located at ranch-pizza.rest. This Cookie Policy is designed to help you understand what cookies are, how we use them, what choices you have regarding their use, and how you can manage your cookie preferences.
This policy should be read alongside our Privacy Policy and Terms of Service, which provide additional information about how we process personal data collected through our website. By accessing and using our website, you acknowledge that you have read and understood this Cookie Policy.
If you have any questions or concerns about our use of cookies, 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-connected device when you visit a website. They are widely used by website operators to make websites function properly, work more efficiently, and to provide reporting information about user behavior.
Cookies are created by the web server that hosts the website and delivered to your browser. When you return to the same website, your browser sends the cookie back to the server, allowing the site to recognize your device and remember your preferences or past actions.
Cookies can be classified in various ways:
- By origin: First-party cookies are set directly by the website you are visiting. Third-party cookies are set by a domain other than the website you are visiting, typically by advertising networks or analytics providers.
- By duration: Session cookies are temporary and are deleted when you close your browser. Persistent cookies remain on your device for a defined period or until you manually delete them.
- By purpose: Cookies serve different functions, including essential site functionality, performance monitoring, personalization, and targeted advertising.
3. Similar Tracking Technologies
In addition to cookies, we may use other similar tracking technologies on our website, including:
- Web Beacons (Pixel Tags): Small invisible images embedded in web pages or emails that allow us to track whether a page has been viewed or an email has been opened.
- Local Storage: A feature of your web browser that allows websites to store data locally on your device, similar to cookies but with a larger storage capacity.
- Session Storage: Similar to local storage but the data is cleared when your browser session ends.
- JavaScript Tags: Code snippets that execute in your browser and collect information about your browsing behavior.
For the purposes of this Cookie Policy, references to "cookies" include all of the above technologies unless otherwise specified.
4. Types of Cookies We Use
We use four main categories of cookies on our website. Below is a detailed explanation of each category:
4.1 Essential Cookies
Essential cookies (also known as strictly necessary cookies) are fundamental to the operation of our website. Without these cookies, the website cannot function properly, and certain services or features cannot be provided. These cookies do not require your consent under applicable law, as they are strictly necessary for the delivery of our services.
Essential cookies are used for purposes such as:
- Maintaining your session as you navigate between pages
- Remembering items in your shopping cart or order
- Enabling security features and fraud prevention
- Ensuring the website loads correctly and efficiently
- Supporting load balancing across our servers
4.2 Analytics and Performance Cookies
Analytics cookies allow us to count visits and traffic sources so we can measure and improve the performance of our website. These cookies help us understand how visitors interact with our website, which pages are most popular, how long users spend on different pages, and where users come from. All information collected by these cookies is aggregated and therefore anonymous — it does not identify you personally.
We use Google Analytics, a web analytics service provided by Google LLC, to analyze the use of our website. Google Analytics uses cookies to generate statistical and other information about website use. The information generated is used to create reports about the use of our website. Google's privacy policy is available at: https://policies.google.com/privacy.
4.3 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 allow us to remember choices you make (such as your preferred location, language settings, or previously entered information) so we can provide a more personalized and convenient experience.
If you do not allow these cookies, some or all of these services may not function properly, and your experience on our website may be less personalized.
4.4 Advertising and Targeting Cookies
Advertising cookies (also known as targeting or marketing cookies) are used to build a profile of your interests and show you relevant advertisements on our website and across other websites. They work by uniquely identifying your browser and internet device. If you do not allow these cookies, you will still see advertisements, but they will be less targeted and relevant to your interests.
These cookies may be set through our website by our advertising partners, including Google Ads and other digital advertising networks. They may be used by those companies to build a profile of your interests and show you relevant advertising on other sites.
5. Specific Cookies We Use
The following table provides detailed information about the specific cookies used on our website, 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 our website. Used to distinguish users. | Analytics (Third-Party) | 2 years |
_gid |
Google Analytics | Registers a unique ID used to generate statistical data on how visitors use our website. Used to distinguish users on a short-term basis. | Analytics (Third-Party) | 24 hours |
_gat |
Google Analytics | Used by Google Analytics to throttle request rate — limits the collection of data on high-traffic websites. | Analytics (Third-Party) | 1 minute |
_gcl_au |
Google Ads | Used by Google AdSense to experiment with advertisement efficiency across websites using their services. Tracks conversions from Google Ads. | Advertising (Third-Party) | 3 months |
session_id |
Pizza Ranch (ranch-pizza.rest) | Maintains your session state as you navigate through the website. Ensures continuity of your browsing session. | Essential (First-Party) | Session (deleted when browser closes) |
cart_token |
Pizza Ranch (ranch-pizza.rest) | Stores items added to your cart or order so they remain saved while you browse the website. | Essential (First-Party) | 30 days |
user_preferences |
Pizza Ranch (ranch-pizza.rest) | Remembers your site preferences such as location, delivery options, and display settings. | Functional (First-Party) | 1 year |
cookie_consent |
Pizza Ranch (ranch-pizza.rest) | Stores your cookie consent preferences so we do not show the cookie banner on every visit. | Essential (First-Party) | 1 year |
_fbp |
Facebook (Meta) | Used by Facebook to deliver a series of advertisement products, such as real-time bidding from third-party advertisers. | Advertising (Third-Party) | 3 months |
XSRF-TOKEN |
Pizza Ranch (ranch-pizza.rest) | Ensures user browsing security by preventing Cross-Site Request Forgery (CSRF) attacks. | Essential (First-Party) | Session |
Note: This table may not be exhaustive. We update our cookie usage periodically, and this table will be updated accordingly. New cookies may be added as we update our website features and third-party integrations.
6. Legal Basis for Using Cookies
Under applicable United States federal and state laws, including the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) Act, and relevant state privacy laws such as the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA) as amended by the California Privacy Rights Act (CPRA), we process data collected through cookies on the following legal bases:
- Legitimate Interest: For essential and functional cookies necessary to operate our website and provide services to you.
- Consent: For analytics, functional, and advertising cookies, we rely on your consent, which you may provide or withdraw at any time through our cookie consent tool or browser settings.
- Contractual Necessity: For cookies required to fulfill an order or service request you have made.
California residents have specific rights under CCPA/CPRA regarding their personal information, including the right to know what personal information is collected, the right to opt-out of the sale or sharing of personal information, and the right to non-discrimination for exercising privacy rights. For more information, please review our Privacy Policy.
7. How to Manage and Control Cookies
You have several options for controlling and managing cookies. Please be aware that restricting cookies may impact the functionality and experience offered by our website.
7.1 Browser Settings
Most web browsers allow you to manage your cookie settings through the browser's settings or preferences menu. You can set your browser to refuse cookies, delete existing cookies, or alert you when cookies are being sent. The steps to manage cookies vary by browser. Below are links to instructions for the most common browsers:
- Google Chrome: https://support.google.com/chrome/answer/95647
- Mozilla Firefox: https://support.mozilla.org/en-US/kb/enable-and-disable-cookies-website-preferences
- Apple Safari: https://support.apple.com/guide/safari/manage-cookies-sfri11471/mac
- Microsoft Edge: https://support.microsoft.com/en-us/microsoft-edge
- Opera: https://help.opera.com/en/latest/web-preferences/#cookies
For mobile devices, you can manage cookie settings through your device's browser settings or, in some cases, through your device's privacy settings.
7.2 Opt-Out Tools for Specific Services
In addition to browser-level controls, you can opt out of specific third-party cookies using the following tools provided by our technology partners:
- Google Analytics Opt-Out: You can prevent your data from being used by Google Analytics by installing the Google Analytics opt-out browser add-on, available at: https://tools.google.com/dlpage/gaoptout
- Google Ads / Personalized Advertising: You can opt out of personalized advertising from Google by visiting Google's Ad Settings at: https://adssettings.google.com
- Facebook / Meta Ads: You can manage your Facebook advertising preferences through your Facebook account settings or by visiting: https://www.facebook.com/ads/preferences
- Digital Advertising Alliance (DAA): You can opt out of interest-based advertising from participating companies through the DAA's opt-out tool at: https://optout.aboutads.info
- Network Advertising Initiative (NAI): You can opt out of interest-based advertising from NAI member companies at: https://optout.networkadvertising.org
7.3 Do Not Track (DNT)
Some browsers have a "Do Not Track" feature that signals to websites that you do not want to have your online activities tracked. Our website currently responds to Do Not Track signals by limiting the use of non-essential cookies. However, please note that not all tracking will cease, as some essential cookies are required for the website to function properly.
8. Impact of Disabling Cookies
While you have the right to disable cookies, please be aware that doing so may have a significant impact on your experience when using our website. Below is a summary of the potential impacts of disabling each category of cookies:
| Cookie Category | Impact if Disabled |
|---|---|
| Essential Cookies | The website may not function properly. You may be unable to complete orders, access certain pages, or maintain a stable browsing session. Core features may be unavailable. |
| Analytics Cookies | We will be unable to collect data on how visitors use our website, which limits our ability to improve the site's performance and user experience. Your browsing will not be affected. |
| Functional Cookies | Your preferences (such as saved location or delivery options) may 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 generic and less relevant to your interests. It will not reduce the total number of ads you see. |
9. Third-Party Cookies and Links
Our website may contain links to third-party websites, plugins, and applications. Clicking on those links or enabling those connections may allow third parties to collect or share data about you. We do not control these third-party websites and are not responsible for their privacy or cookie practices. We encourage you to review the cookie and privacy policies of any third-party websites you visit.
Third-party services that may place cookies on your device through our website include, but are not limited to:
- Google LLC (Google Analytics, Google Ads)
- Meta Platforms, Inc. (Facebook Pixel)
- Online ordering and delivery platform providers
- Payment processing services
10. Children's Privacy
Our website is not directed to children under the age of 13. We do not knowingly use cookies to collect personal information from children under 13 years of age. If you believe that we have inadvertently collected information from a child under 13, please contact us immediately at the details provided below, and we will take steps to delete such information.
11. 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 for other operational reasons. We will notify you of any significant changes by updating the "Last Updated" date at the top of this page. We encourage you to review this Cookie Policy periodically to stay informed about our use of cookies.
Your continued use of our website after any changes to this Cookie Policy constitutes your acceptance of the updated policy. If you do not agree with the updated policy, you should adjust your cookie settings accordingly or discontinue use of our website.
12. 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 using the information below:
Website: ranch-pizza.rest
Email: [email protected]
We aim to respond to all inquiries within 5 business days.
This Cookie Policy was last reviewed and updated on March 30, 2026. All rights reserved. Pizza Ranch — ranch-pizza.rest.