Cookie Policy

Last Updated: June 5, 2026

1. Introduction

Welcome to Pizza Ranch. We are committed to being transparent about how we use technology on our website, cafe-ranchpizza.click. This Cookie Policy explains what cookies are, how we use them, the types of cookies we place on your device, and how you can control and manage your cookie preferences.

This policy should be read alongside our Privacy Policy, which provides further information about how we collect, use, and protect your personal data in accordance with applicable United States laws, including the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA) and the California Privacy Rights Act (CPRA) where applicable, and the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) Act governing consumer protection and fair business practices.

If you have any questions 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-enabled device when you visit a website. They are widely used by website owners to make their websites function properly, work more efficiently, and provide reporting information.

Cookies do not typically contain information that personally identifies a user, but personal information that we store about you may be linked to the information stored in and obtained from cookies. Cookies are stored on your device for varying periods of time depending on their type and purpose.

There are several types of cookies based on their origin and lifespan:

  • First-party cookies: These are set directly by the website you are visiting (cafe-ranchpizza.click).
  • Third-party cookies: These are set by a domain other than the one you are visiting, typically by third-party service providers such as analytics or advertising platforms.
  • Session cookies: These are temporary cookies that expire when you close your browser. They are used to maintain your session as you navigate through the website.
  • Persistent cookies: These remain on your device for a set period of time or until you manually delete them. They help remember your preferences and settings for future visits.

3. How Do Cookies Work?

When you visit our website for the first time, a cookie consent banner may appear, giving you the option to accept or decline certain types of cookies. When you revisit the site, cookies stored on your device allow us to recognize you and customize your experience accordingly.

Cookies can store a variety of information, such as your language preferences, items in a shopping cart, login status, and browsing behavior on our site. Some cookies communicate with third-party servers (such as Google Analytics or advertising networks), which can use the information to build a profile of your browsing habits and interests.

It is important to note that cookies do not give us direct access to your device. They only provide information about your browsing activity on our website or websites you have previously visited, depending on the cookie type.

4. Types of Cookies We Use

We use the following categories of cookies on our website:

4.1 Strictly Necessary / Essential Cookies

These cookies are essential for the proper functioning of our website. Without them, certain services and features cannot be provided. They are typically set in response to your actions, such as setting privacy preferences, logging in, or filling out forms. These cookies do not store any personally identifiable information and cannot be disabled through our cookie consent tool, as they are fundamental to the operation of the website.

4.2 Functional / Preference Cookies

Functional cookies allow our website to remember choices you have made, such as your preferred language or region, and provide enhanced, more personalized features. They may also be used to provide services you have requested, such as watching a video or commenting on a blog post. The information these cookies collect may be anonymized, and they cannot track your browsing activity on other websites.

4.3 Analytics / Performance Cookies

Analytics cookies help us understand how visitors interact with our website by collecting and reporting information anonymously. This allows us to measure and improve the performance of our website. We use Google Analytics to collect this data, which includes information such as the pages you visit, how long you spend on each page, and what links you click on. This data is aggregated and does not directly identify individual users.

4.4 Advertising / 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 help measure the effectiveness of advertising campaigns. These cookies are usually placed by third-party advertising networks with our permission. They remember that you have visited a website and this information is shared with other organizations, such as advertisers. These cookies may track your browsing activity across multiple websites.

5. Specific Cookies We Use

The table below provides detailed information about the specific cookies used on cafe-ranchpizza.click, including their name, purpose, type, and duration.

Cookie Name Provider Purpose Type Duration
cookieconsent_status cafe-ranchpizza.click Stores the user's cookie consent preferences so the consent banner does not appear on every visit. Essential 1 year
PHPSESSID cafe-ranchpizza.click Maintains your user session across pages. Allows the website to remember your interactions during a single browser session. Essential Session
_lang cafe-ranchpizza.click Remembers the user's preferred language setting for subsequent visits. Functional 30 days
user_preferences cafe-ranchpizza.click Stores personalized preferences such as region settings and display options selected by the user. Functional 6 months
_ga Google Analytics Registers a unique ID that is used to generate statistical data on how you use the website. Used to distinguish users in Google Analytics reports. Analytics 2 years
_gid Google Analytics Registers a unique ID that is used to generate statistical data on how you use the website. Distinguishes users for a 24-hour tracking period. Analytics 24 hours
_gat Google Analytics Used to throttle request rate to Google Analytics servers, limiting the collection of data on high-traffic websites. Analytics 1 minute
_gcl_au Google Ads Used by Google Ads to store and track conversions and measure the effectiveness of advertising campaigns. Links ad clicks to user activity on the website. Advertising 90 days
_fbp Facebook (Meta) Used by Facebook to deliver advertisements and track conversions from Facebook ads when visiting websites that use the Facebook pixel. Advertising 90 days
fr Facebook (Meta) Used by Facebook to deliver, measure, and improve the relevance of ads on and off Facebook. Contains a unique browser and user ID. Advertising 90 days
IDE Google DoubleClick Used by Google DoubleClick to register and report user actions after viewing or clicking on one of the advertiser's ads for the purpose of measuring the efficacy of an ad and to present targeted ads to the user. Advertising 1 year

Note: The above list may not be exhaustive. As we update our services and technology, new cookies may be added. We will update this Cookie Policy accordingly to reflect any changes.

6. Third-Party Cookies and Services

In addition to our own cookies, we work with a number of trusted third-party service providers whose cookies may be placed on your device when you visit our website. These third parties include, but are not limited to:

6.1 Google Analytics

We use Google Analytics, a web analytics service provided by Google LLC, to analyze website traffic and user behavior. Google Analytics uses cookies (_ga, _gid, _gat) to collect information about how users interact with our website. The data collected is transmitted to and stored on Google's servers in the United States. Google may use this data in accordance with its own privacy policies.

For more information about how Google uses data collected via its partner sites, visit: https://policies.google.com/privacy

6.2 Google Ads

We use Google Ads to display advertising on other websites across the internet. Google uses the _gcl_au cookie to help advertisers understand how users interact with their website after seeing or clicking on a Google Ad. Google's use of advertising cookies enables it and its partners to serve ads based on your visit to our site and other sites on the Internet.

6.3 Facebook (Meta) Pixel

We use the Facebook Pixel, a tool provided by Meta Platforms, Inc., to measure the effectiveness of our advertising campaigns on Facebook and Instagram. The Pixel collects data about your activity on our website and uses cookies (_fbp, fr) to deliver targeted advertisements on Facebook and its partner networks.

For more information about Facebook's cookie policies, visit: https://www.facebook.com/policies/cookies/

7. How to Manage and Control Cookies

You have the right to decide whether to accept or decline cookies. You can exercise your cookie preferences through several methods described below. Please be aware that disabling certain cookies may affect the functionality of our website.

7.1 Browser Settings

Most web browsers allow you to control cookies through their settings. You can set your browser to block or alert you about cookies, delete existing cookies, and browse in private mode. The exact process varies by browser. Please refer to the instructions for your browser below:

7.2 Opt-Out Tools for Analytics and Advertising

In addition to browser settings, you can use the following third-party opt-out tools to manage tracking by analytics and advertising services:

8. Impact of Disabling Cookies

While you have the right to restrict or disable cookies at any time, please be aware that doing so may significantly impact your experience on our website. The following describes the potential effects of disabling each category of cookies:

  • Essential Cookies: If you disable these cookies, core website functions may no longer work. You may not be able to complete orders, maintain your session, or access secure areas of the website.
  • Functional Cookies: Without these cookies, the website will not be able to remember your preferences such as language or location settings, meaning you may need to re-enter your preferences each time you visit.
  • Analytics Cookies: Disabling analytics cookies will prevent us from collecting data on how visitors use our website. While this will not directly affect your browsing experience, it limits our ability to improve our services and user experience over time.
  • Advertising Cookies: If you disable advertising cookies, you will still see advertisements, but they will be less relevant to your interests. You may also see the same ads more frequently as the frequency-capping functionality will no longer work.

9. Do Not Track Signals

Some browsers include a "Do Not Track" (DNT) feature that signals to websites that you do not want your online activity tracked. At this time, our website does not currently respond to Do Not Track signals, as there is no consistent industry standard for how these signals should be interpreted. We will continue to monitor developments in this area and update our practices as necessary.

California residents who wish to exercise their rights under the CCPA/CPRA, including the right to opt out of the sale or sharing of personal information, may contact us directly using the contact information provided in Section 11.

10. Updates to This Cookie Policy

We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices, the cookies we use, or applicable laws. When we make significant changes, we will update the "Last Updated" date at the top of this page. We encourage you to review this policy periodically to stay informed about our use of cookies.

Your continued use of our website after the posting of any changes to this Cookie Policy will constitute your acceptance of those changes. If you do not agree with the updated policy, you should discontinue your use of our website and adjust your cookie settings in your browser accordingly.

11. Contact Us

If you have any questions, concerns, or requests regarding this Cookie Policy or our use of cookies, please do not hesitate to contact us. We will do our best to respond to your inquiry in a timely and thorough manner.

Pizza Ranch — Contact Information