Cookie Policy
Effective Date: March 29, 2026 | Last Updated: March 29, 2026
1. Introduction
Welcome to pizzranch.world (the "Website"), operated by Pizza Ranch ("we," "us," or "our"). This Cookie Policy is designed to provide you with clear and comprehensive information about how we use cookies and similar tracking technologies on our website.
We are committed to transparency regarding our data practices and to protecting the privacy of all visitors to our website. 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 or our use of cookies, please contact us at [email protected].
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 operators to make websites work efficiently, to improve user experience, and to provide reporting information to website owners.
Cookies serve many different functions. Some cookies are essential for the technical operation of the website — without them, the website could not function properly. Other cookies allow us to track user behavior, analyze website traffic, deliver personalized advertising, and remember your preferences for future visits.
Cookies are generally set by the website you are visiting ("first-party cookies") or by third-party services that the website uses, such as analytics platforms or advertising networks ("third-party cookies"). Each cookie typically contains the following information:
- The name of the cookie
- The domain that set the cookie
- An expiry date (after which the cookie is automatically deleted)
- A unique identifier or value stored within the cookie
3. How Do Cookies Work?
When you visit our website for the first time, your browser receives cookies from our web server or from third-party services embedded in our website. Your browser stores these cookies locally on your device. On subsequent visits to our website, your browser sends the stored cookies back to our server, allowing us to recognize your device and recall information from your previous visits.
Cookies can be classified based on their lifespan:
- Session Cookies: These are temporary cookies that are deleted from your device automatically when you close your browser. They help maintain your session and ensure a smooth browsing experience while you are on our website.
- Persistent Cookies: These cookies remain on your device for a set period of time (specified in the cookie itself) or until you delete them manually. They are used to remember your preferences and settings for future visits.
In addition to traditional cookies, we may also use similar tracking technologies such as web beacons (also known as pixel tags or clear GIFs), local storage objects, and tracking scripts. These technologies operate in a similar manner to cookies and are subject to the same controls described in this policy.
4. Types of Cookies We Use
We use the following categories of cookies on our website:
4.1 Essential Cookies
Essential cookies are strictly necessary for the operation of our website. These cookies enable core functionality such as security, network management, and account access. Without these cookies, our website would not function properly, and we therefore cannot seek your consent for their use — they are always active.
Essential cookies do not collect personal information for marketing purposes and cannot be turned off in our systems. You can set your browser to block or alert you about these cookies, but some parts of the website will not work without them.
4.2 Analytics and Performance Cookies
Analytics cookies help us understand how visitors interact with our website by collecting and reporting information anonymously. These cookies allow us to measure website performance, identify popular pages, track traffic patterns, and understand how users navigate through our site. This information helps us improve the functionality and content of our website.
We use Google Analytics, a web analytics service provided by Google LLC, which uses cookies to collect information about how visitors use our website. Google Analytics generates statistical and other information about website use and compiles reports on website activity for us. All information collected by Google Analytics is aggregated and anonymized where possible.
4.3 Functional Cookies
Functional cookies allow our website to remember choices you make when you visit, such as your preferred language, region, or other settings. These cookies provide enhanced, personalized features and services. The information these cookies collect may be anonymized and they cannot track your browsing activity on other websites.
4.4 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 third-party advertising networks with our permission and remember that you have visited a website. This information is shared with other organizations such as advertisers.
We use Google Ads conversion tracking and remarketing features, which use cookies to track the effectiveness of our advertising campaigns and to show you relevant advertisements across the web. We may also use Facebook Pixel and other similar tools for advertising purposes.
5. Specific Cookies We Use
The following table provides detailed information about the specific cookies used on our website:
| Cookie Name | Provider | Purpose | Type | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|---|
_ga |
Google Analytics | Registers a unique ID used to generate statistical data on how the visitor uses the website. Used to distinguish users and track sessions across our website. | Analytics | 2 years |
_gid |
Google Analytics | Registers a unique ID used to generate statistical data on how the visitor uses the website. Stores and updates a unique value for each page visited. | Analytics | 24 hours |
_gat |
Google Analytics | Used by Google Analytics to throttle the request rate — limiting the collection of data on high-traffic sites. Helps manage the rate of data sampling. | Analytics | 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 campaigns and is used for remarketing purposes. | Advertising | 90 days |
_fbp |
Used by Facebook to deliver a series of advertisement products such as real-time bidding from third-party advertisers. Tracks visitor behavior across websites that have the Facebook Pixel installed. | Advertising | 3 months | |
session_id |
pizzranch.world | Maintains the user session while browsing the website. Ensures a consistent and secure user experience during a single browsing session. | Essential | Session |
csrf_token |
pizzranch.world | Helps protect against Cross-Site Request Forgery attacks. Required for the secure submission of forms on our website. | Essential | Session |
user_prefs |
pizzranch.world | Stores user preferences such as language selection, location, and display settings to provide a personalized experience on return visits. | Functional | 1 year |
cookie_consent |
pizzranch.world | Records whether the visitor has accepted or declined the use of cookies, ensuring the cookie consent banner is not shown again on subsequent visits. | Essential | 1 year |
_ga_[ID] |
Google Analytics (GA4) | Used by Google Analytics 4 to persist session state and provide enhanced measurement capabilities including event tracking and user journey analysis. | Analytics | 2 years |
6. Third-Party Cookies
In addition to our own cookies, we allow certain trusted third parties to place cookies on your device when you visit our website. These third-party cookies are governed by the respective privacy policies of those third parties, not by this Cookie Policy. We do not control the information collected by these third-party cookies.
The third-party services that may place cookies on your device through our website include:
- Google LLC — for analytics (Google Analytics) and advertising (Google Ads). For more information, visit Google's Privacy Policy.
- Meta Platforms, Inc. (Facebook) — for social media integration and targeted advertising via the Facebook Pixel. For more information, visit Facebook's Data Policy.
- Other advertising partners — who may deliver targeted advertisements on our behalf across the internet.
7. How to Manage and Disable Cookies
You have the right to decide whether to accept or reject cookies (except for essential cookies, which are necessary for the website to function). You can manage your cookie preferences in several ways:
7.1 Browser Settings
Most web browsers allow you to control cookies through their settings preferences. You can set your browser to refuse all cookies, accept only first-party cookies, or alert you when a cookie is set. Please note that if you restrict cookies, you may not be able to use all features of our website.
Instructions for managing cookies in popular browsers:
- Google Chrome: Go to Settings > Privacy and Security > Cookies and other site data. Visit Google Chrome Help for detailed instructions.
- Mozilla Firefox: Go to Options > Privacy & Security > Cookies and Site Data. Visit Mozilla Firefox Support for detailed instructions.
- Apple Safari: Go to Preferences > Privacy > Cookies and website data. Visit Apple Safari Support for detailed instructions.
- Microsoft Edge: Go to Settings > Cookies and site permissions > Cookies and site data. Visit Microsoft Edge Support for detailed instructions.
- Opera: Go to Settings > Advanced > Privacy & Security > Site Settings > Cookies and site data. Visit Opera Help for detailed instructions.
7.2 Opt-Out Tools
In addition to browser settings, you can use the following opt-out tools provided by third-party service providers:
- Google Analytics Opt-Out: You can prevent Google Analytics from collecting your data by installing the Google Analytics Opt-out Browser Add-on.
- Google Ads Personalization: You can manage your Google advertising preferences and opt out of personalized advertising by visiting Google Ad Settings.
- Facebook/Meta Ad Preferences: You can manage your Facebook advertising preferences by visiting your Facebook Ad Preferences page.
- Network Advertising Initiative (NAI): You can opt out of interest-based advertising from NAI member companies by visiting the NAI Opt-Out Tool.
- Digital Advertising Alliance (DAA): You can opt out of behavioral advertising by visiting the DAA Opt-Out Tool.
- Your Online Choices (EU users): For users in the European Union, visit Your Online Choices to manage your advertising preferences.
8. Impact of Disabling Cookies
Please be aware that disabling certain types of cookies may have a significant impact on your experience when using our website. The following outlines the potential impacts of disabling each category of cookies:
| Cookie Type | Impact of Disabling |
|---|---|
| Essential Cookies | The website may not function properly. You may not be able to access certain pages, submit forms, use secure areas of the website, or complete online orders. We strongly recommend keeping these cookies enabled. |
| Analytics Cookies | We will not be able to collect information about how you use our website. This means we cannot improve our website based on user behavior data. Your browsing experience will not be directly affected, but you may see less relevant content over time. |
| Functional Cookies | Some website features may not work as expected. Your preferences, such as language settings and personalized content, may not be saved between visits, requiring you to re-enter your preferences each time you visit. |
| 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. Disabling these cookies does not prevent advertising; it simply makes the advertising less targeted. |
9. California Privacy Rights
If you are a resident of California, you have specific rights under the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA) and the California Privacy Rights Act (CPRA) regarding your personal information, including information collected through cookies.
Under California law, you have the right to:
- Know what personal information is collected about you and how it is used and shared
- Delete personal information collected about you (with certain exceptions)
- Opt out of the sale or sharing of your personal information
- Limit the use and disclosure of your sensitive personal information
- Non-discrimination for exercising your privacy rights
To exercise your California privacy rights, please contact us at [email protected]. For more detailed information about our privacy practices, please review our full Privacy Policy.
10. Do Not Track Signals
Some web browsers offer a "Do Not Track" (DNT) feature that signals to websites that you visit that you do not want your online activity to be tracked. There is currently no universally accepted standard for interpreting DNT signals, and our website does not currently respond to DNT signals. However, you can use the cookie management tools described in Section 7 to control tracking on our website.
11. Updates to This Cookie Policy
We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time to reflect changes in the cookies and tracking technologies we use, changes in applicable law, or changes in our business practices. We will post any updates on this page with a revised "Last Updated" date. We encourage you to review this Cookie Policy periodically to stay informed about our use of cookies.
If we make material changes to this Cookie Policy, we will provide notice through a prominent notice on our website or through other means as required by applicable law. Your continued use of our website following the posting of changes constitutes your acceptance of the updated Cookie Policy.
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:
We will endeavor to respond to all legitimate inquiries within a reasonable timeframe. If you are not satisfied with our response or believe we are using your data unlawfully, you have the right to lodge a complaint with the appropriate regulatory authority in your jurisdiction.