Cookie Policy

Last Updated: May 16, 2026

1. Introduction

Welcome to Pizza Ranch. We are committed to being transparent about the technologies we use on our website. This Cookie Policy explains what cookies are, what types of cookies we place on your device when you visit ranch-pizzadelivery.rest, and how you can control and manage them.

This policy should be read alongside our Privacy Policy, which provides further details about how we collect, use, and protect your personal information in compliance with applicable United States federal and state laws, including the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA) and the California Privacy Rights Act (CPRA) where applicable.

If you have any questions about this Cookie Policy, please contact us using the information 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, to provide a better user experience, and to provide reporting information.

Cookies set by the website owner (in this case, Pizza Ranch) 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.

2.1 How Cookies Work

When you visit our website for the first time, cookies are downloaded to your device. The next time you visit our site from the same device, your browser checks to see if it has any relevant cookies stored. If it does, the browser sends that information back to our server. This allows our website to recognize that you have visited before and to tailor your experience accordingly.

Cookies typically contain the following information:

  • The name of the server the cookie was sent from
  • The lifetime of the cookie (how long it will remain on your device)
  • A unique number or value assigned to identify your browser session or preferences

2.2 Similar Tracking Technologies

In addition to cookies, we may use other similar technologies such as:

  • Web Beacons (Pixel Tags): Small graphic images or code snippets embedded in web pages or emails that allow us to determine whether you have performed a specific action.
  • Local Storage: A technology similar to cookies that allows us to store information directly in your browser, often used to save preferences.
  • Session Storage: Temporary storage that is cleared when the browser session ends.
  • JavaScript Tags: Code that runs in your browser and helps us understand how you interact with our website.

3. Types of Cookies We Use

We use the following categories of cookies on our website:

3.1 Essential / Strictly Necessary Cookies

Essential cookies allow you to:

  • Navigate our website and use its features
  • Place orders and complete transactions securely
  • Maintain the security of your session while using our online ordering system
  • Remember items in your shopping cart during a browsing session

3.2 Analytics and Performance Cookies

These cookies collect information about how visitors use our website, such as which pages are visited most often and whether users receive error messages. All information collected by these cookies is aggregated and anonymous — it does not identify individual visitors. We use this data to improve how our website works and to understand our audience better.

We use Google Analytics for this purpose. Google Analytics is a web analytics service provided by Google LLC. For more information on how Google uses data collected through Google Analytics, please visit: https://policies.google.com/privacy.

3.3 Functional Cookies

These cookies allow the website to remember choices you make (such as your username, preferred language, or the region you are in) and provide enhanced, more personalized features. They may also be used to provide services you have asked for. The information collected by these cookies may be anonymized and cannot track your browsing activity on other websites.

Functional cookies on our website may be used to:

  • Remember your pizza preferences and delivery address
  • Save your login details (if you have an account)
  • Remember any accessibility settings you have selected
  • Improve your ordering experience based on past visits

3.4 Advertising and Targeting Cookies

These 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 our advertising campaigns. They are usually placed by advertising networks such as Google Ads and Meta (Facebook) with the website operator's permission. They remember that you have visited a website and this information may be shared with other organizations, such as advertisers.

We use Google Ads and may use Meta Pixel (Facebook) to help us reach you with targeted advertisements based on your interests and your interactions with our website.

4. Specific Cookies We Use

The table below provides detailed information about the specific cookies used on ranch-pizzadelivery.rest:

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 and sessions. Analytics 24 hours
_gat Google Analytics Used by Google Analytics to throttle request rate. Limits data collection on high-traffic websites. Analytics 1 minute
_ga_[ID] Google Analytics (GA4) Used to persist session state for Google Analytics 4 properties. Collects data on visitor behavior, including page views and interactions. Analytics 2 years
_gcl_au Google Ads Used by Google AdSense for experimenting with advertisement efficiency across websites using their services. Tracks conversions from Google Ads. Advertising 3 months
_fbp Meta (Facebook) Used by Meta to deliver a series of advertisement products such as real-time bidding from third-party advertisers. Advertising 3 months
_fbc Meta (Facebook) Stores the last visit to the website and is used for tracking purposes and ad measurement by Meta. Advertising 2 years
PHPSESSID Pizza Ranch (First Party) Preserves user session state across page requests. Essential for the ordering system to function properly. Essential Session
cart_session Pizza Ranch (First Party) Stores the contents of your pizza order cart so items are not lost as you navigate between pages. Essential Session
user_prefs Pizza Ranch (First Party) Stores your preferences such as delivery address, pizza preferences, and notification settings to improve your experience on return visits. Functional 1 year
cookie_consent Pizza Ranch (First Party) Stores your cookie consent preferences so we do not ask for consent on every visit. Essential 1 year
csrf_token Pizza Ranch (First Party) A security cookie used to prevent cross-site request forgery (CSRF) attacks during form submissions and ordering. Essential Session

Note: The list of cookies may be updated from time to time as we add new features or update our services. We encourage you to check this page periodically for the most up-to-date information.

5. Legal Basis for Using Cookies

Under applicable United States law, including the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA) as amended by the California Privacy Rights Act (CPRA), and the FTC Act governing consumer protection and unfair or deceptive trade practices, we are required to be transparent about our use of tracking technologies.

Our legal basis for using different types of cookies is as follows:

  • Essential Cookies: These are used based on our legitimate interest in operating a functional and secure website. They do not require your consent as they are strictly necessary.
  • Analytics, Functional, and Advertising Cookies: These are used with your consent, which you provide upon accepting cookies when you first visit our website.

California residents have additional rights under the CCPA/CPRA, including the right to opt out of the sale or sharing of personal information collected through cookies. For more information, please see our Privacy Policy.

6. How to Manage and Control Cookies

You have the right to decide whether to accept or refuse non-essential cookies. You can exercise your cookie preferences in the following ways:

6.1 Cookie Consent Banner

When you first visit our website, you will be presented with a cookie consent banner that allows you to accept or decline non-essential 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 or to indicate when a cookie is being sent. However, please note that if you disable cookies, some features of our website may not function properly.

Here are links to the cookie management instructions for the most common browsers:

For mobile devices, you can manage cookies through your device settings or your mobile browser settings. Please refer to your device manufacturer's instructions for more information.

6.3 Third-Party Opt-Out Tools

You can also opt out of specific third-party cookies using the following tools and links:

Service Opt-Out Link Description
Google Analytics Google Analytics Opt-out Browser Add-on Install the Google Analytics opt-out browser add-on to prevent your data from being used by Google Analytics.
Google Ads / DoubleClick Google Ads Settings Manage your Google Ads preferences and opt out of personalized advertising.
Meta (Facebook) Ads Facebook Ad Preferences Manage your Facebook advertising preferences and opt out of interest-based advertising.
Network Advertising Initiative (NAI) NAI Opt-out Tool Opt out of interest-based advertising from NAI member companies.
Digital Advertising Alliance (DAA) DAA Opt-out Tool Opt out of online behavioral advertising from participating companies.
Your Privacy Choices (US) Privacy Rights Clearinghouse Additional US-specific opt-out options for digital advertising and data collection.

6.4 Do Not Track (DNT)

Some browsers have a "Do Not Track" (DNT) feature that signals to websites that you do not want your online activity tracked. Our website currently does not respond to DNT signals; however, you can use the opt-out tools listed above to control tracking. We continue to monitor developments in DNT standards and may update our practices accordingly.

7. Impact of Disabling Cookies

If you choose to disable or block certain cookies, please be aware that this may impact your experience on our website. The following outlines the potential effects of disabling each type of cookie:

7.1 If You Disable Essential Cookies

  • You will not be able to complete the online ordering process
  • Your shopping cart may not function correctly, causing items to be lost between pages
  • Security features protecting your account and payment information may be compromised
  • You may need to log in repeatedly during your visit

7.2 If You Disable Analytics Cookies

  • We will be unable to collect anonymous usage data to improve our website
  • Your browsing experience will not be significantly affected
  • We may be less able to identify and fix website errors quickly

7.3 If You Disable Functional Cookies

  • Your preferences (such as delivery address or order history) will not be saved between visits
  • You may need to re-enter your information each time you visit
  • The website will still function, but may offer a less personalized experience

7.4 If You Disable Advertising Cookies

  • You will still see advertisements, but they will be less relevant to your interests
  • Your browsing experience on our website will not be significantly affected
  • Advertising networks may still collect some non-targeted data

8. Cookies and Children's Privacy

Our website is not directed at children under the age of 13. We do not knowingly use cookies to collect personal information from children under 13. If you are a parent or guardian and believe that your child has provided us with personal information through our website, please contact us using the details below so that we can take appropriate action.

9. Third-Party Websites

Our website may contain links to third-party websites, including social media platforms and delivery partner websites. Please be aware that we have no control over the cookies used by these third-party sites. We encourage you to review the cookie and privacy policies of any third-party websites you visit.

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 for other operational, legal, or regulatory reasons. When we make changes, we will update the "Last Updated" date at the top of this policy and, where the changes are significant, we may provide additional notice such as a notification on our website or via email.

We encourage you to review this Cookie Policy periodically to stay informed about our use of cookies. Your continued use of our website after we post changes to this Cookie Policy constitutes your acceptance of those changes.

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:

Pizza Ranch — Contact Information
Company Pizza Ranch
Email [email protected]
Website ranch-pizzadelivery.rest

We will do our best to respond to your inquiry within a reasonable timeframe. If you are a California resident and have concerns about your privacy rights under the CCPA/CPRA, you may also contact us to submit a formal privacy rights request.