Cookie Policy
Effective Date: April 10, 2026 | Last Updated: April 10, 2026
1. Who We Are
This Cookie Policy applies to the website pizza-pequods.rest, operated by Pequod's Pizza. If you have any questions about how we use cookies, you can contact us at:
- Business Name: Pequod's Pizza
- Website: pizza-pequods.rest
- Email: [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 across the internet to make websites work more efficiently and to provide information to the owners of those websites.
When you visit pizza-pequods.rest, our web server sends a cookie to your browser, which stores it on your device. Each time you return to our website, your browser sends the cookie back to our server. This allows us to recognize your device, remember your preferences, and improve your overall browsing experience.
Cookies typically contain the following information:
- The name of the domain that placed the cookie
- A unique identifier (a string of numbers and letters)
- The expiration date of the cookie
- Various settings, flags, or values that the website needs to remember
Cookies are not programs or applications — they cannot carry viruses or install software on your device. They are simply data files that help websites function properly and remember information about your visit.
2.1 First-Party vs. Third-Party Cookies
First-party cookies are set directly by Pequod's Pizza (the website you are visiting). These are used to remember your preferences and settings while you navigate our site.
Third-party cookies are set by external services or companies whose content appears on our website — such as Google Analytics or advertising platforms. These third parties have their own privacy and cookie policies that govern how they use the data collected through their cookies.
2.2 Session Cookies vs. Persistent Cookies
Session cookies are temporary and are deleted from your device automatically when you close your browser. They help our website keep track of your actions during a single browsing session.
Persistent cookies remain on your device for a set period of time (specified in the cookie itself) or until you manually delete them. These cookies are activated each time you visit our website and help us recognize you as a returning visitor.
3. Types of Cookies We Use
Pequod's Pizza uses four categories of cookies on pizza-pequods.rest. Below is a detailed explanation of each category:
3.1 Strictly Necessary / Essential Cookies
Essential cookies help us:
- Enable secure login or account access functions
- Maintain your session as you browse through multiple pages
- Remember items added to an online cart or order form
- Apply security features and detect fraudulent activity
- Load the website in a stable and consistent manner
3.2 Analytics and Performance Cookies
We use analytics cookies to:
- Understand which pages and menu items attract the most attention
- Measure the effectiveness of our website content
- Identify technical issues or pages with high bounce rates
- Improve the overall user experience on our website
3.3 Functional Cookies
Functional cookies are used to:
- Remember your preferred language or region
- Recall your favorite menu items or past orders
- Store your preferences regarding how the website is displayed
- Enable social media features integrated into our website
3.4 Advertising and Targeting Cookies
Advertising cookies enable us and our partners to:
- Show you relevant Pequod's Pizza promotions and offers
- Track the performance of our paid advertising campaigns (e.g., Google Ads)
- Build a profile of your interests based on your browsing behavior
- Retarget you with ads after you have visited our website
4. Specific Cookies Used on pizza-pequods.rest
The table below lists the specific cookies currently in use on our website, including their purpose, type, and duration:
| 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. | 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 request rates and limit data collection on high-traffic sites. | Analytics | 1 minute |
_gcl_au |
Google Ads (AdSense) | Used by Google AdSense to experiment with advertisement efficiency across websites using their services. Tracks ad click conversions. | Advertising | 3 months |
_fbp |
Facebook / Meta | Used by Facebook to deliver a series of advertisement products such as real-time bidding from third-party advertisers. Tracks website visits for Facebook ad targeting. | Advertising | 3 months |
session_id |
Pequod's Pizza | Maintains your browsing session so that you remain logged in and your cart contents are preserved as you navigate the site. | Essential | Session (deleted on browser close) |
csrf_token |
Pequod's Pizza | Security cookie that helps protect our forms and transactions against cross-site request forgery (CSRF) attacks. | Essential | Session |
user_prefs |
Pequod's Pizza | Stores your display preferences and location selection so that we can personalize your experience on return visits. | Functional | 6 months |
cookie_consent |
Pequod's Pizza | Records your cookie consent preferences so that we do not ask for consent on every page load. | Essential | 12 months |
_ga_[ID] |
Google Analytics (GA4) | Used to persist session state when using Google Analytics 4 measurement. Helps generate aggregate reporting on website usage. | Analytics | 2 years |
This table is updated periodically. The cookies listed above represent the most current information available as of April 10, 2026.
5. Legal Basis for Using Cookies (U.S. Law)
Pequod's Pizza operates under the laws of the United States. Our cookie practices are guided by the following applicable regulations:
- Federal Trade Commission (FTC) Act: We are committed to transparent and fair practices regarding data collection and use of tracking technologies, as required by Section 5 of the FTC Act, which prohibits unfair or deceptive acts in commerce.
- California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA) / California Privacy Rights Act (CPRA): If you are a California resident, you have specific rights regarding personal information collected through cookies, including the right to know, the right to delete, and the right to opt out of the sale or sharing of personal information. Advertising cookies may constitute a "sale" or "sharing" of personal data under the CCPA/CPRA. You may exercise your rights by contacting us at [email protected].
- Children's Online Privacy Protection Act (COPPA): Our website is not directed at children under 13 years of age. We do not knowingly collect personal data from children through cookies or any other means.
For non-essential cookies (analytics, functional, and advertising), we rely on your consent where required. You may withdraw your consent at any time using the methods described in Section 6 below.
6. How to Manage and Disable Cookies
You have the right to decide whether to accept or reject non-essential cookies. There are several ways to manage your cookie preferences:
6.1 Cookie Consent Banner
When you first visit pizza-pequods.rest, you will be presented with a cookie consent banner that allows you to accept all cookies, reject non-essential cookies, or customize your preferences by category. You can change your preferences at any time by clearing your browser cookies and revisiting the site.
6.2 Browser Settings
Most web browsers allow you to control cookies through their settings. You can set your browser to block cookies, delete existing cookies, or alert you when a cookie is being set. Please refer to the instructions for your specific browser:
- Google Chrome: Go to Settings > Privacy and Security > Cookies and other site data
- Mozilla Firefox: Go to Options > Privacy & Security > Cookies and Site Data
- Apple Safari: Go to Preferences > Privacy > Manage Website Data
- Microsoft Edge: Go to Settings > Cookies and site permissions > Cookies and site data
- Opera: Go to Settings > Advanced > Privacy & security > Site Settings > Cookies
Please note that restricting cookies through browser settings may affect all websites you visit, not just pizza-pequods.rest.
6.3 Third-Party Opt-Out Tools
You can opt out of specific third-party tracking technologies using the following tools and links:
| Service | Opt-Out / Control Method | Link |
|---|---|---|
| Google Analytics | Install the Google Analytics Opt-Out Browser Add-on | tools.google.com/dlpage/gaoptout |
| Google Ads / Ad Personalization | Manage Google ad settings and opt out of personalized advertising | adssettings.google.com |
| Facebook / Meta Ads | Manage your Facebook ad preferences | facebook.com/adpreferences |
| Digital Advertising Alliance (DAA) | Opt out of interest-based advertising from participating companies | aboutads.info/choices |
| Network Advertising Initiative (NAI) | Opt out of targeted advertising from NAI member companies | networkadvertising.org/choices |
| Your Online Choices (for multiple ad networks) | Manage preferences for multiple advertising cookies at once | youronlinechoices.com |
7. Impact of Disabling Cookies
While you are free to disable or restrict cookies at any time, please be aware that doing so may affect your experience on our website in the following ways:
| Cookie Type | Impact of Disabling |
|---|---|
| Essential Cookies | The website may not function properly. You may be unable to complete online orders, stay logged in, or access certain pages. Core website functionality depends on these cookies. |
| Analytics Cookies | We will be unable to track website performance and understand how visitors use our site. This will limit our ability to improve website content and fix technical issues. Your browsing experience will not be directly affected. |
| Functional Cookies | Personalized features such as saved location preferences, language settings, and remembered favorites will not be available. You may need to re-enter preferences on each visit. |
| Advertising Cookies | You will still see advertisements, but they will be less relevant to your interests. Disabling advertising cookies does not eliminate advertising — it simply makes the ads you see less personalized. |
8. Do Not Track (DNT) Signals
Some browsers include a "Do Not Track" (DNT) feature that signals to websites that you do not want your online activities tracked. Currently, there is no universally accepted standard for how websites should respond to DNT signals. At this time, pizza-pequods.rest does not alter its data collection and use practices in response to DNT browser signals. However, you may use the cookie management tools described in Section 6 to limit tracking on our website.
9. California Residents — Your Privacy Rights
If you are a California resident, the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA) and the California Privacy Rights Act (CPRA) grant you additional rights with respect to personal information collected through cookies:
- Right to Know: You have the right to know what categories of personal information we collect through cookies and how we use or share that information.
- Right to Delete: You may request that we delete personal information collected about you through cookies, subject to certain exceptions.
- Right to Opt Out of Sale/Sharing: If any of the advertising cookies we use constitute a "sale" or "sharing" of personal information under the CCPA/CPRA, you have the right to opt out. You may exercise this right by using the opt-out tools listed in Section 6.3 or by contacting us directly.
- Right to Non-Discrimination: We will not discriminate against you for exercising any of your privacy rights.
To exercise your California privacy rights, please contact us at [email protected].
10. Cookies and Children
Our website and services are not intended for children under the age of 13. We do not knowingly use cookies to collect personal information from children under 13. If you believe that a child under 13 has provided personal information through our website, please contact us immediately at [email protected] and we will take steps to remove that information.
11. Updates to This Cookie Policy
We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time to reflect changes in the cookies we use, changes in applicable law, or for other operational reasons. When we make significant changes, we will update the "Last Updated" date at the top of this page and, where appropriate, notify you via a banner on our website.
We encourage you to review this Cookie Policy periodically to stay informed about how we use cookies. Your continued use of pizza-pequods.rest after any changes are posted constitutes your acceptance of the updated Cookie Policy.
12. Contact Us
If you have any questions, concerns, or requests relating to this Cookie Policy or the way we handle cookies on pizza-pequods.rest, please do not hesitate to get in touch with us:
Pequod's Pizza — Contact Information
- Business Name: Pequod's Pizza
- Website: pizza-pequods.rest
- Email: [email protected]
We aim to respond to all inquiries regarding this Cookie Policy within 30 business days. For California residents submitting requests under the CCPA/CPRA, we will respond within the timeframe required by applicable law (generally 45 days, with a possible extension of an additional 45 days where necessary).
This Cookie Policy was last reviewed and updated on April 10, 2026. © 2026 Pequod's Pizza. All rights reserved.