Cookie Policy
Effective Date: May 2, 2026 | Last Updated: May 2, 2026
1. About This Cookie Policy
This Cookie Policy applies to the website operated by Wing Snob, accessible at wingsnobfood.rest (the "Website"). It describes how Wing Snob ("we," "us," or "our") uses cookies and similar tracking technologies when you visit our Website, browse our menu, place orders online, or otherwise interact with our digital services.
This policy should be read alongside our Privacy Policy and Terms of Service, which together govern your use of our Website and explain how we collect, process, and protect your personal information.
By continuing to use our Website after being presented with this Cookie Policy, you acknowledge and consent to our use of cookies as described below. You have the right to withdraw or modify your consent at any time using the methods described in Section 7 of this policy.
Wing Snob is committed to operating transparently and in compliance with applicable United States privacy laws, including the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA) as amended by the California Privacy Rights Act (CPRA), and the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) Act governing unfair or deceptive practices in commerce.
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, provide a better user experience, and supply information to website owners and operators.
Cookies allow a website to recognize your device and remember certain information about your visit — such as your preferred language, items you have added to a cart, or whether you are logged into an account. Some cookies are deleted when you close your browser (known as "session cookies"), while others remain on your device for a set period of time or until you manually delete them (known as "persistent cookies").
Cookies can be set by the website you are visiting (known as "first-party cookies") or by third-party services that the website uses, such as analytics platforms or advertising networks (known as "third-party cookies").
2.1 Similar Technologies
In addition to cookies, we may also use other tracking technologies on our Website, including:
- Web Beacons (Pixel Tags): Small transparent images embedded in web pages or emails that allow us to track page views, email opens, and other user interactions.
- Local Storage: A browser feature that allows websites to store data locally on your device, similar to cookies but with greater storage capacity.
- Session Storage: Temporary data storage that is cleared when your browser session ends.
- JavaScript Tags: Code snippets that collect data about how you interact with our Website.
For the purposes of this policy, all such technologies are collectively referred to as "cookies" unless stated otherwise.
3. Why We Use Cookies
Wing Snob uses cookies for the following general purposes:
- To ensure our Website functions correctly and securely.
- To remember your preferences and settings so you do not have to re-enter them on subsequent visits.
- To understand how visitors use our Website so we can improve our content and services.
- To deliver relevant advertising and promotional content based on your interests.
- To process online food orders efficiently and accurately.
- To prevent fraud and protect the security of our Website and users.
- To comply with legal obligations and enforce our Terms of Service.
4. Types of Cookies We Use
We categorize the cookies used on wingsnobfood.rest into four main types:
4.1 Essential Cookies (Strictly Necessary)
These cookies are absolutely necessary for our Website to function. Without them, core features such as page navigation, secure areas, online ordering, and account login would not work. Essential cookies do not require your consent because they are technically required to provide a service you have explicitly requested.
Examples of what essential cookies do on our site:
- Maintain your session while you browse and add items to your cart.
- Authenticate your identity when you log into your account.
- Remember items in your cart during a single browsing session.
- Support website security features and prevent fraudulent activity.
- Load balancing to ensure the Website remains available and performs well.
4.2 Analytics Cookies (Performance Cookies)
These cookies collect information about how visitors use our Website — for example, which pages are visited most often, how long users spend on each page, and whether users receive error messages. All information collected by analytics cookies is aggregated and therefore anonymous. We use this data to improve how our Website works and to better understand the interests and behaviors of our visitors.
4.3 Functional Cookies
Functional cookies allow our Website to remember choices you make (such as your location, preferred language, or any customizations you apply to menu items) and provide enhanced, more personalized features. These cookies may be set by us or by third-party providers whose services we have added to our pages. If you do not allow these cookies, some features of our Website may not function as intended.
4.4 Advertising Cookies (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 advertising campaigns. They are usually placed by advertising networks with our permission. They remember that you have visited a website and this information is shared with other organizations, such as advertisers.
5. Specific Cookies Used on wingsnobfood.rest
The table below lists the specific cookies currently in use 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 the Website. Distinguishes unique users and sessions. | Analytics | 2 years |
_gid |
Google Analytics | Registers a unique ID used to generate statistical data on how visitors use the Website. Stores and updates a unique value for each page visited. | Analytics | 24 hours |
_gat |
Google Analytics | Used to throttle the request rate to Google Analytics, limiting data collection on high-traffic websites. | Analytics | 1 minute |
_gcl_au |
Google Ads | Used by Google AdSense and Google Ads to experiment with advertisement efficiency across websites using their services. Tracks conversions from ad clicks. | 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 page views and conversions. | Advertising | 3 months |
session_id |
Wing Snob | Maintains your browsing session, including your shopping cart contents and login status. Essential for the ordering process to function correctly. | Essential | Session (deleted when browser closes) |
cart_token |
Wing Snob | Stores a unique identifier for your shopping cart so items are not lost during your visit and across short return visits. | Essential | 30 days |
auth_token |
Wing Snob | Authenticates a logged-in user and maintains a secure connection between the user's browser and the Website. Prevents unauthorized account access. | Essential | Session / 7 days (if "remember me" selected) |
user_preferences |
Wing Snob | Remembers user preferences such as location, dietary preferences, and saved menu customizations for a more personalized experience. | Functional | 1 year |
cookie_consent |
Wing Snob | Records your cookie consent preferences so you are not repeatedly asked for consent on each visit to the Website. | Essential | 1 year |
XSRF-TOKEN |
Wing Snob | A security token used to prevent Cross-Site Request Forgery (CSRF) attacks. Ensures form submissions originate from the legitimate Website. | Essential | Session |
IDE |
Google DoubleClick | Used by Google DoubleClick to register and report the Website user's actions after viewing or clicking one of the advertiser's ads for the purpose of measuring the efficacy of an ad. | Advertising | 1 year |
NID |
Registers a unique ID to remember your preferences and other information, such as preferred language and most recent searches. | Functional | 6 months |
6. Third-Party Cookies and Services
Some cookies on our Website are set by trusted third-party services that we use to enhance your experience or to help us understand how our Website is performing. We do not control these third-party cookies and they are governed by the privacy and cookie policies of the respective third parties. Below is a summary of the primary third-party services that set cookies through our Website:
- Google Analytics: We use Google Analytics to analyze visitor traffic and understand how people use our Website. Google may transfer data to servers in the United States. For more information, visit Google's Privacy Policy.
- Google Ads: We use Google Ads to run advertising campaigns and measure their effectiveness. Google's advertising cookies track conversions and enable remarketing. For more information, visit Google's Advertising Policy.
- Facebook / Meta Pixel: We may use the Facebook Pixel to measure the effectiveness of our Facebook advertising, build audiences for future ads, and remarket to people who have already taken some kind of action on our Website. For more information, visit Meta's Privacy Policy.
- Google DoubleClick: We may use DoubleClick advertising services provided by Google to serve targeted ads. For more information, visit Google's Privacy Policy.
7. How to Manage and Control Cookies
You have several options available to manage and control the cookies used on our Website. Please note that restricting or disabling certain cookies may affect the functionality of our Website and your overall user experience.
7.1 Browser Settings
Most modern web browsers allow you to control cookies through their settings. You can typically configure your browser to:
- View and delete existing cookies stored on your device.
- Block all cookies from being set.
- Block only third-party cookies.
- Clear all cookies when you close your browser.
- Receive a notification before a cookie is stored.
To manage cookies in your browser, follow the instructions provided by your browser:
- Google Chrome – Cookie Settings
- Mozilla Firefox – Cookie Settings
- Apple Safari – Cookie Settings
- Microsoft Edge – Cookie Settings
- Opera – Cookie Settings
7.2 Opt-Out Tools Provided by Third Parties
You can also opt out of specific third-party cookies using the tools provided directly by those companies:
- Google Analytics Opt-Out: Install the Google Analytics Opt-Out Browser Add-on to prevent your data from being used by Google Analytics.
- Google Ads Personalization: Manage or opt out of personalized Google ads at Google Ad Settings.
- Facebook / Meta Ad Preferences: Manage your Facebook ad preferences at Facebook Ad Preferences.
- Network Advertising Initiative (NAI) Opt-Out: Use the NAI Opt-Out Tool to opt out of interest-based advertising from NAI member companies.
- Digital Advertising Alliance (DAA) Opt-Out: Use the DAA Opt-Out Tool to opt out of participating companies' targeted advertising.
7.3 Our Cookie Consent Tool
When you first visit wingsnobfood.rest, you will be presented with a cookie consent notice that allows you to accept or decline non-essential cookies. You can change your preferences at any time by clicking the "Cookie Settings" link available in the footer of our Website.
8. Impact of Disabling Cookies
While you have the right to disable or restrict cookies, please be aware that doing so may have the following consequences when using our Website:
| Cookie Type Disabled | Potential Impact |
|---|---|
| Essential Cookies | The Website may not function correctly. You may be unable to complete online orders, log in to your account, or use the shopping cart. Core security features may also be impaired. |
| Analytics Cookies | We will be unable to collect data on Website usage, which may reduce our ability to improve the Website experience over time. There is no direct impact on your use of the Website. |
| Functional Cookies | Personalized features such as saved preferences, menu customizations, and location settings will not be remembered between visits. 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. You may see the same ads more frequently, and we will have limited ability to measure the effectiveness of our campaigns. |
9. Your Privacy Rights Under Applicable Law
Depending on your state of residence within the United States, you may have specific rights regarding cookies and the personal data collected through them:
- California Residents (CCPA/CPRA): Under the California Consumer Privacy Act and California Privacy Rights Act, you have the right to know what personal information is collected, the right to delete personal information, the right to opt out of the sale or sharing of personal information, and the right to non-discrimination for exercising your privacy rights. Cookies that collect personal data or are used for targeted advertising may constitute "sharing" under the CPRA. California residents may submit requests to exercise their rights by contacting us at the details provided below.
- Other State Residents: Various U.S. states have enacted or are enacting their own consumer privacy laws. We are committed to honoring applicable rights as state laws come into effect. Please contact us to inquire about your specific rights.
- All Users: The FTC Act prohibits unfair or deceptive practices in commerce. We are committed to transparency and accurate disclosure about our use of tracking technologies.
10. Do Not Track (DNT) Signals
Some browsers include a "Do Not Track" (DNT) feature that signals to websites that you do not want to be tracked. Currently, there is no universally accepted standard for how websites should respond to DNT signals. As such, our Website does not currently alter its data collection and use practices in response to DNT signals. We will update this policy if and when an industry standard is established.
11. Children's Privacy and Cookies
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 believe your child has interacted with our Website and personal data has been inadvertently collected, please contact us immediately and we will take steps to delete such information.
12. 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 and regulations. When we make changes, we will revise the "Last Updated" date at the top of this page. If we make material changes, we may notify you through a notice on our Website or via email where appropriate.
We encourage you to review this Cookie Policy periodically to stay informed about our use of cookies and related technologies.
13. 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 any of the following methods:
Wing Snob – Privacy & Cookie Inquiries
- Company: Wing Snob
- Email: [email protected]
- Website: wingsnobfood.rest
We aim to respond to all privacy and cookie-related inquiries within 30 business days.