Cookie Policy

Last Updated: May 6, 2026

1. Introduction

Welcome to Dewey's Pizza ("we," "us," or "our"). This Cookie Policy explains how Dewey's Pizza uses cookies and similar tracking technologies when you visit our website at deweyspizza-food.rest (the "Website"). This policy is designed to help you understand what cookies are, why we use them, and how you can control your cookie preferences.

This Cookie Policy should be read alongside our Privacy Policy and Terms of Service, which together govern your use of our Website. By accessing or using our Website, you acknowledge that you have read and understood this Cookie Policy.

We are committed to being transparent about the technologies we use and to complying with applicable laws, including the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) Act, the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA), and the California Privacy Rights Act (CPRA) where applicable to our users.

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. These files are stored by your web browser and contain data that can be read by the website that created them on subsequent visits.

Cookies serve a variety of purposes, including:

  • Remembering your preferences and settings so you do not have to re-enter them each time you visit
  • Keeping you logged in to our website during your session
  • Understanding how you use our website so we can improve your experience
  • Delivering relevant advertising content based on your interests
  • Analyzing the performance and effectiveness of our marketing campaigns
  • Enabling social media sharing and integration features

Cookies are generally categorized as either session cookies or persistent cookies. Session cookies are temporary and are deleted from your device once you close your browser. Persistent cookies remain on your device for a set period of time or until you manually delete them.

In addition to cookies, we may also use similar tracking technologies, including:

  • Web Beacons (Pixel Tags): Small transparent image files embedded in web pages or emails that track user behavior and email open rates.
  • Local Storage Objects (LSOs): Data stored locally in your browser that functions similarly to cookies but can store larger amounts of information.
  • JavaScript Tags: Small pieces of code that collect information about how you use our Website.
  • Fingerprinting: A technique that collects information about your browser and device configuration to identify unique users.

3. How We Use Cookies

Dewey's Pizza uses cookies for several important purposes related to delivering a high-quality online experience for our customers. Whether you are browsing our menu, placing an order, or finding your nearest Dewey's Pizza location, cookies help us deliver a seamless and personalized experience.

Specifically, we use cookies to:

  • Ensure the proper functioning of core website features, including the online ordering system and shopping cart
  • Maintain security and prevent fraudulent activity on our platform
  • Remember your location preferences so we can show you relevant menu items and pricing
  • Analyze aggregate traffic patterns and user behavior to improve site performance
  • Measure the effectiveness of our digital advertising campaigns
  • Provide personalized promotions, deals, and offers based on your browsing history
  • Enable integration with third-party services such as Google Maps for location services
  • Support our customer loyalty and rewards programs

4. Types of Cookies We Use

We classify the cookies used on our Website into four main categories:

4.1 Essential / Strictly Necessary Cookies

These cookies are fundamental to the operation of our Website and cannot be switched off in our systems. They are typically set in response to actions you take that constitute a request for services, such as setting your privacy preferences, logging in, or filling out forms. Without these cookies, services you have asked for, such as online ordering, cannot be properly provided.

These cookies do not store any personally identifiable information and are exempt from cookie consent requirements under most applicable laws.

4.2 Analytics and Performance Cookies

These cookies allow us to count visits and traffic sources so we can measure and improve the performance of our Website. They help us understand which pages are the most and least popular and see how visitors move around the site. All information these cookies collect is aggregated and therefore anonymous.

We primarily use Google Analytics for this purpose. Google Analytics collects information about your use of our Website and helps us compile reports on website activity and provide other services relating to website activity and internet usage.

4.3 Functional Cookies

These cookies enable enhanced functionality and personalization, such as remembering your preferred language, your location, items in your cart, or customizations you have made. They 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 or all of these services may not function properly.

4.4 Advertising and Targeting Cookies

These cookies are set through our Website by our advertising partners and are used to build a profile of your interests and show you relevant advertisements on other websites. They work by uniquely identifying your browser and internet device. If you do not allow these cookies, you will experience less targeted advertising. These cookies may track your browsing activity across multiple websites.

Under the CCPA/CPRA, the sharing of personal information through advertising cookies may constitute a "sale" or "sharing" of personal information. California residents have the right to opt out of such activities. See Section 8 below for more information.

5. Specific Cookies We Use

The following table provides detailed information about the specific cookies used on the Dewey's Pizza 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 sessions. 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 rate and limit the collection of data 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. Stores a unique conversion identifier for advertising measurement. 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. Identifies browsers for the purpose of providing advertising and site analytics services. Advertising 3 months
_fbc Facebook (Meta) Stores the last ad click for a user's browser session. Used to associate user activity with Facebook ad campaigns. Advertising 2 years
session_id Dewey's Pizza Maintains your active session on the website, enabling features such as cart persistence, login state management, and secure checkout processes. Essential Session
cart_token Dewey's Pizza Preserves the contents of your shopping cart between pages and across sessions, so your selected menu items are not lost if you navigate away from the ordering page. Essential / Functional 7 days
user_location Dewey's Pizza Stores your preferred delivery or pickup location to show relevant menu options, pricing, and available promotions for your nearest Dewey's Pizza location. Functional 30 days
cookie_consent Dewey's Pizza Stores your cookie consent preferences so that we do not need to ask for your consent every time you visit our Website. Essential 1 year
promo_seen Dewey's Pizza Records which promotional banners or pop-ups you have already viewed, preventing repeated display of the same promotional content during your visit. Functional Session
loyalty_token Dewey's Pizza Identifies loyalty program members to display personalized rewards, points balance, and exclusive member offers during your visit. Functional 90 days
_ga_[ID] Google Analytics 4 Used by Google Analytics 4 to persist session state information and maintain user distinction across browsing sessions for enhanced analytics reporting. Analytics 2 years
PHPSESSID Dewey's Pizza Preserves user session state across page requests, essential for maintaining authenticated states and processing online orders securely. Essential Session
__utmz Google Analytics (Legacy) Stores the traffic source or campaign that explains how the user reached our website. Helps us understand which marketing channels drive traffic. Analytics 6 months

6. Third-Party Cookies

In addition to our own cookies, we allow certain trusted third parties to place cookies on your device through our Website. These third parties include:

6.1 Google

Google provides us with analytics and advertising services. Google Analytics helps us understand how our customers interact with our Website, while Google Ads enables us to run targeted advertising campaigns. Google's use of data is governed by its own privacy policies. You can learn more about Google's data practices at https://policies.google.com/privacy.

6.2 Meta (Facebook)

We use the Facebook Pixel to measure the effectiveness of our Facebook and Instagram advertising campaigns and to enable retargeting. Meta's use of data is governed by its Data Policy, available at https://www.facebook.com/privacy/policy.

6.3 Other Third Parties

We may integrate third-party services for features such as online payments, customer reviews, mapping services, and social media plugins. These third parties may set their own cookies on your device. We encourage you to review the privacy and cookie policies of any third-party services you interact with through our Website.

7. How to Manage and Disable Cookies

You have several options for managing your cookie preferences. Please note that restricting certain cookies may impact the functionality of our Website and your ability to use features such as online ordering.

7.1 Browser Settings

Most web browsers allow you to control cookies through their settings. The following links provide instructions for managing cookies in popular browsers:

To manage cookies on mobile devices, consult the settings menu of your device or the documentation provided by your mobile browser manufacturer.

7.2 Opt-Out Tools for Analytics Cookies

You can opt out of Google Analytics tracking across all websites by installing the Google Analytics Opt-Out Browser Add-on, available at:

https://tools.google.com/dlpage/gaoptout

Additionally, you can manage Google's use of data for advertising purposes through Google's Ads Settings at:

https://adssettings.google.com

7.3 Opt-Out Tools for Advertising Cookies

To opt out of interest-based advertising, you can use the following industry-provided tools:

7.4 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. Our Website currently does not universally respond to DNT signals, as there is no consistent industry standard for responding to such signals. However, you may still use the opt-out tools described above to limit tracking.

7.5 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 update your consent preferences at any time by clicking the "Cookie Settings" link available in the footer of our Website.

8. Your Rights Under Applicable Law

Depending on your location and applicable law, you may have certain rights regarding the use of cookies and the personal data collected through them.

8.1 California Residents (CCPA/CPRA)

If you are a California resident, the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA) and the California Privacy Rights Act (CPRA) grant you specific rights regarding your personal information, including information collected through cookies:

  • Right to Know: You have the right to know what personal information we collect, use, disclose, and sell or share.
  • Right to Delete: You have the right to request deletion of personal information we have collected about you, subject to certain exceptions.
  • Right to Opt Out of Sale/Sharing: You have the right to opt out of the sale or sharing of your personal information, including through advertising cookies. You may exercise this right by clicking the "Do Not Sell or Share My Personal Information" link in our website footer.
  • Right to Limit Use of Sensitive Personal Information: You have the right to limit the use and disclosure of sensitive personal information.
  • Right to Non-Discrimination: We will not discriminate against you for exercising your privacy rights.
  • Right to Correct: You have the right to correct inaccurate personal information that we maintain about you.

To exercise these rights, please contact us using the information provided in Section 10 of this policy.

8.2 General Consumer Rights (FTC Act)

The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) Act requires that we engage in fair and transparent data practices. Our use of cookies is consistent with our commitment to providing clear notice about our data collection practices and offering you meaningful choices about how your information is used.

9. Impact of Disabling Cookies

While you have the right to disable or limit cookies, doing so may affect your experience on our Website. The following table summarizes the potential impact of disabling different categories of cookies:

Cookie Type Impact of Disabling
Essential Cookies Core website functions such as online ordering, cart management, and secure checkout will not work properly. 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 use this data to improve your browsing experience. However, all standard website features will continue to work.
Functional Cookies Personalized features such as saved location preferences, remembered login details, and customized content will not be available. You may need to re-enter information more frequently.
Advertising Cookies You will still see advertisements, but they will be less relevant to your interests. The number of times you see the same advertisement may increase, and we will be unable to measure the effectiveness of our advertising campaigns.

10. Updates to This Cookie Policy

We reserve the right to update this Cookie Policy at any time to reflect changes in our practices, technology, legal requirements, or for other operational reasons. When we make material changes to this policy, we will update the "Last Updated" date at the top of this page and, where appropriate, notify you through a prominent notice on our Website or via email.

We encourage you to review this Cookie Policy periodically to stay informed about how we use cookies and related technologies. Your continued use of our Website after any changes to this policy will constitute your acknowledgment of the modifications and your consent to the updated practices.

11. Contact Us

If you have any questions, concerns, or requests related to this Cookie Policy or our use of cookies and tracking technologies, please do not hesitate to contact us using the following information:

Dewey's Pizza — Contact Information

We aim to respond to all privacy-related inquiries within 30 days of receipt. California residents submitting requests under the CCPA/CPRA may receive a response within 45 days, with the possibility of a 45-day extension if reasonably necessary.

This Cookie Policy is effective as of May 6, 2026 and applies to all users of deweyspizza-food.rest.