Cookie Policy

Last Updated: May 20, 2026

1. Introduction

Welcome to Papa Ginos ("we," "us," or "our"). This Cookie Policy applies to our website located at papaginos.digital and explains what cookies are, how we use them, what third-party cookies we may use, and how you can manage your cookie preferences.

We are committed to being transparent about the technologies we use. 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 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 owners to make their websites work more efficiently, to enhance user experience, and to provide reporting information.

Cookies set by the website owner (in this case, Papa Ginos) 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. The parties that set these third-party cookies can recognize your device both when it visits the website in question and also when it visits certain other websites.

2.1 How Do Cookies Work?

When you visit our website, our web server sends a cookie to your browser. Your browser stores the cookie on your device, and the next time you visit our site, your browser sends the cookie back to our server. This process allows us to recognize your browser and remember certain information about your previous visit.

Cookies do not typically contain any information that personally identifies a user. However, personal information that we store about you may be linked to the information stored in and obtained from cookies. Cookies can also be used to track how you interact with our website, which pages you visit, and how long you spend on each page.

2.2 Types of Cookies by Duration

  • Session Cookies: These are temporary cookies that are erased when you close your browser. They are used to remember your actions during a single browsing session.
  • Persistent Cookies: These remain on your device for a set period of time or until you delete them. They are activated each time you visit the website that created that particular cookie.

3. Types of Cookies We Use

We use the following categories of cookies on our website:

3.1 Strictly Necessary / Essential Cookies

These cookies are essential for the operation of our website. They enable core functionalities such as security, network management, and accessibility. You cannot opt out of these cookies as the website cannot function properly without them. Without these cookies, services you have asked for cannot be provided.

Examples of what these cookies do include:

  • Remembering items you have placed in your online order or cart
  • Recognizing when you are signed into your account
  • Keeping your session secure during checkout
  • Ensuring the website loads correctly and balancing server load

3.2 Analytics and Performance Cookies

These cookies collect information about how visitors use our website, including which pages they visit most often and whether they receive error messages. The data collected is aggregated and anonymized — it does not identify individual visitors. We use this information to improve how our website works and to understand which areas are most popular with our customers.

We use Google Analytics to analyze website traffic and user behavior. Google Analytics uses cookies to collect information such as how often users visit our website, what pages they visit, and what other websites they used prior to coming to our website.

3.3 Functional Cookies

Functional cookies allow our website to remember choices you make, such as your username, language preference, or the region you are in, and to provide enhanced, more personalized features. These cookies can also be used to remember changes you have made to text size, fonts, and other parts of the website that you can customize.

For our food ordering platform, functional cookies may remember:

  • Your preferred store location
  • Your previous order preferences
  • Whether you prefer delivery or pickup
  • Your preferred payment method (stored securely)

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 as well as help measure the effectiveness of our advertising campaigns. They are typically placed by advertising networks 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 other advertising platforms to show you relevant advertisements about Papa Ginos promotions and menu offerings both on our website and across the internet.

4. Specific Cookies We Use

The table below lists the specific cookies that may be placed on your device when you visit papaginos.digital:

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. Stores and updates a unique value for each page visited. Analytics 24 hours
_gat Google Analytics Used by Google Analytics to throttle request rate. Limits data collection on high-traffic websites. Analytics 1 minute
_gcl_au Google Ads Used by Google AdSense for experimenting with advertisement efficiency across websites using their services. Tracks conversions from Google Ads campaigns. Advertising 90 days
_fbp Facebook / Meta Used by Facebook to deliver a series of advertisement products such as real-time bidding from third-party advertisers. Advertising 3 months
session_id Papa Ginos Maintains your session state across page requests. Required for the shopping cart and order process to function correctly. Essential Session
cart_token Papa Ginos Stores information about items you have added to your order cart so that they persist if you navigate away from the page. Essential 7 days
preferred_location Papa Ginos Remembers your preferred Papa Ginos restaurant location to streamline the ordering process on future visits. Functional 1 year
order_type Papa Ginos Remembers whether you prefer delivery or pickup for your orders. Functional 30 days
cookie_consent Papa Ginos Stores your cookie consent preferences so we do not ask for consent on every visit. Essential 1 year
_csrf Papa Ginos Cross-Site Request Forgery protection token. Ensures that form submissions originate from our website and not from malicious third-party sites. Essential Session
NID Google Registers a unique ID to remember your preferences and other information such as preferred language, the number of search results you wish to have shown per page, and whether you wish to have Google's SafeSearch filter turned on. Functional 6 months

5. Similar Tracking Technologies

In addition to cookies, we may use other similar tracking technologies on our website, including:

  • Web Beacons (Pixel Tags): Small graphic images (also known as "pixel tags" or "clear GIFs") that may be included in our website pages and email messages. Web beacons allow us to determine whether you have opened an email or visited a page on our website.
  • Local Storage: Your browser's local storage may be used to store data locally on your device. Unlike cookies, local storage data does not expire and is not automatically sent to our servers with each request.
  • Session Storage: Similar to local storage but the data is cleared when you end your browser session.
  • JavaScript Tags: We use JavaScript code to collect analytics data and enable certain website features. You can disable JavaScript in your browser settings, though this will significantly impact website functionality.

6. How to Manage and Disable Cookies

You have the right to decide whether to accept or reject cookies (except for strictly necessary cookies). There are several ways you can manage your cookie preferences:

6.1 Our Cookie Consent Tool

When you first visit our website, you will be presented with a cookie consent banner that allows you to accept or decline different categories of 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 preferences. Below are links to instructions for managing cookies in the most popular browsers:

Browser How to Manage Cookies
Google Chrome Settings > Privacy and Security > Cookies and other site data
Mozilla Firefox Options > Privacy & Security > Cookies and Site Data
Safari (Mac) Preferences > Privacy > Manage Website Data
Safari (iOS) Settings > Safari > Privacy & Security
Microsoft Edge Settings > Privacy, search, and services > Cookies and site permissions
Internet Explorer Tools > Internet Options > Privacy > Advanced
Opera Settings > Advanced > Privacy & Security > Site Settings > Cookies

Please note that if you use your browser settings to block all cookies, you may not be able to access all or parts of our website. In particular, blocking essential cookies will prevent you from placing orders online.

6.3 Opt-Out Tools for Specific Third Parties

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

  • Google Analytics: You can opt out of Google Analytics tracking by installing the Google Analytics Opt-out Browser Add-on. You can also manage your Google ad settings at Google Ads Settings.
  • Google Advertising Cookies: Manage your Google advertising preferences at Google My Account – Data & Privacy.
  • Facebook / Meta: You can opt out of Facebook's interest-based advertising by visiting Facebook Ad Preferences or adjusting your settings in the Facebook app under Settings > Ads.
  • Network Advertising Initiative (NAI): Visit the NAI Opt-Out Tool to opt out of targeted advertising from NAI member companies.
  • Digital Advertising Alliance (DAA): Visit AboutAds.info to opt out of interest-based advertising from participating companies.
  • Your Online Choices (for US users): Visit YourAdChoices.com to manage advertising preferences.

7. Impact of Disabling Cookies

Disabling certain types of cookies may impact your experience on our website. Here is a breakdown of what may be affected:

Cookie Type Impact of Disabling
Essential Cookies The website may not function correctly. You will be unable to add items to your cart, complete orders, or log into your account. Core security features may also be compromised.
Analytics Cookies We will be unable to collect data on how you use our website, which limits our ability to improve the user experience. Your browsing experience will not be directly affected.
Functional Cookies Your preferences (such as your preferred store location and order type) will not be saved between visits, meaning you will need to re-enter this information each time you visit.
Advertising Cookies You will still see advertisements, but they will be less relevant to your interests. Disabling these cookies does not stop advertising; it simply makes ads less personalized.

8. California Privacy Rights (CCPA/CPRA)

If you are a California resident, you have specific rights under the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA) and the California Privacy Rights Act (CPRA) regarding the personal information collected through cookies and similar technologies.

Some of our advertising and analytics cookies may constitute a "sale" or "sharing" of personal information under California law. You have the right to opt out of the sale or sharing of your personal information by:

  • Using our cookie consent tool and declining advertising and analytics cookies
  • Clicking the "Do Not Sell or Share My Personal Information" link in our website footer
  • Contacting us directly at [email protected]

We do not knowingly sell or share the personal information of consumers under 16 years of age.

9. Children and Cookies

Our website is not directed at children under the age of 13, and we do not knowingly use cookies to collect personal information from children under 13 years of age. If you are a parent or guardian and believe that your child has provided personal information through our website, please contact us at [email protected] and we will take steps to delete such information.

10. Changes 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. We will notify you of any material changes by updating the "Last Updated" date at the top of this policy.

We encourage you to review this Cookie Policy periodically to stay informed about how we use cookies. Your continued use of our website after any changes to this policy constitutes your acceptance of the updated policy.

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 using the information below:

Papa Ginos – Cookie Policy Inquiries

We aim to respond to all cookie-related inquiries within 30 business days of receipt.