Cookie Policy

Last Updated: January 1, 2025

1. Introduction

This Cookie Policy explains how Ledo Pizza ("we," "us," or "our") uses cookies and similar tracking technologies on our website ledos-pizza.rest ("Website"). This policy covers what cookies we use, why we use them, and how you can manage your cookie preferences.

By continuing to use our Website, you consent to our use of cookies in accordance with this Cookie Policy. This Cookie Policy should be read in conjunction with our Privacy Policy, which provides additional information about how we collect, use, and protect your personal information.

2. What Are Cookies

Cookies are small text files that are stored on your device (computer, smartphone, tablet) when you visit a website. They contain information that helps websites remember your preferences and provide a better user experience.

2.1 Types of Cookies by Duration

• Session Cookies: These are temporary cookies that are deleted when you close your browser. They help maintain your session while browsing our website.
• Persistent Cookies: These cookies remain on your device for a specified period or until you delete them. They remember your preferences for future visits.

2.2 Types of Cookies by Source

• First-Party Cookies: Set directly by our website (ledos-pizza.rest) to provide core functionality and improve user experience.
• Third-Party Cookies: Set by external services like Google Analytics, Facebook, or advertising partners to provide analytics and marketing services.

3. Why We Use Cookies

We use cookies for several important purposes that enhance your experience on our website:

• Essential Website Functionality: Enable core features like shopping cart, user login, and security measures
• Performance Improvement: Optimize website speed and functionality based on usage patterns
• User Experience Personalization: Remember your preferences such as location, menu choices, and delivery options
• Analytics and Statistics: Understand how visitors use our website to improve content and functionality
• Marketing and Advertising: Deliver relevant advertisements and measure marketing campaign effectiveness
• Food Service Specific: Track delivery locations, order preferences, cart persistence, and restaurant selection

4. Types of Cookies We Use

Below is a detailed breakdown of the cookies used on our website, organized by category:

4.1 Strictly Necessary Cookies

These cookies are essential for the website to function properly. They cannot be disabled as they enable core functionality.

Cookie Name	Provider	Purpose	Type	Duration
PHPSESSID	Ledo Pizza	Maintains user session and login state	First-party	Session
cart_data	Ledo Pizza	Stores shopping cart contents and order information	First-party	7 days
cookieConsent	Ledo Pizza	Records user's cookie consent preferences	First-party	1 year
security_token	Ledo Pizza	Prevents cross-site request forgery (CSRF) attacks	First-party	Session
location_data	Ledo Pizza	Stores delivery location for order estimation	First-party	30 days

4.2 Performance/Analytics Cookies

These cookies help us understand how visitors interact with our website by collecting anonymous usage statistics.

Cookie Name	Provider	Purpose	Type	Duration
_ga	Google Analytics	Distinguishes unique visitors and tracks user behavior	Third-party	2 years
_gid	Google Analytics	Distinguishes unique visitors for 24-hour period	Third-party	24 hours
_gat	Google Analytics	Throttles request rate to Google Analytics	Third-party	1 minute
_gtag	Google Analytics	Enhanced ecommerce tracking for order data	Third-party	90 days

4.3 Functionality Cookies

These cookies enable enhanced functionality and personalization features.

Cookie Name	Provider	Purpose	Type	Duration
user_preferences	Ledo Pizza	Stores language, dietary preferences, and interface settings	First-party	1 year
restaurant_location	Ledo Pizza	Remembers preferred restaurant location for orders	First-party	90 days
menu_view	Ledo Pizza	Saves menu display preferences (grid/list view)	First-party	30 days

4.4 Targeting/Marketing Cookies

These cookies are used to deliver advertisements relevant to your interests and measure advertising effectiveness.

Cookie Name	Provider	Purpose	Type	Duration
_fbp	Facebook	Tracks visits and conversions from Facebook ads	Third-party	90 days
_fbc	Facebook	Stores click IDs for Facebook advertisement attribution	Third-party	90 days
IDE	Google DoubleClick	Serves targeted advertisements based on user interests	Third-party	2 years

5. Third-Party Cookies

Our website uses services from trusted third-party providers that may place their own cookies on your device:

5.1 Google Analytics

We use Google Analytics to understand website usage patterns and improve our services. Google Analytics collects anonymous information about your visits, including pages viewed, time spent, and user interactions.

Privacy Policy: https://policies.google.com/privacy

5.2 Facebook Pixel

Facebook Pixel helps us measure advertising effectiveness and deliver relevant ads to users who have visited our website.

Privacy Policy: https://www.facebook.com/privacy/explanation

5.3 Google Ads

Google Ads cookies enable us to show relevant advertisements and measure campaign performance across Google's advertising network.

Privacy Policy: https://policies.google.com/privacy

6. Cookie Duration

Different cookies remain on your device for varying periods:

Duration Type	Description	Examples
Session	Deleted when browser is closed	Login session, shopping cart during visit
1 minute	Very short-term functionality	Google Analytics rate limiting
24 hours	Daily analytics and tracking	Daily visitor identification
7 days	Short-term preferences	Shopping cart persistence
30 days	Medium-term functionality	Location data, menu preferences
90 days	Quarterly tracking	Marketing attribution, restaurant preferences
1-2 years	Long-term analytics and preferences	Google Analytics, user preferences

7. How to Manage Cookies

You have several options to control and manage cookies on our website:

7.1 Our Cookie Consent Tool

When you first visit our website, you'll see a cookie consent banner allowing you to:

• Accept all cookies
• Reject non-essential cookies
• Customize your preferences for different cookie categories

You can update your preferences at any time by clicking the "Cookie Settings" link in our website footer.

7.2 Browser Settings

All modern browsers allow you to control cookies through their settings. Here's how to manage cookies in popular browsers:

7.3 Opt-Out Links for Third-Party Services

You can opt out of specific third-party tracking services:

• Google Analytics: Google Analytics Opt-out Browser Add-on
• Google Ads: Google Ad Settings
• Facebook: Facebook Ad Preferences
• General Opt-out: Digital Advertising Alliance Opt-out

8. Consequences of Disabling Cookies

While you can disable cookies, doing so may affect your experience on our website:

8.1 Essential Cookies

Disabling essential cookies will severely limit website functionality:

• Cannot add items to shopping cart
• Cannot complete online orders
• Cannot stay logged into your account
• Website security features may not work
• Cannot save delivery locations or preferences

8.2 Analytics Cookies

Disabling analytics cookies means:

• We cannot improve website performance based on usage data
• Limited ability to identify and fix website issues
• Cannot provide usage reports to improve menu and services

8.3 Marketing Cookies

Disabling marketing cookies results in:

• Less relevant advertisements
• Cannot measure marketing campaign effectiveness
• May see repetitive or irrelevant ads
• Cannot track promotional campaign success

9. Do Not Track Signals

Do Not Track (DNT) is a browser setting that sends a signal to websites requesting not to track users. Currently, there is no industry standard for how websites should respond to DNT signals.

Our response to DNT signals:

• We respect user privacy choices made through our cookie consent tool
• DNT signals are honored for third-party analytics when technically possible
• Essential cookies remain necessary for website functionality regardless of DNT settings
• Users can control tracking through our cookie preferences rather than relying solely on DNT

10. Updates to This Policy

We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices, technology, or legal requirements. When we make changes:

• We will update the "Last Updated" date at the top of this policy
• Significant changes will be communicated through website notifications
• Major changes affecting cookie usage will require new consent
• We encourage you to review this policy periodically

11. Contact Us

If you have questions about our use of cookies or this Cookie Policy, please contact us:

12. Additional Resources

For more information about cookies and privacy, visit these helpful resources:

• All About Cookies - Comprehensive guide to cookies and privacy
• ICO Guidance on Cookies - Official guidance from the UK's Information Commissioner
• Cookie Policy.org - Educational resource about cookie policies
• Chrome Cookie Help - Google's official cookie management guide
• Firefox Privacy Protection - Mozilla's tracking protection information

This Cookie Policy is effective as of the date listed above and applies to all visitors to our website. By using our website, you acknowledge that you have read and understand this Cookie Policy.