Cookie Policy

Effective Date: May 7, 2026  |  Last Updated: May 7, 2026

1. Introduction

Welcome to Punch Pizza ("we," "us," "our"). We operate the website food-punchpizza.click (the "Website") and are committed to being transparent about how we collect and use data related to your online experience. This Cookie Policy is designed to help you understand what cookies are, how we use them, and what choices you have regarding their use.

This policy should be read alongside our Privacy Policy and Terms of Service, which together govern your use of our Website and our data practices. Our use of cookies may involve the processing of personal data and is subject to 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 consumer protection and fair business practices.

If you have any questions about this Cookie Policy, you may contact us at any time using the details provided at the end of this document.

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 websites work more efficiently, to provide enhanced functionality, and to collect information about browsing behavior.

When you visit our Website, our servers may send a cookie to your browser. Your browser stores the cookie in a designated folder, and the next time you visit our Website, your browser sends the cookie back to our server. This allows us to recognize you as a returning visitor and tailor your experience accordingly.

Cookies do not typically contain information that personally identifies you, but the personal information we store about you may be linked to the information stored in and obtained from cookies. Cookies can be "session cookies" or "persistent cookies."

2.1 Session Cookies

Session cookies are temporary cookies that exist only during a single browser session. They are deleted automatically when you close your browser. These cookies help us track your movements from page to page within our Website so that you are not repeatedly asked for information you have already provided during a single visit.

2.2 Persistent Cookies

Persistent cookies remain on your device for a set period of time specified in the cookie. They are activated each time you visit the website that created that particular cookie. These cookies help us remember your preferences and settings so you do not have to re-enter them each time you visit our Website.

2.3 First-Party vs. Third-Party Cookies

First-party cookies are set directly by our Website and can only be read by our Website. Third-party cookies are set by a domain other than our Website. These are placed by our trusted partners and service providers, such as analytics platforms and advertising networks, to provide us with useful data or to deliver targeted advertising.

3. Similar Tracking Technologies

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

  • Web Beacons (Pixel Tags): Tiny graphic images (often invisible) embedded in web pages or emails that allow us to track whether a page has been viewed or an email has been opened.
  • Local Storage: A feature in modern browsers that allows websites to store data locally on your device, similar to cookies but with greater storage capacity.
  • JavaScript Tags: Small pieces of code embedded in our Website that collect information about your browsing activity.
  • Device Fingerprinting: A technique that collects information about your device's settings and configurations to create a unique identifier.

Throughout this Cookie Policy, references to "cookies" include these similar tracking technologies unless otherwise specified.

4. Types of Cookies We Use

We use four main categories of cookies on our Website. Below is a description of each category and how we use them.

4.1 Strictly Necessary / Essential Cookies

These cookies are essential for the basic functioning of our Website. Without them, services you have requested — such as navigating between pages, accessing secure areas, or using our online ordering features — cannot be provided. Because these cookies are strictly necessary for the operation of the Website, they cannot be disabled through our cookie preference tools. However, you may be able to block them in your browser settings, though this may affect the Website's functionality.

Essential cookies help us to:

  • Remember items you add to your cart or order
  • Maintain your session as you navigate the Website
  • Ensure security and prevent fraud
  • Remember your cookie consent preferences

4.2 Analytical / 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 most popular, how visitors move around the site, and whether users encounter any errors. All information collected by these cookies is aggregated and, therefore, anonymous. If you do not allow these cookies, we will not be able to monitor the performance of our Website effectively.

4.3 Functional Cookies

These cookies enable enhanced functionality and personalization features. They may be set by us or by third-party service providers whose services we have added to our Website. If you do not allow these cookies, some or all of these services may not function properly. Functional cookies help us to:

  • Remember your preferences (such as language or region)
  • Provide features like live chat or social media sharing
  • Remember your login information for convenience
  • Personalize content based on your past interactions with our Website

4.4 Advertising / Targeting Cookies

These cookies are used by us and our advertising partners to deliver advertisements that are more relevant to you and your interests. They remember that you have visited our Website and share this information with other organizations, such as advertisers. They are also used to limit the number of times you see an advertisement, as well as to help measure the effectiveness of advertising campaigns. These cookies may track your browsing habits across different websites.

5. Specific Cookies We Use

The table below provides detailed information about the specific cookies placed on your device when you visit food-punchpizza.click, including their name, purpose, type, and duration.

Cookie Name Provider Purpose Type Duration
_session_id Punch Pizza Maintains your active browsing session on our Website, including cart contents and navigation state. Essential Session (deleted when browser closes)
cookie_consent Punch Pizza Stores your cookie consent preferences so you are not repeatedly asked to accept or decline cookies. Essential 12 months
csrf_token Punch Pizza Security cookie used to prevent cross-site request forgery attacks and protect form submissions. Essential Session
user_prefs Punch Pizza Saves your preferences such as your preferred location, language settings, and display options. Functional 6 months
recently_viewed Punch Pizza Tracks recently viewed menu items so we can display them for your convenience on return visits. Functional 30 days
_ga Google Analytics The main Google Analytics cookie, used to distinguish unique users by assigning a randomly generated number as a client identifier. This cookie calculates visitor, session, and campaign data for site analytics reports. Analytical 2 years
_gid Google Analytics Used by Google Analytics to distinguish users. It stores and updates a unique value for each page visited and is used to generate statistical data on how the Website is used. Analytical 24 hours
_gat Google Analytics Used by Google Analytics to throttle the request rate, limiting data collection on high-traffic websites. This helps manage the volume of data sent to Google Analytics servers. Analytical 1 minute
_gcl_au Google Ads Used by Google Ads (formerly Google AdWords) to store and track conversions. It records when a user clicks on a Google Ad and later completes an action on our Website, such as placing an order. 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. Helps track user behavior across websites for targeted advertising purposes. Advertising 3 months
fr Facebook / Meta Used by Facebook to deliver, measure, and improve the relevancy of ads. It is the primary advertising cookie for Facebook and contains a unique browser and user ID. Advertising 3 months
NID Google Registers a unique ID that identifies a returning user's device. The ID is used for serving ads that are particularly relevant to the user. Advertising 6 months
IDE Google DoubleClick Used by Google DoubleClick to register and report the user's actions after viewing or clicking one of the advertiser's ads. This is used to measure the effectiveness of an ad and to present targeted ads to the user. Advertising 1 year

6. How to Manage and Disable Cookies

You have the right to decide whether to accept or reject cookies (other than strictly necessary cookies). There are several ways you can manage cookie settings:

6.1 Browser Settings

Most web browsers allow you to control cookies through their settings preferences. You can configure your browser to refuse some or all cookies, or to alert you when websites try to set or access cookies. The steps to manage cookies vary by browser. Below are links to cookie management instructions for the most popular browsers:

Please be aware that restricting cookies may impact your experience on our Website and other websites you visit. For more information about cookies and how to manage them, visit www.allaboutcookies.org.

6.2 Opt-Out Tools for Specific Third-Party Cookies

In addition to browser-level controls, many of our third-party cookie providers offer their own opt-out mechanisms. We encourage you to use these tools for more granular control over advertising and tracking cookies:

6.3 Mobile Device Settings

If you access our Website via a mobile device, you can manage advertising cookies through your device's settings:

  • iOS (Apple): Go to Settings > Privacy & Security > Tracking to limit ad tracking.
  • Android (Google): Go to Settings > Google > Ads to opt out of personalized ads.

7. Impact of Disabling Cookies

If you choose to disable or restrict cookies, please be aware that some features and functionality of our Website may be affected. The specific impacts depend on the type of cookies you disable:

Cookie Type Impact if Disabled
Essential Cookies The Website may not function properly. You may be unable to add items to your cart, complete orders, navigate between pages, or access secure areas. Core features may be unavailable.
Analytical Cookies We will not be able to monitor Website performance or identify areas for improvement. Your browsing experience may remain unaffected, but we lose the ability to optimize our service based on user data.
Functional Cookies Certain convenience features may not be available. You may need to re-enter your preferences each visit, and personalized content or features such as live chat may not work correctly.
Advertising Cookies You will still see advertisements, but they will be less relevant to your interests. You may see the same ads repeatedly, and we will have limited ability to measure the effectiveness of our marketing campaigns.

8. Your Privacy Rights Under U.S. Law

Depending on the state in which you reside, you may have specific 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) as amended by the California Privacy Rights Act (CPRA) provides you with specific rights regarding your personal information, including data collected through cookies. These rights include:

  • Right to Know: The right to know what personal information is collected, used, shared, or sold.
  • Right to Delete: The right to request deletion of personal information collected from you.
  • Right to Opt-Out: The right to opt out of the sale or sharing of your personal information.
  • Right to Non-Discrimination: The right not to receive discriminatory treatment for exercising your privacy rights.
  • Right to Correct: The right to correct inaccurate personal information.
  • Right to Limit Use of Sensitive Personal Information: The right to limit the use and disclosure of sensitive personal information.

Please note that some of our advertising cookies may constitute a "sale" or "sharing" of personal information under the CCPA/CPRA. California residents may opt out of such activity by using the opt-out tools listed in Section 6.2 of this policy or by contacting us directly using the information in Section 10.

8.2 Other State Privacy Laws

Residents of other states, including Virginia (VCDPA), Colorado (CPA), Connecticut (CTDPA), and Utah (UCPA), may also have rights regarding personal data collected through cookies. We are committed to honoring applicable state privacy laws. Please contact us to exercise any rights you may have under your state's privacy law.

9. Updates to This Cookie Policy

We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time to reflect changes in technology, applicable law, or our business practices. When we make changes, we will update the "Last Updated" date at the top of this policy. If changes are significant, we may provide a more prominent notice, such as a banner on our Website or an email notification.

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 terms.

10. 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. We are happy to provide additional information or address any concerns you may have.

Punch Pizza — Contact Information

We aim to respond to all inquiries within 5 business days. For privacy-specific requests, please use the subject line "Cookie Policy Inquiry" to help us direct your message to the appropriate team.