Cookie Policy

Last Updated: June 24, 2026

1. Introduction

Welcome to cafegiordanos.click, the official website of Giordanos. We are committed to being transparent about how we collect and use data related to your use of our website. This Cookie Policy explains what cookies are, what types of cookies we use, how we use them, and how you can manage your cookie preferences.

This policy should be read alongside our Privacy Policy and Terms of Service, which provide additional information about how we collect, use, and protect your personal information. By accessing or using our website, you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agree to be bound by this Cookie Policy.

If you have any questions about our use of cookies, please contact us using the details provided at the end of this policy.

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, provide a better user experience, and to provide reporting information.

Cookies set by the website owner (in this case, Giordanos) 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 when it visits certain other websites.

Cookies do not typically contain any information that personally identifies a user, but personal information that we store about you may be linked to the information stored in and obtained from cookies. Cookies serve several important functions:

  • Authentication: Cookies help us identify you when you visit our website so we can provide you with a personalized experience.
  • Security: We use cookies to support security features and detect malicious activity.
  • Preferences: Cookies allow us to remember your preferences and settings, such as your preferred language or region.
  • Analytics: Cookies help us understand how visitors interact with our website, which pages are most popular, and where visitors come from.
  • Advertising: Cookies help us deliver relevant advertisements to you and measure the effectiveness of our advertising campaigns.

3. Types of Cookies We Use

We use several different types of cookies on our website. Understanding these categories will help you make informed decisions about your cookie preferences.

3.1 Essential Cookies (Strictly Necessary)

These cookies are necessary for the website to function and cannot be switched off in our systems. They are usually set only in response to actions made by you which amount to a request for services, such as setting your privacy preferences, logging in, or filling in forms. Without these cookies, the website cannot function properly. These cookies do not store any personally identifiable information.

Under applicable United States law, including the FTC Act guidelines on consumer privacy, essential cookies are generally exempt from consent requirements because they are strictly necessary to provide the service you have requested.

3.2 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 to understand which pages are the most and least popular and see how visitors move around the website. All information these cookies collect is aggregated and therefore anonymous. If you do not allow these cookies, we will not know when you have visited our site and will not be able to monitor its performance.

We primarily use Google Analytics for this purpose, which is a web analytics service provided by Google LLC. Google Analytics uses cookies to collect standard internet log information and visitor behavior information in an anonymous form. The information generated by the cookie about your use of our website (including your IP address) is transmitted to and stored by Google on servers in the United States.

3.3 Functional Cookies

These cookies enable the website to provide enhanced functionality and personalization. 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, then some or all of these services may not function properly. Functional cookies help us remember your preferences, such as your location, so we can tailor our menu offerings and promotions to your area.

3.4 Advertising and Targeting Cookies

These cookies may be set through our website by our advertising partners. They may be used by those companies to build a profile of your interests and show you relevant advertisements on other websites. They do not directly store personal information but are based on uniquely identifying your browser and internet device. If you do not allow these cookies, you will experience less targeted advertising.

We use Google Ads to promote our food services. Google uses cookies to help serve the ads it displays on the websites of its partners, such as websites displaying Google ads or participating in Google's certified ad networks. We also use remarketing features that allow us to show targeted advertisements to users who have previously visited our website.

If you are a California resident, please note that under the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA) as amended by the California Privacy Rights Act (CPRA), you have the right to opt out of the sale or sharing of your personal information, which may include certain advertising cookie activities. Please see Section 7 of this policy for more information on how to exercise your rights.

4. Specific Cookies We Use

The following table provides detailed information about the specific cookies used on cafegiordanos.click:

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 and sessions. Analytics 2 years
_gid Google Analytics Registers a unique ID that is used to generate statistical data on how the visitor uses the website. Used to distinguish users within a single day. Analytics 24 hours
_gat Google Analytics Used by Google Analytics to throttle request rate, limiting data collection on high-traffic sites. Analytics 1 minute
_gcl_au Google Ads Used by Google AdSense for experimenting with advertisement efficiency across websites using their services. Stores and tracks conversions. Advertising 3 months
_ga_[ID] Google Analytics (GA4) Used to persist session state across pages. Part of the Google Analytics 4 tracking framework. Analytics 2 years
cookieconsent_status cafegiordanos.click Stores the user's cookie consent preferences to avoid repeatedly displaying the cookie consent banner. Essential 1 year
session_id cafegiordanos.click Maintains your session state across page requests, enabling features like online ordering and shopping cart functionality. Essential Session
XSRF-TOKEN cafegiordanos.click Ensures visitor browsing security by preventing cross-site request forgery (CSRF) attacks. Essential Session
user_preferences cafegiordanos.click Stores user preferences such as language settings and location to personalize the browsing experience. Functional 6 months
_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
fr Facebook (Meta) Used by Facebook to deliver, measure, and improve the relevance of ads, with a unique browser and user ID. Advertising 3 months
IDE Google DoubleClick Used by Google DoubleClick to register and report a website user's actions after viewing or clicking on one of the advertiser's ads. Advertising 1 year

5. How Long Do Cookies Last?

In terms of duration, cookies can be either session cookies or persistent cookies:

  • Session Cookies: These are temporary cookies that expire at the end of your browser session — that is, when you close your browser. Session cookies are typically used for essential website functionality, such as maintaining your login status during a single visit.
  • Persistent Cookies: These cookies remain on your device after your browser session ends. They are reactivated each time you visit the website that created that particular cookie. Persistent cookies are used to remember your preferences across multiple visits and to deliver targeted advertising.

The specific duration of each cookie we use is outlined in the table in Section 4 above.

6. How to Manage and Control Cookies

You have the right to decide whether to accept or reject cookies. You can exercise your cookie preferences in several ways:

6.1 Browser Settings

Most web browsers automatically accept cookies, but you can usually modify your browser settings to decline cookies if you prefer. The instructions for managing cookies vary depending on the browser you use. Please follow the links below for guidance on your specific browser:

Please note that if you choose to block cookies through your browser settings, you may not be able to access all or parts of our website, and some features may not work as intended.

6.2 Opt-Out Tools for Specific Services

In addition to browser-level controls, you can use the following opt-out tools provided by specific third-party services:

  • Google Analytics Opt-Out: You can prevent Google Analytics from collecting information about your visits by installing the Google Analytics Opt-out Browser Add-on. This add-on prevents the Google Analytics JavaScript code from sharing information with Google Analytics about your activity.
  • Google Ads Personalization: You can opt out of personalized advertising by Google by visiting Google Ad Settings or by visiting aboutads.info.
  • Facebook/Meta Ad Preferences: You can manage your Facebook advertising preferences by visiting your Facebook Ad Settings. If you are not logged into Facebook, you can opt out via the Digital Advertising Alliance opt-out tool.
  • Network Advertising Initiative (NAI): You can opt out of interest-based advertising from NAI member companies by visiting NAI Opt-Out.
  • Digital Advertising Alliance (DAA): US-based users can opt out of interest-based advertising by visiting AboutAds.info.
  • Your Online Choices (for European visitors): While we are a US-based business, international visitors can manage their online advertising preferences at youronlinechoices.com.

6.3 Do Not Track Signals

Some browsers include a "Do Not Track" (DNT) feature that signals to websites that you do not want your online activities tracked. At this time, there is no universally agreed-upon standard for how websites should respond to DNT signals, and our website does not currently respond to DNT signals from browsers. However, you can use the opt-out tools listed in Section 6.2 to limit tracking.

7. Your Privacy Rights Under US Law

Depending on your state of residence, you may have specific rights regarding your personal information and how it is collected through cookies.

7.1 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 the following rights concerning personal information collected through cookies:

  • Right to Know: You have the right to know what personal information we collect, use, disclose, and sell, including through cookie-based tracking.
  • Right to Delete: You have the right to request deletion of personal information we have collected from you.
  • Right to Opt-Out of Sale/Sharing: You have the right to opt out of the sale or sharing of your personal information. Certain advertising cookies may constitute "sharing" under CPRA. To opt out, use the tools listed in Section 6.2.
  • Right to Non-Discrimination: We will not discriminate against you for exercising any of your CCPA/CPRA rights.
  • Right to Correct: You have the right to correct inaccurate personal information we maintain about you.

To exercise any of these rights, please contact us using the information provided in Section 9 of this policy.

7.2 FTC Act Compliance

We comply with the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) Act, which prohibits unfair or deceptive acts or practices in commerce. This includes being transparent about our data collection practices through cookies and honoring the privacy preferences you express.

8. Impact of Disabling Cookies

While you have the right to disable cookies, please be aware that doing so may affect your experience on our website. Here is a summary of the potential impacts:

Cookie Type Impact of Disabling
Essential Cookies Significant impact. Core website functionality such as online ordering, account login, and form submissions may not work properly. We strongly recommend keeping these cookies enabled.
Analytics Cookies Minimal impact on your experience. However, we will be unable to collect data about how our website is used, which helps us improve its functionality and content. Your browsing experience will not be affected.
Functional Cookies Moderate impact. Features such as saved preferences, location-based content, and personalized menus may not be available. You may need to re-enter your preferences each time you visit.
Advertising Cookies Low impact on website functionality. However, you will still see advertisements — they will just be less relevant to your interests. You may also see ads for our restaurant on other websites more frequently, but they will be less targeted.

9. Third-Party Websites

Our website may contain links to third-party websites, plug-ins, and applications. Clicking on those links or enabling those connections may allow third parties to collect or share data about you. We do not control these third-party websites and are not responsible for their privacy policies or cookie practices. When you leave our website, we encourage you to read the cookie policy and privacy policy of every website you visit.

In particular, we use the following third-party services that may place cookies on your device:

10. Updates to This Cookie Policy

We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices, technology, legal requirements, or other factors. When we make changes, we will update the "Last Updated" date at the top of this policy. We encourage you to review this Cookie Policy periodically to stay informed about our use of cookies.

If we make material changes to this Cookie Policy, we will provide notice through a prominent banner on our website or by other means as appropriate. Your continued use of our website after any changes to this Cookie Policy constitutes your acceptance of the revised 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:

Giordanos

We aim to respond to all inquiries within 5 business days. When contacting us about cookie-related matters, please include "Cookie Policy Inquiry" in the subject line of your email to help us respond more efficiently.