Cookie Policy
Learn about the cookies we use on our website and how to manage your preferences
1. Introduction
This Cookie Policy explains how Apache Pizza ("we," "us," or "our") uses cookies and similar tracking technologies when you visit our website at apachepiiza.com (the "Website"). This policy describes what cookies are, why we use them, how you can manage them, and what happens if you choose to disable them.
By using our Website, you consent to the use of cookies in accordance with this Cookie Policy. If you do not agree to our use of cookies, you should set your browser preferences accordingly or stop using our Website.
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 data.
2. What Are Cookies
Cookies are small text files that are stored on your computer, smartphone, tablet, or other device when you visit a website. They contain information that is transferred to your device's hard drive and allow a website to recognize your device and store some information about your preferences or past actions.
How Cookies Work
When you visit our website, we may place a number of cookie files in your web browser. Cookies serve many functions – they can remember your login details, help us understand how you use our site, and allow us to show you relevant advertisements.
Types of Cookies
Session vs Persistent Cookies
- Session Cookies: Temporary cookies that are deleted when you close your browser
- Persistent Cookies: Remain on your device for a specified period or until manually deleted
First-Party vs Third-Party Cookies
- First-Party Cookies: Set directly by our website
- Third-Party Cookies: Set by external services we use (e.g., Google Analytics)
3. Why We Use Cookies
We use cookies for several important reasons that enhance your experience on our website:
Essential Functionality
Enable basic website features like secure login, shopping cart functionality, and payment processing for your food orders.
Performance Improvement
Help us understand how visitors interact with our website so we can improve page loading times and user experience.
Personalization
Remember your preferences, delivery location, dietary requirements, and favorite menu items for a customized experience.
Marketing
Show you relevant promotions, special offers, and advertisements based on your interests and browsing behavior.
4. Types of Cookies We Use
4.1 Strictly Necessary Cookies
These cookies are essential for our website to function properly and cannot be switched off in our systems. They are usually only set in response to actions made by you which amount to a request for services.
| Cookie Name | Provider | Purpose | Type | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|---|
PHPSESSID |
Apache Pizza | Maintains user session and login status | Essential | Session |
cart_data |
Apache Pizza | Stores items in your shopping cart | Essential | 7 days |
csrf_token |
Apache Pizza | Security protection against cross-site request forgery | Essential | Session |
cookieConsent |
Apache Pizza | Remembers your cookie consent preferences | Essential | 1 year |
delivery_location |
Apache Pizza | Stores your delivery address for order processing | Essential | 30 days |
4.2 Performance/Analytics Cookies
These cookies allow us to count visits and traffic sources so we can measure and improve the performance of our site. They help us understand which pages are most popular and how visitors move around the site.
| Cookie Name | Provider | Purpose | Type | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|---|
_ga |
Google Analytics | Distinguishes unique users and sessions | Performance | 2 years |
_gid |
Google Analytics | Distinguishes users for 24-hour period | Performance | 24 hours |
_gat_gtag |
Google Analytics | Used to throttle request rate | Performance | 1 minute |
_gtm |
Google Tag Manager | Manages and deploys marketing tags | Performance | Session |
4.3 Functionality 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 use on our pages.
| Cookie Name | Provider | Purpose | Type | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|---|
user_preferences |
Apache Pizza | Stores dietary preferences and allergen information | Functionality | 1 year |
language_preference |
Apache Pizza | Remembers your language selection | Functionality | 1 year |
recent_orders |
Apache Pizza | Stores your recent order history for quick reordering | Functionality | 6 months |
favorite_items |
Apache Pizza | Remembers your favorite menu items | Functionality | 1 year |
4.4 Targeting/Marketing Cookies
These cookies may be set through our site by our advertising partners. They may be used to build a profile of your interests and show you relevant adverts on other sites.
| Cookie Name | Provider | Purpose | Type | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|---|
_fbp |
Facebook Pixel for ad targeting and conversion tracking | Targeting | 3 months | |
_fbc |
Stores Facebook click ID for ad attribution | Targeting | 1 year | |
google_ads |
Google Ads conversion tracking and remarketing | Targeting | 90 days | |
promo_tracking |
Apache Pizza | Tracks effectiveness of promotional campaigns | Targeting | 30 days |
5. Third-Party Cookies
In addition to our own cookies, we also use various third-party services that may set cookies on your device. These services help us provide a better experience and understand how our website is being used.
Google Analytics
We use Google Analytics to help analyze how users use our website. Google Analytics generates statistical and other information about website use by means of cookies, which are stored on users' computers. The information generated relating to our website is used to create reports about the use of the website.
Privacy Policy: Google Privacy Policy
Opt-out: Google Analytics Opt-out Browser Add-on
Facebook Pixel
We use Facebook Pixel to measure the effectiveness of our advertising and to show you relevant ads on Facebook and Instagram. The pixel helps us understand which ads lead to conversions and allows us to reach people who have visited our website with targeted ads.
Privacy Policy: Facebook Data Policy
Opt-out: Facebook Ad Preferences
Google Ads
We use Google Ads to show our advertisements on Google search results and other websites. Google may use cookies to show you ads based on your previous visits to our website.
Privacy Policy: Google Privacy Policy
Opt-out: Google Ad Settings
6. Cookie Duration
Different cookies stay on your device for different lengths of time. We use two types based on duration:
Session Cookies
These cookies are temporary and are deleted when you close your browser. They include:
- Login session cookies
- Shopping cart contents
- Form data
- Security tokens
Persistent Cookies
These cookies remain on your device until they expire or you delete them:
- 1 day: Rate limiting cookies
- 7 days: Shopping preferences
- 30 days: Location preferences
- 1 year: User preferences, consent settings
- 2 years: Analytics cookies
7. How to Manage Cookies
You have several options for managing cookies on your device. You can use our cookie consent tool or adjust your browser settings.
7.1 Browser Settings
Most web browsers allow you to control cookies through their settings preferences. However, if you limit the ability of websites to set cookies, you may worsen your overall user experience.
Google Chrome
- Click the three dots menu in the top right corner
- Select "Settings"
- Click "Privacy and security" in the left sidebar
- Click "Cookies and other site data"
- Choose your cookie settings from the options provided
- To block all cookies, select "Block all cookies"
Mozilla Firefox
- Click the menu button and select "Settings"
- Select the "Privacy & Security" panel
- In the "Cookies and Site Data" section, you can:
- Uncheck "Accept cookies and site data from websites" to disable all cookies
- Click "Manage Data" to remove specific cookies
- Click "Clear Data" to remove all stored cookies and site data
Safari
- Open Safari and click "Safari" in the menu bar
- Select "Preferences"
- Click the "Privacy" tab
- In the "Cookies and website data" section, select your preference
- To remove existing cookies, click "Manage Website Data"
- Select the cookies you want to remove and click "Remove"
Microsoft Edge
- Click the three dots menu in the top right
- Select "Settings"
- Click "Cookies and site permissions" in the left menu
- Click "Cookies and site data"
- Toggle "Allow sites to save and read cookie data" on or off
- Click "See all cookies and site data" to manage individual cookies
7.2 Opt-Out Links
Google Analytics
Opt OutFacebook Ads
Manage PreferencesDigital Advertising Alliance
Industry Opt-Out7.3 Our Cookie Consent Tool
When you first visit our website, you'll see a cookie banner that allows you to customize your cookie preferences. You can:
- Accept all cookies for the full website experience
- Customize your preferences by cookie category
- Reject all non-essential cookies
You can change your preferences at any time by clicking the cookie settings button in our website footer or clearing your browser cookies and revisiting our site.
8. Consequences of Disabling Cookies
While you have the right to disable cookies, doing so may impact your experience on our website. Here's what functionality you might lose:
Without Essential Cookies
- Unable to add items to cart
- Cannot complete orders
- Login functionality broken
- Security features disabled
- Form submissions may fail
Without Functionality Cookies
- Loss of saved preferences
- No personalized recommendations
- Delivery location not remembered
- Have to re-enter information each visit
- Limited customization options
9. Do Not Track Signals
Some browsers include a "Do Not Track" (DNT) feature that lets you tell websites that you do not want to have your online activities tracked. When you choose to turn on the DNT setting in your browser, your browser sends a signal to websites, analytics companies, ad networks, plug-in providers, and other web services requesting that they stop tracking your activity.
Currently, there is no universally accepted standard for what a website should do when it receives a DNT signal. As such, we do not currently respond to DNT browser signals. However, we are committed to providing you with meaningful choices about the information collected on our website, which is why we provide the cookie consent tool described in this policy.
10. Updates to This 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 bottom of this policy
- Notify you of material changes through our website banner or email
- Request renewed consent if required by law
We encourage you to review this Cookie Policy periodically to stay informed about our use of cookies and related technologies.
How we'll notify you:
- Prominent notice on our website homepage
- Email notification if you have an account with us
- Updated cookie consent banner with information about changes
11. Contact Us
If you have any questions about this Cookie Policy, our use of cookies, or your privacy rights, please contact us using the information below:
Get in Touch
We're here to help with any questions about our cookie practices
Custume Pl, Athlone, Co. Westmeath, N37 FX02, Ireland
12. More Information
For more information about cookies and how to manage them, you may find these external resources helpful:
General Information
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Last Updated: January 15, 2025
Next Review Date: January 15, 2026