Cookie Policy
Last Updated: March 25, 2026
1. Introduction
Welcome to Dewey's Pizza. We are committed to being transparent about how we collect and use data related to you. This Cookie Policy applies to the website deweyspizza.click and explains 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 provide additional context about how we handle your personal information. By using our website, you acknowledge that you have read and understood this Cookie Policy.
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 device (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 browsing experience, and report on website activity.
Cookies are created by the web server that hosts the website and are stored on your device's browser. Every time you return to the same website, your browser sends the cookie back to the server, allowing the website to recognize you and remember your preferences.
Cookies can be set by the website you are visiting (known as "first-party cookies") or by third-party services operating on that website (known as "third-party cookies"). Third-party cookies enable features or functionality provided by third parties to be present on or through the website, such as advertising, interactive content, and analytics.
2.1 How Cookies Work
When you visit deweyspizza.click for the first time, our website sends a cookie file to your browser, which stores it on your device. The cookie contains a unique identifier that allows our website to recognize your device when you return. This enables us to:
- Keep you signed in to your account across pages
- Remember items in your shopping cart or order preferences
- Understand how you navigate and use our website
- Deliver personalized content and relevant advertisements
- Improve the overall performance and functionality of our website
2.2 Session Cookies vs. Persistent Cookies
Cookies can be classified based on their lifespan:
- Session Cookies: These are temporary cookies that exist only during your browsing session. They are automatically deleted from your device when you close your browser. Session cookies are essential for certain website functions, such as maintaining your order as you move through our online ordering system.
- Persistent Cookies: These cookies remain on your device for a set period of time (specified in the cookie) or until you manually delete them. Persistent cookies are used to remember your preferences across multiple visits to our website.
3. Types of Cookies We Use
Dewey's Pizza uses the following categories of cookies on deweyspizza.click:
3.1 Strictly Necessary / Essential Cookies
These cookies are essential for the operation of our website and cannot be switched off. They are usually set in response to actions you take, such as setting your privacy preferences, logging in, or filling out forms. Without these cookies, certain services you have requested — such as placing an online order — cannot be provided. These cookies do not store any personally identifiable information.
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 understand which pages are the most and least popular, how visitors navigate through our site, and where errors may occur. All information collected by these cookies is aggregated and therefore anonymous. If you do not allow these cookies, we will not know when you have visited our website.
We use Google Analytics, a web analytics service provided by Google LLC, to help us analyze how visitors use deweyspizza.click. Google Analytics uses cookies to collect information such as your IP address, browser type, referring/exit pages, and time stamps. This information is used to compile reports and help us improve our website.
3.3 Functional Cookies
These cookies enable our 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. These cookies allow the website to remember choices you make, such as your preferred language, region, or your saved menu preferences. If you do not allow these cookies, some or all of these services may not function properly.
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 Dewey's Pizza across the Google advertising network. Google Ads cookies allow us to measure the effectiveness of our advertising campaigns by tracking whether visitors who click on our ads go on to place an order.
4. Specific Cookies We Use
The table below provides details about the specific cookies used on deweyspizza.click:
| Cookie Name | Provider | Purpose | Type | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|---|
_ga |
Google Analytics | Registers a unique ID used to generate statistical data on how you use the website. Used to distinguish users by assigning a randomly generated number as a client identifier. | Analytics | 2 years |
_gid |
Google Analytics | Registers a unique ID used to generate statistical data on how you use the website. Stores and updates a unique value for each page visited and is used to count and track pageviews. | Analytics | 24 hours |
_gat |
Google Analytics | Used by Google Analytics to throttle request rates, limiting the collection of data on high-traffic websites. This cookie is used to manage the rate at which page view requests are made to the Google Analytics service. | Analytics | 1 minute |
_gcl_au |
Google Ads | Used by Google AdSense to experiment with advertisement efficiency across websites using their services. Stores and tracks conversions from Google Ads, measuring the effectiveness of advertising campaigns. | Advertising | 3 months |
cookieconsent_status |
Dewey's Pizza | Stores your cookie consent preferences so that we do not need to ask for your consent on every page visit. | Essential | 1 year |
session_id |
Dewey's Pizza | Maintains your session state while you browse our website, including items in your cart and login status. | Essential | Session |
user_prefs |
Dewey's Pizza | Stores your website preferences, such as your preferred location, saved menu items, and delivery address details for a more personalized experience. | Functional | 6 months |
cart_token |
Dewey's Pizza | Allows our website to remember the items you have added to your cart so they are saved if you leave the page or close the browser. | Functional | 30 days |
_fbp |
Facebook / Meta | Used by Facebook (Meta) to deliver a series of advertisement products, such as real-time bidding from third-party advertisers. Tracks website visits for the purpose of advertising attribution. | Advertising | 3 months |
_fbc |
Facebook / Meta | Contains the Facebook click identifier from the last time someone clicked through to our website from a Facebook advertisement. | Advertising | 3 months |
IDE |
Google DoubleClick | Used by Google DoubleClick to register and report users' actions after viewing or clicking one of the advertiser's ads with the purpose of measuring the efficacy of an ad and presenting targeted ads to users. | Advertising | 1 year |
5. Legal Basis for Using Cookies
Dewey's Pizza is based in the United States, and our cookie practices are governed by applicable U.S. law, including:
- The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) Act: We adhere to FTC guidelines regarding fair information practices and transparent disclosure of our data collection methods.
- The California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA) / California Privacy Rights Act (CPRA): For users located in California, you have specific rights regarding the sale and sharing of your personal information. Advertising cookies that involve the sharing of your data with third parties for cross-context behavioral advertising may be considered a "sale" or "sharing" of personal information under California law. California residents have the right to opt out of such activities. Please see Section 7 for information on how to exercise these rights.
- State Privacy Laws: Various U.S. state privacy laws (including those in Virginia, Colorado, Connecticut, and other states) may provide additional rights regarding cookies and tracking technologies. We are committed to honoring applicable rights as required by law.
For essential cookies, our legal basis is our legitimate interest in providing a functioning website. For non-essential cookies (analytics, functional, and advertising), we rely on your consent, which you may withdraw at any time.
6. How to Manage and Disable Cookies
You have the right to decide whether to accept or reject non-essential cookies. There are several ways you can manage your cookie preferences:
6.1 Browser Settings
Most web browsers allow you to control cookies through their settings. You can typically find these settings in the "Options," "Preferences," or "Settings" menu of your browser. Below are links to cookie management instructions for the most popular browsers:
- Google Chrome: https://support.google.com/chrome/answer/95647
- Mozilla Firefox: https://support.mozilla.org/en-US/kb/enhanced-tracking-protection-firefox-desktop
- Apple Safari: https://support.apple.com/guide/safari/manage-cookies-sfri11471/mac
- Microsoft Edge: https://support.microsoft.com/en-us/microsoft-edge
- Opera: https://help.opera.com/en/latest/web-preferences/#cookies
Please be aware that if you use different devices to access our website (e.g., your computer, smartphone, and tablet), you will need to adjust your cookie settings on each device individually.
6.2 Opt-Out Tools Provided by Third Parties
You can opt out of specific third-party cookies using the tools provided by those companies:
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Google Analytics Opt-Out: You can prevent Google Analytics from collecting your data by installing the Google Analytics Browser Add-on, available at:
https://tools.google.com/dlpage/gaoptout -
Google Ads Personalization Opt-Out: You can opt out of personalized advertising from Google by visiting:
https://adssettings.google.com -
Facebook / Meta Ad Preferences: You can manage your Facebook advertising preferences and opt out of interest-based ads at:
https://www.facebook.com/adpreferences/ad_settings -
Network Advertising Initiative (NAI) Opt-Out: You can opt out of interest-based advertising from NAI member companies at:
https://optout.networkadvertising.org -
Digital Advertising Alliance (DAA) Opt-Out: You can opt out of interest-based advertising from DAA participating companies at:
https://optout.aboutads.info -
Your Online Choices (for additional opt-out options):
https://www.youronlinechoices.com
6.3 California Residents — Your Rights Under CCPA/CPRA
If you are a California resident, you have the right to opt out of the "sale" or "sharing" of your personal information, which may include certain advertising cookies. To exercise this right, you may click on a "Do Not Sell or Share My Personal Information" link on our website, or contact us directly at [email protected].
Additionally, you may use a browser or browser extension that sends a Global Privacy Control (GPC) signal. We honor GPC signals as a valid opt-out of the sale or sharing of personal information where required by law.
7. Impact of Disabling Cookies
While you have the right to manage and disable cookies, doing so may affect your experience on deweyspizza.click. The impact depends on which types of cookies you choose to disable:
| Cookie Type | Impact of Disabling |
|---|---|
| Essential Cookies | Significant impact. Our website may not function correctly. You may be unable to place online orders, log in to your account, or complete checkout. Core website features that depend on session management will not work. |
| Analytics Cookies | Minimal impact on your browsing experience. You will still be able to use our website normally, but we will be unable to track how you use our site or improve our services based on visitor behavior. |
| Functional Cookies | Moderate impact. Some personalization features may not work. Your preferences (such as saved addresses, preferred location, and menu favorites) may not be remembered between visits. |
| Advertising Cookies | Minimal impact on core functionality. You will still see advertisements, but they will be less relevant to your interests. Disabling these cookies will not reduce the total number of ads you see, only their personalization. |
We recommend keeping essential and functional cookies enabled to ensure the best possible experience when ordering your favorite Dewey's Pizza online.
8. Cookies and Children's Privacy
Our website, deweyspizza.click, 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. If you believe we have inadvertently collected information from a child under 13, please contact us immediately at [email protected].
9. Changes to This Cookie Policy
We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time to reflect changes in technology, law, or our business practices. When we make significant changes to this policy, we will update the "Last Updated" date at the top of this page and, where appropriate, notify you via email or a prominent notice on our website.
We encourage you to review this Cookie Policy periodically to stay informed about how we use cookies. Your continued use of deweyspizza.click after any changes to this Cookie Policy constitutes your acceptance of those changes.
10. Contact Us
If you have any questions, concerns, or requests regarding this Cookie Policy or our use of cookies and tracking technologies, please do not hesitate to contact us using the information below:
- Business Name: Dewey's Pizza
- Email: [email protected]
- Website: deweyspizza.click
We aim to respond to all privacy-related inquiries within a reasonable timeframe. If you are a California resident and wish to exercise your rights under the CCPA/CPRA, please state this clearly in your communication so we can respond appropriately.