Cookie Policy
Last Updated: June 13, 2026
1. Introduction
Welcome to Piada's Cookie Policy. Piada is a food service business operating in the United States and is committed to being transparent about how we collect and use data from visitors to our website, piadafood.rest. This policy provides detailed information about how and why we use cookies, and the choices you have regarding their use.
This Cookie Policy should be read alongside our Privacy Policy and Terms of Service, which are also available on our website. If you have any questions about our use of cookies or other technologies, please contact us using the details provided at the end of this policy.
We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time to reflect changes in technology, legislation, our operations, or for any other reason we consider necessary. Please check this page periodically to ensure you are aware of any changes. The date at the top of this page indicates when it was last revised.
2. What Are Cookies?
Cookies are small text files that are placed on your computer, smartphone, tablet, or other internet-connected device when you visit a website. They are widely used by website owners to make their websites work more efficiently, to enhance the user experience, and to provide reporting information.
Cookies set by the website owner (in this case, Piada) 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 computer both when it visits the website in question and also when it visits certain other websites.
2.1 How Do Cookies Work?
When you visit our website, our web server sends a cookie to your browser, which stores it as a small file on your device. Each time you return to our website, your browser sends this cookie back to our server. This allows our website to recognize your device and remember certain information about your preferences or past actions.
Cookies do not typically contain any information that personally identifies you as an individual; however, personal data that we store about you may be linked to the information stored in and obtained from cookies. For example, a cookie might remember that you have added items to a shopping cart or that you have previously logged in to your account.
2.2 Types of Cookies by Duration
Cookies can be categorized based on how long they remain on your device:
- Session Cookies: These are temporary cookies that exist only during your current browsing session. They are deleted automatically when you close your browser. Session cookies help our website recognize you as you navigate from page to page so that you do not need to repeatedly log in or re-enter information.
- Persistent Cookies: These cookies remain on your device after you close your browser, until they expire or you delete them. Persistent cookies remember your preferences and settings for future visits and help us recognize you as a returning visitor.
3. Types of Cookies We Use
We use the following categories of cookies on our website, piadafood.rest:
3.1 Essential (Strictly Necessary) Cookies
These cookies are necessary for the website to function properly and cannot be switched off in our systems. They are usually only set in response to actions made by you, such as setting your privacy preferences, logging in, or filling in forms. Without these cookies, the website would not work correctly, and services you have requested cannot be provided.
Because these cookies are strictly necessary to deliver the website and services you request, you cannot refuse them without impacting how our website functions. You can block or delete them by changing your browser settings as described below, but this may prevent parts of the website from working properly.
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 and how visitors move around the site. 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 website and will not be able to monitor its performance.
We use Google Analytics, a web analytics service provided by Google LLC, to help us analyze how users use our website. Google Analytics uses cookies to collect information such as how often users visit the site, what pages they visit, and what other sites they visited prior to coming to our site. We use the information we get from Google Analytics to improve our website and services.
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 features may not function properly. Functional cookies remember choices you make, such as your language preference, your region, or your login details.
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 sites. They do not store directly 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 conversion tracking and similar tools to measure the effectiveness of our advertising campaigns.
4. Specific Cookies We Use
The following table provides detailed information about the specific cookies used on piadafood.rest:
| 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 track sessions on the site. | 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 for a 24-hour period. | Analytics | 24 hours |
_gat |
Google Analytics | Used by Google Analytics to throttle request rate, limiting the collection of data on high-traffic sites. Helps manage the frequency of requests to Google's servers. | Analytics | 1 minute |
_gcl_au |
Google Ads | Used by Google AdSense for experimenting with advertisement efficiency across websites using their services. Tracks conversions from Google Ads campaigns. | Advertising | 3 months |
_ga_[ID] |
Google Analytics (GA4) | Used to persist session state. Stores a unique session ID and the timestamp of the first page view during that session for analytics reporting purposes. | Analytics | 2 years |
cookieconsent_status |
piadafood.rest | Stores the user's cookie consent preferences to avoid repeatedly displaying the cookie consent banner on return visits. | Essential | 1 year |
PHPSESSID |
piadafood.rest | Preserves user session state across page requests. This is a standard session management cookie used by PHP-based websites. | Essential | Session |
_fbp |
Facebook (Meta) | Used by Facebook to deliver a series of advertisement products such as real-time bidding from third-party advertisers. Helps track visits across websites for targeted advertising. | Advertising | 3 months |
fr |
Facebook (Meta) | Used by Facebook to deliver, measure, and improve the relevancy of ads shown to users. Contains a unique browser and user ID, used for targeted advertising. | Advertising | 3 months |
IDE |
Google DoubleClick | Used by Google DoubleClick to register and report the website user's actions after viewing or clicking on one of the advertiser's ads to measure the efficacy of an ad and present targeted ads. | Advertising | 1 year |
NID |
Registers a unique ID that identifies a returning user's device. The ID is used for targeted ads and to remember user preferences such as preferred language. | Functional / Advertising | 6 months | |
preference |
piadafood.rest | Stores user preferences such as language settings and display options to enhance the user experience on return visits. | Functional | 1 year |
5. Other Tracking Technologies
In addition to cookies, we may use other similar tracking technologies on our website:
- Web Beacons (Pixel Tags): These are tiny graphic images (usually invisible) embedded in web pages or emails that help us track user engagement. They can communicate with cookies and help us understand how users interact with our emails and website pages.
- Local Storage: We may use HTML5 local storage, which allows websites to store data locally within the user's browser. Unlike cookies, local storage is not transmitted to the server and has a larger storage capacity.
- Session Storage: Similar to local storage but clears all stored data when the browsing session ends. We use this to maintain temporary state information during your visit.
- JavaScript Tags: We use JavaScript tracking tags provided by analytics and advertising platforms to collect data about user behavior on our site.
6. Your Legal Rights and Applicable Law
As a food business operating in the United States, Piada's use of cookies is governed by applicable federal and state privacy laws, including but not limited to:
- California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA) / California Privacy Rights Act (CPRA): If you are a California resident, you have specific rights regarding your personal information, including the right to know what personal data is collected, the right to delete personal data, and the right to opt out of the sale or sharing of personal data. Cookies that track your browsing behavior may constitute personal information under the CCPA/CPRA.
- Federal Trade Commission (FTC) Act: The FTC regulates unfair or deceptive trade practices, including those related to online privacy. Our cookie practices comply with FTC guidelines on transparency and consumer protection.
- Children's Online Privacy Protection Act (COPPA): Our website 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 are a California resident, you may exercise your rights under CCPA/CPRA by contacting us using the details provided in Section 9 of this policy. You may request to know what personal information has been collected about you, request deletion of your personal information, and opt out of the sale or sharing of your personal information.
7. How to Manage and Disable Cookies
You have the right to decide whether to accept or reject cookies (with the exception of strictly necessary cookies). You can exercise your cookie preferences in the following ways:
7.1 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: Visit https://support.google.com/chrome/answer/95647
- Mozilla Firefox: Visit https://support.mozilla.org/en-US/kb/enable-and-disable-cookies-website-preferences
- Apple Safari: Visit https://support.apple.com/guide/safari/manage-cookies-and-website-data-sfri11471/mac
- Microsoft Edge: Visit https://support.microsoft.com/en-us/microsoft-edge
- Opera: Visit https://help.opera.com/en/latest/web-preferences/#cookies
Please note that if you use different browsers or devices, you will need to manage your cookie settings separately for each browser and device.
7.2 Opt-Out Tools for Specific Services
You can opt out of specific third-party cookies using the following tools and links:
| Service | Opt-Out Method | Link |
|---|---|---|
| Google Analytics | Google Analytics Opt-Out Browser Add-on | https://tools.google.com/dlpage/gaoptout |
| Google Ads / DoubleClick | Google Ad Settings | https://adssettings.google.com |
| Facebook (Meta) | Facebook Ad Preferences | https://www.facebook.com/adpreferences |
| Network Advertising Initiative | NAI Opt-Out Tool (multiple ad networks) | https://optout.networkadvertising.org |
| Digital Advertising Alliance | DAA Opt-Out Tool (US-based) | https://optout.aboutads.info |
| Your Online Choices | Multiple network opt-out | https://www.youronlinechoices.com |
7.3 Mobile Device Settings
If you access our website through a mobile device, you may be able to control cookies and tracking through your mobile device settings. On iOS devices, you can limit ad tracking in Settings > Privacy > Advertising. On Android devices, you can opt out of interest-based ads through Settings > Google > Ads.
8. Impact of Disabling Cookies
While you have the right to disable or restrict cookies, please be aware that doing so may impact your experience on our website. The specific impacts depend on the type of cookies you disable:
What Happens When You Disable Cookies:
- Essential Cookies Disabled: If you disable essential cookies, core functionality of our website may not work correctly. You may be unable to navigate certain pages, submit forms, use online ordering features, or access secure areas of the website. We strongly recommend keeping essential cookies enabled.
- Analytics Cookies Disabled: If you disable analytics cookies, we will be unable to collect data about how you use our website. This means we cannot improve our services based on your usage patterns, but your ability to use the website will not be directly affected.
- Functional Cookies Disabled: If you disable functional cookies, you may find that certain features do not work as expected. For example, your language preferences may not be saved, and you may need to re-enter certain information each time you visit.
- Advertising Cookies Disabled: If you disable advertising cookies, you will still see advertisements, but they will be less relevant to your interests. Disabling these cookies does not mean you will see fewer ads; it simply means the ads you see will be less targeted to you.
9. Third-Party Cookies and Links
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 statements or cookie practices. When you leave our website, we encourage you to read the privacy and cookie policy of every website you visit.
Third-party services that may set cookies through our website include:
- Google LLC – For analytics (Google Analytics, Google Analytics 4) and advertising (Google Ads, DoubleClick). Google's privacy policy is available at https://policies.google.com/privacy.
- Meta Platforms, Inc. (Facebook) – For social media features and targeted advertising. Meta's privacy policy is available at https://www.facebook.com/privacy/explanation.
10. Do Not Track Signals
Some browsers include a "Do Not Track" (DNT) feature that signals to websites that you do not want to have your online activity tracked. At this time, there is no universally accepted standard for how websites should respond to DNT signals, and our website does not currently respond to DNT browser signals. However, you can use the opt-out tools described in Section 7 to limit tracking on our website.
California residents who have an established business relationship with us may request information about whether we have disclosed personal information to any third parties for their direct marketing purposes during the preceding calendar year. We do not disclose personal information to third parties for their direct marketing purposes.
11. Updates to This Cookie Policy
We may update this Cookie Policy periodically to reflect changes in our practices, technology, legal requirements, or for other operational reasons. 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 whenever you visit our website to stay informed about our use of cookies.
If we make significant changes to how we use cookies, we may notify you through a prominent notice on our website or through other communication channels.
12. 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 following details:
Piada – Contact Information
- Company: Piada
- Website: piadafood.rest
- Email: [email protected]
We will endeavor to respond to all legitimate requests within a reasonable timeframe, typically within 30 days. If your request is particularly complex or you have made multiple requests, it may take us longer to respond. In this case, we will notify you and keep you updated on the progress of your request.