Cookie Policy

Last Updated: June 26, 2026

1. Introduction

Wing Snob operates the website wingsnobkitchen.rest and is committed to being transparent about how we collect and use data related to you. This Cookie Policy is designed to help you understand what cookies are, how we use them, what types of cookies we deploy on our website, and how you can manage your cookie preferences.

This policy should be read alongside our Privacy Policy, which provides broader information about how we collect, use, and protect your personal information. Together, these documents form our commitment to responsible data practices in accordance with applicable United States federal and state 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 unfair or deceptive practices in commerce.

If you have any questions about our use of cookies or this policy, please contact us 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, to work more efficiently, and to provide reporting information.

Cookies set by the website owner (in this case, Wing Snob) 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 — for example, 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 a website, your browser sends a request to the web server hosting that site. The server then sends back a response along with one or more cookies. Your browser stores these cookies on your device. The next time you visit the same website, your browser sends the cookies back to the server, allowing the website to recognize you and remember your preferences.

Cookies can store a wide range of information, including personally identifiable information (such as your name or email address) — but only when you provide this information to the website. The website cannot gain access to other information stored on your device from cookies alone.

2.2 Similar Tracking Technologies

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

  • Web Beacons (Pixel Tags): Small graphic images embedded in web pages or emails that track whether a user has accessed specific content.
  • Local Storage Objects (LSOs): Data stored on your browser's local storage that persists beyond your browsing session.
  • Session Storage: Temporary storage that is cleared when you close your browser tab or window.
  • Fingerprinting: Collection of information about your device, browser, and settings to create a unique identifier.

For simplicity, when we refer to "cookies" in this policy, we are referring to all of these technologies collectively unless otherwise specified.

3. Why Do We Use Cookies?

Wing Snob uses cookies for several important reasons:

  • Essential Operations: To ensure our website functions correctly and securely for all users.
  • Performance and Analytics: To understand how visitors interact with our website, which pages are most popular, and how we can improve the user experience.
  • Functionality: To remember your preferences and settings so you don't have to re-enter them each time you visit.
  • Advertising and Marketing: To deliver relevant advertisements and promotional content about Wing Snob's food offerings, deals, and services, and to measure the effectiveness of our marketing campaigns.
  • Security: To detect and prevent fraudulent activity and to protect both you and our website from security threats.

4. Types of Cookies We Use

We use the following categories of cookies on wingsnobkitchen.rest:

4.1 Strictly Necessary (Essential) Cookies

These cookies are essential for our website to function properly. They enable core functionality such as page navigation, secure areas, and access to certain features. The website cannot function properly without these cookies, and they 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.

These cookies do not store any personally identifiable information and are never used for marketing purposes. Under U.S. law, including guidance from the FTC, these cookies are generally considered necessary and do not require explicit user consent, though we still believe in full transparency about their use.

4.2 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 know which pages are the most and least popular and see 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 site.

We use Google Analytics to collect this data. Google Analytics is a web analytics service provided by Google LLC. Google Analytics uses cookies to help analyze how users use the website. The information generated by the cookie about your use of the website (including your IP address, which may be anonymized) will be transmitted to and stored by Google on servers in the United States. Google will use this information to evaluate your use of the website, compile reports on website activity, and provide other services relating to website activity and internet usage.

4.3 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, some or all of these services may not function properly. Functional cookies may include:

  • Remembering your language or regional preferences
  • Remembering your login details (if applicable)
  • Remembering items in your cart or order preferences
  • Customizing content based on your previous interactions with our site

4.4 Advertising and Targeting Cookies

These cookies may be set through our website by our advertising partners, including Google Ads and Meta (Facebook). 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.

California residents should note that the use of advertising cookies may constitute a "sale" or "sharing" of personal information under the CCPA/CPRA, and you have the right to opt out of such activities. Please see Section 7 for more information on how to exercise your rights.

5. Specific Cookies We Use

The table below provides detailed information about the specific cookies used on wingsnobkitchen.rest, including their names, purposes, types, and durations:

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 across pages. Analytics (Third-Party) 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 single day's session. Analytics (Third-Party) 24 hours
_gat Google Analytics Used to throttle request rate — limiting the collection of data on high traffic sites. Helps prevent the Google Analytics server from being overloaded with requests. Analytics (Third-Party) 1 minute
_gat_gtag_UA_* Google Analytics Used to throttle the request rate for Google Tag Manager. Controls the frequency of data sent to Google Analytics. Analytics (Third-Party) 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 campaigns. Advertising (Third-Party) 3 months
_fbp Meta (Facebook) Used by Facebook to deliver a series of advertisement products such as real-time bidding from third-party advertisers. Tracks user behavior across websites for targeted advertising. Advertising (Third-Party) 3 months
_fbc Meta (Facebook) Stores the Facebook click identifier when a user arrives at the website from a Facebook advertisement. Used to attribute conversions to Facebook ad campaigns. Advertising (Third-Party) 2 years
cookieconsent_status Wing Snob (First-Party) Stores the user's cookie consent preference so that the consent banner is not shown repeatedly on every visit. Essential (First-Party) 1 year
PHPSESSID Wing Snob (First-Party) Preserves user session state across page requests. Maintains your session and shopping cart information during your visit. Essential (First-Party) Session
cart_token Wing Snob (First-Party) Associates the shopping cart with the user's session. Remembers items added to your cart during your visit. Functional (First-Party) Session / 14 days
user_preferences Wing Snob (First-Party) Stores user interface preferences such as language selection and regional settings to improve the browsing experience on return visits. Functional (First-Party) 1 year
_uetsid Microsoft Bing Collects data on visitor behavior from multiple websites to present more relevant advertisements. Used for Microsoft Advertising (Bing Ads) conversion tracking. Advertising (Third-Party) 1 day
IDE Google DoubleClick Used by Google DoubleClick to register and report the website user's actions after viewing or clicking one of the advertiser's ads. Used to measure the effectiveness of advertisements. Advertising (Third-Party) 1 year

6. Cookie Duration: Session vs. Persistent Cookies

Cookies can also be categorized by how long they remain on your device:

  • Session Cookies: These cookies are temporary and are deleted from your device when you close your browser. They are used to maintain your session while you are actively browsing our website, such as keeping items in your shopping cart.
  • Persistent Cookies: These cookies remain on your device for a specified period of time, or until you manually delete them. They are used to remember your preferences and settings across multiple visits to our website.

7. How to Manage and Control Cookies

You have the right to decide whether to accept or reject cookies (except for strictly necessary cookies). You can manage your cookie preferences in several ways:

7.1 Browser Settings

Most web browsers allow you to control cookies through their settings. You can set your browser to refuse cookies, delete existing cookies, or notify you when cookies are being set. Please note that if you disable or refuse cookies, some parts of our website may become inaccessible or not function properly.

Here are links to the cookie management pages for popular browsers:

7.2 Opt-Out Tools for Third-Party Advertising Cookies

You can opt out of interest-based advertising from third-party providers using the following tools:

  • Google Analytics Opt-Out: Install the Google Analytics Browser Add-On to prevent your data from being collected by Google Analytics.
  • Google Ads Settings: Manage your Google advertising preferences at Google Ad Settings.
  • Meta (Facebook) Ad Preferences: Manage your Facebook advertising preferences at Facebook Ad Settings.
  • Network Advertising Initiative (NAI): Use the NAI Opt-Out Tool to opt out of interest-based advertising from NAI member companies.
  • Digital Advertising Alliance (DAA): Use the DAA Opt-Out Tool to manage your advertising preferences.
  • Your Online Choices (for European-standard protections): Visit Your Online Choices for additional opt-out options.

7.3 Mobile Device Settings

If you access our website via a mobile device, you can also manage tracking through your device settings:

  • iOS (Apple): Go to Settings > Privacy & Security > Tracking to manage app tracking permissions. You can also enable "Limit Ad Tracking" in Privacy & Security > Apple Advertising.
  • Android: Go to Settings > Privacy > Ads and enable "Opt out of Ads Personalization" to limit ad tracking.

8. Impact of Disabling Cookies

While you have the right to manage and disable cookies, please be aware that doing so may affect your experience on wingsnobkitchen.rest. The specific impacts depend on which types of cookies you disable:

Cookie Type Impact of Disabling
Essential Cookies Core website functionality may break. You may not be able to place orders, navigate between pages correctly, or access secure areas of the website. We strongly recommend keeping these enabled.
Analytics Cookies We will not be able to collect data about your visit. This means we cannot improve our website based on user behavior. Your experience will not be directly affected, but our ability to enhance the site may be limited.
Functional Cookies Your preferences (language, location, etc.) will not be saved between visits. You may need to re-enter information each time you visit our site, and certain personalized features may not work correctly.
Advertising Cookies You will still see advertisements, but they will be less relevant to your interests and preferences. You may see the same ads repeatedly, and our ability to measure the effectiveness of our marketing will be reduced.

9. Your Privacy Rights Under U.S. Law

Depending on your state of residence, you may have specific rights regarding the use of cookies and the collection of your personal information:

9.1 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 in relation to our use of cookies:

  • Right to Know: You have the right to know what personal information we collect, use, disclose, and sell or share, including information collected through cookies.
  • Right to Delete: You have the right to request deletion of personal information collected through cookies, subject to certain exceptions.
  • Right to Opt-Out of Sale/Sharing: The use of advertising cookies may constitute a "sale" or "sharing" of your personal information. You have the right to opt out. To exercise this right, use the opt-out tools listed in Section 7.2 or contact us at the details below.
  • Right to Limit Use of Sensitive Personal Information: If we collect sensitive personal information through cookies, you have the right to limit our use of that information.
  • Right to Non-Discrimination: We will not discriminate against you for exercising your privacy rights.

To exercise your CCPA/CPRA rights, please contact us at [email protected].

9.2 Other U.S. States

Several other U.S. states have enacted or are enacting comprehensive privacy laws that may provide similar rights regarding cookies and tracking technologies. We are committed to complying with applicable state privacy laws as they take effect. Please contact us if you have questions about your rights under your state's law.

9.3 FTC Act Compliance

Our use of cookies and tracking technologies complies with the Federal Trade Commission Act, which prohibits unfair or deceptive practices in commerce. We commit to being transparent about our data collection practices and to not using cookies in ways that would mislead consumers about how their information is being collected and used.

10. Third-Party Websites and Services

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 or cookie practices. We encourage you to read the cookie policies of every website you visit.

Third-party services integrated into our website include, but may not be limited to:

  • Google Analytics (analytics and performance tracking)
  • Google Ads / Google AdSense (advertising)
  • Meta (Facebook) Pixel (advertising and remarketing)
  • Microsoft Advertising / Bing Ads (advertising)
  • Payment processors (for secure transactions)
  • Online ordering and delivery platforms

Each of these third parties has their own privacy and cookie policies that govern their use of your information.

11. Updates to This Cookie Policy

We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time to reflect changes in the cookies we use, changes in applicable law, or for other operational, legal, or regulatory reasons. We will notify you of any significant changes by posting the updated policy on this page with a new "Last Updated" date. We encourage you to review this Cookie Policy periodically to stay informed about our use of cookies.

Your continued use of wingsnobkitchen.rest after we post any modifications to this Cookie Policy will constitute your acknowledgment of the modifications and your consent to abide and be bound by the modified Cookie Policy.

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 information:

Wing Snob

We aim to respond to all cookie-related inquiries within 30 business days. For California residents submitting CCPA/CPRA requests, we will respond within the timeframes required by applicable law (generally 45 days, with the possibility of an extension of an additional 45 days when reasonably necessary).