Cookie Policy

Last Updated: May 28, 2026

1. Introduction

Welcome to Pizza Factory's Cookie Policy. At Pizza Factory, we are committed to being transparent about how we collect and use data related to your browsing experience on our website. This policy provides you with clear and comprehensive information about all cookies we use, why we use them, and how you can control them.

This Cookie Policy should be read alongside our Privacy Policy and Terms of Service, which are available on our website at factorypizza.click. Together, these documents explain how we collect, process, and protect your personal information in compliance with applicable United States federal and state privacy laws, including the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA) and the California Privacy Rights Act (CPRA) where applicable.

If you have any questions about our use of cookies or this policy, please do not hesitate to 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 more efficiently, to provide functionality, and to gather information about how users interact with websites.

Cookies are created by the web server that hosts a website and are sent to your browser (such as Google Chrome, Mozilla Firefox, Safari, or Microsoft Edge). Your browser stores these cookies and sends them back to the server each time you make a new request to that server. This allows the website to recognize your device and remember certain information about your visit.

Cookies typically contain the following information:

  • The name of the server that placed the cookie
  • A unique identifier (a string of numbers and/or letters)
  • The expiration date of the cookie
  • Certain settings related to the cookie's scope and security

It is important to understand that cookies, on their own, do not contain or reveal personally identifying information. However, when combined with other data that a website holds about you, they can help to identify you as an individual user.

2.1 First-Party vs. Third-Party Cookies

First-party cookies are cookies set directly by the website you are visiting (in this case, factorypizza.click). These cookies are generally used to improve your experience on our website and to allow the website to function correctly.

Third-party cookies are cookies set by a domain other than the website you are visiting. For example, when you visit our website, we may use third-party services such as Google Analytics and Google Ads. These third parties may place their own cookies on your device to gather data about your online activities across different websites.

2.2 Session vs. Persistent Cookies

Session cookies are temporary cookies that expire and are automatically deleted when you close your web browser. They are used to remember your actions within a single browsing session.

Persistent cookies remain on your device for a set period of time specified in the cookie, or until you manually delete them. These cookies help us recognize you as a returning visitor when you come back to our website.

3. Types of Cookies We Use

Our website uses several different types of cookies for various purposes. These are categorized as follows:

3.1 Strictly Necessary / Essential Cookies

These cookies are absolutely necessary for our website to function properly. They enable core functions such as page navigation, access to secure areas of the website, and basic security features. Without these cookies, our website cannot function correctly, and services you have requested — such as accessing our online ordering system or filling out contact forms — cannot be provided.

Essential cookies do not collect any information about you that could be used for marketing purposes, and they do not remember where you have been on the internet outside of our website. Because these cookies are strictly necessary for the website to work, you cannot opt out of them through our cookie management tools, although you can disable them through your browser settings (though this may cause parts of the website to stop working correctly).

3.2 Analytics and Performance Cookies

Analytics cookies allow us to count visits and traffic sources so we can measure and improve the performance of our website. They help us understand how visitors interact with our website — for example, which pages they visit most often, how long they spend on certain pages, and whether they encounter any error messages.

All information collected by analytics cookies is aggregated and therefore anonymous. We use this data to improve how our website works and to enhance the user experience for all visitors. We primarily use Google Analytics for this purpose. If you do not allow these cookies, we will not know when you have visited our website and will not be able to monitor and improve our website's performance.

3.3 Functional Cookies

Functional 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, your location, or any customizations you have applied) and to provide you with a more personalized and convenient experience.

If you do not allow these cookies, some or all of these personalization features may not function correctly.

3.4 Advertising and Targeting Cookies

Advertising cookies are used to make advertising messages more relevant to you and your interests. They perform functions like preventing the same advertisement from continuously reappearing, ensuring that advertisements are properly displayed, and in some cases, selecting advertisements that are based on your interests.

These cookies may track your browsing habits and activity across other websites to build a profile of your interests and show you relevant advertisements on other platforms. We use Google Ads cookies for this purpose. These cookies are placed by third-party advertising networks and are subject to those third parties' own privacy policies.

4. Cookies We Use — Detailed Table

The following table provides specific details about the individual cookies used on our website, 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 you use the website. Used to distinguish users and track sessions across the site. Analytics 2 years
_gid Google Analytics Registers a unique ID that is used to generate statistical data on how you use the website. Used to distinguish users within a single day. Analytics 24 hours
_gat Google Analytics Used to throttle the request rate — i.e., to limit the collection of data on high-traffic websites. Prevents Google Analytics from making too many data requests. Analytics 1 minute
_gcl_au Google Ads Used by Google AdSense to experiment with advertisement efficiency across websites using their services. Tracks conversions and measures ad performance. Advertising 3 months
_ga_[ID] Google Analytics (GA4) Used to persist session state and track users across sessions in Google Analytics 4 properties. Analytics 2 years
cookieconsent_status factorypizza.click Stores your cookie consent preferences to remember whether you have accepted or declined cookies on our website. Essential 1 year
session_id factorypizza.click Maintains your active session while navigating through our website. Required for core website functionality including online ordering. Essential Session
cart_token factorypizza.click Remembers items you have added to your shopping cart or order, allowing you to continue your order if you navigate away from the page. Functional 7 days
user_preferences factorypizza.click Stores your preferences such as language settings, location preferences, and any accessibility customizations you have applied to the website. 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. Tracks browsing behavior across sites for targeted advertising. Advertising 3 months
CSRF_token factorypizza.click Security cookie used to prevent cross-site request forgery attacks and protect the integrity of form submissions on our website. Essential Session

5. How to Manage and Disable Cookies

You have the right to decide whether to accept or reject non-essential cookies. There are several ways in which you can manage your cookie preferences:

5.1 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 the cookie management instructions for the most commonly used web browsers:

  • Google Chrome: Go to Settings > Privacy and Security > Cookies and other site data. You can choose to block all cookies, block third-party cookies, or clear existing cookies. Google Chrome Cookie Instructions
  • Mozilla Firefox: Go to Options > Privacy & Security > Cookies and Site Data. You can choose your preferred cookie handling options. Mozilla Firefox Cookie Instructions
  • Apple Safari: Go to Preferences > Privacy. You can block all cookies or manage website-specific data. Apple Safari Cookie Instructions
  • Microsoft Edge: Go to Settings > Cookies and site permissions > Cookies and site data. You can manage cookie preferences here. Microsoft Edge Cookie Instructions
  • Opera: Go to Settings > Advanced > Privacy & security > Site Settings > Cookies and site data. Opera Cookie Instructions

Please note that if you use multiple devices or browsers, you will need to adjust your cookie settings on each device and browser separately.

5.2 Opt-Out Tools for Specific Third-Party Cookies

In addition to managing cookies through your browser, you can use the following opt-out tools provided by specific third parties to prevent their cookies from tracking your activity:

Google Analytics Opt-Out

To prevent your data from being collected and used by Google Analytics, you can install the Google Analytics Opt-out Browser Add-on. This add-on instructs the Google Analytics JavaScript running on your device not to transmit information to Google Analytics.

Google Ads and Personalized Advertising Opt-Out

You can opt out of personalized advertising from Google by visiting Google's Ads Settings page. Here, you can control the types of ads you see and opt out of interest-based advertising entirely.

Facebook / Meta Advertising Opt-Out

To opt out of Facebook's interest-based advertising and to control how Facebook uses your data for ad targeting, visit your Facebook Ad Preferences page:

Digital Advertising Alliance (DAA) Opt-Out

The Digital Advertising Alliance provides a tool that allows you to opt out of interest-based advertising from multiple participating companies at once:

Network Advertising Initiative (NAI) Opt-Out

The Network Advertising Initiative also provides an opt-out tool for interest-based advertising from its member companies:

6. Impact of Disabling Cookies

While you have the right to disable or restrict cookies at any time, please be aware that doing so may impact your experience on our website. Depending on which cookies you disable, the following effects may occur:

6.1 Disabling Essential Cookies

6.2 Disabling Analytics Cookies

If you disable analytics cookies such as Google Analytics cookies (_ga, _gid, _gat), we will not be able to collect data about your browsing behavior on our website. This means we will be unable to:

  • Understand how visitors use our website
  • Identify and fix usability issues
  • Improve website performance and content
  • Measure the effectiveness of our website updates

Disabling analytics cookies will not prevent you from using our website, and your overall browsing experience should remain largely unaffected.

6.3 Disabling Functional Cookies

Disabling functional cookies may result in the following inconveniences:

  • Your preferences (such as language or location settings) will not be saved between visits
  • You may need to re-enter information each time you visit our website
  • Some personalized features or recommendations may not be available

6.4 Disabling Advertising Cookies

If you disable advertising cookies, you will still see advertisements online, but they will no longer be personalized to your interests and browsing behavior. You may see more generic advertisements that are less relevant to you. Disabling advertising cookies will not affect your ability to use our website or place orders.

7. Cookies and Children's Privacy

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 parent or guardian and believe your child has provided us with personal information through cookie-based tracking, please contact us immediately using the details provided below. We will take prompt action to delete such information.

8. 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 changes in our business practices. When we make significant changes, we will update the "Last Updated" date at the top of this policy and, where appropriate, notify you by posting a notice on our website or by other means.

We encourage you to review this Cookie Policy periodically to stay informed about our use of cookies and related technologies. Your continued use of our website after any changes to this Cookie Policy will constitute your acknowledgment of the changes and your consent to abide by and be bound by the updated policy.

9. Your Rights Under Applicable Law

Depending on your state of residence within the United States, you may have specific rights regarding your personal data collected through cookies. In particular:

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 specific rights regarding your personal information, which may include data collected through cookies. These rights include:

  • Right to Know: You have the right to request information about the categories and specific pieces of personal information we have collected about you through cookies and other tracking technologies.
  • Right to Delete: You have the right to request the deletion of personal information we have collected from you through cookies.
  • Right to Opt-Out of Sale or Sharing: You have the right to opt out of the sale or sharing of your personal information. Certain advertising cookies may constitute a "sale" or "sharing" of your data under California law. You can opt out by using the tools described in Section 5 of this policy or by contacting us directly.
  • Right to Non-Discrimination: We will not discriminate against you for exercising any of your CCPA/CPRA rights.

To exercise your California privacy rights, please contact us using the information provided in Section 10 below.

9.2 Other U.S. State Privacy Laws

Various other U.S. states have enacted comprehensive privacy laws that may grant you similar rights regarding data collected through cookies. We are committed to complying with all applicable privacy laws and will respond to legitimate requests from residents of any U.S. state in accordance with applicable law.

10. Contact Us

If you have any questions, concerns, or requests regarding this Cookie Policy or our use of cookies and similar tracking technologies, please do not hesitate to contact us. We are happy to assist you and will respond to your inquiry as promptly as possible.

Pizza Factory — Contact Information

When contacting us regarding this Cookie Policy, please include "Cookie Policy Inquiry" in the subject line of your email so that we can direct your query to the appropriate team member. For California residents wishing to exercise their CCPA/CPRA rights, please include "California Privacy Rights Request" in your subject line.