Cookie Policy

Last Updated: March 26, 2026

1. Introduction

Wing Snob operates the website snobwing.rest and is committed to being transparent about how we collect and use data related to you. This Cookie Policy forms part of our broader Privacy Policy and explains in detail what cookies are, the types of cookies we use, how we use them, and how you can control or delete them.

Please read this policy carefully. If you do not agree to our use of cookies, you can adjust your browser settings or opt out of certain cookies using the tools described in this document. However, please be aware that disabling certain cookies may affect the functionality of our website.

If you have any questions about this Cookie Policy, you can contact us at:

2. What Are Cookies?

Cookies are small text files that are placed on your computer, smartphone, tablet, or other device when you visit a website. They are widely used by website owners to make websites work more efficiently, to provide a better user experience, 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 — such as advertising, interactive content, and analytics. The parties that set these third-party cookies can recognize your device both when it visits the website in question and 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. The next time you visit our website, your browser sends this cookie back to our server, which allows us to recognize you and remember your preferences, analyze how you use our site, and deliver personalized content or advertisements.

Cookies can be either session cookies or persistent cookies:

  • Session Cookies: These are temporary cookies that expire when you close your browser. They are used to maintain your session while you are using our website.
  • Persistent Cookies: These remain on your device after you close your browser for a set period of time. They are used to remember your preferences and recognize you on future visits.

2.2 Other Tracking Technologies

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

  • Web Beacons (Pixel Tags): Small graphic images (also known as "pixel tags" or "clear GIFs") that may be included on our website and in emails. They allow us to count users who have visited certain pages or opened emails.
  • Local Storage: HTML5 local storage allows websites to store data directly in your browser without expiration. This data persists across browser sessions.
  • JavaScript Tags: Code snippets that collect information about how visitors use our website, including pages visited and interactions made.

3. Types of Cookies We Use

We use the following categories of cookies on our website:

3.1 Strictly Necessary / Essential Cookies

These cookies are essential for the proper functioning of our website. Without these cookies, certain features of our website would not work. These cookies do not collect any personally identifiable information, and they cannot be disabled without affecting the performance of our website.

Essential cookies are used for purposes such as:

  • Enabling you to navigate through our website
  • Supporting security features
  • Remembering items in your cart or order preferences
  • Maintaining your session while you are logged in

3.2 Analytics and Performance Cookies

These cookies collect information about how visitors use our website, such as which pages they visit most often, how long they spend on each page, and any error messages they encounter. The information collected by these cookies is aggregated and anonymous — it does not identify individual visitors. We use this information to improve how our website works and to understand what content is most relevant to our users.

We use Google Analytics to help us understand visitor behavior on our website. Google Analytics uses cookies to collect information such as how often users visit our site, what pages they visit, and what other sites they used prior to coming to our site.

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 our website to remember choices you make (such as your preferred language, region, or order preferences) and provide enhanced, more personalized features.

3.4 Advertising and Targeting Cookies

These cookies are used to deliver advertisements that are relevant to you and your interests. They are also used to limit the number of times you see an advertisement and help measure the effectiveness of advertising campaigns. They remember that you have visited a particular website and this information may be shared with other organizations, such as advertisers. We use Google Ads to serve targeted advertisements to users who have previously visited our website.

4. Specific Cookies Used on snobwing.rest

The following table provides detailed information about the specific cookies used on our website:

Cookie Name Provider Purpose Type Duration
_ga Google Analytics Registers a unique ID 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 used to generate statistical data on how the visitor uses the website. Stores and updates a unique value for each page visited. Analytics 24 hours
_gat Google Analytics Used by Google Analytics to throttle request rates, limiting the collection of data on high-traffic sites. Helps control the number of requests made to Google's servers. 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. Advertising 3 months
_fbp Facebook (Meta) Used by Facebook to deliver a series of advertisement products, such as real-time bidding from third-party advertisers. Identifies browsers for the purposes of providing advertising and site analytics services. Advertising 3 months
session_id Wing Snob Maintains your session while you browse our website, enabling continuity as you navigate between pages and use our online ordering system. Essential Session
cart_token Wing Snob Stores items you have added to your cart or order basket so they remain saved while you continue browsing our menu and placing an order. Essential 7 days
user_preferences Wing Snob Remembers your preferences such as your preferred location, dietary preferences, or saved order history to provide a personalized experience when you return. Functional 1 year
cookie_consent Wing Snob Stores your cookie consent preferences to ensure we do not repeatedly ask for your consent each time you visit our website. Essential 1 year
_ga_[ID] Google Analytics (GA4) Used by Google Analytics 4 to persist session state and track individual user behavior and engagement metrics across multiple sessions on our website. Analytics 2 years

5. Legal Basis for Using Cookies

Wing Snob operates in the United States. Our use of cookies is governed by applicable U.S. laws and regulations, including:

  • The California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA) / California Privacy Rights Act (CPRA): If you are a California resident, you have specific rights regarding your personal data, including the right to know what data is collected and the right to opt out of the sale of personal information. Cookies used for advertising purposes may be considered a "sale" or "sharing" of personal information under California law.
  • The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) Act: We comply with FTC guidelines on online privacy and the use of tracking technologies in our advertising practices.
  • CAN-SPAM Act and related regulations: Where cookies interact with email marketing activities, we comply with applicable federal and state laws.

For strictly necessary cookies, our legal basis is our legitimate interest in operating a functional website. For all other cookies, we rely on your consent, which you can provide or withdraw at any time.

6. How to Manage and Control Cookies

You have several options to manage, control, or delete cookies. Please note that if you choose to disable or delete cookies, some features of our website may not function properly.

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. The following links provide instructions on how to manage cookies in the most popular browsers:

6.2 Opt-Out Tools for Specific Services

In addition to browser settings, you can opt out of specific third-party cookies and tracking technologies using the following tools:

Service Opt-Out Link Description
Google Analytics Google Analytics Opt-Out Browser Add-on Install the Google Analytics opt-out browser add-on to prevent your data from being used by Google Analytics.
Google Ads / DoubleClick Google Ads Settings Manage your Google Ads preferences and opt out of personalized advertising from Google.
Facebook / Meta Facebook Ad Preferences Manage your Facebook ad preferences and opt out of interest-based advertising from Meta.
Network Advertising Initiative (NAI) NAI Opt-Out Tool Opt out of interest-based advertising from NAI member companies.
Digital Advertising Alliance (DAA) AboutAds.info Choice Page Opt out of interest-based advertising from DAA participating companies.
Your Online Choices (US) YourOnlineChoices.com Manage online behavioral advertising preferences across multiple companies.

6.3 Do Not Track (DNT)

Some browsers have a "Do Not Track" (DNT) feature that signals to websites that you do not want your online activities tracked. Currently, there is no uniform standard for how websites should respond to DNT signals. At this time, our website does not alter its data collection and use practices in response to DNT signals. However, we respect your privacy choices and encourage you to use the opt-out tools listed above.

6.4 Mobile Device Settings

If you access our website from a mobile device, you can control tracking through your device's settings:

  • iOS (iPhone/iPad): Go to Settings > Privacy & Security > Tracking to manage app tracking permissions.
  • Android: Go to Settings > Privacy > Ads to reset your advertising ID or opt out of personalized ads.

7. Impact of Disabling Cookies

If you choose to disable or block certain types of cookies, please be aware of the following potential impacts on your experience with our website:

8. California Privacy Rights (CCPA/CPRA)

If you are a California resident, you have the following rights under the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA) and California Privacy Rights Act (CPRA) as they relate to cookies and tracking technologies:

  • Right to Know: You have the right to know what personal information we collect through cookies and how it is used or shared.
  • Right to Delete: You have the right to request deletion of personal information we have collected about you through cookies, subject to certain exceptions.
  • Right to Opt-Out: 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 personal data under California law. You can opt out using the tools provided in Section 6 of this policy.
  • Right to Non-Discrimination: We will not discriminate against you for exercising any of your privacy rights.

To exercise your California privacy rights, please contact us at [email protected].

9. Third-Party Websites and Services

Our website may contain links to third-party websites, social media platforms, and embedded content. These third parties may set their own cookies on your device when you visit our website or click on links to their services. We do not control these third-party cookies and are not responsible for the privacy practices of these third parties.

We encourage you to review the privacy and cookie policies of any third-party websites you visit through links on our website. Key third parties whose services we use include:

10. Updates to This Cookie Policy

We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices, the cookies we use, or applicable laws and regulations. When we make material changes to this policy, we will update the "Last Updated" date at the top of this page. We encourage you to review this Cookie Policy periodically to stay informed about our use of cookies.

Your continued use of our website after any changes to this Cookie Policy will constitute your acceptance of such changes.

11. 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:

Wing Snob — Privacy Contact

We will respond to all legitimate privacy inquiries within a reasonable timeframe. For California residents with CCPA/CPRA requests, we will respond within 45 days as required by law.

This Cookie Policy was last updated on March 26, 2026. © 2026 Wing Snob. All rights reserved.