Cookie Policy

Last Updated: May 22, 2026

1. Introduction

Welcome to Giordanos. We are committed to being transparent about the technologies we use on our website. This Cookie Policy provides detailed information about how and why we use cookies on giordanos-meal.top, and the choices you have regarding their use.

This policy should be read alongside our Privacy Policy and Terms of Service, which together govern your use of our website and services. If you have any questions about our use of cookies, please contact us using the details provided at the end of this document.

As a food business operating in the United States, we comply with applicable federal and state laws governing online tracking and data collection, including the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA) and the California Privacy Rights Act (CPRA) for California residents, and the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) Act guidelines on consumer protection and online privacy.

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, provide a better user experience, and collect analytical information about how visitors use the site.

Cookies are created by the web server that hosts the website and are sent to your browser, where they are stored. When you return to the same website, your browser sends the cookie back to the server, allowing the site to recognize you and remember your preferences.

Cookies typically contain the following information:

• The name of the server that placed the cookie
• A unique identifier (a string of numbers and letters)
• The expiration date of the cookie
• Any preferences or settings associated with the cookie

It is important to understand that cookies by themselves cannot identify you personally — they simply recognize the device you are using. However, in combination with other information, cookies may be used to build a profile of your online activity.

2.1 First-Party vs. Third-Party Cookies

First-party cookies are set directly by us (Giordanos) when you visit our website. These cookies are primarily used to improve your experience on our site and ensure the site functions correctly.

Third-party cookies are set by external parties — such as advertising networks, analytics providers, and social media platforms — whose content appears on our website. These cookies allow those third parties to collect information about your browsing activity across different websites.

2.2 Session vs. Persistent Cookies

Session cookies are temporary and are deleted from your device when you close your browser. They are used to maintain your session as you navigate our website.

Persistent cookies remain on your device for a set period of time (or until you delete them manually). They are used to remember your preferences and recognize you when you return to our website.

3. How We Use Cookies

At Giordanos, we use cookies for a variety of purposes related to the operation and improvement of our food ordering and delivery website. These purposes include:

• Ensuring the website loads and functions correctly for all visitors
• Remembering items you have added to your cart or order
• Storing your login credentials (if applicable) so you do not need to re-enter them
• Analyzing how visitors interact with our website to identify areas for improvement
• Delivering relevant advertising content based on your interests and browsing behavior
• Enabling social media features and integrations
• Measuring the effectiveness of our marketing campaigns
• Complying with legal requirements and preventing fraudulent activity

4. Types of Cookies We Use

We categorize the cookies used on our website into four main types:

4.1 Essential Cookies

Essential cookies are strictly necessary for the operation of our website. Without these cookies, certain features of our site would not function, and you would not be able to use services such as placing food orders or navigating between pages. These cookies do not collect any personally identifiable information and cannot be disabled without significantly impacting your experience on our site.

Examples of what essential cookies do on our site include:

• Maintaining your session as you browse different pages
• Keeping items in your shopping cart as you navigate the site
• Ensuring secure transmission of data during checkout
• Storing your cookie consent preferences

4.2 Analytics and Performance Cookies

Analytics cookies help us understand how visitors interact with our website by collecting and reporting information anonymously. This data helps us improve the way our website works and ensures we are providing the best possible experience for our customers. We use Google Analytics, one of the most widely used analytics platforms, to gather this information.

The data collected by analytics cookies may include:

• Which pages you visit and how long you spend on each page
• How you arrived at our website (e.g., through a search engine or direct link)
• What type of device, browser, and operating system you are using
• Your approximate geographic location (at the city or regional level)
• Any errors you encounter while using our site

4.3 Functional Cookies

Functional cookies allow our website to remember choices you have made in the past, such as your preferred language, location, or layout settings. These cookies help us provide a more personalized experience and ensure you do not have to re-enter your preferences every time you visit our site.

Examples of functional cookies on our site include cookies that remember:

• Your delivery address or preferred pickup location
• Your preferred menu items or dietary preferences
• Whether you have previously dismissed certain notifications or banners

4.4 Advertising and Targeting Cookies

Advertising 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 to measure the effectiveness of our advertising campaigns. These cookies are usually placed by advertising networks with our permission.

Advertising cookies may track your browsing activity across our website and other websites to build a profile of your interests. This profile is then used to show you targeted advertisements on other websites and platforms.

We use Google Ads cookies and may also work with other advertising partners to deliver relevant content to you.

5. Specific Cookies Used on Our Website

The following table provides details about the specific cookies currently in use on giordanos-meal.top:

6. How to Manage and Disable Cookies

You have the right to decide whether to accept or reject cookies (with the exception of strictly essential cookies). There are several ways you can manage your cookie preferences:

6.1 Cookie Consent Banner

When you first visit our website, you will be presented with a cookie consent banner that allows you to accept or decline non-essential cookies. You can update your preferences at any time by visiting our cookie settings panel.

6.2 Browser Settings

Most web browsers allow you to control cookies through their settings preferences. You can set your browser to refuse all cookies, accept only certain types of cookies, or alert you when a cookie is being set. Please note that disabling cookies may affect the functionality of our website.

Below are links to cookie management instructions for the most commonly used browsers:

• Google Chrome: Go to Settings → Privacy and Security → Cookies and other site data
• Mozilla Firefox: Go to Options → Privacy & Security → Cookies and Site Data
• Apple Safari: Go to Preferences → Privacy → Manage Website Data
• Microsoft Edge: Go to Settings → Cookies and site permissions → Cookies and site data
• Opera: Go to Settings → Advanced → Privacy & Security → Site settings → Cookies

For mobile devices:

• iOS (Safari): Go to Settings → Safari → Privacy & Security
• Android (Chrome): Go to Chrome → Settings → Site settings → Cookies

6.3 Opt-Out Tools for Third-Party Cookies

You can opt out of third-party advertising and analytics cookies using the following tools and links:

• Google Analytics Opt-Out: Install the Google Analytics Opt-out Browser Add-on to prevent Google Analytics from collecting your data.
• Google Ads Personalization: Visit Google Ads Settings to manage or opt out of personalized advertising from Google.
• Facebook / Meta Ads: Visit Facebook Ad Preferences to manage your advertising preferences on Facebook and Instagram.
• 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 WebChoices Tool to manage your advertising preferences.
• YourOnlineChoices (EU/UK): Visit YourOnlineChoices to manage preferences for European advertising networks.

7. Impact of Disabling Cookies

While you have the right to disable or restrict cookies, please be aware that doing so may affect your experience on our website in the following ways:

8. 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. If you believe that a child under 13 has provided personal information through our website, please contact us immediately using the contact details below and we will take steps to delete such information.

9. Your Rights Under Applicable Law

Depending on your location, you may have specific rights regarding the personal data collected through cookies:

9.1 California Residents (CCPA/CPRA)

If you are a resident of California, you have rights under the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA) and the California Privacy Rights Act (CPRA), including:

• The right to know what personal information is being collected about you
• The right to know whether your personal information is being sold or disclosed
• The right to opt out of the sale or sharing of your personal information
• The right to request deletion of your personal information
• The right to non-discrimination for exercising your privacy rights
• The right to correct inaccurate personal information
• The right to limit the use and disclosure of sensitive personal information

To exercise any of these rights, please contact us using the information provided in Section 11.

9.2 All U.S. Residents

Under the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) Act, we are committed to fair information practices and transparency regarding the data we collect through cookies. We will not engage in deceptive or unfair practices with respect to your personal data.

10. Changes to This Cookie Policy

We reserve the right to update or modify this Cookie Policy at any time to reflect changes in our practices, the cookies we use, or applicable laws and regulations. When we make significant changes, 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 our website after the effective date of any changes constitutes your acceptance of the revised Cookie Policy.

11. Contact Us

If you have any questions, concerns, or requests regarding this Cookie Policy or our use of cookies, please do not hesitate to contact us: