Cookie Policy

Last Updated: March 18, 2026

1. Introduction

Welcome to Dions. We are a food service business committed to providing you with the best online experience when you visit our website at dionspizza.rest. Like most modern websites, we use cookies and similar tracking technologies to help our website function properly, improve your experience, and understand how visitors interact with our content.

This Cookie Policy is designed to give you clear and comprehensive information about the cookies we use, why we use them, and how you can control or disable them. We encourage you to read this policy carefully alongside our Privacy Policy and Terms of Service, which together govern your use of our website.

If you have any questions about this Cookie Policy or our data practices, please contact us at [email protected] or visit our website at dionspizza.rest.

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 their websites work more efficiently, provide reporting information, and deliver a better user experience.

Cookies are created by your web browser and stored on your device. When you return to the same website, the browser sends the cookie back to the website's server, allowing the website to recognize your device and remember your preferences or actions over time.

Cookies set by the website owner — in this case, Dions — are called "first-party cookies." Cookies set by parties other than the website owner are called "third-party cookies." Third-party cookies enable features or functionality provided by third parties, such as advertising networks, analytics providers, and social media platforms.

2.1 How Do Cookies Work?

When you visit dionspizza.rest, our web server sends a cookie to your browser. Your browser stores this cookie on your device. Each time you return to our website, your browser reads the cookie and sends the information back to our server or to the third-party server that originally set the cookie.

Cookies can be "session cookies" or "persistent cookies." Session cookies are temporary files that exist only during your current browsing session and are automatically deleted when you close your browser. Persistent cookies remain on your device for a set period of time or until you manually delete them.

2.2 Similar Tracking Technologies

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

  • Web Beacons (Pixel Tags): Small transparent images embedded in web pages or emails that track whether a page has been viewed or an email has been opened.
  • Local Storage: Similar to cookies, local storage allows websites to store data locally within your browser for improved performance.
  • Session Storage: Temporary data stored in your browser that is cleared when the browser session ends.
  • JavaScript Tags: Small pieces of code embedded in our website that collect information about your interactions and behavior.

3. Types of Cookies We Use

We categorize the cookies used on dionspizza.rest into four main types based on their purpose and function. Understanding these categories will help you make informed decisions about which cookies you wish to accept.

3.1 Strictly Necessary (Essential) Cookies

These cookies are essential for our website to function properly and cannot be disabled without affecting the core functionality of the site. They are usually set in response to actions you take, such as setting your privacy preferences, logging in, or filling in forms. You can configure your browser to block or alert you about these cookies, but some parts of the site may not work properly as a result.

Essential cookies do not store any personally identifiable information and are exempt from requiring your consent under applicable privacy laws.

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 most and least popular, how visitors navigate through the site, and whether they encounter any error messages. All information collected by these cookies is aggregated and therefore anonymous.

We primarily use Google Analytics to collect this data. Google Analytics is a web analytics service provided by Google LLC, 1600 Amphitheatre Parkway, Mountain View, CA 94043, USA. If you disable analytics cookies, we will not be able to monitor and improve the performance of our website.

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 us to remember choices you make, such as your preferred language, the region you are in, or your login details, and provide you with a more personalized experience.

If you disable functional cookies, some or all of these services may not function correctly, and you may need to re-enter your preferences each time you visit our website.

3.4 Advertising and Targeting Cookies

These cookies are 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 websites. 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 (formerly Google AdWords) to serve advertisements. These services use cookies to track conversions and serve relevant ads based on your past visits to our website and other websites.

4. Cookies Used on Our Website

The following table provides detailed information about the specific cookies used on dionspizza.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. 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 within a 24-hour period. Analytics 24 hours
_gat Google Analytics Used by Google Analytics to throttle request rate and limit data collection on high-traffic sites. Helps ensure data accuracy. Analytics 1 minute
_gcl_au Google Ads Used by Google AdSense to experiment 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 and store information about how visitors use the website for Google Analytics 4 reporting. Analytics 2 years
cookieconsent_status dionspizza.rest Stores the user's cookie consent preferences to avoid repeatedly displaying the cookie consent banner on subsequent visits. Essential 1 year
PHPSESSID dionspizza.rest Preserves user session state across page requests. Essential for maintaining shopping cart contents and user login states. Essential Session
_fbp Facebook (Meta) Used by Facebook to deliver advertisements when the visitor is on Facebook or a digital platform powered by Facebook Advertising, after visiting our website. Advertising 3 months
fr Facebook (Meta) Used by Facebook to deliver, measure, and improve the relevancy of ads. The cookie is used to display relevant advertisements to visitors and measure the effectiveness of advertising campaigns. Advertising 3 months
preferred_location dionspizza.rest Stores your preferred restaurant location or delivery area to provide a more personalized ordering experience on return visits. Functional 30 days
cart_token dionspizza.rest Stores a unique token to maintain the contents of your shopping cart between pages and across visits, allowing you to resume your order. Functional 7 days
user_preferences dionspizza.rest Remembers your dietary preferences, favorite menu items, and display settings to personalize your browsing experience. Functional 6 months

5. How to Manage and Disable Cookies

You have the right to decide whether to accept or reject cookies (except for strictly necessary cookies, which are required for our website to function). You can exercise your cookie preferences in several ways:

5.1 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 cookies, or alert you when cookies are being sent. Please note that if you disable cookies, some features of our website may not function correctly.

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

  • Google Chrome: Settings → Privacy and Security → Cookies and Other Site Data. Visit: support.google.com/chrome/answer/95647
  • Mozilla Firefox: Options → Privacy and Security → Cookies and Site Data. Visit: support.mozilla.org
  • Apple Safari: Preferences → Privacy → Manage Website Data. Visit: support.apple.com
  • Microsoft Edge: Settings → Cookies and Site Permissions → Manage and Delete Cookies. Visit: support.microsoft.com
  • Opera: Settings → Advanced → Privacy and Security → Site Settings → Cookies. Visit: help.opera.com

5.2 Opt-Out Tools for Third-Party Cookies

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

Google Analytics Opt-Out

You can prevent Google Analytics from tracking your visits by installing the Google Analytics Opt-out Browser Add-on.

Install Google Analytics Opt-out Add-on
Google Ads Opt-Out

You can opt out of personalized Google advertising through Google's Ads Settings or the Network Advertising Initiative opt-out page.

Google Ads Settings
Facebook (Meta) Opt-Out

You can manage your Facebook advertising preferences and opt out of interest-based ads through your Facebook account settings.

Facebook Ad Preferences
Network Advertising Initiative

The NAI provides a comprehensive opt-out tool that allows you to opt out of interest-based advertising from multiple member companies at once.

NAI Opt-Out Tool
Digital Advertising Alliance

The DAA's WebChoices tool allows you to opt out of online behavioral advertising from participating companies.

DAA WebChoices Tool
Your Ad Choices (YourAdChoices)

A platform operated by the Digital Advertising Alliance (DAA) that provides tools to control interest-based advertising across the web.

Visit YourAdChoices

5.3 Mobile Device Settings

If you access our website from a mobile device, you can control interest-based advertising through your device's operating system settings:

  • iOS (iPhone/iPad): Go to Settings → Privacy → Advertising → Limit Ad Tracking.
  • Android: Go to Settings → Google → Ads → Opt out of Ads Personalization.

6. Impact of Disabling Cookies

While you have the right to control and disable cookies on our website, it is important to understand that doing so may affect your experience and the functionality available to you. Below is a summary of the potential impacts of disabling different types of cookies:

Cookie Type Impact if Disabled
Essential Cookies Core website functions will break. You may be unable to place orders, maintain a shopping cart, or navigate certain secure areas of our site. We strongly recommend keeping these enabled.
Analytics Cookies We will be unable to track website performance and understand how visitors use our site. This means we will have limited ability to improve and optimize the user experience. Your browsing experience will not be directly affected.
Functional Cookies Features such as saved preferences, remembered delivery locations, and cart persistence may not work. You may need to re-enter your preferences each time you visit our website.
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 shown may be less tailored to you.

7. Your Privacy Rights Under U.S. Law

As a business operating in the United States, we are committed to complying with all applicable federal and state privacy laws governing the use of cookies and similar tracking technologies.

If you are a resident of California, you have specific rights under the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA) and the California Privacy Rights Act (CPRA), including the right to know what personal information is collected through cookies, the right to opt out of the sale or sharing of your personal information, and the right to delete your personal information. Please refer to our Privacy Policy for more information on how to exercise these rights.

Additionally, the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) Act prohibits unfair or deceptive acts and practices in commerce, including in the context of online data collection. We are committed to being transparent about our cookie practices and providing you with meaningful choices about how your data is used.

To exercise any of your privacy rights or to opt out of the sale or sharing of personal information collected through cookies, please contact us at [email protected].

8. Updates to This Cookie Policy

We reserve the right to update this Cookie Policy at any time to reflect changes in technology, applicable laws, or our business practices. When we make material changes to this policy, we will update the "Last Updated" date at the top of this page and, where appropriate, notify you by posting a prominent notice on our website or sending you an email notification.

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 the posting of changes to this policy constitutes your acceptance of such changes.

9. Third-Party Websites and Services

Our website may contain links to third-party websites, services, and social media platforms. Please be aware that this Cookie Policy applies only to dionspizza.rest and does not cover the cookie practices of any third-party websites or services you may access through links on our site.

We encourage you to review the cookie policies and privacy policies of any third-party websites you visit, as we have no control over and are not responsible for their practices. Common third parties whose services we integrate and whose cookies you may encounter include:

10. Contact Us

If you have any questions, concerns, or requests regarding this Cookie Policy, our use of cookies, or your privacy rights, please do not hesitate to contact us using the information below. We are committed to addressing your inquiries promptly and transparently.

Contact Information — Dions

We aim to respond to all cookie-related inquiries within 5 business days. For privacy rights requests, please allow up to 45 days for a complete response in accordance with applicable law.