Cookie Policy

Effective Date: May 10, 2026  |  Last Updated: May 10, 2026

1. Introduction

Welcome to Dave's Hot Chicken ("we," "us," or "our"). We operate the website daves-chicken.rest and are committed to being transparent about how we collect and use data related to your browsing experience. This Cookie Policy is designed to help you understand what cookies are, how we use them, and what 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. By accessing or using daves-chicken.rest, you acknowledge that you have read and understood this Cookie Policy.

If you have any questions about our use of cookies or other tracking technologies, please contact us using the information 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 their websites work, or to work more efficiently, as well as to provide reporting information and personalized experiences.

Cookies are created by the web server and sent to your browser, where they are stored. Each time you revisit the same website, your browser sends the cookie back to the server, allowing the website to recognize your device and remember certain information about your visit, such as your preferences, shopping cart contents, or login status.

Cookies set by the website owner (in this case, Dave's Hot Chicken) 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-party services (e.g., advertising, interactive content, and analytics) to be delivered on or through our website.

2.1 How Do Cookies Work?

When you visit daves-chicken.rest for the first time, our website sends a cookie to your browser. Your browser then stores this cookie on your device's hard drive. On subsequent visits, your browser sends the stored cookie back to our server. This process allows us to recognize your browser and provide you with a personalized experience.

Cookies can remain on your device for different lengths of time, depending on whether they are "session cookies" or "persistent cookies":

  • Session Cookies: These cookies are temporary and are automatically deleted from your device when you close your browser. They are used to maintain continuity during a single browsing session.
  • Persistent Cookies: These cookies remain on your device for a set period of time after your browser session ends. They are activated each time you visit the website that created that particular cookie.

3. Similar Tracking Technologies

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

  • Web Beacons (Pixel Tags): Tiny graphic images embedded in web pages or emails that allow us to track whether a user has visited a particular web page or opened an email.
  • Local Storage: A web storage feature that allows websites to store data locally within a user's browser, similar to cookies but with greater storage capacity.
  • JavaScript Tags: Small snippets of code embedded in our website that allow third-party services such as Google Analytics to collect data about your browsing behavior.
  • Fingerprinting: A technique that uses a combination of browser and device attributes to identify users across sessions, even when cookies are not available.

For simplicity, we refer to all of these technologies collectively as "cookies" throughout this policy.

4. Types of Cookies We Use

We use the following categories of cookies on daves-chicken.rest:

4.1 Strictly Necessary / Essential Cookies

These cookies are essential for the operation of our website and cannot be switched off in our systems. They are usually set in response to actions made by you, such as setting your privacy preferences, logging in, or filling in forms. Without these cookies, services you have asked for cannot be provided. You can set your browser to block or alert you about these cookies, but some parts of the website will not function properly as a result.

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 understand which pages are the most and least popular, and see how visitors move around our website. 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 website and will not be able to monitor its performance.

4.3 Functional Cookies

These cookies enable our website to provide enhanced functionality and personalization based on your interactions. 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, and your experience on our website may be diminished.

4.4 Advertising and Targeting Cookies

These cookies may be 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.

5. Specific Cookies We Use

The table below provides detailed information about the specific cookies used on daves-chicken.rest, including their name, purpose, type, and duration:

Cookie Name Provider Purpose Type Duration
_session_id Dave's Hot Chicken Maintains your session state across page requests, ensuring a seamless browsing experience on our website. Essential Session
cookie_consent Dave's Hot Chicken Stores your cookie consent preferences so you are not asked for consent on every visit. Essential 12 months
cart_id Dave's Hot Chicken Remembers items you have added to your online order or cart during your visit to our website. Essential / Functional 30 days
user_preferences Dave's Hot Chicken Stores your website preferences, such as language settings and location-based restaurant selection. Functional 6 months
_ga Google Analytics Registers a unique ID that is used to generate statistical data on how you use our website. Used to distinguish users and track website sessions. Analytics 2 years
_gid Google Analytics Registers a unique ID that is used to generate statistical data on how you use our website. Used to distinguish users within a 24-hour period. Analytics 24 hours
_gat Google Analytics Used to throttle request rate to Google Analytics, limiting the amount of data collected on high-traffic websites. Analytics 1 minute
_gcl_au Google Ads Used by Google AdSense to experiment with advertisement efficiency across websites using their services. Helps track conversions from Google Ads campaigns. 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. Tracks visits across websites to build user profiles. Advertising 3 months
fr Facebook / Meta Used by Facebook to deliver, measure, and improve the relevance of ads. Contains a unique browser and user ID combination for targeted advertising. Advertising 3 months
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, for the purpose of measuring the efficacy of an ad. Advertising 13 months
NID Google Registers a unique ID to remember your preferences and other information, such as preferred language and number of search results shown. Functional / Advertising 6 months

6. Third-Party Cookies and Services

We use several third-party services on our website that may set cookies on your device independently of us. These include:

6.1 Google Analytics

We use Google Analytics, a web analytics service provided by Google LLC, to help us understand how visitors use our website. Google Analytics uses cookies to collect information about your use of our website, including your IP address, browser type, the pages you visit, and the duration of your visit. This information is transmitted to and stored by Google on servers in the United States. Google uses this information for the purpose of evaluating your use of our website, compiling reports on website activity, and providing other services relating to website activity and internet usage to us.

For more information about Google Analytics cookies, please visit: Google Analytics Cookie Usage.

6.2 Google Ads

We use Google Ads to deliver targeted advertising to users who have visited our website. Google Ads uses cookies, including the _gcl_au conversion tracking cookie, to help us measure the effectiveness of our advertising campaigns and to show you ads that are relevant to your interests on other websites across the internet.

6.3 Facebook / Meta Pixel

We use the Facebook Pixel, a piece of code from Facebook (Meta Platforms, Inc.) that allows us to measure the effectiveness of our advertising by understanding the actions people take on our website. The Facebook Pixel may set cookies on your device to track your activity on our website and across other websites where Facebook advertising is displayed.

7. How to Manage and Control Cookies

You have the right to decide whether to accept or reject cookies (other than strictly necessary cookies, which are required for our website to function). There are several ways you can manage your cookie preferences:

7.1 Cookie Consent Tool

When you first visit daves-chicken.rest, you will be presented with a cookie consent banner that allows you to accept or decline non-essential cookies. You can change your preferences at any time by clicking the "Cookie Settings" link available on our website.

7.2 Browser Settings

Most web browsers allow you to control cookies through their settings. You can set your browser to refuse cookies, delete specific cookies, or alert you when a website attempts to set a cookie. The following links provide instructions for managing cookies in the most popular browsers:

Please note that if you use different devices or browsers to access our website, you will need to manage your cookie settings on each device and browser separately.

7.3 Opt-Out Tools for Third-Party Advertising

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

  • Google Analytics Opt-Out: Download and install the Google Analytics Opt-out Browser Add-on to prevent your data from being collected by Google Analytics.
  • Google Ads Opt-Out: Visit Google Ad Settings to manage or opt out of personalized advertising from Google.
  • Facebook/Meta Opt-Out: Visit your Facebook Ad Preferences to manage how Facebook uses your data for advertising.
  • Network Advertising Initiative (NAI): Visit the NAI Opt-Out Tool to opt out of interest-based advertising from NAI member companies.
  • Digital Advertising Alliance (DAA): Visit AboutAds.info to opt out of interest-based advertising from DAA member companies.
  • Your Online Choices (for EU/EEA users): Visit Your Online Choices for additional opt-out options.

8. Impact of Disabling Cookies

While you have the right to disable cookies at any time, please be aware that doing so may affect the functionality and performance of our website. The following outlines the potential impacts of disabling different types of cookies:

Cookie Type Impact of Disabling
Essential Cookies The website may not function properly. You may be unable to complete online orders, access secure areas, or use core website features. We strongly recommend keeping these enabled.
Analytics Cookies We will be unable to collect data about how you use our website, which may limit our ability to improve and optimize the user experience. Your browsing experience will not be directly affected.
Functional Cookies Certain features and personalization options may not work correctly. You may need to re-enter your preferences each time you visit, such as your preferred restaurant location or language settings.
Advertising Cookies You will still see advertisements, but they will be less relevant to your interests. Disabling these cookies will not reduce the number of ads you see, only their relevance to you.

9. Your Rights Under Applicable Law

Depending on your location, you may have certain rights regarding the use of cookies and your personal data. As a business operating in the United States, we are committed to complying with applicable federal and state privacy laws, including:

  • California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA) / California Privacy Rights Act (CPRA): If you are a California resident, you have the right to know what personal information is collected about you, the right to opt out of the sale or sharing of your personal information, and the right to request deletion of your personal information. Cookies may constitute personal information under the CCPA/CPRA. To exercise your rights, please contact us using the information provided below.
  • Federal Trade Commission (FTC) Act: We comply with FTC guidelines regarding transparency in online tracking practices and behavioral advertising. We are committed to not engaging in deceptive or unfair practices related to the collection and use of your data through cookies.

To exercise any applicable rights, or if you have questions about how we handle your data in relation to cookies, please contact our team directly at [email protected].

10. Do Not Track (DNT) Signals

Some browsers include a "Do Not Track" (DNT) feature that signals to websites that you do not want your online activity to be tracked. Currently, there is no universally accepted standard for how websites should respond to DNT signals, and our website does not currently alter its data collection and use practices in response to DNT signals from your browser.

We will continue to monitor developments in this area and update our practices accordingly if a standard is established.

11. Children's Privacy

Our website is not directed to children under the age of 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13 through the use of cookies or any other means. If you are a parent or guardian and believe that your child has provided us with personal data through cookies or other tracking technologies, please contact us immediately at [email protected] so that we can take appropriate steps to remove such information.

12. Changes to This Cookie Policy

We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time to reflect changes in technology, applicable law, or our business practices. When we make changes, we will update the "Last Updated" date at the top of this page. In some cases, we may provide additional notice, such as posting a notification on our website or sending you an email.

We encourage you to periodically review this Cookie Policy to stay informed about our use of cookies and related technologies. Your continued use of daves-chicken.rest after any changes to this Cookie Policy constitutes your acceptance of the updated policy.

13. 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:

Dave's Hot Chicken

We will endeavor to respond to all legitimate requests within a reasonable timeframe. If you are not satisfied with our response, you may also have the right to lodge a complaint with the relevant data protection authority in your jurisdiction.