Cookie Policy
Last Updated: March 20, 2026
1. Introduction
Welcome to Anthony's Coal Fired Pizza's Cookie Policy. This policy applies to the website anthonys-coalpizza.digital and is designed to help you understand what cookies are, how we use them, what types of cookies we deploy, and how you can manage your cookie preferences.
At Anthony's Coal Fired Pizza, we are committed to being transparent about the technologies we use on our website. Whether you are browsing our menu, placing an online order, or simply exploring our offerings, your privacy matters to us. This Cookie 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 this Cookie Policy, you can contact us at any time 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 improve the user experience, and to provide reporting information about how visitors interact with the site.
Cookies are created by the web server and sent to your browser, where they are stored. When you return to that website — or visit another website that recognizes the same cookie — the website can read the stored cookie and use the information contained within it.
Cookies do not typically contain personally identifiable information, but personal data that we store about you may be linked to the information stored in and obtained from cookies. Cookies cannot be used to run programs or deliver viruses to your computer. They are uniquely assigned to you and can only be read by a web server in the domain that issued the cookie to you.
2.1 First-Party vs. Third-Party Cookies
There are two main categories of cookies based on who sets them:
- First-Party Cookies: These are cookies set directly by Anthony's Coal Fired Pizza (the website you are visiting). They are used to remember your preferences and to enhance your browsing experience on our website.
- Third-Party Cookies: These are cookies set by a domain other than the one you are visiting. For example, when we embed analytics or advertising tools from companies like Google or Meta (Facebook), those third parties may set their own cookies on your device.
2.2 Session vs. Persistent Cookies
- Session Cookies: These cookies are temporary and are deleted from your device when you close your browser. They are used to keep track of your movements from page to page during a single browsing session.
- Persistent Cookies: These cookies remain on your device for a set period of time (or until you delete them). They help the website remember your preferences and settings each time you visit.
3. How We Use Cookies
Anthony's Coal Fired Pizza uses cookies for a variety of important purposes, including but not limited to:
- Website Functionality: To ensure our website operates correctly, including features like online ordering, shopping carts, and login sessions.
- Performance and Analytics: To understand how visitors interact with our website, which pages are most popular, and how we can improve the overall user experience.
- Personalization: To remember your preferences such as language settings, location, and previously viewed menu items so we can tailor your experience.
- Marketing and Advertising: To deliver relevant advertisements to you on our website and on third-party platforms, and to measure the effectiveness of our marketing campaigns.
- Security: To protect our website and users from fraudulent activity and unauthorized access.
4. Types of Cookies We Use
We categorize the cookies used on anthonys-coalpizza.digital into the following four types:
4.1 Essential / Strictly Necessary Cookies
These cookies are fundamental to the operation of our website. Without these cookies, core features such as secure login areas, online ordering, and shopping cart functionality would not work. Because they are strictly necessary, these cookies cannot be disabled through our cookie management tools. However, you can set your browser to block them, though doing so may cause parts of the website to stop functioning correctly.
Essential cookies help us:
- Maintain your session while you navigate between pages
- Remember items you have added to your cart or order
- Ensure security and prevent fraudulent activity
- Comply with legal and regulatory obligations
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 the site. 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 site and will not be able to monitor its performance.
We primarily use Google Analytics to collect this data. Google Analytics uses cookies to track user interactions and generate statistical reports. The data collected includes information such as how long you spend on our website, which pages you visit, what device and browser you are using, and how you arrived at our site.
4.3 Functional / Preference Cookies
These cookies enable our website to provide enhanced functionality and personalization based on your choices. 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 features may not function properly.
Functional cookies help us:
- Remember your location to show relevant restaurant information and delivery options
- Store your preferences, such as dietary filters or saved menu favorites
- Enable social media sharing features
- Remember your communication preferences, such as whether you have signed up for our newsletter
4.4 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 work by uniquely identifying your browser and internet device. If you do not allow these cookies, you will experience less targeted advertising; however, you will still see advertisements — they just may be less relevant to you.
We use advertising cookies in connection with platforms including Google Ads and Meta (Facebook) to:
- Retarget you with relevant promotions and offers from Anthony's Coal Fired Pizza
- Measure the effectiveness and reach of our advertising campaigns
- Limit how many times you see the same advertisement
- Understand how users interact with our advertisements
5. Specific Cookies Used on This Website
The following table provides detailed information about the specific cookies currently in use on anthonys-coalpizza.digital:
| 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 across pages. | 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 manage the volume of requests to Google Analytics servers. | Analytics | 1 Minute |
_gcl_au |
Google Ads (AdSense) | Used by Google AdSense for experimenting with advertisement efficiency across websites using their services. Tracks conversions and ad campaign performance. | Advertising | 3 Months |
_fbp |
Meta (Facebook) | Used by Facebook to deliver a series of advertisement products such as real-time bidding from third-party advertisers. Helps track visits across websites. | Advertising | 3 Months |
_fbc |
Meta (Facebook) | Stores the last ad click for attribution purposes within Facebook advertising products. | Advertising | 2 Years |
PHPSESSID |
anthonys-coalpizza.digital | Preserves user session state across page requests. Essential for maintaining your session while browsing and ordering online. | Essential | Session |
cart_session |
anthonys-coalpizza.digital | Stores items added to your online order cart so they persist as you navigate between pages on our website. | Essential | Session |
user_prefs |
anthonys-coalpizza.digital | Remembers user preferences such as selected location, dietary filters, and display preferences to improve your experience on return visits. | Functional | 6 Months |
cookie_consent |
anthonys-coalpizza.digital | Stores your cookie consent preferences so that you are not asked to accept or decline cookies on every visit. | Essential | 1 Year |
lang_pref |
anthonys-coalpizza.digital | Saves your preferred language setting for the website so you receive content in your chosen language on future visits. | Functional | 1 Year |
_ga_[ID] |
Google Analytics (GA4) | Used to persist session state and count user sessions in Google Analytics 4 (GA4). Collects data on how visitors use the website including page views and interactions. | Analytics | 2 Years |
6. How to Manage and Disable Cookies
You have several options for controlling and managing cookies. Please note that disabling certain cookies may affect the functionality of our website and your overall user experience.
6.1 Browser Settings
Most web browsers allow you to control cookies through their settings. You can configure your browser to refuse all cookies, accept only certain types of cookies, or to alert you when a cookie is being set. The steps to manage cookies vary by browser. Please refer to the instructions for your specific browser below:
- Google Chrome: Go to Settings > Privacy and Security > Cookies and other site data. You can block all cookies, block third-party cookies, or manage exceptions for specific websites.
- Mozilla Firefox: Go to Options > Privacy & Security > Enhanced Tracking Protection. You can choose your level of tracking protection and manage cookie exceptions.
- Apple Safari: Go to Preferences > Privacy. You can block all cookies or block cross-site tracking cookies.
- Microsoft Edge: Go to Settings > Cookies and site permissions > Cookies and site data. You can block third-party cookies or manage exceptions.
- Opera: Go to Settings > Advanced > Privacy & Security > Cookies. You can set your preferred cookie handling rules.
For more detailed instructions on managing cookies in other browsers, please visit www.aboutcookies.org or www.allaboutcookies.org.
6.2 Opt-Out Tools and Links
In addition to browser settings, you can use the following tools and links to opt out of specific types of cookie-based tracking and advertising:
| Service | Opt-Out Tool | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Google Analytics | Google Analytics Opt-out Browser Add-on | Install this browser add-on to prevent your data from being used by Google Analytics across all websites. |
| Google Ads | Google Ad Settings | Manage your Google ad personalization preferences and opt out of personalized advertising from Google. |
| Meta / Facebook | Facebook Ad Preferences | Control how Facebook uses your data for advertising, including interest-based and off-Facebook activity settings. |
| Network Advertising Initiative (NAI) | NAI Opt-Out Tool | Opt out of targeted advertising from multiple advertising networks through a single interface. |
| Digital Advertising Alliance (DAA) | DAA Opt-Out Tool | Exercise opt-out choices for interest-based advertising from participating DAA member companies. |
| Your Online Choices (EU) | Your Online Choices | Manage your online advertising preferences across multiple advertising organizations. |
6.3 Mobile Device Settings
If you access our website via a mobile device, you can also manage advertising and tracking preferences through your device's operating system settings:
- iOS (Apple): Go to Settings > Privacy & Security > Tracking to manage app tracking permissions. You can also enable "Limit Ad Tracking" in your advertising settings.
- Android (Google): Go to Settings > Google > Ads to opt out of personalized ads or reset your advertising ID.
7. Impact of Disabling Cookies
While you have every right to disable or restrict cookies, please be aware that doing so may have a significant impact on your experience when using our website. The following outlines what may happen if you choose to disable specific types of cookies:
If you disable Essential Cookies:
- You may not be able to complete online orders or reservations
- Your shopping cart items may not be saved as you navigate between pages
- You may not be able to log into your account (if applicable)
- Certain security features may not function correctly
- The website may not display or operate as intended
If you disable Analytics Cookies:
- We will not be able to track and improve website performance based on your usage
- Your visit will not be included in aggregate usage statistics
- No significant impact on your ability to use the website's core features
If you disable Functional Cookies:
- Your preferences (location, dietary filters, language) will not be saved between visits
- You may need to re-enter preferences each time you visit our website
- Some personalized features may not be available
If you disable Advertising Cookies:
- You will still see advertisements, but they will not be tailored to your interests
- You may see the same ads more frequently as frequency capping won't apply
- We will be less able to measure the effectiveness of our marketing efforts
8. Cookies and United States Privacy Laws
Our use of cookies is governed by applicable United States privacy laws, 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 information, including the right to know what personal data is collected about you, the right to delete your personal data, and the right to opt out of the sale or sharing of your personal data. Cookies that collect personal information may be subject to these rights. Please refer to our Privacy Policy for full details on exercising your California privacy rights.
- The FTC Act: The Federal Trade Commission Act governs unfair or deceptive trade practices. Our cookie practices comply with FTC guidance on online behavioral advertising, including providing clear notice of data collection practices and honoring user opt-out requests.
- CAN-SPAM Act: To the extent our cookies are used in connection with email marketing, we comply with the requirements of the CAN-SPAM Act.
- Children's Online Privacy Protection Act (COPPA): 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.
We are committed to transparency and compliance with all applicable federal and state laws governing the use of cookies and online tracking technologies. If you believe your privacy rights have been violated, you have the right to file a complaint with the appropriate regulatory authority.
9. Do Not Track Signals
Some web browsers offer a "Do Not Track" (DNT) feature that signals to websites that you do not want your online activity tracked. At this time, 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 browser signals. However, you can use the cookie management tools described in Section 6 above to limit or opt out of tracking on our website.
10. Changes to This Cookie Policy
We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time to reflect changes in the cookies we use, changes in technology, changes in applicable laws, or for other operational, legal, or regulatory reasons. Any changes will become effective immediately upon posting the updated Cookie Policy on our website, with the "Last Updated" date revised accordingly.
We encourage you to review this Cookie Policy periodically to stay informed about how we use cookies. If we make material changes to the way we use cookies, we will notify you by placing a prominent notice on our website or by contacting you directly where appropriate.
Your continued use of anthonys-coalpizza.digital after the posting of any changes to this Cookie Policy constitutes your acceptance of those 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. We are happy to assist you and address any concerns you may have.
- Company: Anthony's Coal Fired Pizza
- Email: [email protected]
- Website: anthonys-coalpizza.digital
When contacting us about this Cookie Policy, please include "Cookie Policy Inquiry" in the subject line of your email to help us route your request to the appropriate team member. We aim to respond to all inquiries within 10 business days.