Cookie Policy

Last Updated: June 29, 2026

Important Notice: By continuing to use giordanosgrill.click, you consent to the use of cookies as described in this Cookie Policy. Please read this document carefully to understand how we use cookies and how you can manage your preferences.

1. Introduction

Welcome to Giordanos ("we," "us," or "our"). This Cookie Policy explains what cookies are, how we use them on our website giordanosgrill.click (the "Website"), what types of cookies we deploy, and how you can control your cookie preferences.

We are committed to being transparent about the data we collect through cookies and similar tracking technologies. This policy should be read alongside our Privacy Policy, which provides broader information about how we collect and process personal data in connection with our food services.

This Cookie Policy applies to all visitors, users, and customers who access or interact with our Website. By using our Website, you acknowledge that you have read and understood this policy.

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, or to work more efficiently, as well as to provide reporting information and enable personalized experiences.

Cookies are created by the web server hosting a website and are delivered to your browser. The browser then stores the cookie on your device. When you return to the same website, your browser sends the cookie back to the server, allowing the website to recognize you and remember your preferences.

Cookies do not typically contain personally identifiable information on their own, but they may be linked to personal information we hold about you. They are not programs and cannot be used to run software or deliver viruses to your device.

2.1 How Cookies Work

When you visit giordanosgrill.click, our web server sends a cookie to your browser. Your browser stores this cookie locally on your device. On subsequent visits to our Website, your browser automatically sends the stored cookie back to our server, allowing us to:

Recognize you as a returning visitor
Remember your preferences and settings
Understand how you interact with our Website
Provide you with a more personalized experience
Measure and analyze website traffic and performance
Deliver relevant advertising content

2.2 Types of Cookies by Duration

Cookies can be categorized based on how long they remain on your device:

Session Cookies: These are temporary cookies that exist only while your browser is open. They are automatically deleted when you close your browser. Session cookies are used to track your activity within a single browsing session.
Persistent Cookies: These cookies remain on your device for a set period of time (specified in the cookie) or until you manually delete them. They are activated each time you visit the website that created them.

2.3 Types of Cookies by Origin

First-Party Cookies: These are cookies set directly by our Website (giordanosgrill.click) and can only be read by our site.
Third-Party Cookies: These are cookies set by external parties, such as Google Analytics, advertising networks, or social media platforms, that appear on our Website through our use of their services.

3. Categories of Cookies We Use

We use the following categories of cookies on our Website. Each category serves a distinct purpose, and some are essential for the basic functioning of our Website while others are optional and enhance your experience.

3.1 Strictly Necessary / Essential Cookies

These cookies are required for the Website to function properly. They enable core functionality such as page navigation, access to secure areas, and maintaining the security of the Website. The Website cannot function properly without these cookies, and they cannot be switched off in our systems.

Essential cookies do not collect personally identifiable information and are not used for tracking purposes. They are typically set in response to actions you take, such as setting your privacy preferences, logging in, or filling in forms related to our food ordering services.

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 to understand which pages are the most and least popular and see how visitors navigate around our site. All information collected by these cookies is aggregated and therefore anonymous.

We use Google Analytics to collect this information. 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.

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 or location) and provide enhanced, more personal features.

For our food-related services, functional cookies may remember items you have placed in your cart, your delivery address preferences, or your dietary preference settings. If you do not allow these cookies, some or all of these services may not function properly.

3.4 Advertising and Targeting Cookies

Advertising cookies are used to deliver advertisements that are relevant to you and your interests. They may be used to build a profile of your interests and show you relevant advertisements on our Website and on other websites you visit. They do not store directly personal information but are based on uniquely identifying your browser and internet device.

We use Google Ads and related advertising platforms to display targeted advertisements about our food offerings. If you do not allow these cookies, you will experience less targeted advertising.

4. Specific Cookies We Use

The following table provides detailed information about the specific cookies used on giordanosgrill.click, including their names, purposes, types, and duration:

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 rate, limiting data collection on high-traffic websites. Helps manage the rate of requests to the Google Analytics server.	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 and ad interactions.	Advertising	3 months
`_ga_[ID]`	Google Analytics (GA4)	Used to persist session state. Collects data on visitor behavior and website usage for analytics purposes in Google Analytics 4.	Analytics	2 years
`cookieconsent_status`	Giordanos	Stores the user's cookie consent preferences so the consent banner is not shown on every visit.	Essential	1 year
`session_id`	Giordanos	Maintains your session while you navigate through the Website, ensuring continuity across page views. Essential for the cart and ordering functionality.	Essential	Session
`cart_token`	Giordanos	Stores information about items you have added to your cart so they persist between visits to our food ordering platform.	Functional	7 days
`user_preferences`	Giordanos	Remembers your preferences such as location, dietary filters, and display settings to provide a personalized browsing experience.	Functional	6 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.	Advertising	3 months
`fr`	Facebook / Meta	Used by Facebook to deliver, measure, and improve the relevancy of ads. Contains a unique browser and user ID combination.	Advertising	3 months
`CONSENT`	Google	Used to detect if the visitor has accepted the marketing and analytics category in the cookie banner. Enables Google services to function appropriately.	Essential	2 years
`NID`	Google	Registers a unique ID that identifies a returning user's device. Used for targeted advertising and to remember user preferences for Google services.	Advertising	6 months

5. Legal Basis for Using Cookies

In the United States, the use of cookies and similar tracking technologies is governed by various federal and state laws. As a food business operating in the United States, we comply with:

The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) Act: We adhere to the FTC's guidelines on online privacy and transparency, ensuring that our cookie practices are clearly disclosed to users.
California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA) / California Privacy Rights Act (CPRA): For visitors from California, we honor all rights granted under the CCPA and CPRA, including the right to know what personal information is collected, the right to delete personal information, and the right to opt out of the sale or sharing of personal information. Cookies that track users across websites may constitute a "sale" or "sharing" of personal information under California law.
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 information from children.

For strictly necessary cookies, we rely on our legitimate interest in operating our Website. For analytics, functional, and advertising cookies, we rely on your consent, which you can withdraw at any time.

6. How to Manage and Control Cookies

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

6.1 Cookie Consent Tool

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 modify your preferences at any time by accessing our cookie settings panel, typically available through a link in the footer of our Website.

6.2 Browser Settings

Most web browsers allow you to control cookies through their settings. You can set your browser to refuse all cookies, accept only first-party cookies, or notify you when a cookie is being set. Below are instructions for managing cookies in the most commonly used browsers:

Google Chrome: Go to Settings → Privacy and Security → Cookies and other site data. You can block all cookies or manage exceptions for specific sites.
Mozilla Firefox: Go to Options → Privacy & Security → Cookies and Site Data. You can choose to block all cookies or manage exceptions.
Microsoft Edge: Go to Settings → Cookies and site permissions → Cookies and data stored. You can block all cookies or configure per-site settings.
Apple Safari: Go to Preferences → Privacy → Cookies and website data. You can block all cookies or manage website-specific settings.
Opera: Go to Settings → Advanced → Privacy & Security → Cookies. You can manage cookie permissions on a per-site basis.

Please note that if you choose to block all cookies through your browser settings, some parts of our Website — particularly our food ordering and cart features — may not function correctly.

6.3 Opt-Out Tools for Specific Cookie Types

In addition to browser-level controls, you can use the following third-party opt-out tools to manage specific types of cookies:

Google Analytics Opt-Out

To prevent Google Analytics from collecting your data, you can install the Google Analytics Opt-Out Browser Add-on, available at:

https://tools.google.com/dlpage/gaoptout

This add-on instructs the Google Analytics JavaScript to prohibit sending information to Google Analytics servers.

Google Ads Personalization Opt-Out

You can manage your Google Ads personalization settings and opt out of interest-based advertising through Google's Ads Settings page:

https://adssettings.google.com

You can also visit the Google Privacy & Terms page for more information: https://policies.google.com/privacy

Facebook / Meta Advertising Opt-Out

To opt out of Facebook's targeted advertising, you can visit your Facebook Ad Preferences page (requires a Facebook account):

https://www.facebook.com/adpreferences

You can also visit the Facebook Cookie Policy at: https://www.facebook.com/policies/cookies/

Network Advertising Initiative (NAI) Opt-Out

You can opt out of multiple advertising networks simultaneously by using the NAI opt-out tool:

https://optout.networkadvertising.org

Digital Advertising Alliance (DAA) Opt-Out

For additional control over interest-based advertising, visit the DAA's opt-out page:

https://optout.aboutads.info

7. Impact of Disabling Cookies

While you have the right to disable or delete cookies at any time, it is important to understand the potential impact this may have on your experience when using our Website and food services:

7.1 If You Disable Essential Cookies

Warning: Disabling essential cookies will significantly impact your ability to use our Website. The following features may stop working:

You may be unable to add items to your cart or complete food orders
Login and account authentication may fail
Security features protecting your account may be compromised
Basic page navigation may be disrupted

7.2 If You Disable Analytics Cookies

Disabling analytics cookies means we will be unable to track your visit as part of our website performance measurement. While this will not affect your ability to browse our Website or place food orders, it means we will have less information to improve our Website and services for all users. Your browsing experience will remain largely unchanged.

7.3 If You Disable Functional Cookies

Disabling functional cookies may result in the following limitations:

Your cart contents may not be saved between sessions
Your location and delivery address preferences will not be remembered
Your dietary preference filters will reset on each visit
Language and display settings may not be retained
Personalized menu recommendations may not be available

7.4 If You Disable Advertising Cookies

Disabling advertising cookies means you will still see advertisements, but they will be less relevant to your interests and preferences. You may see generic food industry advertisements rather than those related to our specific Giordanos offerings. This does not reduce the number of advertisements you see; it only affects their relevance to you.

8. Do Not Track Signals

Some web browsers include a "Do Not Track" (DNT) feature that signals to websites that you do not want to be tracked. Currently, there is no universal standard for how websites should respond to DNT signals. At this time, our Website does not specifically respond to DNT browser signals. However, you can use the opt-out tools listed in Section 6.3 to control tracking at a more granular level.

For California residents, please note that under the CCPA/CPRA, you have the right to opt out of the sale or sharing of your personal information, which includes data collected through certain advertising cookies. To exercise this right, please contact us using the information provided in Section 10.

9. Updates to This Cookie Policy

We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices, technology, legal requirements, or for other operational reasons. When we make material changes, we will update the "Last Updated" date at the top of this policy and, where appropriate, notify you by email or through 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 any changes to this policy constitutes your acceptance of those changes.

Previous versions of this Cookie Policy may be obtained by contacting us at the details provided below.

10. 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. We are committed to addressing your inquiries promptly and transparently.

Giordanos — Contact Information

Company Name: Giordanos
Website: giordanosgrill.click
Email: [email protected]

When contacting us regarding cookies, please include the following information to help us respond effectively:

Your full name and contact information
The nature of your inquiry or concern
The specific cookie(s) you are inquiring about, if applicable
Your preferred method of contact

For California residents exercising rights under the CCPA/CPRA (such as the right to know, delete, or opt out of sale/sharing), please clearly indicate this in your communication. We will respond to verifiable consumer requests within the timeframes required by applicable law — generally within 45 days, with a possible 45-day extension when reasonably necessary.

Summary: We use cookies to make our Website work, to understand how you use our food ordering services, and to show you relevant content. You can manage your cookie preferences at any time through your browser settings or the opt-out tools provided in this policy. For questions, contact us at [email protected].

This Cookie Policy was last reviewed and updated on June 29, 2026. It applies to all visitors and users of giordanosgrill.click operated by Giordanos in the United States.