Cookie Policy

1. Introduction

This Cookie Policy explains how Church's Chicken ("we," "us," or "our") uses cookies and similar tracking technologies when you visit our website at churchs-chicken.digital (the "Website"). This policy describes what cookies are, how we use them, the types of cookies we use, and how you can control your cookie preferences.

By using our Website, you consent to the use of cookies in accordance with this Cookie Policy. This policy should be read in conjunction with our Privacy Policy, which provides additional information about how we collect, use, and protect your personal information.

2. What Are Cookies

Cookies are small text files that are placed on your computer, smartphone, tablet, or other device when you visit a website. They are widely used by website owners to make their websites work more efficiently and to provide reporting information.

How Cookies Work

When you visit our Website, our server sends a cookie to your device. The cookie is stored on your device and contains information that can be read by the web server when you return to the site. Cookies allow us to recognize your device and remember information about your visit.

Types of Cookies by Duration

• Session Cookies: These are temporary cookies that are erased when you close your browser. They help us identify you during a single browsing session.
• Persistent Cookies: These cookies remain on your device for a predetermined period (ranging from minutes to years) and are activated each time you visit our Website.

Types of Cookies by Origin

• First-Party Cookies: These are cookies set directly by our Website domain (churchs-chicken.digital).
• Third-Party Cookies: These are cookies set by external services that appear on our Website, such as Google Analytics or Facebook.

3. Why We Use Cookies

We use cookies for several important reasons that enhance your experience with Church's Chicken:

Essential Website Functionality

• Managing your shopping cart and remembering items you've added
• Remembering your location for delivery estimation
• Maintaining your session when you log into your account
• Ensuring website security and preventing fraud

Performance Improvement

• Analyzing how visitors use our website to improve functionality
• Identifying and fixing technical issues
• Optimizing page load times and performance

User Experience Personalization

• Remembering your food preferences and dietary requirements
• Storing your preferred restaurant location
• Customizing content based on your interests
• Displaying relevant menu recommendations

Analytics and Statistics

• Understanding which menu items are most popular
• Measuring website traffic and user engagement
• Tracking conversion rates for online orders

Marketing and Advertising

• Showing you relevant advertisements on other websites
• Measuring the effectiveness of our marketing campaigns
• Providing personalized promotional offers

4. Types of Cookies We Use

Below is a detailed breakdown of the specific cookies we use on our Website, organized by category:

4.1 Strictly Necessary Cookies

These cookies are essential for our Website to function properly. They cannot be disabled without severely affecting the functionality of our site.

4.2 Performance/Analytics Cookies

These cookies help us understand how visitors interact with our Website by collecting and reporting information anonymously.

4.3 Functionality Cookies

These cookies allow our Website to remember choices you make and provide enhanced features and personalization.

4.4 Targeting/Marketing Cookies

These cookies track your browsing habits to enable us to show advertising that is more likely to be of interest to you.

5. Third-Party Cookies

We work with several trusted third-party service providers who may set their own cookies when you visit our Website. These partners help us provide better services and understand how our Website is used.

Google Analytics

We use Google Analytics to understand how visitors use our Website. Google Analytics uses cookies to collect information about your use of our Website, which is then used to compile reports for us on website activity.

Privacy Policy: https://policies.google.com/privacy

Opt-out: Google Analytics Opt-out Browser Add-on

Facebook

We use Facebook Pixel to measure the effectiveness of our advertising campaigns and to show you relevant ads on Facebook and Instagram.

Privacy Policy: https://www.facebook.com/privacy/policy/

Ad Preferences: Facebook Ad Preferences

Other Advertising Partners

We may also work with other advertising networks and partners who use cookies to serve ads and measure their effectiveness. These partners have their own privacy policies and opt-out mechanisms.

6. Cookie Duration

Different cookies have different lifespans. Here's a summary of how long our cookies remain on your device:

7. How to Manage Cookies

You have several options for managing cookies on our Website. You can control cookies through our cookie consent tool, your browser settings, or through specific opt-out mechanisms.

7.1 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 cookies are being set.

7.2 Opt-Out Links

You can opt out of specific tracking services using these direct links:

• Google Analytics: Download the opt-out browser add-on
• Facebook Ads: Manage your Facebook ad preferences
• Digital Advertising Alliance: Opt out of interest-based advertising
• Network Advertising Initiative: Consumer opt-out page

7.3 Our Cookie Consent Tool

When you first visit our Website, you'll see our cookie consent banner. You can:

• Accept All: Allow all cookies including marketing and analytics
• Reject All: Block all non-essential cookies (some functionality may be limited)
• Customize: Choose which categories of cookies to allow

You can change your preferences at any time by clicking the "Cookie Preferences" link in our website footer or clearing your browser cookies and revisiting our site.

8. Consequences of Disabling Cookies

While you have the right to disable cookies, doing so may affect your experience on our Website. Here's what might not work properly:

Features That Won't Work Without Essential Cookies:

• Adding items to your shopping cart
• Completing online orders
• Logging into your account
• Saving delivery addresses
• Remembering your location for accurate delivery estimates

Features That Won't Work Without Functionality Cookies:

• Remembering your food preferences and dietary requirements
• Customized menu recommendations
• Your preferred restaurant location
• Language and interface preferences

Features That Won't Work Without Marketing Cookies:

• Personalized promotional offers
• Relevant advertisements on other websites
• Social media integration features

9. Do Not Track Signals

Some browsers have a "Do Not Track" feature that lets you tell websites that you do not want to have your online activities tracked. Currently, there is no standard way for websites to respond to Do Not Track browser signals.

At this time, our Website does not respond to Do Not Track browser signals. However, you can use our cookie consent tool and the browser controls described above to limit tracking and manage your privacy preferences.

We are monitoring developments in Do Not Track standards and may update our practices as the standard evolves.

10. Updates to This Policy

We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices, technology, legal requirements, or other factors. When we make changes, we will:

• Update the "Last updated" date at the top of this policy
• Notify you of significant changes through a prominent notice on our Website
• For major changes, we may also send you an email notification if you have an account with us

We encourage you to review this Cookie Policy periodically to stay informed about how we use cookies and how you can manage your preferences.

11. Contact Us

If you have questions about this Cookie Policy, our use of cookies, or want to exercise your rights regarding cookies, please contact us:

We will respond to your inquiry within 30 days of receiving your request.

12. More Information

For more information about cookies and online privacy, you can visit these helpful resources:

• All About Cookies: https://allaboutcookies.org
• Your Online Choices (EU): https://youronlinechoices.eu
• Digital Advertising Alliance: https://digitaladvertisingalliance.org
• Network Advertising Initiative: https://networkadvertising.org

Browser Help Pages:

• Chrome Cookie Settings Help
• Firefox Cookie Help
• Safari Cookie Settings
• Edge Cookie Management