Cookie Policy
Last Updated: April 20, 2026
1. Introduction
Welcome to Mod Pizza's Cookie Policy. This document is designed to help you understand what cookies are, how we use them on our website mod-pizz.digital, and the choices you have regarding their use. We are committed to being transparent about our data collection practices and ensuring that your online experience is safe, secure, and personalized.
As a food service business operating in the United States, we comply with applicable federal and state laws, including the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA) and the California Privacy Rights Act (CPRA) for California residents, as well as the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) Act guidelines on consumer privacy and data protection. We encourage you to read this policy carefully alongside our Privacy Policy and Terms of Service.
2. What Are Cookies?
Cookies are small text files that are placed on your device — such as your computer, smartphone, or tablet — when you visit a website. They are widely used across the internet to make websites work more efficiently, provide a better user experience, and give website owners useful analytical information about how their sites are being used.
Cookies are sent back to the originating website on each subsequent visit, or to another website that recognizes that cookie. Cookies are useful because they allow a website to recognize a user's device and remember preferences and settings so that users do not have to re-enter information each time they visit.
2.1 How Do Cookies Work?
When you visit mod-pizz.digital, our web server sends a cookie to your browser. Your browser stores the cookie locally on your device. The next time you visit our website, your browser sends the stored cookie back to our server, allowing us to recognize your device and recall your previous activity and preferences.
Cookies can be set by the website you are visiting (known as "first-party cookies") or by third-party services that the website uses, such as Google Analytics or advertising networks (known as "third-party cookies"). Each cookie contains certain information such as a unique identifier, the website name, and some digits and numbers.
2.2 Other Tracking Technologies
In addition to cookies, we may also use similar tracking technologies on our website, including:
- Web Beacons (Pixel Tags): Small transparent images embedded in web pages or emails that help us track user behavior and email open rates.
- Local Storage: A way of storing data on your browser that persists even after the browser is closed, allowing us to save preferences and settings.
- Session Storage: Similar to local storage but data is cleared when your browser session ends.
- JavaScript Tags: Small pieces of code that collect information about how you interact with our website.
3. Types of Cookies We Use
We use several different types of cookies on mod-pizz.digital. Below is a detailed explanation of each type and the purpose they serve:
3.1 Essential / Strictly Necessary Cookies
These cookies are absolutely necessary for the website to function properly. Without these cookies, certain parts of our website — such as the online ordering system, shopping cart, or account login — would not work. These cookies do not collect any information about you that could be used for marketing purposes, and they cannot be disabled without significantly impacting your experience on our website.
Essential cookies are used to:
- Maintain your session while you browse our website
- Remember items you have added to your cart
- Authenticate users who have logged into their accounts
- Ensure the security of your browsing session
- Load-balance traffic across our servers
3.2 Analytics and Performance Cookies
These cookies help us understand how visitors interact with our website by collecting and reporting information anonymously. We use this data to improve the structure, content, and functionality of our website. Analytics cookies track information such as how many visitors come to our site, which pages they visit, how long they stay, and what browser or device they use.
We use Google Analytics, a service provided by Google LLC, to analyze website traffic. Google Analytics uses cookies to collect information about your use of our website, which is transmitted to and stored by Google on servers in the United States.
3.3 Functional Cookies
Functional cookies allow our website to remember choices you make — such as your preferred language, region, font size, or other customizable elements — and provide enhanced, personalized features. These cookies may be set by us or by third-party providers whose services we have integrated into our website.
Functional cookies help us to:
- Remember your location for relevant menu and delivery options
- Store your preferred store location for easier future ordering
- Save your dietary preferences and customizations
- Remember your login details if you choose "Remember Me"
3.4 Advertising and Targeting Cookies
These cookies are used to deliver advertisements that are relevant and engaging for you. They are also used to track the effectiveness of advertising campaigns. Advertising cookies remember that you have visited our website and this information may be shared with third-party advertisers, such as Google Ads and Facebook, so that they can show you relevant Mod Pizza advertisements on other websites and platforms.
These cookies may:
- Track your browsing habits across different websites
- Build a profile of your interests to show you relevant ads
- Measure the effectiveness of our advertising campaigns
- Limit the number of times you see a particular advertisement
4. Specific Cookies We Use
The following table provides detailed information about the specific cookies used on mod-pizz.digital, 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 you use our website. Distinguishes unique users and sessions. | Analytics | 2 years |
_gid |
Google Analytics | Registers a unique ID used to generate statistical data on how you use our website. Identifies users for a 24-hour period. | Analytics | 24 hours |
_gat |
Google Analytics | Used by Google Analytics to throttle request rates, limiting data collection on high-traffic sites. Helps manage the volume of requests made to Google servers. | Analytics | 1 minute |
_gcl_au |
Google Ads | Used by Google AdSense to experiment with advertisement efficiency across websites using their services. Tracks ad conversions and helps measure the effectiveness of advertising campaigns. | Advertising | 90 days |
_fbp |
Facebook (Meta) | Used by Facebook to deliver a series of advertisement products such as real-time bidding from third-party advertisers. | Advertising | 90 days |
PHPSESSID |
mod-pizz.digital | Preserves user session state across page requests. Essential for maintaining your login session and shopping cart. | Essential | Session |
csrf_token |
mod-pizz.digital | Helps prevent Cross-Site Request Forgery (CSRF) attacks by verifying that form submissions come from our website. | Essential | Session |
cart_session |
mod-pizz.digital | Stores information about items in your shopping cart so they are not lost when you navigate between pages. | Essential | 7 days |
user_preferences |
mod-pizz.digital | Saves your preferences such as preferred store location, dietary settings, and display options to enhance your browsing experience. | Functional | 1 year |
cookie_consent |
mod-pizz.digital | Records your cookie consent preferences so we do not need to ask for your consent on every visit. | Essential | 1 year |
lang_pref |
mod-pizz.digital | Stores your preferred language setting for our website. | Functional | 1 year |
_hjSessionUser |
Hotjar | Ensures data from subsequent visits to the same site are attributed to the same user ID. Used for website behavior analysis and user experience improvements. | Analytics | 1 year |
IDE |
Google DoubleClick | Used by Google DoubleClick to register and report website user actions after viewing or clicking one of the advertiser's ads, for measuring the efficacy of an ad and presenting targeted ads to the user. | Advertising | 1 year |
5. Your Rights Regarding Cookies
Depending on your location and applicable law, you may have certain rights regarding our use of cookies and tracking technologies. For California residents, the CCPA and CPRA provide specific rights, including the right to know what personal information is collected, the right to opt out of the sale of personal information, and the right to non-discrimination for exercising your privacy rights.
Under the FTC Act and related consumer protection regulations applicable across the United States, we are committed to providing you with transparent choices about how your data is used for advertising and analytics purposes.
6. How to Manage and Disable Cookies
You have the right to decide whether to accept or decline cookies. Below are several ways you can manage your cookie preferences:
6.1 Browser Settings
Most web browsers allow you to control cookies through their settings. You can typically find these settings in the "Options," "Preferences," or "Privacy & Security" section of your browser. Here is how to manage cookies in the most popular browsers:
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Google Chrome: Go to Settings > Privacy and Security > Cookies and other site data. You can block all cookies, block third-party cookies in incognito mode, or clear cookies at any time.
Google Chrome Cookie Instructions -
Mozilla Firefox: Go to Options > Privacy & Security > Cookies and Site Data. You can manage cookie permissions and clear stored cookies.
Mozilla Firefox Cookie Instructions -
Apple Safari: Go to Preferences > Privacy > Cookies and website data. You can choose to block all cookies or block only third-party cookies.
Apple Safari Cookie Instructions -
Microsoft Edge: Go to Settings > Cookies and site permissions > Cookies and site data. You can block all cookies or manage exceptions.
Microsoft Edge Cookie Instructions -
Opera: Go to Settings > Advanced > Privacy & security > Cookies and other site data.
Opera Cookie Instructions
6.2 Opt-Out Tools for Specific Services
In addition to browser settings, you can use the following opt-out tools to control tracking by specific third-party services:
Google Analytics Opt-Out
You can prevent Google Analytics from collecting your data by installing the Google Analytics Opt-Out Browser Add-On. This add-on prevents the Google Analytics JavaScript (ga.js, analytics.js, and dc.js) from sharing information with Google Analytics about your activity.
Google Analytics Opt-Out Add-On
Google Ads Personalization
You can manage your Google Ads settings and opt out of personalized advertising through the Google Ads Settings page.
Facebook / Meta Ad Preferences
You can control how Facebook uses your data for advertising purposes through your Facebook Ad Preferences. You can also opt out of interest-based advertising from Facebook.
Network Advertising Initiative (NAI) Opt-Out
The Network Advertising Initiative provides a tool that allows you to opt out of targeted advertising from NAI member companies, including many of the major advertising networks we may use.
Digital Advertising Alliance (DAA) Opt-Out
The Digital Advertising Alliance's WebChoices tool allows you to opt out of interest-based advertising from participating companies in your web browser.
Your Privacy Choices (California Residents)
If you are a California resident, you have the right under the CCPA/CPRA to opt out of the sale or sharing of your personal information. To exercise this right, please contact us using the information provided in Section 9 of this policy or visit our Privacy Policy for more details.
7. Impact of Disabling Cookies
While you have the right to restrict or disable cookies, please be aware that doing so may affect the functionality and performance of our website. The following outlines the potential impact of disabling each type of cookie:
| Cookie Type | Impact of Disabling |
|---|---|
| Essential Cookies | Disabling essential cookies will significantly impair your ability to use our website. You will not be able to log in to your account, use the shopping cart, or complete online orders. We strongly recommend keeping essential cookies enabled. |
| Analytics Cookies | Disabling analytics cookies means we will not be able to track your visit as part of our website statistics. This will not affect your ability to use the website, but it limits our ability to improve the user experience based on aggregated data. |
| Functional Cookies | Disabling functional cookies means that the website will not remember your preferences, such as your preferred store location, language, or dietary settings. You may need to re-enter this information on each visit. |
| Advertising Cookies | Disabling advertising cookies means you will still see advertisements, but they will be less relevant to your interests. You may see the same ads more frequently as the frequency-capping feature that prevents repetition will not function. |
8. Third-Party Cookies and Links
Our website may contain links to third-party websites and services. Please be aware that we do not control these external sites and are not responsible for their cookie policies or privacy practices. We encourage you to review the privacy and cookie policies of any third-party websites you visit through links on our website.
Third-party services integrated into our website — such as Google Analytics, Google Ads, Facebook Pixel, and payment processors — may set their own cookies. These cookies are governed by the respective third parties' privacy policies, not by this Cookie Policy. We encourage you to review the privacy policies of these third-party service providers:
9. Updates to This Cookie Policy
We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time to reflect changes in technology, legislation, our business practices, or for other operational, legal, or regulatory reasons. When we make significant changes to this policy, we will update the "Last Updated" date at the top of this page 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 Cookie Policy constitutes your acceptance of the updated policy.
10. 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 using the details below. We are committed to addressing your inquiries promptly and transparently.
Mod Pizza — Contact Information
- Company: Mod Pizza
- Website: mod-pizz.digital
- Email: [email protected]
For privacy-specific requests, including opt-out requests under the CCPA/CPRA, please reference "Cookie Policy / Privacy Request" in the subject line of your email to ensure your request is directed to the appropriate team member.