Cookie Policy

Last Updated: April 8, 2026

1. Introduction

Welcome to Punch Pizza ("we," "us," or "our"). We are committed to being transparent about how we collect and use data related to you. This Cookie Policy provides detailed information about how and why we use cookies on our website pizzapunchs.click, and the choices you have regarding their use.

This policy should be read alongside our Privacy Policy, which provides additional details about our data practices. Together, these documents explain how we collect, process, and protect your personal information in accordance with applicable United States laws, including the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA), the California Privacy Rights Act (CPRA), and the Federal Trade Commission Act (FTC Act).

If you have any questions about our use of cookies, please contact us using the details provided at the end of this policy.

2. What Are Cookies?

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

Cookies set by the website owner (in this case, Punch Pizza) are called "first-party cookies." Cookies set by parties other than the website owner are called "third-party cookies." Third-party cookies enable third-party features or functionality to be provided on or through the website — for example, advertising, interactive content, and analytics. The parties that set these third-party cookies can recognize your device both when it visits our website and when it visits certain other websites.

2.1 How Cookies Work

When you visit our website for the first time, a cookie file is downloaded onto your device. The next time you visit our site using the same device, the website checks to see if it has a cookie relating to you. If it does, the site uses the data stored in that cookie to tailor how it presents information to you. This process happens automatically and in milliseconds, helping to provide you with a more personalized and seamless browsing experience.

Cookies typically contain the following information:

  • The name of the website that set the cookie
  • A unique identifier (a randomly generated number)
  • An expiration date (how long the cookie will remain on your device)
  • Any settings or preferences associated with the cookie

2.2 Other Tracking Technologies

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

  • Web Beacons (Pixel Tags): Small graphic images or code snippets embedded in web pages or emails that allow us to track whether you have accessed specific content.
  • Local Storage: A method of storing data on your browser similar to cookies but with larger capacity, used for session management and preference storage.
  • Session Storage: Similar to local storage but only retains data for the duration of a browsing session.
  • JavaScript Tags: Small pieces of JavaScript code that collect information about your interaction with our website.

3. Types of Cookies We Use

We use the following categories of cookies on our website. Each category serves a specific purpose as explained below:

3.1 Strictly Necessary / Essential Cookies

These cookies are essential for our website to function properly and cannot be switched off in our systems. They are usually only set in response to actions made by you, such as setting your privacy preferences, logging in, or filling in forms. These cookies do not store any personally identifiable information and are critical to providing you with the services you request.

Without these cookies, core features of our website — such as shopping cart functionality, secure login areas, and online ordering — would not work correctly.

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 understand which pages are the most and least popular, how visitors navigate through our site, and whether they encounter any errors. All information collected by these cookies is aggregated and therefore anonymous.

We use Google Analytics to help us understand how our visitors engage with our website. Google Analytics uses first-party cookies to report on visitor interactions and may also use data from Google's advertising cookies and anonymous identifiers.

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 website. These cookies remember your preferences, such as your location, preferred language, font size, and whether you have already been asked to complete a survey, so that we can provide you with an improved, more personalized experience.

3.4 Advertising and Targeting Cookies

These cookies are used to make advertising messages more relevant to you and your interests. They perform functions like preventing the same ad from continuously reappearing, ensuring that ads are properly displayed, and in some cases selecting advertisements that are based on your interests. We may work with third-party advertising partners, including Google and Meta (Facebook), to deliver targeted advertisements both on our website and on other websites you visit.

These cookies may track your browsing habits across different websites. They do not directly store personal information but are based on uniquely identifying your browser and internet device.

4. Specific Cookies We Use

The following table provides details about the specific cookies used on pizzapunchs.click, including their name, purpose, type, 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 sessions. Analytics 2 years
_gid Google Analytics Registers a unique ID used to generate statistical data on how the visitor uses the website. Used to distinguish users. Analytics 24 hours
_gat Google Analytics Used by Google Analytics to throttle request rate. Limits the collection of data on high-traffic sites. Analytics 1 minute
_gcl_au Google Ads Used by Google AdSense to experiment with advertisement efficiency across websites using its services. Stores and tracks conversions. 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. Advertising 3 months
PHPSESSID Punch Pizza Preserves user session state across page requests on our website, enabling core website functionality such as online ordering. Essential Session
cookieconsent_status Punch Pizza Stores the user's cookie consent preference so that the consent banner is not shown again on subsequent visits. Essential 1 year
cart_session Punch Pizza Maintains the contents of your shopping cart or online order as you navigate through our website. Functional Session
user_preferences Punch Pizza Stores your site preferences such as location, language selection, and display preferences to personalize your experience. Functional 6 months
_gac_UA-XXXXXXXX Google Ads Contains campaign-related information for the user. Used to track conversions from Google Ads campaigns. Advertising 90 days

Note: The list above may not be exhaustive. Cookies may change as we update our services and work with new partners. We recommend checking this page regularly for the most up-to-date information.

5. How to Manage and Control Cookies

You have the right and ability to control and manage cookies. There are several ways you can do this, as described below. Please be aware that restricting cookies may affect the functionality of our website and your overall experience.

5.1 Browser Settings

Most web browsers allow you to control cookies through their settings. You can usually find these settings in the "Options," "Preferences," or "Settings" menu of your browser. Here are direct links to cookie management instructions for the most popular browsers:

Through your browser settings, you can typically:

  • View what cookies have been stored on your device
  • Delete all or specific cookies
  • Block all cookies from being set
  • Block third-party cookies specifically
  • Set preferences for specific websites

5.2 Opt-Out Tools Provided by Third Parties

Several third-party service providers we use offer their own opt-out mechanisms. We encourage you to use these tools if you wish to opt out of specific types of tracking:

Google Analytics Opt-Out

You can prevent Google Analytics from recognizing you on return visits by installing the Google Analytics Opt-out Browser Add-on, available at:

Google Analytics Opt-Out Add-on
Google Ads Personalization

To opt out of personalized advertising by Google, you can visit Google's Ads Settings or use the NAI opt-out tool:

Google Ads Settings NAI Opt-Out Tool
Meta (Facebook) Ad Preferences

To manage how Facebook uses your data for advertising purposes, visit your Facebook Ad Preferences or use the Digital Advertising Alliance opt-out tool:

Facebook Ad Preferences DAA Opt-Out Tool
Your Privacy Choices (US Residents)

US residents, particularly California residents under the CCPA/CPRA, have the right to opt out of the sale or sharing of personal information. To exercise this right, please contact us directly at [email protected].

6. Impact of Disabling Cookies

While you have full control over cookie settings, it is important to understand that disabling certain cookies may significantly affect your experience on our website and your ability to use certain features and services. The following table summarizes the potential impact of disabling each category of cookies:

Cookie Type Impact of Disabling
Essential Cookies Our website may not function properly. Core features such as online ordering, shopping cart, and secure account access may become unavailable. We strongly recommend keeping these cookies enabled.
Analytics Cookies We will be unable to analyze how visitors use our website, which may limit our ability to improve our services and identify technical issues. Your browsing experience will not be directly impacted.
Functional Cookies Your preferences and settings (such as location, language, and previous choices) will not be remembered between visits. You may need to re-enter information each time you visit our website.
Advertising Cookies You will still see advertisements, but they may be less relevant to your interests. You may see the same ads repeatedly, and we will have limited ability to measure the effectiveness of our advertising campaigns.

7. Cookie Consent and Your Rights

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 change your cookie preferences at any time by clicking the "Cookie Settings" link in the footer of our website or by contacting us directly.

As a resident of the United States, particularly if you are a California resident, you have specific rights regarding your personal data under the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA) and the California Privacy Rights Act (CPRA), including:

  • The right to know what personal information is collected about you
  • The right to know whether your personal information is sold or disclosed and to whom
  • The right to opt out of the sale or sharing of your personal information
  • The right to access your personal information
  • The right to request deletion of your personal information
  • The right to non-discrimination for exercising your privacy rights
  • The right to correct inaccurate personal information
  • The right to limit the use of sensitive personal information

To exercise any of these rights, please contact us using the details provided in the Contact Information section below.

8. Third-Party Websites and Links

Our website may contain links to third-party websites, plug-ins, and applications. Clicking on those links or enabling those connections may allow third parties to collect or share data about you. We do not control these third-party websites and are not responsible for their privacy or cookie policies. We encourage you to read the privacy and cookie policies of every website you visit.

Third-party services we currently use or may use include:

9. Updates to This Cookie Policy

We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time to reflect changes in technology, legislation, our business operations, or other reasons we consider important. When we make changes, we will update the "Last Updated" date at the top of this page. We encourage you to review this Cookie Policy periodically to stay informed about our use of cookies and related technologies.

If we make any material changes to this policy, we will notify you by placing a prominent notice on our website or by sending you an email notification where appropriate and where we hold a valid email address for you.

Your continued use of our website after any changes to this Cookie Policy will constitute your acknowledgment and acceptance of the updated policy.

10. Contact Information

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 committed to responding to all inquiries in a timely and transparent manner.

Punch Pizza – Contact Details

For privacy-related requests, including requests to exercise your rights under the CCPA/CPRA, please email us with the subject line: "Cookie Policy / Privacy Rights Request." We aim to respond to all requests within 45 days as required by applicable law.