Cookie Policy

Effective Date: July 25, 2026 | Last Updated: July 25, 2026

1. Introduction

Welcome to Wing Snob ("we," "us," or "our"). This Cookie Policy explains how Wing Snob uses cookies and similar tracking technologies when you visit our website at wingsnob-hotchicken.top. This policy is designed to help you understand what cookies are, why we use them, and how you can control them.

We are committed to protecting your privacy and being transparent about the data we collect. This Cookie Policy should be read alongside our Privacy Policy, which provides further details about how we collect, use, and protect your personal information in accordance with applicable United States federal and state laws, including the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA), the California Privacy Rights Act (CPRA), and the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) Act.

If you have any questions about this Cookie Policy, please contact us 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 their websites work more efficiently, improve user experience, and provide reporting information.

Cookies set by the website you are visiting 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, such as advertising, interactive content, and analytics. The parties that set these third-party cookies can recognize your device both when it visits the website in question and also when it visits certain other websites.

2.1 How Cookies Work

When you visit our website, our web server sends a small data file (the cookie) to your browser. Your browser stores the cookie on your device. The next time you visit our website, your browser sends the cookie back to our server. This process allows our website to recognize your device and remember information about your visit, such as your language preferences, login status, shopping cart contents, and browsing behavior.

Cookies typically contain the following information:

  • The name of the server that placed the cookie
  • An expiration date (after which the cookie is automatically deleted)
  • A unique identifier (a randomly generated number)
  • Some value — typically a string of characters that encodes information about your activity

2.2 Session Cookies vs. Persistent Cookies

Session Cookies: These are temporary cookies that remain on your device only for the duration of your browsing session. They are automatically deleted when you close your browser. Session cookies help our website function correctly during your visit.

Persistent Cookies: These cookies remain on your device for a specified period of time (ranging from a few days to several years) after your browsing session ends. They are activated every time you visit the website that created them. Persistent cookies help us recognize you as a returning visitor and remember your preferences.

3. Types of Cookies We Use

Wing Snob uses four main categories of cookies on our website. Below is a detailed explanation of each type:

3.1 Strictly Necessary / Essential Cookies

These cookies are absolutely essential for our website to function properly. They enable core functionality such as security, network management, and accessibility. Without these cookies, our website cannot operate correctly, and services you have requested, such as viewing our menu or placing an order, cannot be provided.

Essential cookies do not require your consent because they are necessary for the website to deliver the service you have requested. They do not store any personally identifiable information beyond what is strictly required for the session.

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, see how visitors move around our site, and identify any errors users may encounter. All information these cookies collect is aggregated and therefore anonymous.

We use Google Analytics to collect this type of data. Google Analytics is a web analytics service provided by Google LLC. The information generated by cookies about your use of our website is typically transmitted to and stored on a Google server in the United States.

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. If you do not allow these cookies, some or all of these services may not function properly.

Examples include remembering your location (to show the nearest Wing Snob location), your language preference, or your preferred menu view settings.

3.4 Advertising and Targeting Cookies

These cookies are set by our advertising partners to build a profile of your interests and show you relevant advertisements on other websites. They work by uniquely identifying your browser and device. If you do not allow these cookies, you will experience less targeted advertising. These cookies may track your browsing across multiple websites.

We use Google Ads and may also use social media advertising platforms including Facebook/Meta to deliver targeted advertisements related to our food offerings, promotions, and special events.

4. Specific Cookies We Use

The table below provides detailed information about the specific cookies placed on your device when you visit wingsnob-hotchicken.top:

Cookie Name Provider Purpose Type Duration
_ga Google Analytics Registers a unique ID used to generate statistical data on how the visitor uses our website. Used to distinguish users. Analytics 2 years
_gid Google Analytics Registers a unique ID used to generate statistical data on how the visitor uses our website. Used to distinguish users for a shorter period. Analytics 24 hours
_gat Google Analytics Used to throttle the request rate — limiting the collection of data on high-traffic sites to manage server load. Analytics 1 minute
_gcl_au Google Ads Used by Google AdSense to experiment with advertisement efficiency across websites using their services. Tracks conversions and ad clicks. Advertising 3 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
PHPSESSID Wing Snob (First-Party) Preserves user session state across page requests. Enables your session to be maintained while browsing our website (e.g., keeping items in your cart). Essential Session
csrf_token Wing Snob (First-Party) Helps prevent cross-site request forgery (CSRF) attacks by validating form submissions. A security measure to protect your data. Essential Session
cookie_consent Wing Snob (First-Party) Stores the user's cookie consent preferences so the cookie banner does not appear on every page visit. Essential / Functional 1 year
user_location Wing Snob (First-Party) Remembers the user's preferred location or nearest Wing Snob restaurant to display relevant menu and hours information. Functional 30 days
lang_pref Wing Snob (First-Party) Stores the user's language preference to display the website in the selected language on subsequent visits. Functional 1 year
_ga_[ID] Google Analytics (GA4) Used to persist session state in Google Analytics 4. Collects data about user behavior and website performance for reporting purposes. Analytics 2 years
NID Google Registers a unique ID that identifies a returning user's device. The ID is used for targeted ads and to remember user preferences. Advertising 6 months

Note: The list above may not be exhaustive. Third-party service providers may update or change the cookies they use. We will endeavor to keep this table as current as possible.

5. How to Manage and Disable Cookies

You have the right to decide whether to accept or reject cookies (except for strictly necessary cookies, which are required for our website to function). You can exercise your cookie preferences in the following ways:

5.1 Cookie Consent Banner

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 update your preferences at any time by accessing the cookie settings option available on our website.

5.2 Browser Settings

Most web browsers allow you to control cookies through their settings preferences. Below are links and instructions for managing cookies in the most popular browsers:

  • Google Chrome: Go to Settings > Privacy and Security > Cookies and other site data. You can block all cookies, block third-party cookies, or clear existing cookies.
  • Mozilla Firefox: Go to Options > Privacy & Security > Cookies and Site Data. You can choose to block all cookies or manage exceptions.
  • Apple Safari: Go to Preferences > Privacy > Manage Website Data. You can block all cookies or remove specific cookies.
  • Microsoft Edge: Go to Settings > Cookies and site permissions > Manage and delete cookies and site data.
  • Opera: Go to Settings > Advanced > Privacy & security > Site Settings > Cookies and site data.

For more information about managing cookies in your browser, visit www.allaboutcookies.org or www.aboutcookies.org.

Please note that if you use different devices (e.g., your computer, smartphone, and tablet) to access our website, you will need to manage your cookie preferences on each device separately.

5.3 Opt-Out Tools Provided by Third Parties

Several of our third-party partners provide their own opt-out tools. You can use these tools to prevent those specific parties from collecting data about you:

  • Google Analytics: You can opt out of Google Analytics tracking by installing the Google Analytics Opt-out Browser Add-on. This add-on instructs the Google Analytics JavaScript to prohibit sending information to Google Analytics.
  • Google Ads / Google Marketing Platform: You can manage your Google advertising preferences and opt out of personalized ads by visiting Google Ads Settings or by visiting www.google.com/settings/ads.
  • Facebook / Meta: You can manage your Facebook advertising preferences and opt out of interest-based ads by visiting your Facebook Ad Preferences page. You must be logged into your Facebook account to do this.
  • Network Advertising Initiative (NAI): Visit the NAI Opt-Out Tool to opt out of interest-based advertising from NAI member companies.
  • Digital Advertising Alliance (DAA): Visit optout.aboutads.info to opt out of interest-based advertising from DAA participating companies.
  • European Interactive Digital Advertising Alliance (EDAA): Visit www.youronlinechoices.eu for additional opt-out options.

6. Impact of Disabling Cookies

While you have the right to disable or decline cookies, please be aware that doing so may affect your experience on our website. The specific impacts depend on which type of cookies you disable:

6.1 Impact of Disabling Essential Cookies

Essential cookies cannot be disabled through our cookie management tools because they are strictly necessary for the website to function. If your browser settings block essential cookies, you may experience the following issues:

  • Inability to complete online orders or transactions
  • Pages may not load correctly or display errors
  • Security features such as CSRF protection may not work properly
  • Your session may not be maintained as you move between pages

6.2 Impact of Disabling Analytics Cookies

If you disable analytics cookies, we will not be able to collect anonymous data about how you use our website. This means:

  • We will have reduced ability to identify and fix usability issues on our website
  • We will be less able to optimize our content and user experience based on visitor behavior data
  • Your browsing activity will not contribute to our aggregate performance statistics

Your experience on our website should not be significantly affected by disabling analytics cookies.

6.3 Impact of Disabling Functional Cookies

If you disable functional cookies, some personalization features may not work correctly, including:

  • Your location preferences may not be saved, requiring you to reselect your nearest Wing Snob location on each visit
  • Language preferences may not be remembered
  • Some enhanced features of the website may not perform as expected

6.4 Impact of Disabling Advertising Cookies

If you disable advertising cookies:

  • You will still see advertisements, but they will be generic and not tailored to your interests
  • You may see repetitive ads that are less relevant to your preferences
  • We and our advertising partners will not be able to measure the effectiveness of our advertising campaigns

7. Similar Tracking Technologies

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

7.1 Web Beacons (Pixel Tags)

Web beacons are tiny, transparent image files (usually 1x1 pixels) embedded in web pages or emails. When your browser loads a page containing a web beacon, it makes a request to the server hosting the image, which records information about your device and visit. We may use web beacons in combination with cookies to track your activity on our website and in our marketing emails.

7.2 Local Storage

Local storage is a feature of HTML5 that allows websites to store data on your device without an expiration date. Unlike cookies, local storage data is not sent to the server with every request. We may use local storage to save your preferences and improve the performance of our website.

7.3 Session Storage

Session storage is similar to local storage but is cleared when your browsing session ends (when you close the browser tab or window). We may use session storage to temporarily store data needed for your current session, such as items in your cart.

8. Your Privacy Rights Under U.S. Law

Depending on your state of residence, you may have specific rights regarding your personal data, including data collected through cookies. Under the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA) and the California Privacy Rights Act (CPRA), California residents have the following rights:

  • Right to Know: The right to know what personal information we collect, use, disclose, and sell.
  • Right to Delete: The right to request deletion of personal information we have collected about you.
  • Right to Opt-Out of Sale/Sharing: The right to opt out of the sale or sharing of your personal information for cross-context behavioral advertising.
  • Right to Non-Discrimination: The right not to be discriminated against for exercising your CCPA/CPRA rights.
  • Right to Correct: The right to correct inaccurate personal information we hold about you.
  • Right to Limit Use of Sensitive Personal Information: The right to limit the use and disclosure of sensitive personal information.

To exercise any of these rights, please contact us using the details provided below. We will respond to your request within the timeframes required by applicable law.

Additionally, under the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) Act, we are committed to maintaining fair and transparent data practices and protecting consumers from deceptive or unfair practices related to data collection and use.

9. Changes to This Cookie Policy

We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time to reflect changes in technology, applicable laws, or our business practices. When we make material changes to this policy, we will notify you by updating the "Last Updated" date at the top of this page. In some cases, we may also provide more prominent notice, such as posting a notice on our website or sending you a notification.

We encourage you to review this Cookie Policy periodically to stay informed about how we use cookies and similar technologies. Your continued use of our website after the effective date of any changes constitutes your acceptance of the updated Cookie 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 information below:

Wing Snob

We are committed to resolving any concerns you may have about our use of cookies and will respond to your inquiries as promptly as possible and in accordance with applicable legal requirements.