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Cookie Policy

Last Updated: June 24, 2026

1. Introduction

Welcome to Papa Ginos. We are committed to being transparent about how we collect and use data related to your browsing experience on our website. This Cookie Policy is intended to provide you with clear and comprehensive information about what cookies are, how we use them, and what choices you have regarding their use.

This policy applies to all pages and services offered through our website cafe-papaginos.top and should be read alongside our Privacy Policy and Terms of Service. If you have any questions about our use of cookies, please contact us at [email protected].

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, provide functionality, and to gather reporting information about how visitors interact with websites.

Cookies are sent back to the originating website on each subsequent visit, or to another website that recognizes that cookie. Cookies serve a variety of purposes, including:

  • Remembering your preferences and settings so you do not have to re-enter them each time you visit
  • Keeping you signed in to your account
  • Understanding how you use our website so we can improve it
  • Measuring the effectiveness of our marketing campaigns
  • Delivering personalized advertising to you based on your interests

2.1 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 are erased when you close your browser. They are used to track your movements from page to page during a single visit so that you do not have to re-enter information you have already provided.
  • Persistent Cookies: These remain on your device for a set period of time (or until you manually delete them). They are used to remember your preferences and settings for future visits, track your usage patterns over time, and deliver targeted advertising.

2.2 First-Party and Third-Party Cookies

  • First-Party Cookies: These are set directly by Papa Ginos when you visit cafe-papaginos.top. They are used to improve your experience on our website.
  • Third-Party Cookies: These are set by third-party services that appear on our pages, such as Google Analytics or advertising partners. These third parties may collect data about your online behavior across different websites.

3. Categories of Cookies We Use

We use the following categories of cookies on our website. Each serves a distinct purpose, and your consent is handled accordingly.

3.1 Strictly Necessary / Essential Cookies

These cookies are essential for the proper functioning of our website and cannot be disabled in our systems. They are typically set in response to actions you take that amount to a request for services, such as setting your privacy preferences, logging in, or filling out forms. Without these cookies, the website cannot function properly.

Because these cookies are strictly necessary to deliver the website to you, they do not require your consent under applicable law. However, you can block or delete them by changing your browser settings, as described in Section 6 of this policy.

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 and to see how visitors move around the site. All information collected by these cookies is aggregated and therefore anonymous.

We primarily use Google Analytics to collect this data. 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

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

Examples include remembering your language preferences, your location for delivery services, and other personalized settings that make your experience more convenient.

3.4 Advertising and Targeting Cookies

These cookies may be set through our website by our advertising partners. They may be used by those companies to build a profile of your interests and show you relevant advertisements on other sites. They do not store directly personal information but are based on uniquely identifying your browser and internet device.

If you do not allow these cookies, you will experience less targeted advertising. We use Google Ads and may use similar advertising platforms to serve relevant ads to our customers.

4. Specific Cookies We Use

The table below provides detailed information about the specific cookies used on our website, including their name, purpose, type, and duration.

Cookie Name Provider Purpose Type Duration
_ga Google Analytics Registers a unique ID that is used to generate statistical data on how the visitor uses the website. This is the main Google Analytics tracking cookie. Analytics 2 years
_gid Google Analytics Registers a unique ID that is used to generate statistical data on how the visitor uses the website. Used to distinguish users and sessions. Analytics 24 hours
_gat Google Analytics Used by Google Analytics to throttle request rate, limiting the collection of data on high-traffic websites. Helps manage the frequency of tracking requests. Analytics 1 minute
_gcl_au Google Ads Used by Google AdSense for experimenting with advertisement efficiency across websites using their services. Helps track conversions from Google Ads. 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. Helps identify browsers for advertising purposes. Advertising 3 months
session_id Papa Ginos Maintains your session state across page requests. Ensures a consistent and secure browsing experience during your visit. Essential Session
csrf_token Papa Ginos Helps prevent Cross-Site Request Forgery (CSRF) attacks by verifying that requests originate from our website. Essential for website security. Essential Session
cookie_consent Papa Ginos Stores your cookie consent preferences so we do not need to ask for them again on future visits. Essential / Functional 1 year
user_prefs Papa Ginos Stores your website preferences such as language selection and display settings to personalize your experience. Functional 6 months
cart_token Papa Ginos Remembers items you have added to your cart or order so that your selections are not lost if you navigate away from the page. Functional 30 days
_ga_[ID] Google Analytics (GA4) Used to persist session state for Google Analytics 4 property. Collects data about user behavior including pages visited and time spent on site. Analytics 2 years

Note: This table reflects cookies known to be in use as of June 24, 2026. Cookie use may change over time and this table will be updated accordingly.

5. Legal Basis for Using Cookies

In accordance with applicable United States law, including the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA) as amended by the California Privacy Rights Act (CPRA), and guidance from the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) under the FTC Act, we rely on the following legal bases for our cookie use:

  • Strictly Necessary Cookies: Used on the basis of our legitimate interest to ensure the website functions properly and securely. These do not require consent.
  • Analytics, Functional, and Advertising Cookies: Used on the basis of your consent, which you may provide or withdraw at any time through our cookie preferences tool or your browser settings.

California residents have specific rights under the CCPA/CPRA, including the right to opt out of the sale or sharing of personal information. Some advertising cookies may constitute a "sale" or "sharing" of personal data under California law. You can exercise your opt-out rights as described in Section 7 below.

6. How to Manage and Disable Cookies

You have several options to control and manage cookies. Please note that disabling certain cookies may affect the functionality of our website and your user experience.

6.1 Browser Settings

Most web browsers allow you to control cookies through their settings preferences. You can typically find these settings in the "Options," "Preferences," or "Settings" menu of your browser. The following links provide instructions for managing cookies in the most popular browsers:

To manage cookies on mobile devices:

  • iOS (iPhone/iPad): Go to Settings > Safari > Privacy & Security
  • Android: Go to your browser's Settings > Privacy > Cookies

6.2 Our Cookie Preference Tool

When you first visit cafe-papaginos.top, you will be presented with a cookie consent banner that allows you to choose which categories of cookies you wish to accept. You may change your preferences at any time by clicking the "Cookie Settings" link available in the footer of our website.

7. Opt-Out Tools for Specific Services

In addition to browser-level controls, you can opt out of specific third-party tracking and advertising services using the tools provided below:

7.1 Google Analytics Opt-Out

To opt out of Google Analytics tracking across all websites, you can install the Google Analytics Opt-out Browser Add-on:

You can also manage your Google account's ad personalization settings at:

7.2 Facebook / Meta Opt-Out

To control how Facebook uses your data for advertising purposes, you can visit:

7.3 Industry-Wide Opt-Out Tools

You can also use the following industry-wide opt-out platforms to opt out of interest-based advertising from many companies at once:

7.4 California Residents – Do Not Sell or Share My Personal Information

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, which may include data collected through advertising cookies. To exercise this right, please contact us at [email protected] with the subject line "Do Not Sell or Share My Personal Information."

8. Impact of Disabling Cookies

While you have the right to disable or restrict cookies, doing so may have an impact on your experience using our website. Below is a summary of the potential effects based on the type of cookie you choose to disable:

Cookie Type Impact of Disabling
Essential Cookies The website may not function properly. You may be unable to complete orders, log in, submit forms, or access secure areas of the website. Core features may break entirely.
Analytics Cookies We will be unable to track how our website is used or identify areas for improvement. Your browsing experience will not be directly affected, but we may not be able to optimize the site for better performance.
Functional Cookies You may lose personalized features such as saved preferences, language settings, and remembered cart items. You may need to re-enter information on each visit.
Advertising Cookies You will still see advertisements, but they will be less relevant to your interests. You may see the same ads more frequently, and they may not reflect your browsing preferences or behavior.

9. Do Not Track Signals

Some browsers have a "Do Not Track" (DNT) feature that signals to websites that you do not want to have your online activities tracked. Currently, there is no universal standard for how websites should respond to DNT signals. Our website does not currently alter its data collection and use practices in response to DNT signals. However, you can use the opt-out tools described in Section 7 to manage your tracking preferences.

10. Changes to This Cookie Policy

We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time to reflect changes in technology, applicable law, or our business practices. When we make changes, we will revise the "Last Updated" date at the top of this page. We encourage you to review this Cookie Policy periodically to stay informed about how we use cookies.

If we make significant changes that substantially alter how we use cookies or your rights with respect to them, we will provide a more prominent notice, such as a banner on our website or an email notification where appropriate.

11. Contact Us

If you have any questions, concerns, or requests regarding our use of cookies or this Cookie Policy, please do not hesitate to contact us using the information below:

Papa Ginos – Cookie Policy Inquiries

We will endeavor to respond to all inquiries within a reasonable timeframe. For California residents exercising rights under the CCPA/CPRA, we will respond within 45 days as required by law, with the possibility of a one-time 45-day extension if reasonably necessary.