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Cookie Policy

Last Updated: May 2, 2026

1. Introduction

Welcome to Hangry Joe's ("we," "us," or "our"). We operate the website located at hangry-joes.digital (the "Website"). This Cookie Policy is designed to help you understand what cookies are, how we use them, what types of cookies we deploy on our Website, and how you can manage your cookie preferences.

This policy should be read alongside our Privacy Policy and Terms of Service, which together govern your use of our Website and services. By accessing or using hangry-joes.digital, you acknowledge that you have read and understood this Cookie Policy.

We are committed to being transparent about our data practices. If you have any questions or concerns 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-enabled device when you visit a website. They are widely used by website operators to make their websites work more efficiently, to enhance the user experience, and to provide reporting information.

Cookies are created by the web server and sent to your browser when you visit a site. They are stored on your device and sent back to the server each time you make a request. This allows the server to recognize your device and remember certain information about your visit — such as your language preferences, login status, or items in your shopping cart.

Cookies can be either first-party cookies, which are set by the website you are visiting directly, or third-party cookies, which are set by a domain other than the one you are visiting. Third-party cookies are typically used for advertising, analytics, and social media purposes.

2.1 Other Tracking Technologies

In addition to cookies, we may use other similar technologies to track activity on our Website, including:

  • Web Beacons (Pixel Tags): Tiny graphic images embedded in web pages or emails that allow us to track page views, email opens, and user behavior.
  • Local Storage: A mechanism similar to cookies that allows websites to store data in your browser for longer periods without expiration.
  • Session Storage: Similar to local storage but data is cleared when you close your browser tab or window.
  • JavaScript Tags: Snippets of code that collect information about your browser, device, and interactions with our Website.
  • Device Fingerprinting: A technique that collects information about your device settings to create a unique identifier.

For the purposes of this policy, all of these technologies are collectively referred to as "cookies" unless otherwise specified.

3. Types of Cookies We Use

We use four main categories of cookies on hangry-joes.digital. Each category serves a distinct purpose, and some are essential for the Website to function properly while others are optional.

3.1 Strictly Necessary (Essential) Cookies

These cookies are absolutely essential for the Website to function properly and cannot be switched off in our systems. They are usually only set in response to actions you take — such as setting your privacy preferences, logging in, or filling out forms. Without these cookies, services you have asked for, such as placing a food order or accessing secure areas of the Website, cannot be provided.

Because these cookies are strictly necessary for the delivery of our Website and services, they do not require your consent under applicable law. However, you can still block them via your browser settings, though this may affect how the Website functions.

3.2 Analytics and Performance Cookies

These cookies allow us to count visits, traffic sources, and analyze how visitors move around our Website so we can measure and improve its performance. They help us understand which pages are the most and least popular, how long users spend on each page, and where visitors come from. All information collected by these cookies is aggregated and therefore anonymous.

We primarily use Google Analytics to collect this information. If you do not allow these cookies, we will not know when you visited our Website and will be unable to monitor its performance effectively.

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. Functional cookies remember your preferences and choices — such as your preferred language, your region, or whether you have previously dismissed a notification banner.

If you disable these cookies, some or all of these services may not function properly, and your experience on our Website may be less personalized.

3.4 Advertising and Targeting Cookies

These cookies are 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 work by uniquely identifying your browser and internet device. If you do not allow these cookies, you will experience less targeted advertising, but you will still see advertisements — they may just be less relevant to your interests.

These cookies may also be used to measure the effectiveness of advertising campaigns and to limit the number of times you see a particular advertisement.

4. Specific Cookies We Use

The table below provides a detailed breakdown of the specific cookies used on hangry-joes.digital, 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. Distinguishes unique users by assigning a randomly generated number as a client identifier. Analytics 2 years
_gid Google Analytics Registers a unique ID used to generate statistical data on how the visitor uses the website. Used to throttle request rate and to distinguish users. Analytics 24 hours
_gat Google Analytics Used by Google Analytics to throttle request rate. Limits data collection on high-traffic sites. Analytics 1 minute
_gcl_au Google Ads (AdSense) Used by Google AdSense to experiment with advertisement efficiency across websites using their services. Stores and tracks conversions. 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. Advertising 3 months
fr Facebook / Meta Used by Facebook to deliver, measure, and improve the relevancy of ads. Contains a unique browser and user ID, used for targeted advertising. Advertising 3 months
cookieconsent_status Hangry Joe's Stores the user's cookie consent preferences to avoid displaying the consent banner on every page load. Essential 1 year
PHPSESSID Hangry Joe's Preserves user session state across page requests. Necessary for the Website to function correctly, including the ordering process. Essential Session
cart_token Hangry Joe's Maintains the contents of your food order cart so items are not lost if you navigate away from the order page. Functional 7 days
user_pref Hangry Joe's Stores your user preferences such as preferred location, dietary filters, and display settings to personalize your experience. Functional 6 months
_hjSessionUser Hotjar Ensures data from subsequent visits to the same site are attributed to the same user ID. Collects statistical data about website usage behavior. Analytics 1 year
_hjSession Hotjar Holds current session data. Used to ensure that subsequent page views in the same session are attributed to the same session. Analytics 30 minutes

Note: The above list may not be exhaustive. Third-party services may update their cookies from time to time. We recommend reviewing the privacy and cookie policies of these third parties for the most current information.

5. How We Use Cookie Information

The information we collect through cookies is used for the following purposes:

  • Providing Core Services: Enabling essential website functionality such as the food ordering process, user authentication, and payment processing.
  • Improving User Experience: Remembering your preferences so you do not have to re-enter them on subsequent visits.
  • Website Analytics: Understanding how visitors interact with our Website so we can improve its design, content, and functionality.
  • Marketing and Advertising: Delivering relevant advertisements about our food offerings, promotions, and services to you on our Website and on third-party platforms.
  • Fraud Prevention and Security: Detecting and preventing fraudulent transactions and unauthorized access to our systems.
  • Compliance: Meeting our legal obligations under applicable federal and state laws, including the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA) and the California Privacy Rights Act (CPRA).

6. Legal Basis for Using Cookies

Our use of cookies is governed by applicable United States law, including but not limited to:

  • The Federal Trade Commission Act (FTC Act), which requires transparency in data collection practices and prohibits unfair or deceptive practices.
  • The California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA) and its amendment, the California Privacy Rights Act (CPRA), which grant California residents specific rights regarding their personal information, including the right to opt out of the sale or sharing of personal data.
  • The CAN-SPAM Act and other applicable federal regulations governing electronic communications.

For strictly necessary cookies, we rely on our legitimate interest in providing a functioning website and food ordering service. For all other cookies, we rely on your consent, which you may withdraw at any time using the methods described in Section 7 of this policy.

If you are a California resident, you have the right to opt out of the "sale" or "sharing" of your personal information, which may include data collected through certain advertising cookies. You may exercise this right by contacting us at [email protected] or using our cookie preference center.

7. How to Manage and Control Cookies

You have the right to decide whether to accept or reject non-essential cookies. You can exercise your cookie preferences in the following ways:

7.1 Cookie Consent Banner

When you first visit hangry-joes.digital, you will be presented with a cookie consent banner that allows you to accept all cookies, reject non-essential cookies, or customize your preferences by category. You can revisit and update your preferences at any time by clicking the "Cookie Settings" link in the footer of our Website.

7.2 Browser Settings

Most web browsers allow you to manage cookies through their settings. You can set your browser to refuse all cookies, accept only certain types of cookies, or to alert you when cookies are being sent. The following links provide instructions for managing cookies in popular browsers:

Please note that restricting cookies through your browser settings may affect the functionality of our Website and other websites you visit.

7.3 Opt-Out Tools for Specific Third Parties

You can also opt out of specific third-party cookies using the tools provided by those companies:

Third Party Opt-Out / Preference Tool Description
Google Analytics Google Analytics Opt-Out Browser Add-on Install a browser add-on that prevents Google Analytics from collecting data about your visits.
Google Ads Google Ads Settings Manage your Google ad personalization preferences and opt out of personalized advertising.
Facebook / Meta Facebook Ad Preferences Control how Facebook uses your data for advertising purposes on and off their platforms.
Hotjar Hotjar Opt-Out Prevent Hotjar from collecting session and behavioral data during your visits.
Network Advertising Initiative (NAI) NAI Opt-Out Tool Opt out of interest-based advertising from all NAI member companies at once.
Digital Advertising Alliance (DAA) DAA Opt-Out Tool Opt out of interest-based advertising from DAA participating companies.

7.4 Mobile Device Settings

If you access our Website from a mobile device, you can control advertising tracking through your device settings:

  • iOS (Apple): Go to Settings > Privacy & Security > Tracking to manage app tracking permissions. You can also enable "Limit Ad Tracking" in Settings > Privacy & Security > Apple Advertising.
  • Android (Google): Go to Settings > Google > Ads to opt out of personalized advertising or reset your advertising ID.

8. Impact of Disabling Cookies

While you are free to manage and disable cookies at any time, please be aware that doing so may have the following impacts on your experience with hangry-joes.digital:

  • Essential Cookies Disabled: You may be unable to place food orders, log into your account, or complete checkout. Session data will not be maintained, meaning items may be lost from your cart if you navigate away from the page.
  • Analytics Cookies Disabled: We will be unable to gather data about how you use our Website, which may limit our ability to improve functionality and fix issues that affect your experience.
  • Functional Cookies Disabled: Your preferences such as language, location, and dietary filters will not be saved between visits. You will need to re-enter these preferences each time you visit our Website.
  • Advertising Cookies Disabled: You will still see advertisements, but they will be less relevant to your interests. You may also see the same advertisements repeated more frequently, as frequency capping will not function without these cookies.
  • Third-Party Content: Some embedded third-party content, such as social media sharing buttons, maps, or video players, may not function correctly if the relevant third-party cookies are disabled.

9. Cookies and Children's Privacy

Our Website is not directed at children under the age of 13, and we do not knowingly collect personal information from children through cookies or any other means. If you believe that a child under 13 has provided us with personal information through our Website, please contact us immediately at [email protected] so that we can take appropriate action.

In compliance with the Children's Online Privacy Protection Act (COPPA), we do not use advertising cookies that target children or collect personal data from users we know to be under the age of 13.

10. Do Not Track Signals

Some browsers include a "Do Not Track" (DNT) feature that signals to websites that you do not want to be tracked. Currently, there is no universally accepted standard for how websites should respond to DNT signals. As such, our Website does not currently alter its data collection or use practices in response to DNT signals.

However, you can use the opt-out tools and browser settings described in Section 7 of this policy to control the cookies and tracking technologies used on our Website.

11. Updates to This Cookie Policy

We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices, the cookies we use, or applicable legal requirements. When we make material changes, we will update the "Last Updated" date at the top of this policy and, where appropriate, notify you via 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 hangry-joes.digital after any changes constitutes your acceptance of the updated Cookie Policy.

12. Contact Us

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

Hangry Joe's — Cookie Policy Inquiries

We will respond to all legitimate inquiries within a reasonable timeframe, typically within 30 days of receipt. If you are a California resident and wish to exercise your rights under the CCPA/CPRA, including the right to opt out of the sale or sharing of your personal information, please contact us at the email address above with the subject line "California Privacy Rights Request."