Cookie Policy

Last Updated: May 14, 2026

1. Introduction

Welcome to Starbird Chicken ("we," "us," or "our"). This Cookie Policy explains how we use cookies and similar tracking technologies on our website chickenstarbird.rest (the "Website"). This policy is designed to help you understand what cookies are, how we use them, what choices you have regarding their use, and how they affect your browsing experience on our platform.

We are committed to being transparent about the data we collect and how we use it. This Cookie Policy should be read alongside our Privacy Policy and Terms of Service, which together govern your use of our Website. If you have any questions about how we use cookies, please contact us at [email protected].

This Cookie Policy complies with applicable United States federal and state laws, including the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA) as amended by the California Privacy Rights Act (CPRA), and the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) Act governing consumer protection and digital advertising practices.

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 to make websites work more efficiently, to improve user experience, and to provide information to website owners about how visitors interact with their sites.

Cookies are created by a web server and stored in your web browser. When you revisit the same website, the browser sends the cookie back to the server, allowing the website to recognize your device and recall your preferences or actions over time.

Cookies can be classified in different ways:

  • By party: First-party cookies are set by the website you are visiting. Third-party cookies are set by a domain other than the one you are visiting, typically by advertising networks, social media platforms, or analytics providers.
  • By duration: Session cookies are temporary and are deleted when you close your browser. Persistent cookies remain on your device for a set period of time or until you manually delete them.
  • By purpose: Cookies can be essential, functional, analytics-based, or advertising-focused, as described in detail below.

In addition to cookies, we may also use other similar tracking technologies such as web beacons (also known as pixel tags or clear GIFs), local storage objects (LSOs), and JavaScript tags. These technologies function similarly to cookies and may be used in conjunction with them to improve our services and understand user behavior.

3. Why We Use Cookies

Starbird Chicken uses cookies and similar technologies for several important purposes:

  • To ensure our Website functions correctly and securely
  • To remember your preferences and settings for future visits
  • To analyze how visitors interact with our Website so we can improve it
  • To deliver relevant and personalized advertising content
  • To measure the effectiveness of our marketing campaigns
  • To provide seamless online ordering and reservation experiences
  • To comply with legal obligations and enforce our terms

4. Types of Cookies We Use

We categorize the cookies we use into four main types, as described below:

4.1 Strictly Necessary / Essential Cookies

These cookies are essential for the basic functioning of our Website and cannot be switched off in our systems. They are typically set in response to actions you take, such as logging in, placing an online order, or filling out forms. Without these cookies, the services you have requested cannot be provided. You can set your browser to block these cookies, but certain parts of the Website may then not function correctly.

These cookies do not store any personally identifiable information and are used solely to provide core functionality.

4.2 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 how visitors move around the site. All information collected by these cookies is aggregated and therefore anonymous. If you do not allow these cookies, we will not know when you have visited our Website and will not be able to monitor its performance.

We primarily use Google Analytics to collect this information. Google Analytics uses cookies to track user interactions and generate statistical reports about Website usage.

4.3 Functional Cookies

Functional cookies enable enhanced functionality and personalization on our Website. They may be set by us or by third-party providers whose services we have added to our pages. These cookies allow the Website to remember choices you make (such as your preferred language, location, or saved items in your cart) and provide enhanced, more personalized features.

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

4.4 Advertising and Targeting Cookies

These cookies are set by our advertising partners and may be used to build a profile of your interests and show you relevant advertisements on other websites. They work by uniquely identifying your browser and internet device. If you do not allow these cookies, you will still see advertising, but it will be less targeted and relevant to your interests.

We use Google Ads and may integrate with Facebook and other advertising platforms to deliver targeted content to users who have expressed interest in our products and services.

5. Specific Cookies We Use

The following table provides detailed information about the specific cookies used on chickenstarbird.rest:

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. Used to distinguish users. 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 on a daily basis. Analytics 24 hours
_gat Google Analytics Used by Google Analytics to throttle request rate and limit the collection of data on high-traffic sites. Analytics 1 minute
_gcl_au Google Ads Used by Google AdSense for experimenting with advertisement efficiency across websites using their services. Tracks 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. Advertising 3 months
session_id Starbird Chicken Maintains your session state as you navigate through pages on our Website, including items in your cart and login state. Essential Session
csrf_token Starbird Chicken Helps prevent Cross-Site Request Forgery (CSRF) attacks by verifying that form submissions originate from our Website. Essential Session
user_prefs Starbird Chicken Stores user preferences such as location, dietary filters, and display settings to personalize your experience. Functional 1 year
cookie_consent Starbird Chicken Records whether you have accepted or declined the use of cookies on our Website, so we do not ask you again on subsequent visits. Essential 1 year
cart_data Starbird Chicken Stores items added to your online order cart so they are preserved if you navigate away or return to the Website. Functional 30 days
_ga_[ID] Google Analytics 4 Used to persist session state in Google Analytics 4, including tracking engagement and conversion events. Analytics 2 years
IDE Google DoubleClick Used by Google DoubleClick to register and report the website user's actions after viewing or clicking one of the advertiser's ads. Advertising 1 year

Note: The cookies listed above represent those currently in use. We may update this list periodically as our services evolve. Please check back regularly for the most current information.

6. Third-Party Cookies

Some cookies on our Website are placed by third-party service providers. We do not control how these third parties use cookies. Please refer to the respective privacy and cookie policies of these third parties for more information:

7. How to Manage and Disable Cookies

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

7.1 Browser Settings

Most web browsers allow you to control cookies through their settings. You can set your browser to refuse cookies, delete existing cookies, or alert you when cookies are being sent. Please note that disabling cookies may affect the functionality of our Website. Instructions for managing cookies in the most commonly used browsers are provided below:

  • Google Chrome: Go to Settings > Privacy and Security > Cookies and other site data. View instructions
  • Mozilla Firefox: Go to Options > Privacy & Security > Cookies and Site Data. View instructions
  • Apple Safari: Go to Preferences > Privacy > Cookies and website data. View instructions
  • Microsoft Edge: Go to Settings > Cookies and site permissions > Manage and delete cookies. View instructions
  • Opera: Go to Settings > Advanced > Privacy & security > Site Settings > Cookies. View instructions

7.2 Opt-Out Tools for Specific Services

You can opt out of specific third-party tracking and advertising cookies using the tools provided below:

Service Opt-Out Tool
Google Analytics Google Analytics Opt-out Browser Add-on
Google Ads / Personalized Advertising Google Ads Settings
Facebook / Meta Ads Facebook Ad Preferences
Network Advertising Initiative (NAI) NAI Opt-Out Tool
Digital Advertising Alliance (DAA) DAA Opt-Out Tool
European Interactive Digital Advertising Alliance (EDAA) Your Online Choices

7.3 Mobile Device Settings

If you access our Website through a mobile device, you can manage your advertising preferences through your device's settings:

  • iOS (Apple): Go to Settings > Privacy & Security > Tracking, and disable "Allow Apps to Request to Track."
  • Android: Go to Settings > Google > Ads, and enable "Opt out of Ads Personalization."

8. Impact of Disabling Cookies

While you have the right to disable cookies at any time, doing so may have the following impacts on your experience when using chickenstarbird.rest:

  • Essential cookies disabled: You may be unable to place online orders, log into your account, or use secure features of the Website. Core functionality will be impaired.
  • Functional cookies disabled: Your preferences (such as location, dietary filters, and saved favorites) will not be remembered between visits, and you will need to re-enter them each time you visit.
  • Analytics cookies disabled: We will not be able to track how you use our Website, which may limit our ability to improve the Website based on real user behavior. Your visit will still be counted, but without detailed interaction data.
  • Advertising cookies disabled: You will still see advertisements, but they will not be tailored to your interests or browsing history. You may also see the same ads repeatedly.

We respect your choices and will do our best to ensure that the core experience on our Website remains accessible regardless of your cookie preferences.

9. Do Not Track Signals

Some web browsers include a "Do Not Track" (DNT) feature that sends a signal to websites requesting that your browsing not be tracked. Currently, there is no universally accepted standard for responding to DNT signals, and our Website does not currently alter its data collection and use practices in response to DNT browser signals. We will update this policy if and when a uniform DNT standard is established.

10. California Privacy Rights (CCPA/CPRA)

If you are a California resident, you have specific rights regarding your personal information under the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA) as amended by the California Privacy Rights Act (CPRA). With respect to cookies and tracking technologies, you have the right to:

  • Know what personal information is collected about you through cookies and how it is used.
  • Opt out of the sale or sharing of your personal information for cross-context behavioral advertising purposes.
  • Delete personal information collected from you through cookies, subject to certain exceptions.
  • Limit the use of sensitive personal information collected through tracking technologies.
  • Non-discrimination — you will not be discriminated against for exercising any of these rights.

To exercise any of these rights, please contact us using the information provided in the Contact section below or email us at [email protected].

11. Children's Privacy

Our Website is not directed at children under the age of 13, and we do not knowingly use cookies to collect personal information from children under 13. If you believe we have inadvertently collected information from a child under 13, please contact us immediately at [email protected] and we will take prompt action to delete such information.

12. Updates to This Cookie Policy

We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time to reflect changes in technology, legislation, or our data practices. When we make significant changes, 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 the posting of any changes constitutes your acceptance of the updated Cookie Policy.

13. 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:

Starbird Chicken

We aim to respond to all inquiries within five (5) business days. For urgent matters related to your privacy rights, please clearly state the nature of your request in your message.