Cookie Policy

Last Updated: July 16, 2026

1. Introduction

Welcome to Dewey's Pizza ("we," "us," or "our"). We operate the website deweyscafe.top and are committed to being transparent about the technologies we use to deliver our online services. This Cookie Policy explains what cookies are, how we use them, the types of cookies we deploy, and how you can manage your cookie preferences.

This policy should be read alongside our Privacy Policy and Terms of Service, which provide additional information about how we collect, use, and protect your personal data in accordance with applicable United States law, including the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA) and the California Privacy Rights Act (CPRA) for California residents, and the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) Act for general consumer protection.

By using our website, placing an online order, or browsing our menu at deweyscafe.top, you acknowledge that you have read and understood this Cookie Policy. If you do not agree to the use of cookies, please adjust your browser settings accordingly or refrain from using our website.

2. What Are Cookies?

Cookies are small text files that are placed on your device — such as your computer, smartphone, or tablet — when you visit a website. These files are created by your web browser and stored locally on your device. They allow websites to remember information about your visit, such as your preferred language, login status, items in your shopping cart, and other settings, making your next visit easier and the website more useful to you.

Cookies generally contain the following information:

  • The name of the cookie
  • The domain or website that placed the cookie
  • The expiration date of the cookie
  • A unique identifier or value stored within the cookie

Cookies are not programs and cannot carry viruses or malware. They cannot access other information stored on your device beyond what was originally placed in them.

2.1 How Cookies Work

When you visit deweyscafe.top for the first time, our web server sends a cookie file to your browser, which stores it on your device. The next time you visit our website, your browser sends the stored cookie back to our server, allowing the website to recognize you and recall your preferences. This process happens automatically and is invisible to most users.

Cookies can be set by the website you are visiting (known as "first-party cookies") or by third-party services such as Google Analytics, advertising platforms, or social media networks embedded within the site (known as "third-party cookies").

2.2 Similar Technologies

In addition to traditional cookies, we may also use similar tracking technologies, including:

  • Web Beacons (Pixel Tags): Tiny invisible images embedded in web pages or emails that track when a page has been viewed or an email has been opened.
  • Local Storage: A browser-based storage mechanism that allows websites to store data locally on your device, similar to cookies but with a larger capacity and no automatic expiry.
  • Session Storage: Temporary storage that is cleared when you close your browser tab or window.
  • Fingerprinting: A technique that collects information about your browser and device settings to create a unique identifier for analytics purposes.

For the purposes of this Cookie Policy, all references to "cookies" include these similar technologies unless otherwise specified.

3. Types of Cookies We Use

We use the following categories of cookies on deweyscafe.top:

3.1 Strictly Necessary / Essential Cookies

These cookies are essential for the operation of our website and cannot be disabled. They enable core functionality such as security, session management, accessibility features, and online ordering processes. Without these cookies, our website cannot function properly and services such as placing an order, logging into your account, or accessing secure pages would not be available.

Essential cookies do not require your consent under most applicable laws, as they are strictly required to provide you with the service you have requested. They do not collect personal information that could be used for marketing or tracking purposes.

3.2 Analytics and Performance Cookies

Analytics cookies help us understand how visitors interact with our website by collecting information about page visits, time spent on pages, error messages, and how users arrive at our site. This data is aggregated and anonymized, helping us improve the performance and user experience of deweyscafe.top.

We use Google Analytics to collect this type of data. The information generated by these cookies is transmitted to and stored by Google on servers in the United States. Google may use this data to evaluate your use of our website, compile reports on website activity, and provide other services related to website activity and internet usage.

3.3 Functional Cookies

Functional cookies allow our website to remember choices you make — such as your location, preferred language, whether you have opted into certain features, or items you have previously viewed — and provide enhanced, more personal features. These cookies may also be used to provide services you have asked for, such as watching a video or commenting on a blog post.

The information these cookies collect may be anonymized, and they cannot track your browsing activity on other websites.

3.4 Advertising and Targeting Cookies

Advertising cookies are used to deliver advertisements that are more relevant to you and your interests. They are also used to limit the number of times you see an advertisement and to help measure the effectiveness of advertising campaigns. They are typically placed by advertising networks such as Google Ads with the website operator's permission.

These cookies remember that you have visited a website and this information is shared with other organizations, such as advertisers. Quite often, targeting or advertising cookies will be linked to site functionality provided by the other organizations.

4. Specific Cookies We Use

The table below provides detailed information about the specific cookies used on deweyscafe.top, their 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 track sessions. Analytics 2 years
_gid Google Analytics Registers a unique ID used to generate statistical data on how the visitor uses the website. Stores and updates a unique value for each page visited. Analytics 24 hours
_gat Google Analytics Used by Google Analytics to throttle request rate. Limits the collection of data on high-traffic websites. Analytics 1 minute
_gcl_au Google Ads (AdSense) Used by Google AdSense to experiment with advertisement efficiency across websites using their services. Tracks ad conversions. Advertising 3 months
_ga_[ID] Google Analytics (GA4) Used to persist session state and track user behavior across sessions in Google Analytics 4. Analytics 2 years
PHPSESSID deweyscafe.top Preserves user session state across page requests. Necessary for online ordering functionality and shopping cart management. Essential Session
cart_token deweyscafe.top Stores your shopping cart contents so items are not lost when you navigate between pages or return to the site. Essential / Functional 30 days
cookie_consent deweyscafe.top Records whether you have accepted or declined the use of cookies on our website, preventing the consent banner from reappearing. Essential 1 year
user_preferences deweyscafe.top Stores user preferences such as preferred pizza size, crust type, or delivery address to personalize your browsing experience. Functional 6 months
auth_token deweyscafe.top Keeps you logged into your Dewey's Pizza account so you do not need to sign in on every visit. Functional 30 days
_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 provide a series of advertisement products, including real-time bidding. Tracks browsing across websites that use Facebook services. Advertising 3 months
__utmz Google Analytics (Legacy) Collects data on where the visitor came from, what search engine was used, what link was clicked, and what search term was used. Analytics 6 months
csrftoken deweyscafe.top Security cookie used to prevent Cross-Site Request Forgery (CSRF) attacks by validating form submissions originating from our website. Essential 1 year

* "Session" cookies are deleted automatically when you close your browser. All durations listed are approximate and may vary based on browser settings.

5. Third-Party Cookies

Some cookies on deweyscafe.top are placed by third-party services that appear on our pages. We do not control these third-party cookies, and they are governed by the privacy and cookie policies of the respective third parties. We encourage you to review the privacy policies of these third parties to understand how they use your data.

Key third parties whose cookies may be present on our website include:

6. How to Manage and Disable Cookies

You have the right to decide whether to accept or reject cookies (with the exception of strictly necessary cookies). There are several ways you can manage your cookie preferences:

6.1 Browser Settings

Most web browsers allow you to control cookies through their settings. You can set your browser to block cookies, delete existing cookies, or notify you when cookies are being set. Please note that blocking all cookies may affect the functionality of our website, particularly the online ordering system.

Below are links to cookie management instructions for popular browsers:

6.2 Opt-Out Tools

You can also use specific opt-out tools provided by third-party services to limit how your data is used for advertising and analytics purposes:

6.3 Mobile Device Settings

If you access our website from a mobile device, you can manage interest-based advertising through your device settings:

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

7. Impact of Disabling Cookies

The following describes how disabling each type of cookie may affect your experience:

7.1 Disabling Essential Cookies

Essential cookies cannot be disabled through our cookie management tools, as they are strictly required for the website to function. Attempting to block these cookies through your browser settings may result in:

  • Inability to place online orders or use the shopping cart
  • Inability to log into your Dewey's Pizza account
  • Loss of items saved in your cart between sessions
  • Potential security vulnerabilities due to the absence of CSRF protection
  • Broken page functionality and unexpected errors

7.2 Disabling Analytics Cookies

If you disable analytics cookies, we will be unable to collect aggregated data about how you and other visitors use our website. This means:

  • We cannot identify and fix performance issues or errors that may affect your experience
  • We cannot understand which pages or menu items are most popular to improve our offerings
  • We cannot measure the effectiveness of our website improvements

Disabling analytics cookies will not affect the core functionality of the website, and you will still be able to browse our menu and place orders normally.

7.3 Disabling Functional Cookies

Disabling functional cookies may result in a less personalized experience, including:

  • Your preferences (e.g., favorite pizza, saved delivery address) will not be remembered between visits
  • You will need to log in every time you visit the website
  • Certain enhanced features may not be available

7.4 Disabling Advertising Cookies

Disabling advertising cookies will not prevent you from seeing advertisements, but the ads you see will be less relevant to your interests. You may still see generic advertisements from Dewey's Pizza or our advertising partners. Disabling these cookies will not affect your ability to use the website or place orders.

8. Your Rights Under US Privacy Law

Depending on your state of residence, you may have certain rights regarding the use of your personal data, including data collected through cookies. These rights may include:

8.1 California Residents (CCPA/CPRA)

If you are a California resident, under the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA) and California Privacy Rights Act (CPRA), you have the following rights:

  • Right to Know: The right to know what personal information we collect through cookies and how it is used.
  • Right to Delete: The right to request deletion of personal information we have collected about you.
  • Right to Opt-Out of Sale or Sharing: The right to opt out of the sale or sharing of your personal information with third parties for cross-context behavioral advertising.
  • Right to Limit Use of Sensitive Personal Information: The right to limit the use of sensitive personal information.
  • Right to Non-Discrimination: The right not to be discriminated against for exercising your privacy rights.

To exercise any of these rights, please contact us using the details provided in Section 10 of this policy.

8.2 Other US Residents

Several US states have enacted comprehensive privacy laws that grant similar rights to residents, including Virginia (VCDPA), Colorado (CPA), Connecticut (CTDPA), Utah (UCPA), and others. We are committed to honoring your rights under applicable state law.

Additionally, the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) Act prohibits unfair or deceptive practices in commerce, which includes deceptive data collection practices. We are committed to compliance with all applicable FTC guidelines and regulations.

9. Updates to This Cookie Policy

We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our use of cookies, applicable laws, or for other operational, legal, or regulatory reasons. Any changes will be posted on this page with an updated "Last Updated" date at the top of the policy.

We encourage you to review this Cookie Policy periodically to stay informed about how we use cookies. Your continued use of deweyscafe.top after any changes to this policy constitutes your acceptance of the updated terms.

Where required by law, we will notify you of significant changes through a prominent notice on our website or by sending you an email notification.

10. 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. We are happy to provide clarification or assist you with managing your cookie preferences.

Dewey's Pizza — Contact Information

We will respond to all cookie-related inquiries within a reasonable timeframe. For privacy-related requests submitted under applicable state law, we will respond within the timeframes mandated by law (typically 45 days, with the possibility of an extension where permitted).