Cookie Policy
Understanding how we use cookies to enhance your dining experience
Last Updated: January 26, 2026
1. Introduction
Welcome to Mod Pizza's Cookie Policy. This policy explains how we use cookies and similar tracking technologies on our website mods-pizzas.digital to provide you with the best possible dining and online ordering experience.
By using our website, you consent to the use of cookies in accordance with this Cookie Policy. This policy should be read together with our Privacy Policy, which explains how we collect, use, and protect your personal information.
We believe in transparency about our data practices, especially when it comes to how we enhance your experience with our authentic wood-fired pizzas through technology. This policy will help you understand what cookies are, how we use them, and how you can manage your preferences.
2. What Are Cookies
Cookies are small text files that are stored on your computer, tablet, or mobile device when you visit our website. They contain information about your browsing activity and preferences, allowing websites to remember you and provide a more personalized experience.
Think of cookies as digital memory aids that help our website remember your preferences - like your favorite pizza toppings, delivery location, or whether you prefer to browse our menu in a specific way. They make your online ordering experience smoother and more efficient.
Types of Cookies by Function
- Session Cookies: These temporary cookies are deleted when you close your browser. They help maintain your shopping cart and login status during your visit.
- Persistent Cookies: These cookies remain on your device for a set period or until you delete them. They remember your preferences for future visits.
- First-party Cookies: Set directly by our website (mods-pizzas.digital) to enhance your experience with our services.
- Third-party Cookies: Set by external services we use, such as Google Analytics or payment processors, to provide additional functionality.
3. Why We Use Cookies
At Mod Pizza, we use cookies for several important purposes that directly benefit your dining experience:
Essential Website Functionality
Some cookies are essential for our website to function properly. These enable core features like:
- Maintaining items in your shopping cart while you browse our menu
- Remembering your login status for online ordering
- Ensuring secure transactions for payment processing
- Load balancing to ensure optimal website performance during peak ordering times
Performance and Analytics
We use performance cookies to understand how visitors interact with our website, helping us improve our services:
- Tracking which menu items are most popular
- Understanding user journey through our ordering process
- Identifying and fixing technical issues
- Measuring website loading times and performance
User Experience Personalization
Functionality cookies help us provide a personalized experience:
- Remembering your preferred location for delivery estimates
- Storing your dietary preferences and allergen information
- Customizing menu displays based on your previous orders
- Language and accessibility preferences
Marketing and Advertising
With your consent, we use marketing cookies to:
- Show you relevant ads for our latest pizza specials
- Track the effectiveness of our promotional campaigns
- Provide personalized offers based on your ordering history
- Enable retargeting to remind you about items left in your cart
4. Types of Cookies We Use
4.1 Strictly Necessary Cookies
These cookies are essential for our website to function and cannot be switched off. They're usually only set in response to actions made by you, such as logging in or filling in forms.
4.2 Performance/Analytics Cookies
These cookies help us understand how visitors interact with our website by collecting anonymous information about usage patterns.
4.3 Functionality Cookies
These cookies enable enhanced functionality and personalization, such as remembering your location preferences and customizing your ordering experience.
4.4 Targeting/Marketing Cookies
These cookies are set by our advertising partners and may be used to build a profile of your interests and show you relevant ads on other sites.
5. Third-Party Cookies
We work with trusted third-party services to enhance your experience and provide additional functionality. These partners may set their own cookies when you visit our website.
Google Analytics
We use Google Analytics to understand how visitors use our website, which helps us improve our menu presentation and ordering process. Google Analytics uses cookies to collect anonymous information about your visit.
Privacy Policy: Google Privacy Policy
Facebook/Meta
Facebook cookies help us measure the effectiveness of our social media advertising and provide personalized ads to pizza lovers who might be interested in our offerings.
Privacy Policy: Facebook Data Policy
Payment Processors
Our payment partners (such as Stripe or PayPal) use cookies to ensure secure transactions and prevent fraud during online ordering.
Stripe Privacy Policy: Stripe Privacy
PayPal Privacy Policy: PayPal Privacy
6. Cookie Duration
Different cookies have different lifespans depending on their purpose:
- Session Cookies: Deleted automatically when you close your browser. Used for shopping cart and login sessions.
- Short-term (1-30 days): Marketing cookies for campaign tracking and recent activity.
- Medium-term (1-6 months): Functional cookies for location preferences and menu customization.
- Long-term (1-2 years): Analytics cookies for understanding long-term usage patterns and essential preference cookies.
7. How to Manage Cookies
7.1 Browser Settings
You can manage cookies through your web browser settings. Here are instructions for popular browsers:
- Click the three dots menu in the top right corner
- Select "Settings" from the dropdown menu
- Click on "Privacy and security" in the left sidebar
- Select "Cookies and other site data"
- Choose your preferred cookie settings or click "See all cookies and site data" to manage individual cookies
- To block all cookies, select "Block all cookies" (note: this may break website functionality)
- Click the hamburger menu (three lines) in the top right corner
- Select "Settings" (or "Preferences" on Mac)
- Click on "Privacy & Security" in the left panel
- Scroll down to the "Cookies and Site Data" section
- Click "Manage Data..." to view and delete specific cookies
- Use the dropdown to choose between Standard, Strict, or Custom cookie blocking
- In the Safari menu, select "Preferences" (or use Cmd+comma)
- Click on the "Privacy" tab
- Choose your cookie preferences from the "Block all cookies" options
- Click "Manage Website Data..." to view and remove individual cookies
- Use "Remove All" to delete all stored data or select specific sites
- Click the three dots menu in the top right corner
- Select "Settings" from the menu
- Click on "Cookies and site permissions" in the left sidebar
- Select "Cookies and site data"
- Choose between "Allow", "Block third-party cookies", or "Block all cookies"
- Click "See all cookies and site data" to manage individual cookies
7.2 Opt-Out Links
You can also opt out of specific third-party tracking services:
- Google Analytics: Google Analytics Opt-out Browser Add-on
- Facebook Ads: Facebook Ad Preferences
- Network Advertising Initiative: NAI Opt-out Tool
- Digital Advertising Alliance: DAA WebChoices Tool
7.3 Our Cookie Consent Tool
When you first visit our website, you'll see a cookie banner that allows you to choose your preferences. You can:
- Accept all cookies for the full experience
- Reject non-essential cookies while keeping necessary ones
- Customize your preferences by cookie category
- Change your mind at any time by clearing your browser data and revisiting our site
8. Consequences of Disabling Cookies
Important Notice
While you can disable cookies, doing so may significantly impact your experience on our website. Here's what might not work properly:
Limited Functionality
- Online Ordering: Your shopping cart may not maintain items between pages
- User Accounts: You may need to log in repeatedly during your session
- Personalization: We won't remember your location, dietary preferences, or favorite orders
- Payment Processing: Secure checkout processes may be interrupted
Degraded Experience
- Menu recommendations won't be personalized to your taste preferences
- You'll need to re-enter delivery information for each order
- Our website may load more slowly without optimization cookies
- You may see less relevant promotional offers and content
9. Do Not Track Signals
Some browsers include a "Do Not Track" (DNT) setting that sends a signal to websites requesting that they not track users. Currently, there is no industry standard for how websites should respond to DNT signals.
At Mod Pizza, we respect your privacy choices. While we don't automatically respond to DNT signals due to the lack of industry consensus, we provide you with granular control over cookie preferences through our cookie consent banner and this policy.
If privacy is a primary concern, we recommend using our cookie customization options to disable non-essential tracking while maintaining the functionality necessary for online ordering and account management.
10. Updates to This Policy
We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices, technology, legal requirements, or business operations. When we make significant changes, we will:
- Update the "Last Updated" date at the top of this policy
- Notify you through our website banner or email if you've subscribed to our newsletter
- For material changes, we may ask for your renewed consent through our cookie banner
- Archive previous versions of this policy for your reference if requested
We encourage you to review this Cookie Policy periodically to stay informed about how we use cookies and protect your privacy. Your continued use of our website after policy updates constitutes acceptance of the revised terms.
12. More Information
For more information about cookies and online privacy, you may find these resources helpful:
- All About Cookies - Comprehensive cookie information
- Cookiepedia - Cookie database and explanations
- FTC Privacy Online - Federal Trade Commission privacy guidance
- Google Chrome Help - Browser cookie management
- Firefox Support - Cookie management in Firefox
If you have any questions about this Cookie Policy or how we use cookies, we're here to help!
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