Cookie Policy

Effective Date: May 15, 2026  |  Last Updated: May 15, 2026

1. Who We Are

This Cookie Policy applies to the website operated by Wing Snob, a food business based in the United States.

If you have any questions about how we use cookies, please contact us using the details provided above or in the Contact section at the end of this policy.

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. They are widely used across the internet to make websites work more efficiently, to provide functionality, and to give website owners useful information about how their sites are being used.

When you visit wingsnob-meal.click, our web server sends a cookie to your browser, which stores it on your device. The next time you visit the site, your browser sends that cookie back to our server, allowing us to recognize your device and remember information about your previous visit.

Cookies are not programs and cannot carry viruses or install malware on your computer. They are simply small data files that help improve your experience on our website.

2.1 How Cookies Work

Cookies work by storing a unique identifier or small pieces of data that can be read by the website that placed them — or in some cases, by third-party services we use. Depending on their purpose, cookies may:

  • Remember your login session so you do not have to sign in every time you visit.
  • Store your preferences, such as language or location settings.
  • Track how you navigate through our website so we can understand which pages are most popular.
  • Deliver targeted advertisements based on your browsing behavior.
  • Measure the effectiveness of our marketing campaigns.

2.2 Types of Cookies by Duration

Cookies can be classified 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 maintain your experience during a single browsing session.
  • Persistent Cookies: These remain on your device for a set period of time specified in the cookie, or until you manually delete them. They are used to remember your preferences across multiple visits.

2.3 First-Party vs. Third-Party Cookies

  • First-Party Cookies: These are set directly by Wing Snob when you visit wingsnob-meal.click. We control these cookies and use them primarily to make our website function properly.
  • Third-Party Cookies: These are set by external services that we use on our website, such as Google Analytics, Google Ads, and social media platforms. These third parties have their own privacy and cookie policies.

3. Similar Tracking Technologies

In addition to traditional cookies, we may also use other tracking technologies that function similarly:

  • Web Beacons (Pixel Tags): Small transparent images embedded in web pages or emails that allow us to track whether you have opened an email or visited a page.
  • Local Storage: A browser feature that allows websites to store larger amounts of data on your device than cookies. We may use local storage for performance purposes.
  • JavaScript Tags: Small pieces of code embedded in our website that collect information about your visit and send it to third-party analytics platforms.

4. Categories of Cookies We Use

Wing Snob uses the following categories of cookies on wingsnob-meal.click:

4.1 Essential / Strictly Necessary Cookies

These cookies are absolutely necessary for the website to function correctly. Without them, basic features of the site — such as page navigation, secure areas, and shopping cart functionality — would not work. Because they are strictly necessary, they cannot be disabled without affecting how the website functions. These cookies do not store any personally identifiable information.

4.2 Performance and Analytics Cookies

These cookies collect information about how visitors use our website — for example, which pages are visited most often, how long visitors spend on each page, and whether they receive error messages. The data collected is aggregated and anonymous. We use this information to improve how our website works and to understand visitor behavior. We use Google Analytics to power these insights.

4.3 Functional Cookies

Functional cookies allow our website to remember choices you make — such as your preferred language, region, or whether you have previously accepted our cookie notice — and provide enhanced, personalized features. These cookies may be set by us or by third-party providers whose services we use on our pages. If you do not allow these cookies, some or all of these features may not function properly.

4.4 Advertising and Targeting Cookies

These cookies are used to deliver advertisements that are more relevant to you and your interests. They may be used to limit the number of times you see an advertisement and to measure the effectiveness of advertising campaigns. They are usually placed by advertising networks with our permission. They remember that you have visited a website and this information is shared with other organizations such as advertisers. We use Google Ads and may use social media advertising tools for this purpose.

5. Specific Cookies We Use

The table below lists the specific cookies currently in use on wingsnob-meal.click, including 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 you use the website. This cookie helps distinguish unique users. Analytics 2 years
_gid Google Analytics Registers a unique ID used to generate statistical data on how you use the website. Stores and updates a unique value for each page visited. Analytics 24 hours
_gat Google Analytics Used to throttle request rate — limits the collection of data on high traffic sites. Prevents excessive data requests to Google's servers. Analytics 1 minute
_gcl_au Google Ads (AdSense) Used by Google AdSense for experimenting with advertisement efficiency across websites using their services. Tracks conversions and ad click effectiveness. Advertising 3 months
_ga_[ID] Google Analytics (GA4) Used to persist session state and distinguish users across sessions in Google Analytics 4 property tracking. Analytics 2 years
cookieconsent_status Wing Snob (First-Party) Stores the visitor's cookie consent choice so they are not shown the cookie banner on every page load. Essential / Functional 1 year
PHPSESSID Wing Snob (First-Party) Preserves user session state across page requests. Used to maintain the functionality of the website during a browsing session. Essential Session
_fbp Facebook (Meta) Used by Facebook to deliver a series of advertisement products, such as real-time bidding from third-party advertisers. Tracks user activity across websites. Advertising 3 months
fr Facebook (Meta) Used by Facebook to deliver, measure, and improve the relevance of ads. Contains a unique browser and user ID combination for targeted advertising. Advertising 3 months
NID Google Registers a unique ID that identifies a returning user's device. Used for targeted advertising and to remember user preferences such as preferred language. Advertising / Functional 6 months

6. Legal Basis for Using Cookies

Wing Snob is based in the United States and our use of cookies is governed by applicable U.S. law. Our practices are guided by the following:

  • Federal Trade Commission (FTC) Act: We are committed to transparency in our data practices in accordance with the FTC's consumer protection standards, including its guidelines on online behavioral advertising and disclosure.
  • California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA) / California Privacy Rights Act (CPRA): If you are a California resident, you have specific rights regarding cookies that constitute "selling" or "sharing" of personal information, including the right to opt out of the sale or sharing of your personal data collected via advertising cookies. Please see our Privacy Policy for more details on your California rights.
  • CAN-SPAM Act and Children's Online Privacy Protection Act (COPPA): 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.

For essential cookies, no consent is required as they are necessary for the website to function. For all other categories of cookies, we seek your consent through our cookie consent banner when you first visit our website.

7. How to Manage and Disable Cookies

You have several options for controlling the cookies placed on your device. Please note that restricting cookies may impact the functionality and features available to you on our website.

7.1 Browser Settings

Most web browsers allow you to control cookies through their settings preferences. You can set your browser to refuse all cookies, accept only certain cookies, or notify you when a cookie is being set. The links below provide instructions for managing cookies in major browsers:

If you use a mobile device, please refer to your device manufacturer's instructions for managing cookies through your mobile browser.

7.2 Third-Party Opt-Out Tools

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

Google Analytics Opt-Out

To prevent Google Analytics from collecting data about your website visits, you can install the Google Analytics Opt-out Browser Add-on:

Google Ads Personalization

To opt out of personalized Google Ads, visit Google's Ad Settings page:

Facebook / Meta Ads Opt-Out

To manage your advertising preferences on Facebook and its related platforms:

Network Advertising Initiative (NAI)

You can opt out of interest-based advertising from NAI member companies:

Digital Advertising Alliance (DAA)

Use the DAA's opt-out tool for participating companies:

7.3 Do Not Track (DNT)

Some browsers include a "Do Not Track" (DNT) feature that signals to websites that you do not want your online activities 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 behavior in response to DNT signals. We encourage you to use the opt-out tools listed above if you wish to limit tracking.

7.4 California Residents – Global Privacy Control (GPC)

If you are a California resident, you may use a browser or browser extension that sends a Global Privacy Control (GPC) signal to websites indicating that you do not want your personal information sold or shared. We will process GPC signals as a valid opt-out of the sale/sharing of personal information, as required under the California Privacy Rights Act (CPRA). For more information about GPC, visit https://globalprivacycontrol.org.

8. Impact of Disabling Cookies

While you have the right to disable or restrict cookies, please be aware that doing so may affect the functionality and your experience on wingsnob-meal.click. The following outlines the impact of disabling each category of cookies:

Cookie Category Impact If Disabled
Essential Cookies The website may not function properly. Core features such as page navigation, form submissions, and secure access may be unavailable. We strongly recommend keeping these enabled.
Analytics Cookies We will not be able to collect data about your visit. This means we cannot measure and improve website performance. Your browsing experience will not be directly affected.
Functional Cookies Personalized features may not work. Your preferences may not be saved between visits, and you may need to re-enter information each time you visit.
Advertising Cookies You will still see advertisements, but they will no longer be tailored to your interests. You may see the same generic ads more frequently.

9. Third-Party Websites

Our website may contain links to third-party websites, plug-ins, and applications. Clicking on those links or enabling those connections may allow third parties to collect or share data about you. We do not control these third-party websites and are not responsible for their cookie or privacy practices. We encourage you to review the privacy and cookie policies of any third-party site you visit.

10. Changes to This Cookie Policy

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

If we make material changes to how we use cookies, we will notify you by displaying a prominent notice on our website or by other means, such as email, where appropriate.

11. Contact Us

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

Wing Snob — Cookie Policy Inquiries

We aim to respond to all privacy-related inquiries within 30 business days. California residents may also submit requests to exercise their rights under the CCPA/CPRA through the contact information provided above.