Effective Date: January 1, 2025
1. Introduction
This Cookie Policy explains how Bubbakoo's Burritos ("we," "us," or "our") uses cookies and similar tracking technologies when you visit our website at bubbakoos-burritos.rest (the "Website"). This policy explains what cookies are, how we use them, the types of cookies we use (i.e., the information we collect using cookies and how that information is used), and how to control cookie preferences.
By using our Website, you consent to the use of cookies in accordance with this Cookie Policy. If you do not agree to our use of cookies, you should set your browser settings accordingly or not use our Website. However, please note that disabling cookies may affect the functionality of our Website.
This Cookie Policy should be read in conjunction with our Privacy Policy, which provides additional information about how we collect, use, and protect your personal information.
2. What Are Cookies
Cookies are small text files that are stored on your computer or mobile device when you visit a website. They are widely used to make websites work more efficiently and to provide information to website owners about how users interact with their websites.
How Cookies Work
When you visit our Website, our server sends a cookie to your browser, which stores it on your device. The cookie contains information that can be read by the web server when you return to the site. Cookies can store various types of information, including your preferences, login status, and browsing behavior.
Types of Cookies
- Session Cookies: These are temporary cookies that are deleted when you close your browser. They help our Website remember what you did on the previous page, avoiding the need to re-enter information.
- Persistent Cookies: These cookies remain on your device for a predetermined period or until you delete them. They help our Website recognize you as a returning visitor.
- First-party Cookies: These are cookies set directly by our Website domain.
- Third-party Cookies: These are cookies set by domains other than our Website, such as analytics or advertising partners.
3. Why We Use Cookies
We use cookies for several important reasons that enhance your experience on our Website and help us improve our food services:
Essential Website Functionality
Some cookies are essential for the basic functionality of our Website. These include cookies that enable you to log into secure areas, use our shopping cart, and navigate through different pages efficiently.
Performance Improvement
We use cookies to analyze how visitors use our Website, which pages are most popular, and how long users spend on different pages. This information helps us improve our Website's performance and user experience.
User Experience Personalization
Cookies help us remember your preferences, such as your preferred language, location for delivery estimates, and dietary restrictions. For our food service, this includes:
- Remembering items in your shopping cart
- Storing your delivery address for faster checkout
- Remembering your favorite menu items and previous orders
- Customizing menu recommendations based on your preferences
Analytics and Statistics
We use analytical cookies to understand how our Website is being used, which helps us improve our services and develop new features that better serve our customers' needs.
Marketing and Advertising
We use marketing cookies to show you relevant advertisements about our food offerings and promotions. These cookies help us understand which marketing campaigns are most effective and ensure we're showing you content that's relevant to your interests.
4. Types of Cookies We Use
The following tables detail the specific cookies used on our Website:
4.1 Strictly Necessary Cookies
| Cookie Name | Provider | Purpose | Type | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| PHPSESSID | Bubbakoo's Burritos | Maintains user session and login status | Session | Session |
| cart_session | Bubbakoo's Burritos | Stores shopping cart contents | Persistent | 7 days |
| csrf_token | Bubbakoo's Burritos | Security protection against cross-site request forgery | Session | Session |
| cookieConsent | Bubbakoo's Burritos | Remembers your cookie consent preferences | Persistent | 1 year |
| location_data | Bubbakoo's Burritos | Stores delivery location for order processing | Persistent | 30 days |
4.2 Performance/Analytics Cookies
| Cookie Name | Provider | Purpose | Type | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| _ga | Google Analytics | Distinguishes unique users and sessions | Persistent | 2 years |
| _gid | Google Analytics | Distinguishes unique users | Persistent | 24 hours |
| _gat | Google Analytics | Throttles request rate | Persistent | 1 minute |
| _gcl_au | Google Analytics | Stores and tracks conversions | Persistent | 90 days |
4.3 Functionality Cookies
| Cookie Name | Provider | Purpose | Type | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| user_preferences | Bubbakoo's Burritos | Stores user interface preferences and settings | Persistent | 1 year |
| delivery_location | Bubbakoo's Burritos | Remembers preferred delivery location | Persistent | 6 months |
| menu_filters | Bubbakoo's Burritos | Saves menu filter preferences (dietary restrictions, etc.) | Persistent | 3 months |
| order_history | Bubbakoo's Burritos | Stores recent order information for quick reordering | Persistent | 90 days |
4.4 Targeting/Marketing Cookies
| Cookie Name | Provider | Purpose | Type | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| _fbp | Tracks visits across websites for advertising purposes | Persistent | 90 days | |
| _fbc | Stores and tracks conversions | Persistent | 90 days | |
| fr | Enables ad delivery and retargeting | Persistent | 90 days | |
| ads_preferences | Bubbakoo's Burritos | Remembers advertising preferences and interests | Persistent | 1 year |
5. Third-Party Cookies
Our Website uses several third-party services that may set cookies on your device. These services help us analyze Website performance, deliver advertisements, and improve user experience.
Google Analytics
We use Google Analytics to understand how visitors interact with our Website. Google Analytics uses cookies to collect information such as how often users visit our Website, what pages they visit when they do so, and what other sites they used prior to coming to our site.
For more information about Google Analytics cookies, please visit: Google Analytics Cookie Usage
Facebook Pixel
We use Facebook Pixel to track conversions from Facebook ads, optimize ads, build targeted audiences for future ads, and remarket to people who have taken some kind of action on our Website.
For more information about Facebook cookies, please visit: Facebook Cookie Policy
Other Advertising Partners
We may work with other advertising networks and partners that use cookies to deliver relevant advertisements. These partners may collect information about your visits to our Website and other websites to provide targeted advertising.
6. Cookie Duration
The length of time a cookie will stay on your browsing device depends on whether it is a "persistent" or "session" cookie:
| Cookie Category | Duration Range | Details |
|---|---|---|
| Session Cookies | Browser session only | Deleted when you close your browser |
| Short-term Persistent | 1 minute - 24 hours | Rate limiting and temporary tracking |
| Medium-term Persistent | 7 days - 90 days | Shopping cart, preferences, advertising |
| Long-term Persistent | 6 months - 2 years | User preferences, analytics, long-term tracking |
7. How to Manage Cookies
You have several options for managing cookies on our Website:
7.1 Browser Settings
Most web browsers allow you to control cookies through their settings preferences. Here are instructions for popular browsers:
Google Chrome
- Click the three-dot menu icon in the top right corner
- Select "Settings"
- Click "Privacy and security" in the left sidebar
- Click "Cookies and other site data"
- Choose your preferred cookie settings
- To block cookies from specific sites, click "See all cookies and site data"
Mozilla Firefox
- Click the menu button (three horizontal lines) in the top right
- Select "Settings" or "Preferences"
- Click "Privacy & Security" in the left panel
- Under "Cookies and Site Data," choose your preferred settings
- Click "Manage Data" to see and delete specific cookies
Safari
- Click "Safari" in the top menu bar
- Select "Preferences"
- Click the "Privacy" tab
- Choose your cookie and website data settings
- Click "Manage Website Data" to view and delete specific cookies
Microsoft Edge
- Click the three-dot menu icon in the top right
- Select "Settings"
- Click "Cookies and site permissions" in the left sidebar
- Click "Cookies and site data"
- Configure your cookie settings as desired
7.2 Opt-Out Links
You can opt out of specific tracking and advertising cookies using these links:
- Google Analytics: Google Analytics Opt-out Browser Add-on
- Facebook Advertising: Facebook Ad Preferences
- General Advertising: Digital Advertising Alliance Opt-out
- Network Advertising Initiative: NAI Opt-out
7.3 Our Cookie Consent Tool
When you first visit our Website, you'll see a cookie consent banner that allows you to:
- Accept all cookies
- Reject non-essential cookies
- Customize your cookie preferences by category
You can change your cookie preferences at any time by clicking the "Cookie Settings" link in our website footer or by clearing your browser cookies and revisiting our site.
8. Consequences of Disabling Cookies
If you choose to disable cookies, you may experience the following limitations:
- Shopping Cart: Items may not be saved in your cart between visits
- Order History: We won't be able to save your previous orders for easy reordering
- Preferences: Your delivery location, dietary restrictions, and menu preferences won't be remembered
- User Account: You may need to log in more frequently
- Website Performance: Pages may load more slowly and some features may not work properly
- Personalization: We won't be able to show you relevant menu recommendations or promotions
- Analytics: We won't be able to improve our Website based on usage data
Essential cookies cannot be disabled as they are necessary for the basic functionality of our Website, including security features and order processing.
9. Do Not Track Signals
Some browsers include a "Do Not Track" (DNT) feature that lets you tell websites that you do not want to have your online activities tracked. When you choose to turn on the DNT setting in your browser, your browser sends a special signal to websites, analytics companies, ad networks, plug-in providers, and other web services you encounter while browsing to stop tracking your activity.
Currently, our Website does not respond to DNT browser signals, as there is no standard way for websites to respond to these signals. However, you can still control cookies through your browser settings and our cookie consent tool as described in this policy.
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 other factors. When we make changes to this policy, we will:
- Update the "Last Updated" date at the top of this policy
- Post a notice on our Website's homepage for at least 30 days
- For significant changes, send an email notification to registered users
- Update our cookie consent banner to reflect any new cookie types or purposes
We encourage you to review this Cookie Policy periodically to stay informed about how we use cookies and similar technologies. Your continued use of our Website after any changes to this policy will constitute your acceptance of such changes.
11. Contact Us
If you have any questions about this Cookie Policy or our use of cookies, please contact us:
- Email: [email protected]
- Phone: +1 604-423-4840
- Address: 3593 Main St, Vancouver, BC V5V 3N4, Canada
For specific requests regarding cookies:
- Cookie preference changes
- Technical issues with cookie settings
- Questions about third-party cookies
- Requests to delete stored cookie data
12. More Information
For more information about cookies and how to manage them, you can visit these helpful resources:
- All About Cookies - Comprehensive guide to cookies
- Cookiepedia - Database of cookies and their purposes
- Your Online Choices - Information about behavioral advertising