Cookie Policy

Last Updated: May 17, 2026

1. Introduction

Welcome to Starbird Chicken. We are committed to being transparent about how we collect and use data related to your visits to our website, starbirdchicken-eat.top. This Cookie Policy provides detailed information about how and why we use cookies, what types of cookies we use, and how you can manage your cookie preferences.

This policy should be read alongside our Privacy Policy and Terms of Service, which together govern your use of our website and our handling of your personal data. Our practices are consistent with applicable United States federal and state privacy laws, including the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA) and the California Privacy Rights Act (CPRA), where applicable, as well as Federal Trade Commission (FTC) guidelines on digital advertising and consumer protection.

If you have any questions about this Cookie Policy, please contact us using the details provided at the end of this document.

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 by website owners to make their websites work, or to work more efficiently, as well as to provide reporting information and deliver personalized experiences to users.

Cookies are created by the web server hosting a website and delivered to the browser application on your device. Your browser stores the cookie file and sends it back to the server each time you visit the same website. This process allows the website to recognize your device and remember certain information about your visit, such as your preferred language, settings, and other preferences.

Cookies set by the website owner — in this case, Starbird Chicken — are called first-party cookies. Cookies set by parties other than the website owner are called third-party cookies. Third-party cookies enable third-party features or functionality to be provided on or through the website, such as advertising, interactive content, and analytics.

2.1 How Cookies Work

When you first visit starbirdchicken-eat.top, our server sends a cookie to your browser. The next time you visit, your browser checks whether it has a cookie that matches our domain. If it finds one, it sends the cookie back to our server along with your page request. This allows us to recognize your device and tailor our website's content and functionality accordingly.

Cookies typically contain the following information:

  • The name of the server that set the cookie
  • A unique identifier (a randomly generated number)
  • The expiration date of the cookie
  • The domain and path of the website that can access the cookie

Cookies do not typically contain personally identifiable information by themselves, but the information they store can sometimes be linked to personal data we hold about you in other ways.

2.2 Similar Tracking Technologies

In addition to cookies, we may use other similar tracking technologies on our website, including:

  • Web Beacons (Pixel Tags): Small graphic images embedded in web pages or emails that allow us to track whether you have accessed specific content or opened an email.
  • Local Storage: A browser feature that allows websites to store data on your device beyond the lifecycle of a single session.
  • Session Storage: Similar to local storage, but data is cleared when your browser session ends.
  • JavaScript Tags: Snippets of code that may collect information about your browser, device, and interactions with our website.

3. Types of Cookies We Use

We use four main categories of cookies on our website. Each serves a different purpose, and you have varying degrees of control over each type.

3.1 Strictly Necessary / Essential Cookies

These cookies are required for the operation of our website and cannot be switched off in our systems. They are usually only set in response to actions made by you, such as setting your privacy preferences, logging in, or filling in forms. Without these cookies, services you have asked for — such as placing an online food order — cannot be provided.

Essential cookies do not store any personally identifiable information and are exempt from cookie consent requirements under most applicable laws, including guidance from the FTC and state-level consumer protection frameworks.

3.2 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 see how visitors navigate through the site. All information these cookies collect is aggregated and therefore anonymous.

We primarily use Google Analytics for this purpose. Google Analytics collects data such as how long you spend on our pages, what device and browser you use, and how you arrived at our site. This helps us make informed decisions about how to improve the website experience for our customers.

3.3 Functional Cookies

Functional cookies enable the website to provide enhanced functionality and personalization. They may be set by us or by third-party providers whose services we have added to our pages. If you do not allow these cookies, some or all of these services may not function properly. For example, functional cookies may remember your location so we can show you the nearest Starbird Chicken location, or remember your food preferences for a more personalized ordering experience.

3.4 Advertising and Targeting Cookies

These cookies are set through our website by our advertising partners. They may be used by those companies to build a profile of your interests and show you relevant advertisements on other websites. They do not directly store personal information, but are based on uniquely identifying your browser and internet device.

We work with platforms such as Google Ads and potentially Facebook/Meta to deliver targeted advertising. These cookies track your online activity to help advertisers deliver more relevant advertising or to limit how many times you see an ad. If you do not allow these cookies, you will experience less targeted advertising.

4. Specific Cookies We Use

The table below lists the specific cookies used on starbirdchicken-eat.top, 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 the visitor uses the website. Used to distinguish users. Analytics 2 years
_gid Google Analytics Registers a unique ID used to generate statistical data on how the visitor uses the website. Used to distinguish users for a single day. Analytics 24 hours
_gat Google Analytics Used to throttle request rate — limits the collection of data on high-traffic sites. Analytics 1 minute
_gcl_au Google Ads Used by Google AdSense to experiment with advertisement efficiency across websites using their services. Tracks ad click conversions. 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 across page requests, enabling features such as shopping cart and order placement. 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
cookie_consent Starbird Chicken Stores your cookie consent preferences so we do not ask for them again on your next visit. Essential / Functional 12 months
user_location Starbird Chicken Stores your approximate location (if provided) to display the nearest Starbird Chicken restaurant and localized menu options. Functional 30 days
preferred_language Starbird Chicken Remembers your preferred language setting for future visits. Functional 12 months
_dc_gtm_UA-XXXXXXX Google Tag Manager Used by Google Tag Manager to control the loading of a Google Analytics script tag. Analytics 1 minute

5. How to Manage and Disable Cookies

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

5.1 Browser Settings

Most web browsers allow you to control cookies through their settings preferences. You can set your browser to refuse all cookies, or to alert you when cookies are being sent. The steps to manage cookies vary by browser. Please refer to the following guides for the most popular browsers:

  • Google Chrome: Go to Settings > Privacy and Security > Cookies and other site data. You can block third-party cookies, clear cookies, or manage exceptions for specific websites.
  • Mozilla Firefox: Go to Settings > Privacy & Security > Cookies and Site Data. You can choose to block cookies and site data, or clear them when Firefox is closed.
  • Apple Safari: Go to Preferences > Privacy > Manage Website Data. You can block all cookies or remove stored website data.
  • Microsoft Edge: Go to Settings > Cookies and site permissions > Manage and delete cookies and site data. You can block third-party cookies or all cookies.
  • Opera: Go to Settings > Advanced > Privacy & security > Site Settings > Cookies and site data.

Please note that if you choose to block all cookies through your browser settings, you may not be able to access all or parts of our website, and some features (such as online ordering) may not function properly.

5.2 Opt-Out Tools for Third-Party Cookies

For cookies set by third-party services, you can use the opt-out tools provided by those companies:

Google

Facebook / Meta

Digital Advertising Alliance (DAA)

  • US residents can opt out of interest-based advertising from participating companies through the DAA's WebChoices Tool.

Network Advertising Initiative (NAI)

5.3 Mobile Device Settings

If you access our website through a mobile device, you may also be able to manage cookies and tracking through your device's settings:

  • iOS (iPhone/iPad): Go to Settings > Safari > Privacy & Security to block cookies.
  • Android: Go to the browser app settings to manage cookies and site data.
  • Additionally, you can opt out of interest-based advertising on mobile devices through the "Limit Ad Tracking" (iOS) or "Opt out of Ads Personalization" (Android) settings on your device.

6. Impact of Disabling Cookies

While you have the right to disable cookies, please be aware that doing so may impact your experience on our website. The following outlines what may happen if you disable specific types of cookies:

Cookie Type Impact of Disabling
Essential Cookies The website may not function properly. You may be unable to place orders, use the shopping cart, log in to your account, or submit forms securely. We strongly recommend keeping these enabled.
Analytics Cookies We will be unable to gather anonymous usage data to improve our website. Your experience will not be directly affected, but our ability to understand how visitors use our site will be limited.
Functional Cookies You may not receive personalized features such as location-based restaurant suggestions, saved food preferences, or language settings. The site will still work, but may feel less tailored to your needs.
Advertising Cookies You will still see advertisements, but they will be less relevant to your interests. Disabling these cookies does not reduce the total number of ads you see; it only affects their relevance to you.

7. Cookies and California Privacy Rights

If you are a California resident, you have specific rights under the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA) and the California Privacy Rights Act (CPRA) regarding the use of cookies and the personal data they may collect.

Under these laws, you have the right to:

  • Know what personal information is collected about you and how it is used.
  • Delete personal information collected about you (with certain exceptions).
  • Opt out of the sale or sharing of your personal information, including data shared through advertising cookies.
  • Non-discrimination for exercising your privacy rights.

Some of the advertising cookies used on our website may constitute the "sale" or "sharing" of personal information under California law. You can opt out of this by using the opt-out tools listed in Section 5.2 above or by contacting us directly using the details in Section 9.

To submit a verifiable consumer request under CCPA/CPRA, please contact us at [email protected].

8. Updates to This Cookie Policy

We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time to reflect changes in the cookies we use, changes in applicable laws, or updates to our business practices. When we make changes, we will update the "Last Updated" date at the top of this page and, where appropriate, notify you by other means such as a notice on our website or via email.

We encourage you to review this Cookie Policy periodically to stay informed about how we use cookies. Your continued use of our website starbirdchicken-eat.top after any changes to this policy constitutes your acceptance of those changes.

9. 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 will endeavor to respond to all inquiries within a reasonable timeframe, typically within 30 business days of receipt.