Cookie Policy

Last Updated: July 18, 2026

1. Introduction

Welcome to Dave's Hot Chicken's Cookie Policy. At Dave's Hot Chicken, we are committed to being transparent about how we collect and use data related to you. This Cookie Policy explains what cookies are, what types of cookies we use, how we use them, and how you can manage your cookie preferences when you visit our website at cafedaves.click.

This policy should be read alongside our Privacy Policy and Terms of Service, which provide additional information about how we collect and process your personal data. By using our website, you acknowledge that you have read and understood this Cookie Policy.

We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time to reflect changes in technology, regulation, or our business practices. Any changes will be posted on this page with a revised "Last Updated" date. We encourage you to review this policy periodically.

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 websites work more efficiently, to provide a better user experience, and to provide reporting information.

Cookies set by the website owner (in this case, Dave's Hot 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. The parties that set these third-party cookies can recognize your computer both when it visits the website in question and when it visits certain other websites.

Cookies do not typically contain any information that personally identifies a user. However, personal information that we store about you may be linked to the information stored in and obtained from cookies. Cookies cannot be used to run programs or deliver viruses to your device.

2.1 How Cookies Work

When you visit cafedaves.click, our web server sends a cookie to your browser, which stores it on your device. The next time you visit our site, your browser sends the cookie back to our server. This allows our server to recognize your browser and remember your preferences, shopping cart contents, login status, and other information from your previous visit.

Cookies can be either "session cookies" or "persistent cookies." Session cookies are temporary and are deleted from your device when you close your browser. Persistent cookies remain on your device for a set period of time or until you delete them manually.

3. Types of Cookies We Use

Dave's Hot Chicken uses several different types of cookies on our website. Below is a description of each type and its purpose:

3.1 Essential Cookies (Strictly Necessary)

These cookies are necessary for the website to function properly 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 online ordering, cannot be provided. These cookies do not store any personally identifiable information.

3.2 Analytics Cookies

These cookies allow us to count visits and traffic sources so we can measure and improve the performance of our site. They help us understand which pages are the most and least popular and see how visitors move around the site. All information these cookies collect is aggregated and therefore anonymous. If you do not allow these cookies, we will not know when you have visited our site and will not be able to monitor its performance.

3.3 Functional Cookies

These 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. Functional cookies remember your preferences, such as your location, language settings, and menu customizations, to provide a more personalized experience.

3.4 Advertising and Targeting Cookies

These cookies may be set through our site by our advertising partners. They may be used by those companies to build a profile of your interests and show you relevant adverts on other sites. They do not store directly personal information but are based on uniquely identifying your browser and internet device. If you do not allow these cookies, you will experience less targeted advertising. These cookies track your browsing habits to enable us to show advertising that is more likely to be of interest to you.

4. Specific Cookies We Use

The following table provides detailed information about the specific cookies used on cafedaves.click, including their name, 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 across pages. 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 within the same day. Analytics 24 hours
_gat Google Analytics Used by Google Analytics to throttle request rate — limits data collection on high-traffic sites to prevent server overload. Analytics 1 minute
_gcl_au Google Ads Used by Google AdSense to experiment with advertisement efficiency across websites using their services. Tracks conversions from Google Ads campaigns. 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. Tracks users across websites for advertising purposes. Advertising 3 months
_fbc Facebook (Meta) Stores the last ad click value. Used to track conversions from Facebook Ads campaigns. Advertising 2 years
cookieconsent_status cafedaves.click Records your cookie consent preferences so we do not repeatedly ask for consent on each page visit. Essential 1 year
PHPSESSID cafedaves.click Preserves user session state across page requests. Necessary for maintaining your session and any items in your online order. Essential Session
cart_token cafedaves.click Maintains the contents of your online food order cart across pages and sessions, ensuring your selections are not lost. Essential / Functional 7 days
user_preferences cafedaves.click Stores your preferences such as spice level choices, location selection, and menu display preferences for a personalized experience. Functional 30 days
location_data cafedaves.click Remembers your nearest Dave's Hot Chicken location to provide relevant menu items, pricing, and availability information. Functional 90 days
_gtag Google Tag Manager Used to manage and deploy marketing tags on our website, allowing us to implement analytics and advertising tracking without code changes. Analytics Session

Note: This table represents the primary cookies used on our website. Third-party cookies may be updated by their respective providers without prior notice to us. We strive to keep this list as current and accurate as possible.

5. Google Analytics and Google Ads

We use Google Analytics, a web analytics service provided by Google LLC, to analyze how visitors use our website. Google Analytics uses cookies to collect information such as how often users visit our site, what pages they visit, and what other sites they used prior to visiting cafedaves.click. Google Analytics collects only the IP address assigned to you on the date you visit this site, rather than your name or other identifying information. We do not combine the information collected through the use of Google Analytics with personally identifiable information.

We also use Google Ads (formerly Google AdWords) to promote Dave's Hot Chicken's food and services. The _gcl_au cookie is used to track conversions from our Google Ads campaigns, helping us understand whether users who clicked on one of our advertisements went on to complete a desired action, such as making a food order.

Google's ability to use and share information collected by Google Analytics about your visits to this site is restricted by the Google Analytics Terms of Service and the Google Privacy Policy. You can prevent Google Analytics from recognizing you on return visits by disabling cookies on your browser, or by using the Google Analytics Opt-out Browser Add-on (see Section 7 below).

6. Social Media and Advertising Cookies

Dave's Hot Chicken maintains an active presence on social media platforms including Facebook (Meta) and Instagram. When you visit cafedaves.click, social media cookies (such as the Facebook Pixel _fbp cookie) may be placed on your device. These cookies enable us to:

  • Measure the effectiveness of our advertising campaigns on social media platforms
  • Serve you targeted advertisements on social media based on your visit to our website
  • Track conversions from our social media ad campaigns
  • Build "lookalike audiences" — groups of users with similar characteristics to our existing customers
  • Analyze the performance of our social media marketing efforts

These cookies are controlled by the respective social media platforms and are subject to their own privacy policies. We encourage you to review the privacy policies of these platforms to understand how they use your data.

7. How to Manage and Disable Cookies

You have the right to decide whether to accept or reject non-essential cookies. You can exercise your cookie preferences through several methods:

7.1 Cookie Consent Banner

When you first visit cafedaves.click, you will be presented with a cookie consent banner that allows you to accept or decline different categories of cookies. You can change your preferences at any time by clicking the "Cookie Settings" link in the footer of our website.

7.2 Browser Settings

Most web browsers allow you to control cookies through their settings. Below are links to cookie management instructions for the most popular browsers:

Please note that if you choose to block all cookies through your browser settings, some features of our website may not function correctly, including the online ordering system.

7.3 Opt-Out Tools

In addition to browser settings, you can use the following tools to opt out of specific types of tracking and advertising cookies:

Service Opt-Out Tool What It Covers
Google Analytics Google Analytics Opt-out Browser Add-on Prevents Google Analytics from collecting your data across all websites
Google Ads Google Ads Settings Manage and opt out of personalized advertising from Google
Facebook (Meta) Facebook Ad Preferences Control how Facebook uses your data for ad targeting
Network Advertising Initiative NAI Opt-Out Tool Opt out of interest-based advertising from NAI member companies
Digital Advertising Alliance DAA Opt-Out Tool Opt out of interest-based advertising from DAA member companies
Your Privacy Choices (CPRA) Email us at [email protected] Exercise your California privacy rights, including opt-out of sale/sharing of personal information

8. Impact of Disabling Cookies

While you have the right to manage and disable cookies, please be aware that doing so may affect your experience on cafedaves.click. The following table outlines the potential impact of disabling each category of cookies:

Cookie Type Impact of Disabling
Essential Cookies The website may not function properly. Online food ordering may be unavailable. Session information will not be retained between pages. You may be unable to complete a food order.
Analytics Cookies We will be unable to understand how you use our website, making it more difficult for us to improve your experience. Website performance will not be affected for you personally, but we may be slower to identify and fix issues.
Functional Cookies Your preferences (such as your favorite location, spice preferences, and menu settings) will not be saved between visits. You may need to re-enter your preferences each time you visit our website.
Advertising Cookies You will still see advertisements for Dave's Hot Chicken on other websites, but they will be less relevant to your interests. Your online advertising experience will be less personalized overall.

9. Do Not Track (DNT) Signals

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, and we do not currently respond to DNT browser signals. We will continue to monitor developments in this area and update our practices accordingly if a uniform standard is adopted.

California residents may also have rights under the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA) and California Privacy Rights Act (CPRA) regarding the sale or sharing of their personal information. To exercise these rights, please contact us using the information provided in Section 11 below.

10. Cookies and Applicable US Law

Our cookie practices are designed to comply with applicable United States federal and state laws, including:

  • California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA) and California Privacy Rights Act (CPRA): California residents have the right to know what personal information is collected, to delete personal information, to opt-out of the sale or sharing of personal information, and to non-discrimination for exercising these rights. Our use of advertising and analytics cookies may constitute "sharing" of personal information under the CPRA. California residents may opt out by contacting us at [email protected].
  • Federal Trade Commission (FTC) Act: Our cookie practices comply with FTC guidelines regarding transparency and consumer protection. We are committed to clearly disclosing our data collection and use practices.
  • Children's Online Privacy Protection Act (COPPA): Our website is not directed at children under the age of 13, and we do not knowingly use cookies to collect personal information from children under 13. If you believe we have inadvertently collected such information, please contact us immediately.

11. Third-Party Websites

Our website may contain links to third-party websites, including food delivery platforms, social media sites, and partner restaurants. Please be aware that we do not control these third-party websites and their use of cookies is not covered by this Cookie Policy. We encourage you to review the cookie and privacy policies of any third-party websites you visit through links on cafedaves.click.

12. Updates to This Cookie Policy

We reserve the right to update this Cookie Policy at any time to reflect changes in technology, law, our business operations, or any other reason we deem necessary or appropriate. When we make changes, we will update the "Last Updated" date at the top of this page. If we make material changes, we may also notify you by placing a prominent notice on our website or by other means as required by applicable law.

Your continued use of cafedaves.click after any changes to this Cookie Policy will constitute your acceptance of the updated policy. If you do not agree with any changes, you should adjust your cookie preferences or discontinue your use of our website.

13. 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 assist you and will respond to your inquiry within a reasonable time frame.

Dave's Hot Chicken — Contact Information

This Cookie Policy was last updated on July 18, 2026, and applies to the website cafedaves.click operated by Dave's Hot Chicken.