Cookie Policy

Last Updated: April 22, 2026

1. 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 more efficiently, as well as to provide reporting information and personalized experiences to visitors.

Cookies are set by the website you are visiting (known as "first-party cookies") or by third-party services that appear on the page (known as "third-party cookies"). Cookies allow a website to recognize your device and remember information about your visit, such as your preferred language, your login status, and other settings. This can make your next visit easier and the website more useful to you.

In addition to cookies, we may also use similar tracking technologies such as:

  • Web beacons (pixel tags): Tiny graphic images embedded in web pages or emails that allow us to track page visits or email opens.
  • Local storage: Similar to cookies, local storage allows a website to store information on your browser for later use.
  • Session storage: Temporary data storage that is cleared when you close your browser tab or window.
  • JavaScript tags: Small pieces of code that can collect information about how you interact with a website.

For the purposes of this Cookie Policy, all of the above technologies are collectively referred to as "cookies."

2. How Do Cookies Work?

When you visit cafenrio.rest, our web server sends a cookie to your browser, which then stores it on your device. On your next visit to the same website, your browser sends the stored cookie back to the server. This allows the server to recognize your browser and recall any relevant information about your previous visits.

Cookies can be classified in several ways:

By Duration

  • Session Cookies: These are temporary cookies that exist only for the duration of your browsing session. They are automatically deleted when you close your browser. Session cookies are essential for certain website functions, such as keeping you logged in as you navigate between pages.
  • Persistent Cookies: These cookies remain on your device for a set period of time (specified in the cookie) or until you delete them manually. They are activated every time you visit the website that created them.

By Origin

  • First-Party Cookies: These are cookies set by Cafe Rio directly through cafenrio.rest.
  • Third-Party Cookies: These are cookies set by third-party services that we use, such as Google Analytics or advertising partners.

3. Types of Cookies We Use

We use four main categories of cookies on our website. Below is a detailed description of each type and its purpose.

3.1 Strictly Necessary (Essential) Cookies

These cookies are essential 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, certain features of our website may not work correctly. You can set your browser to block or alert you about these cookies, but some parts of the website may then not function as intended.

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 around the website. 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 website and will not be able to monitor its performance.

We use Google Analytics to help us understand how our visitors use the site. Google Analytics collects information such as how often users visit our website, what pages they visit, and what other websites they used before coming to our website. We use this information only to improve our website and the overall user experience.

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. These cookies remember choices you make (such as your preferred language or location) and provide more personal features.

3.4 Advertising and Targeting Cookies

These cookies may be 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 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, but you will still see ads.

We use Google Ads (formerly Google AdWords) conversion tracking cookies to help us measure the effectiveness of our advertising campaigns and to show relevant ads to visitors who have previously visited our website.

4. Specific Cookies We Use

The table below provides detailed information about the specific cookies used on cafenrio.rest, including their names, purposes, types, and durations.

Cookie Name Provider Purpose Type Duration
_ga Google Analytics Registers a unique ID used to generate statistical data about how visitors use the website. Used to distinguish users and sessions. Analytics 2 years
_gid Google Analytics Registers a unique ID used to generate statistical data about how visitors use the website. Used to distinguish users within a single day. Analytics 24 hours
_gat Google Analytics Used to throttle request rate, limiting the collection of data on high-traffic websites. Helps manage the rate of requests sent to Google Analytics servers. Analytics 1 minute
_gcl_au Google Ads Used by Google AdSense for experimenting with advertisement efficiency across websites using their services. Tracks conversions and ad clicks. Advertising 3 months
_ga_[container-id] Google Analytics (GA4) Used to persist session state and measure user engagement on the website through Google Analytics 4. Analytics 2 years
cookieconsent_status Cafe Rio (First-party) Stores the cookie consent status of the current user, so the consent notice is not displayed again on subsequent visits. Essential 1 year
PHPSESSID Cafe Rio (First-party) Preserves the user's session state across page requests. Required for the website to function correctly. Essential Session
_fbp Facebook / Meta Used by Facebook to deliver a series of advertisement products, including real-time bidding from third-party advertisers. 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. Advertising 3 months
locale Cafe Rio (First-party) Stores the user's language or locale preference to ensure a consistent experience on return visits. Functional 1 year
cart_session Cafe Rio (First-party) Maintains the contents of a user's online order or cart during a browsing session on our food ordering platform. Essential Session
__utmz Google Analytics (Legacy) Collects data about where the visitor came from, such as what search engine was used, what link was clicked, and what keywords were used. Analytics 6 months

5. How to Manage and Disable Cookies

You have the right to decide whether to accept or reject cookies. There are several ways you can manage your cookie preferences:

5.1 Browser Settings

Most web browsers allow you to manage your cookie preferences through the browser settings. You can set your browser to refuse cookies, or to delete certain cookies. Generally, you can also set up your browser so that it notifies you whenever a cookie is being placed on your device.

Below are links to cookie management instructions for the most popular browsers:

Please note that if you choose to disable cookies through your browser settings, our website may not function as intended. Some features may become unavailable, and your overall experience may be affected.

5.2 Opt-Out Tools Provided by Third Parties

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

Google Analytics Opt-Out

To prevent your data from being used by Google Analytics, you can install the Google Analytics Opt-Out Browser Add-on, which is available at:

Google Analytics Opt-Out Add-on

Additionally, you can opt out of Google's personalized advertising by visiting:

Google Ads Settings

Facebook / Meta Opt-Out

To opt out of Facebook's targeted advertising, visit your Facebook account's Ad Preferences page or use the following link:

Facebook Ad Preferences

Network Advertising Initiative (NAI) Opt-Out

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

NAI Opt-Out Tool

Digital Advertising Alliance (DAA) Opt-Out

You can opt out of interest-based advertising from DAA participating companies by visiting:

DAA Opt-Out Tool

Your Online Choices (for EU/EEA users)

If you are located in Europe, you may also visit:

Your Online Choices

5.3 Our Cookie Consent Tool

When you first visit cafenrio.rest, you will be presented with a cookie consent banner that allows you to accept or decline non-essential cookies. You can change your cookie preferences at any time by clicking on the cookie settings link available in the footer of our website.

6. Impact of Disabling Cookies

While you have the right to disable cookies at any time, doing so may affect your experience on our website. Below is a summary of the potential impact of disabling each type of cookie:

Cookie Type Impact of Disabling
Essential Cookies Core website functionality may be impaired. You may be unable to navigate the website properly, complete online orders, or use interactive features such as contact forms and reservation tools.
Analytics Cookies We will not be able to track your visit or collect data about how you use our website. This means we may have limited ability to improve website performance and user experience based on visitor data. Your browsing experience will otherwise be unaffected.
Functional Cookies Personalization features may not work correctly. For example, your language preferences may not be remembered, and you may need to re-enter preferences on each visit.
Advertising Cookies You will still see advertisements, but they will be less relevant to your interests and preferences. You may see the same ads more frequently, and we will be unable to measure the effectiveness of our advertising campaigns.

7. Cookies and Your Privacy Rights

As a business operating in the United States, Cafe Rio complies with applicable federal and state privacy laws, including the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA) as amended by the California Privacy Rights Act (CPRA) for California residents, and the Federal Trade Commission Act (FTC Act) governing consumer protection and fair business practices.

If you are a California resident, you have the following rights regarding your personal information, including data collected through cookies:

  • Right to Know: You have the right to know what personal information we collect, use, disclose, and sell.
  • Right to Delete: You have the right to request the deletion of your personal information.
  • Right to Opt-Out: You have the right to opt out of the sale or sharing of your personal information.
  • Right to Non-Discrimination: You have the right not to be discriminated against for exercising your privacy rights.
  • Right to Correct: You have the right to correct inaccurate personal information we hold about you.
  • Right to Limit Use: You have the right to limit the use and disclosure of sensitive personal information.

To exercise any of these rights, please contact us using the details provided in the Contact Us section below.

We do not sell personal information collected through cookies to third parties as defined under the CCPA/CPRA. However, the sharing of data with advertising partners for cross-context behavioral advertising may be considered a "sale" or "sharing" under California law. You may opt out of this by using the opt-out tools listed in Section 5 above or by contacting us directly.

8. Third-Party Cookies and Links

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 privacy policies or cookie practices. When you leave our website, we encourage you to read the cookie and privacy policies of every website you visit.

Third-party services we currently use that may place cookies on your device include, but are not limited to:

9. 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 law, or for other operational, legal, or regulatory reasons. We encourage you to review this page periodically to stay informed about our use of cookies.

The date at the top of this Cookie Policy indicates when it was last revised. Your continued use of cafenrio.rest after any changes to this policy constitutes your acceptance of the updated terms.

If we make material changes to this Cookie Policy, we will notify you through a prominent notice on our website or, where appropriate, by sending you a notification directly.

10. 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 using the information below:

Cafe Rio — Contact Information

We aim to respond to all inquiries within 30 business days. For urgent privacy-related requests from California residents exercising CCPA/CPRA rights, we will respond within 45 days as required by law.