Cookie Policy

Last Updated: May 15, 2026

1. Introduction

Welcome to Starbird Chicken. We operate the website starbirdchicken-eat.rest and are committed to being transparent about how we collect and use data related to your visit. This Cookie Policy is designed to help you understand what cookies are, how we use them, and what choices you have regarding their use.

This policy applies to all users who visit our website and should be read alongside our Privacy Policy and Terms of Service, which together govern your use of our digital platforms. If you have any questions about this 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 websites work more efficiently, to provide functionality, and to provide reporting information.

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. The parties that set these third-party cookies can recognize your device both when it visits our website and also when it visits certain other websites.

2.1 How Cookies Work

When you visit a website, the server sends a cookie to your browser, which stores it on your device. The next time you visit the same website, your browser sends the cookie back to the server. This allows the website to recognize your device, remember your preferences, and provide a more personalized experience.

Cookies do not typically contain any information that personally identifies a user, but personal information that we store about you may be linked to the information stored in and obtained from cookies. Cookies can be "persistent" or "session" cookies:

  • Session Cookies: These are temporary cookies that expire when you close your browser. They are used to remember your actions during a single browsing session.
  • Persistent Cookies: These remain on your device for a set period of time specified in the cookie. They are used to remember your preferences and actions across multiple visits.

2.2 Similar Tracking Technologies

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

  • Web Beacons (Pixel Tags): Small graphic files that allow us and our third-party partners to monitor website activity and collect certain types of information.
  • Local Storage Objects (LSOs): Similar to cookies but can store larger amounts of data and persist even when cookies are disabled.
  • JavaScript Tags: Code snippets embedded in our web pages that collect data about your interactions with our website.

3. Types of Cookies We Use

Starbird Chicken uses cookies for several different purposes. We have categorized these cookies to help you better understand how we use them:

3.1 Strictly Necessary / Essential Cookies

These cookies are required for the operation of our website. They enable core functionality such as security, network management, and account access. Without these cookies, essential services like online ordering and account login would not function properly. You cannot opt out of these cookies as they are fundamental to the operation of our website.

Essential cookies help us:

  • Maintain your session as you navigate through our pages
  • Process online food orders and transactions securely
  • Remember items you have added to your cart
  • Ensure the security of your account and our platform
  • Comply with legal and regulatory requirements

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 how visitors move 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 site and will not be able to monitor its performance.

Analytics cookies help us:

  • Understand how visitors interact with our website
  • Identify which pages and content perform best
  • Detect and resolve technical issues
  • Improve the overall user experience on our website
  • Track the effectiveness of our digital marketing campaigns

3.3 Functional Cookies

These cookies enable enhanced functionality and personalization on our website. 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 allow us to:

  • Remember your preferences such as your preferred location or language settings
  • Personalize your experience based on previous visits
  • Remember your login details for convenience
  • Provide live chat support and customer service features
  • Enable social media sharing functionality

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 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, but you will still see advertisements.

Advertising cookies help us and our partners:

  • Deliver relevant advertisements based on your interests
  • Limit the number of times you see an advertisement
  • Measure the effectiveness of advertising campaigns
  • Track conversions from our advertising efforts
  • Build audience profiles for remarketing purposes

4. Specific Cookies We Use

The following table provides detailed information about the specific cookies used on starbirdchicken-eat.rest, including their purpose, type, and duration:

Cookie Name Provider Purpose Type Duration
_session_id Starbird Chicken Maintains your browsing session and keeps you logged in as you navigate through our pages Essential Session
cart_token Starbird Chicken Stores information about items you have added to your online order cart Essential 24 hours
csrf_token Starbird Chicken Security cookie that prevents Cross-Site Request Forgery (CSRF) attacks on form submissions Essential Session
user_preferences Starbird Chicken Remembers your location preferences and dietary filter settings for a personalized menu experience Functional 1 year
cookie_consent Starbird Chicken Stores your cookie consent preferences so we do not ask for consent on every visit Essential 1 year
_ga Google Analytics Registers a unique ID that is used to generate statistical data on how visitors use the website. Used to distinguish users. Analytics 2 years
_gid Google Analytics Registers a unique ID that is used to generate statistical data on how visitors use the website. Used to distinguish users on a shorter basis. Analytics 24 hours
_gat Google Analytics Used by Google Analytics to throttle request rate and limit data collection on high-traffic websites Analytics 1 minute
_gcl_au Google Ads Used by Google Ads to store and track conversions, measure advertising campaign effectiveness, and enable remarketing features 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
_fbc Facebook (Meta) Stores the last visit made with a click on a Facebook ad so that conversions can be tracked Advertising 2 years
IDE Google DoubleClick Used by Google DoubleClick to register and report the website user's actions after viewing or clicking on one of the advertiser's advertisements with the purpose of measuring the efficacy of an ad and presenting targeted ads Advertising 1 year
NID Google Registers a unique ID that identifies a returning user's device. The ID is used for targeted ads and to remember user preferences Advertising 6 months
intercom-* Intercom Used to support our live chat and customer support functionality, remembering your conversation history and preferences Functional 9 months

Note: The list of cookies may be updated periodically as we add or remove third-party services. We encourage you to check this policy regularly for updates.

5. Third-Party Cookies and Services

In addition to our own cookies, we work with third-party service providers who may also set cookies on our website. These third parties include analytics providers, advertising networks, and social media platforms. We do not control these third-party cookies and recommend reviewing the privacy and cookie policies of these providers:

  • Google Analytics: Provides us with website traffic and user behavior analytics. Learn more at Google Privacy Policy.
  • Google Ads / Google Marketing Platform: Enables targeted advertising and conversion tracking. Learn more at Google Advertising.
  • Facebook / Meta Pixel: Enables social media advertising and retargeting. Learn more at Meta Privacy Policy.
  • Google DoubleClick: Provides programmatic advertising and ad serving services. Learn more at DoubleClick Advertising.

6. How to Manage and Disable Cookies

You have the right to decide whether to accept or reject cookies. You can exercise your cookie preferences in the following ways:

6.1 Cookie Consent Tool

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

6.2 Browser Settings

Most web browsers allow you to control cookies through their settings. You can configure your browser to refuse all cookies, or to alert you when cookies are being sent. Please note that if you disable cookies through your browser settings, some features of our website may not function properly, including the online ordering system.

Here are instructions for managing cookies in the most popular browsers:

6.3 Opt-Out Tools for Advertising Cookies

You can opt out of interest-based advertising from many third-party advertisers using the following tools:

  • Google Analytics Opt-Out: Install the Google Analytics Opt-Out Browser Add-on to prevent your data from being used by Google Analytics.
  • Google Ads Settings: Manage your ad preferences and opt out of personalized ads via Google Ad Settings.
  • Facebook / Meta Ad Preferences: Manage your advertising preferences via Facebook Ad Preferences.
  • Network Advertising Initiative (NAI): Use the NAI Opt-Out Tool to opt out of targeted advertising from NAI member companies.
  • Digital Advertising Alliance (DAA): Use the DAA Opt-Out Tool to manage your interest-based advertising preferences.
  • Your Online Choices (YOC): Visit Your Online Choices to manage online behavioral advertising preferences.

6.4 Mobile Device Settings

If you access our website via a mobile device, you can manage cookie and tracking settings through your device's operating system settings. Most mobile operating systems also allow you to reset your advertising identifier, which limits the ability of advertisers to track your behavior across apps and websites.

7. Impact of Disabling Cookies

Below is a summary of how disabling each category of cookies may impact your experience on starbirdchicken-eat.rest:

Cookie Type Impact of Disabling
Essential Cookies Cannot be disabled. Disabling these would cause the website to stop functioning correctly. Online ordering, account login, and secure transactions would not be possible.
Analytics Cookies We will be unable to collect data on how you use our website. This means we cannot improve our services based on your behavior. Your browsing experience will not be directly affected, but website improvements may be slower.
Functional Cookies Your preferences such as saved location, dietary filters, and login details will not be remembered between visits. You may need to re-enter information on each visit, leading to a less personalized experience.
Advertising Cookies You will still see advertisements, but they will be less relevant to your interests. You may see the same advertisements more frequently, and we will be unable to accurately measure the effectiveness of our marketing campaigns.

8. Your Privacy Rights Under U.S. Law

Starbird Chicken is committed to complying with applicable United States privacy laws. Depending on your state of residence, you may have additional rights regarding cookies and tracking technologies:

8.1 California Residents — CCPA/CPRA

If you are a resident of California, you have specific rights under the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA) as amended by the California Privacy Rights Act (CPRA). Some cookies, particularly advertising and analytics cookies, may constitute a "sale" or "sharing" of personal information as defined under California law. You have the right to:

  • Opt out of the sale or sharing of your personal information
  • Know what personal information is being collected about you
  • Request deletion of personal information collected through cookies
  • Limit the use and disclosure of sensitive personal information
  • Non-discrimination for exercising your privacy rights

To opt out of the sale or sharing of personal information via cookies, please use our cookie consent tool or contact us using the details provided below.

8.2 Other State Privacy Laws

Residents of other states, including Virginia, Colorado, Connecticut, Utah, and Texas, may also have rights regarding the collection and processing of personal data through cookies under their respective state privacy laws. Please contact us to exercise your rights under applicable state law.

8.3 FTC Act Compliance

Our use of cookies and tracking technologies is consistent with the guidelines and standards established by the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) under the FTC Act, including principles of transparency, consumer choice, and data security.

9. Do Not Track Signals

Some web 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. At this time, our website does not respond to DNT signals. However, you can use the cookie management tools described in Section 6 to control how cookies and tracking technologies are used on our website.

10. Children's Privacy

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. If you believe that we have inadvertently collected information from a child under 13 through cookies, please contact us immediately using the details below so that we can take appropriate action.

11. Updates to This Cookie Policy

We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time to reflect changes in technology, law, our business practices, or any other reason we consider appropriate. When we update this policy, we will revise the "Last Updated" date at the top of this page. We encourage you to periodically review this page to stay informed about our use of cookies.

If we make significant changes to this Cookie Policy, we may also notify you through a notice on our website or by email, where appropriate. Your continued use of our website after we post any modifications to the Cookie Policy will constitute your acknowledgment of the changes and your consent to abide by the modified policy.

12. 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 — Cookie Policy Inquiries

We will endeavor to respond to all legitimate cookie-related inquiries within a reasonable timeframe. For requests related to your privacy rights under applicable U.S. law, we will respond within the timeframe required by law.