Cookie Policy

Last Updated: April 20, 2026

1. Introduction

Welcome to Wing Snob ("we," "us," or "our"). This Cookie Policy applies to our website located at wingxsnob.rest and explains how we use cookies and similar tracking technologies when you visit our site.

By continuing to browse and use our website, you acknowledge that you have read and understood this Cookie Policy. If you do not agree to our use of cookies, you may adjust your browser settings or refrain from using our website. Please note that disabling certain cookies may affect the functionality of our site.

This Cookie Policy should be read alongside our Privacy Policy and Terms of Service, both of which are available on our website. This policy is governed by applicable United States federal and state laws, including the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) Act and, where applicable, the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA) as amended by the California Privacy Rights Act (CPRA).

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, work more efficiently, and to provide reporting information.

Cookies set by the website owner (in this case, Wing Snob) 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 — for example, advertising, interactive content, and analytics. The parties that set these third-party cookies can recognize your device both when it visits the website in question and also when it visits certain other websites.

2.1 How Cookies Work

When you visit our website for the first time, a cookie file is sent to your browser and stored on your device. The next time you visit our site, your browser reads the cookie and sends the information back to the website that originally created it. This process allows the website to recognize your device and remember information about your visit, such as your preferred settings and what pages you viewed.

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. For more details on how we handle your personal information, please refer to our Privacy Policy.

2.2 Other Tracking Technologies

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

  • Web Beacons (Pixel Tags): Small graphic images or code embedded in web pages or emails that track whether a user has accessed specific content.
  • Local Storage: A browser feature that allows websites to store data locally within the browser with no expiration date.
  • Session Storage: Similar to local storage but data is cleared when the browser session ends.
  • JavaScript Tags: Code snippets that collect information about how users interact with our website.

3. Types of Cookies We Use

We use the following categories of cookies on our website:

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 which amount to a request for services, such as setting your privacy preferences, logging in, or filling in forms. Without these cookies, services that you have asked for cannot be provided.

You can set your browser to block or alert you about these cookies, but some parts of the site will not then work. These cookies do not store any personally identifiable information.

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 site. They help us to know 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.

We primarily use Google Analytics for this purpose. Google Analytics collects information about how visitors use our website, which we use to compile reports and improve our site. Google Analytics cookies collect information in a way that does not directly identify anyone.

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, then some or all of these services may not function properly. These cookies remember choices you make — such as your preferred language, region, or other settings — 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 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.

We use Google Ads and may use Facebook advertising tools to help us deliver relevant advertisements to users who have previously visited our website.

4. Specific Cookies We Use

The table below provides detailed information about the specific cookies used on wingxsnob.rest:

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 within a single session. Analytics 24 hours
_gat Google Analytics Used by Google Analytics to throttle request rate. Limits data collection on high-traffic sites. Analytics 1 minute
_ga_[ID] Google Analytics (GA4) Used to persist session state across pages in Google Analytics 4. Collects data on the number of times a user has visited the website and dates of the first and most recent visit. Analytics 2 years
_gcl_au Google Ads Used by Google AdSense for experimenting with advertisement efficiency across websites using their services. Tracks ad conversions and attribution. 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 with a Facebook click identifier (fbclid) in the URL when a user arrives from a Facebook advertisement. Advertising 2 years
cookieconsent_status Wing Snob (First-Party) Stores the user's cookie consent preferences so the cookie consent banner is not shown on every page visit. Essential 1 year
PHPSESSID Wing Snob (First-Party) Preserves user session state across page requests. Essential for website functionality including form submissions and order processing. Essential Session
cart_session Wing Snob (First-Party) Maintains the contents of your online order/cart between page visits so items are not lost when navigating the site. Functional Session / 7 days
user_preferences Wing Snob (First-Party) Remembers user preferences such as preferred location, language settings, and display options to provide a personalized experience. Functional 6 months
_hjSessionUser_[ID] Hotjar Set when a user first lands on a page. Persists the Hotjar User ID which is unique to that site. Ensures data from subsequent visits to the same site are attributed to the same user ID. Analytics 1 year
_hjSession_[ID] Hotjar Holds current session data. Ensures subsequent requests within the session window are attributed to the same session. Analytics 30 minutes

Note: This table reflects cookies currently in use as of April 20, 2026. The specific cookies deployed on our website may change from time to time. We will update this table when we make material changes to our cookie usage.

5. How to Manage and Control Cookies

You have the right to decide whether to accept or reject cookies (other than strictly necessary cookies). You can exercise your cookie preferences in the following ways:

5.1 Browser Settings

Most web browsers allow you to control cookies through their settings preferences. You can set your browser to refuse all or some browser cookies, or to alert you when websites set or access cookies. If you disable or refuse cookies, please note that some parts of this website may become inaccessible or not function properly.

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

5.2 Opt-Out Tools for Specific Services

In addition to browser-level controls, you can opt out of specific third-party cookie services using the tools provided below:

Service Opt-Out Link Description
Google Analytics Google Analytics Opt-Out Browser Add-On Install the Google Analytics Opt-out Browser Add-on to prevent data from being used by Google Analytics.
Google Ads / Personalized Ads Google Ads Settings Manage personalized ad preferences across Google services and partner websites.
Facebook / Meta Ads Facebook Ad Preferences Control what information Facebook uses to show you ads on Facebook and off Facebook.
Network Advertising Initiative (NAI) NAI Opt-Out Tool Opt out of interest-based advertising from NAI member companies.
Digital Advertising Alliance (DAA) DAA Opt-Out Tool Opt out of interest-based advertising delivered by participating companies.
Hotjar Hotjar Opt-Out Opt out of Hotjar's data collection and session recording on all websites.

5.3 Mobile Device Settings

If you access our website via a mobile device, you can control advertising identifiers through your device settings:

  • iOS (iPhone/iPad): Go to Settings → Privacy & Security → Tracking, and disable "Allow Apps to Request to Track." You can also go to Settings → Privacy & Security → Apple Advertising and enable "Limit Ad Tracking."
  • Android: Go to Settings → Google → Ads, and select "Opt out of Ads Personalization" or reset your advertising ID.

6. Impact of Disabling Cookies

While you have the right to disable or restrict cookies, please be aware that doing so may impact your experience on our website. The following table outlines what functionality may be affected:

Cookie Type Impact of Disabling
Essential Cookies The website may not function correctly. You may be unable to place online orders, submit contact forms, or access certain secure areas of the website. Core features may become unavailable.
Analytics Cookies We will be unable to track and analyze website traffic and usage patterns. This will limit our ability to improve the website experience for all users. No direct impact on your personal browsing experience.
Functional Cookies Your preferences may not be saved between visits. You may need to re-enter information such as your location or preferences each time you visit the site. Certain features like saved cart contents may not work.
Advertising Cookies You will still see advertisements, but they will be less relevant to your interests. You may see the same ads repeatedly, and we will be unable to measure the effectiveness of our advertising campaigns.

7. California Privacy Rights

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) regarding the personal information collected through cookies.

Specifically, you have the right to:

  • Know what personal information is being collected about you through cookies and tracking technologies.
  • Opt Out of the sale or sharing of your personal information. Please note that certain advertising cookies may constitute "sharing" of personal information under the CPRA.
  • Limit Use of sensitive personal information collected through cookies.
  • Non-Discrimination for exercising your privacy rights.

To exercise your California privacy rights, please contact us using the information provided in Section 10 of this policy, or visit our Privacy Policy for a complete description of your rights and how to exercise them.

8. Do Not Track Signals

Some browsers include a "Do Not Track" (DNT) feature that signals to websites that a user does not want their online activity tracked. There is currently no universally accepted standard for how websites should respond to DNT signals. At this time, our website does not respond to browser DNT signals. However, you can use the opt-out tools described in Section 5 to control tracking on our website.

9. Updates to This Cookie Policy

We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time to reflect changes in technology, applicable laws, or our business operations. When we make changes, we will update the "Last Updated" date at the top of this page. We encourage you to review this Cookie Policy periodically to stay informed about our use of cookies and related technologies.

If we make material changes to this Cookie Policy, we may notify you through a prominent notice on our website or by other means, as appropriate. Your continued use of our website after any changes to this Cookie Policy will constitute your acknowledgment of the changes and your consent to abide and be bound by the modified Cookie Policy.

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:

Wing Snob

We are committed to working with you to resolve any concerns you may have about our use of cookies. We will endeavor to respond to all legitimate requests within 30 days. Occasionally, it may take us longer if your request is particularly complex or if you have made a number of requests. In this case, we will notify you and keep you updated on the progress of your request.