Cookie Policy

Last Updated: May 13, 2026

1. Introduction

Welcome to Starbird Chicken ("we," "us," "our," or "the Company"). We operate the website chicken-starbird.top (the "Site") to provide information about our food services, menu offerings, locations, and online ordering capabilities.

This Cookie Policy explains what cookies are, how we use them, the types of cookies we place on your device, and how you can control or 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.

We are committed to being transparent about how we collect and use data related to your browsing experience. By using our Site, you acknowledge that you have read and understood this Cookie Policy.

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 to make websites work more efficiently, to improve user experience, and to provide information to the website owner.

Cookies serve several fundamental purposes:

• Authentication: Cookies help websites recognize you when you log in, so you don't have to re-enter your credentials on every page.
• Remembering Preferences: They allow websites to remember choices you've made, such as your language preference, region, or items in a shopping cart.
• Analytics: Cookies help us understand how visitors interact with our Site, which pages are most popular, and how users navigate through our content.
• Advertising: Cookies can be used to deliver targeted advertisements that are relevant to your interests.

2.1 How Cookies Work

When you visit chicken-starbird.top for the first time, our server sends a small data file (the cookie) to your browser, which stores it on your device. Each subsequent time you visit our Site, your browser sends the cookie back to our server, allowing the website to recognize you and remember your preferences or track your activity.

Cookies do not typically contain personally identifiable information on their own. However, they may be linked to personal information that you have previously provided to us or that is collected through other means.

2.2 Similar Tracking Technologies

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

• Web Beacons (Pixel Tags): Tiny invisible images embedded in web pages or emails that track whether a page has been viewed or an email has been opened.
• Local Storage: Browser-based storage that allows websites to store data locally on your device, similar to cookies but with a larger storage capacity.
• Session Storage: Temporary storage that is cleared when your browsing session ends.
• Scripts: Small pieces of JavaScript code that collect information about your device and browsing behavior.

3. Types of Cookies We Use

We use the following categories of cookies on chicken-starbird.top:

3.1 Strictly Necessary (Essential) Cookies

These cookies are essential for the operation of our website. Without them, certain features and services cannot be provided. They are typically set in response to actions you take such as setting your privacy preferences, logging in, or filling out forms. You cannot opt out of these cookies as they are necessary for the Site to function properly.

Essential cookies help with:

• Maintaining your session while browsing
• Remembering items added to your cart during an online order
• Ensuring secure connections and preventing fraudulent activity
• Loading the website correctly across different browsers

3.2 Analytics and Performance Cookies

These cookies allow us to collect information about how visitors use our Site. All information collected is aggregated and anonymous — it does not identify individual users. We use this data to improve how our website works and to understand which pages and features are most popular.

We use Google Analytics to gather analytics data. Google Analytics is a web analytics service provided by Google LLC, and it uses cookies to track and report website traffic. The information generated by the cookie about your use of the website is transmitted to and stored by Google on servers in the United States. For more information on how Google uses this data, visit: https://policies.google.com/privacy.

3.3 Functional Cookies

Functional cookies enable our 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 features may not function correctly.

Functional cookies help with:

• Remembering your location preferences for finding nearby Starbird Chicken restaurants
• Storing your order history and preferences
• Personalizing content based on your previous interactions
• Enabling live chat or customer support features

3.4 Advertising and Targeting Cookies

These cookies are used to deliver advertisements that are more relevant to you and your interests. They are also used to limit the number of times you see an advertisement and to help measure the effectiveness of advertising campaigns. They are usually placed by advertising networks with the website operator's permission. They remember that you have visited a website and this information may be shared with other organizations such as advertisers.

We work with advertising partners including Google Ads and Meta (Facebook) to serve targeted advertisements to users who may be interested in our food offerings.

4. Specific Cookies We Use

The following table provides detailed information about the specific cookies used on chicken-starbird.top:

Note: This table reflects our current cookie usage and is updated periodically. The actual cookies present on our site may vary depending on the features and services being accessed.

5. Legal Basis for Using Cookies

We operate our website and services from the United States. Our use of cookies is governed by applicable U.S. federal and state laws, including:

• The California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA) and California Privacy Rights Act (CPRA): If you are a California resident, you have specific rights regarding cookies that constitute the "sale" or "sharing" of personal information. Advertising and targeting cookies may qualify as sharing of personal information under California law. You have the right to opt out of such sharing.
• The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) Act: We comply with FTC guidelines regarding transparency in online data collection and unfair or deceptive trade practices.
• The Computer Fraud and Abuse Act (CFAA): We use cookies only for lawful purposes consistent with your authorized use of our Site.

For essential cookies, our legal basis is legitimate interest — these are strictly necessary for the Site to function. For analytics, functional, and advertising cookies, our legal basis is your consent, which you provide by continuing to use our Site after being presented with this policy.

6. How to Manage and Disable Cookies

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

6.1 Browser Settings

Most web browsers allow you to control cookies through their settings. You can typically find these settings in the "Options," "Preferences," or "Settings" menu of your browser. Below are links to instructions for managing cookies in popular browsers:

Please note that if you use multiple devices or browsers, you will need to manage your cookie settings on each device and browser separately.

6.2 Opt-Out Tools for Specific Services

You can opt out of specific third-party cookies and tracking services using the following tools:

• Google Analytics Opt-Out: Install the Google Analytics Opt-out Browser Add-on available at: https://tools.google.com/dlpage/gaoptout
• Google Ads Personalization: Manage your Google ad settings at: https://adssettings.google.com
• Meta (Facebook) Ad Preferences: Manage your Facebook ad preferences at: https://www.facebook.com/adpreferences
• Network Advertising Initiative (NAI) Opt-Out: Use the NAI opt-out tool at: https://optout.networkadvertising.org
• Digital Advertising Alliance (DAA) Opt-Out: Use the DAA's opt-out tool at: https://optout.aboutads.info
• Microsoft Advertising Opt-Out: Manage Microsoft ad settings at: https://about.ads.microsoft.com

6.3 Do Not Track (DNT)

Some browsers have a "Do Not Track" (DNT) feature that signals to websites that you do not want your online activity tracked. Currently, there is no universally accepted standard for responding to DNT signals, and our Site does not currently respond to DNT browser settings. We will continue to monitor developments in this area and update our practices accordingly.

6.4 California Residents — Right to Opt Out of Sale/Sharing

Under the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA) and the California Privacy Rights Act (CPRA), California residents have the right to opt out of the "sale" or "sharing" of their personal information. The use of advertising and targeting cookies on our Site may constitute sharing of personal information for cross-context behavioral advertising purposes under California law.

To exercise your right to opt out, you may:

• Use the opt-out tools listed in Section 6.2 above
• Adjust your browser settings as described in Section 6.1
• Contact us directly at [email protected] to submit an opt-out request

7. Impact of Disabling Cookies

While you have the right to manage and restrict cookies, please be aware that doing so may affect your experience on chicken-starbird.top. The following impacts may occur depending on which cookies you disable:

7.1 If You Disable Essential Cookies

• You may not be able to add items to your cart or complete online food orders
• You will need to re-enter information on each page
• Security features such as CSRF protection may not function, putting your data at risk
• Your session may not be maintained as you navigate through different pages

7.2 If You Disable Analytics Cookies

• We will not be able to track how you use our website
• We cannot measure the performance of our website or identify areas for improvement
• Your browsing experience will generally be unaffected from your perspective

7.3 If You Disable Functional Cookies

• Your preferences and settings will not be remembered between visits
• You may need to re-select your preferred restaurant location each visit
• Personalized content and recommendations may not be available
• Live chat and customer support features may not work correctly

7.4 If You Disable Advertising Cookies

• You will still see advertisements, but they will be less relevant to your interests
• You may see the same ads more frequently
• We will be less able to measure the effectiveness of our marketing campaigns
• Your core browsing and ordering experience on our Site will not be affected

8. Third-Party Cookies and Links

Our website may contain links to third-party websites, and some cookies on our Site are set by third-party service providers. We do not control these third-party services or their cookies. We encourage you to review the privacy and cookie policies of any third-party websites you visit through links on our Site.

Our primary third-party service providers include:

• Google LLC — Analytics and advertising services. Privacy Policy: https://policies.google.com/privacy
• Meta Platforms, Inc. — Social media and advertising services. Privacy Policy: https://www.facebook.com/privacy/policy
• Microsoft Corporation — Advertising services. Privacy Policy: https://privacy.microsoft.com

9. Cookie Retention Periods

Cookies are retained for varying lengths of time depending on their purpose:

• Session Cookies: These are temporary cookies that are deleted when you close your browser. They are used to maintain your session while you navigate through the website.
• Persistent Cookies: These cookies remain on your device for a set period after the browser is closed. The duration varies from one minute (e.g., _gat) to two years (e.g., _ga), as specified in the cookie table in Section 4.

10. Updates to This Cookie Policy

We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices, the cookies we use, or applicable legal requirements. When we make significant changes, we will update the "Last Updated" date at the top of this page and, where appropriate, notify you through 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 chicken-starbird.top following any changes constitutes your acceptance of the updated Cookie Policy.

11. 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:

This Cookie Policy was last reviewed and updated on May 13, 2026. It applies exclusively to the website chicken-starbird.top and the services offered therein by Starbird Chicken.