Cookie Policy

Last Updated: April 3, 2026

1. Introduction

Welcome to churchickens.digital (the "Website"), operated by Church's Chicken ("we," "us," or "our"). This Cookie Policy is designed to help you understand what cookies are, how we use them on our Website, and what choices you have regarding their use.

We are committed to being transparent about the technologies we use. This policy should be read alongside our Privacy Policy and Terms of Service, which together govern your use of our Website and services.

If you have any questions about this Cookie Policy, you can contact us at: [email protected].

2. What Are Cookies?

Cookies are small text files that are placed on your computer, smartphone, tablet, or other device when you visit a website. They are widely used by website owners to make their websites work more efficiently and to provide reporting information.

Cookies set by the website owner (in this case, Church's 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).

2.1 How Do Cookies Work?

When you visit our Website, our web server sends a small file to your browser, which stores it on your device. On each subsequent visit, this file is sent back to our server, allowing us to recognize your device and remember certain information about your visit, such as your preferences and past actions.

Cookies may be either "persistent" cookies or "session" cookies:

  • Session cookies are temporary and expire once you close your browser. They are used to keep track of your movements from page to page during a single browsing session.
  • Persistent cookies remain on your device after you close your browser, until they expire or you delete them. 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 electronic images embedded in web pages or emails that allow us to count visitors and track interactions.
  • Local storage: A feature of your web browser that allows websites to store data locally on your device.
  • JavaScript tags: Small pieces of code embedded in our Website that collect information about your browsing activity.

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 operation of our Website. Without these cookies, our Website cannot function properly. They enable core functionality such as page navigation, security, and access to secure areas of the Website. You cannot opt out of these cookies as they are required for the Website to work.

Examples include cookies that allow you to remain logged in to your account, maintain items in your cart, and complete an order.

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 navigate our site. All information collected by these cookies is aggregated and 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 effectively.

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. They remember choices you have made, such as your preferred language or the region you are in, and provide enhanced, 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 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.

4. Specific Cookies We Use

The following table lists the specific cookies used on churchickens.digital, their purpose, type, and duration:

Cookie Name Provider Purpose Type Duration
_ga Google Analytics Registers a unique ID that is used to generate statistical data on how the visitor uses the website. Used to distinguish users and track sessions on the site. Analytics 2 years
_gid Google Analytics Registers a unique ID that is used to generate statistical data on how the visitor uses the website. Used to distinguish users within a 24-hour period. Analytics 24 hours
_gat Google Analytics Used by Google Analytics to throttle the request rate, limiting the collection of data on high-traffic sites. Helps manage the volume of data requests. Analytics 1 minute
_gcl_au Google Ads Used by Google AdSense for experimenting with advertisement efficiency across websites using their services. Stores and tracks conversions from Google Ads. 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 user behavior across websites. Advertising 3 months
session_id churchickens.digital Maintains your session state across page requests, including items in your order or cart and your authentication status. Essential Session
csrf_token churchickens.digital Helps protect against Cross-Site Request Forgery (CSRF) attacks by verifying that form submissions come from our Website. Essential Session
user_preferences churchickens.digital Stores your preferences such as language, region, and accessibility settings to enhance your browsing experience. Functional 1 year
cookie_consent churchickens.digital Records whether you have accepted or declined our cookie policy, so we do not ask you again on future visits. Essential 1 year
cart_token churchickens.digital Identifies your shopping cart and stores items you have added so they remain available throughout your browsing session. Essential / Functional 30 days
_hjid Hotjar Sets a unique ID for the session. This allows the website to obtain data on visitor behavior for statistical purposes. Analytics 1 year
IDE Google DoubleClick Used by Google DoubleClick to register and report the website user's actions after viewing or clicking one of the advertiser's ads. Advertising 1 year

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 several ways:

5.1 Our 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 cookie preferences at any time by clicking the "Cookie Settings" link in the footer of our Website.

5.2 Browser Settings

Most web browsers allow you to control cookies through their settings. You can set your browser to refuse all cookies or to alert you when cookies are being sent. The following links provide instructions on how to manage cookies in the most popular browsers:

Please note that if you use your browser settings to block all cookies, some parts of our Website may not work as intended.

5.3 Opt-Out Tools for Specific Services

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

Google Analytics

To opt out of Google Analytics tracking across all websites, you can install the Google Analytics Opt-out Browser Add-on:

https://tools.google.com/dlpage/gaoptout

Google Ads and Personalized Advertising

To opt out of personalized advertising by Google, visit Google's Ad Settings page:

https://adssettings.google.com

Facebook (Meta) Advertising

To opt out of Facebook's interest-based advertising, visit your Facebook Ad Preferences:

https://www.facebook.com/ads/preferences

Network Advertising Initiative (NAI)

To opt out of interest-based advertising from multiple participating companies, use the NAI opt-out tool:

https://optout.networkadvertising.org

Digital Advertising Alliance (DAA)

United States residents can also use the DAA's opt-out tool:

https://optout.aboutads.info

6. Impact of Disabling Cookies

While you have the right to disable most cookies, please be aware that doing so may affect your experience on our Website. The following outlines the potential impact of disabling each category of cookies:

Cookie Type Impact If Disabled
Essential Cookies The Website may not function properly. You may be unable to complete orders, log in to your account, or use secure areas of the site. These cookies cannot be disabled without severely impacting Website functionality.
Analytics Cookies We will be unable to collect data about how you use our Website, which means we cannot improve the user experience based on visitor behavior. Your browsing experience will not be directly impacted, but Website improvements may be slower.
Functional Cookies Your preferences and settings (such as language or region) will not be saved between visits, and you may need to re-enter information each time you visit.
Advertising Cookies You will still see advertisements, but they will be less relevant to your interests. You may also be shown the same advertisements more frequently as we will have less information about your preferences.

7. California Privacy Rights (CCPA/CPRA)

If you are a resident of California, you have specific rights regarding your personal information under the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA) and the California Privacy Rights Act (CPRA). The information collected through cookies may be considered "personal information" under California law.

As a California resident, you have the right to:

  • Know what personal information is collected about you, including through cookies.
  • Delete personal information we have collected from you.
  • Opt out of the sale or sharing of your personal information, including cookie-based data used for targeted advertising.
  • Non-discrimination for exercising your privacy rights.
  • Limit the use of sensitive personal information.

To exercise your California privacy rights, please contact us at [email protected] or visit our Privacy Policy for more information.

Please note that the use of advertising cookies and sharing of cookie data with third-party advertising partners may constitute a "sale" or "sharing" of personal information under California law. You can opt out of this by using the opt-out tools listed in Section 5.3 above or by contacting us directly.

8. Federal Law and FTC Compliance

Our use of cookies and tracking technologies is subject to the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) Act, which requires that our data collection practices be fair, transparent, and not deceptive. We are committed to providing clear and accurate information about the cookies we use and obtaining your consent where required by applicable law.

We do not use cookies to engage in deceptive practices, and we do not use the data collected through cookies to make decisions that negatively impact consumers in an unfair manner.

9. Do Not Track (DNT) Signals

Some browsers have a "Do Not Track" (DNT) feature that sends a signal to websites indicating that you do not want to be tracked. Currently, there is no universally accepted standard for how websites should respond to DNT signals. As such, our Website does not currently alter its data collection and use practices in response to DNT browser signals. However, we encourage you to use the opt-out tools described in this policy to control your cookie preferences.

10. Children's Privacy

Our Website is not directed at children under the age of 13, and we do not knowingly collect personal information from children through cookies or any other means. If you believe that we have inadvertently collected information from a child under 13 through our use of cookies, please contact us immediately at [email protected].

11. Changes to This Cookie Policy

We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time to reflect changes in technology, applicable law, or our data practices. When we make changes, we will update the "Last Updated" date at the top of this policy. We encourage you to review this Cookie Policy periodically to stay informed about how we use cookies.

If we make significant changes to the way we use cookies, we will notify you by displaying a prominent notice on our Website or by other appropriate means before the changes take effect.

12. Contact Us

If you have any questions, concerns, or requests regarding this Cookie Policy or our use of cookies and tracking technologies, please contact us using the following details:

Church's Chicken — Contact Information

We will endeavor to respond to all legitimate requests within a reasonable timeframe, and no later than 45 days as required under applicable United States privacy law.