119 University Ave, Westwood, MA Mon–Sun: 9am–10pm

Cookie Policy

Last Updated: May 27, 2026

1. Introduction

Welcome to Anthony's Coal Fired Pizza ("we," "us," "our," or "the Company"). This Cookie Policy applies to our website located at food-acfp.rest and explains in detail how and why we use cookies and similar tracking technologies when you visit our website.

We are committed to being transparent about the technologies we use. This policy is designed to help you understand what cookies are, what types of cookies we use, how we use them, and how you can manage or disable them. We encourage you to read this policy carefully alongside our Privacy Policy and Terms of Service.

If you have any questions about our use of cookies, please contact us at [email protected].

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 efficiently, to improve user experience, and to provide reporting information.

Cookies set by the website you are visiting are generally called "first-party cookies." Cookies set by parties other than the website you are visiting are called "third-party cookies." Third-party cookies enable third-party features or functionality to be provided on or through the website you are visiting, 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. Your browser stores this file on your device. The next time you visit, your browser sends the cookie back to the server, allowing our website to recognize you and remember your preferences or activities. Cookies are not programs and cannot be used to run applications or deliver viruses to your computer. They are unique to your browser and cannot access other information stored on your computer.

2.2 Similar Tracking Technologies

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

  • Web Beacons (Pixel Tags): Small transparent graphic images embedded in web pages or emails that allow us to track page visits or email opens.
  • Local Storage: A technology similar to cookies that allows us to store data in your browser without an expiration date.
  • Session Storage: Temporary data storage that is cleared when you close your browser session.
  • Fingerprinting: A technique that collects information about your device configuration to create a unique identifier.

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 to the proper functioning of our website. They enable core functionalities such as security, network management, and account access. Without these cookies, our website cannot function properly, and they cannot be switched off in our systems. These cookies do not store any personally identifiable information.

Essential cookies are used to:

  • Maintain your session while you browse our website
  • Remember items in your online ordering cart
  • Ensure security features work correctly
  • Balance the load between our web servers
  • Remember your cookie consent preferences

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 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 website.

Analytics cookies help us understand:

  • How many people visit our website and from where
  • Which pages are most frequently visited
  • How long visitors spend on our website and specific pages
  • Where visitors come from (search engines, social media, direct links)
  • Technical issues and errors visitors may encounter

3.3 Functional Cookies

These 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 services may not function properly.

Functional cookies are used to:

  • Remember your preferred language and location settings
  • Remember your name and email if you fill out a contact form
  • Personalize your experience based on previous visits
  • Enable embedded maps and restaurant locator features
  • Support online reservation systems and ordering platforms

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.

Advertising cookies are used to:

  • Deliver advertisements that are relevant to you and your interests
  • Limit the number of times you see an advertisement
  • Measure the effectiveness of advertising campaigns
  • Track conversions from Google Ads and other platforms
  • Enable retargeting campaigns to reach you on other websites

4. Specific Cookies We Use

The following table provides detailed information about the specific cookies used on food-acfp.rest:

Cookie Name Provider Purpose Type Duration
_session_id food-acfp.rest Maintains your active session while browsing and using our online ordering system Essential Session
cookie_consent food-acfp.rest Stores your cookie consent preferences so we don't ask again on every visit Essential 1 Year
cart_token food-acfp.rest Saves the contents of your online order cart between sessions Essential 30 Days
csrf_token food-acfp.rest Security token to prevent Cross-Site Request Forgery (CSRF) attacks Essential Session
_ga Google Analytics Registers a unique ID to generate statistical data on how visitors use the website. Used to distinguish users and count visitor sessions. Analytics 2 Years
_gid Google Analytics Registers a unique ID to generate statistical data on how visitors use the website. Used to distinguish users within a 24-hour period. 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
_ga_[ID] Google Analytics 4 Used by Google Analytics 4 to persist session state and track user behavior across multiple sessions Analytics 2 Years
_gcl_au Google Ads Used by Google AdSense to experiment with advertisement efficiency across websites using their services. Tracks ad click conversions. Advertising 90 Days
_fbp Meta (Facebook) Used by Facebook to deliver a series of advertisement products such as real-time bidding from third-party advertisers Advertising 90 Days
_fbc Meta (Facebook) Stores the last visit of the user from Facebook and is used for Facebook Ads attribution Advertising 90 Days
user_preferences food-acfp.rest Stores your website preferences such as preferred location, language, and display settings Functional 1 Year
location_data food-acfp.rest Remembers your nearest Anthony's Coal Fired Pizza location for faster ordering on repeat visits Functional 6 Months
NID Google Maps Registers a unique ID to remember your preferences when using embedded Google Maps on our restaurant locator pages Functional 6 Months

5. Legal Basis for Using Cookies

As a business operating in the United States, our use of cookies is governed by applicable federal and state laws. Under the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA) and the California Privacy Rights Act (CPRA), California residents have specific rights regarding personal information collected through cookies, including the right to know, the right to delete, and the right to opt out of the sale or sharing of personal information.

Under the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) Act, we are required to use fair and transparent practices regarding data collection. We honor these requirements by providing this clear and comprehensive Cookie Policy and by offering you meaningful choices about cookie use.

For users outside California, please consult our full Privacy Policy for information about how your data is handled under applicable state laws, including but not limited to Virginia's Consumer Data Protection Act (VCDPA), Colorado's Privacy Act (CPA), and Connecticut's Data Privacy Act (CTDPA).

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 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 reject non-essential cookies. You can change your preferences at any time by clicking the "Cookie Settings" link in the footer of our website.

6.2 Browser Settings

Most web browsers allow you to control cookies through their settings preferences. You can set your browser to refuse all cookies, or to alert you when a cookie is being sent. The following links provide instructions for the most commonly used browsers:

Please note that if you choose to block cookies, you may not be able to use all the features of our website. Blocking essential cookies in particular may prevent our online ordering system from working correctly.

6.3 Mobile Device Settings

If you access our website from a mobile device, you can manage cookie settings through your mobile browser preferences. In addition, you can limit ad tracking through your device's operating system settings:

  • iOS (iPhone/iPad): Go to Settings > Privacy > Tracking, and toggle "Allow Apps to Request to Track" off.
  • Android: Go to Settings > Google > Ads and enable "Opt out of Ads Personalization."

7. Third-Party Opt-Out Tools

In addition to browser-level controls, you can use the following tools to opt out of specific third-party tracking and advertising cookies:

7.1 Google

7.2 Meta (Facebook/Instagram)

7.3 Industry-Wide Opt-Out Tools

8. Impact of Disabling Cookies

We want to be transparent about what may happen if you choose to disable or restrict cookies when visiting our website. The impact will vary depending on which type of cookies you disable:

Cookie Type Impact of Disabling
Essential Cookies Our website may not function properly. You may be unable to complete online orders, your shopping cart may not save correctly, and security features may be compromised. We strongly advise against disabling these cookies.
Analytics Cookies We will not be able to track your visit or understand how you use our website. This may result in a slower pace of improvements to our website experience. Your ability to use the website will not be affected.
Functional Cookies You may experience a less personalized experience. Your location preferences may not be saved, and you may need to re-enter information on repeated visits. Some embedded features like maps may not work correctly.
Advertising Cookies You will still see advertisements, but they will be less relevant to your interests. You may see the same ads repeatedly. Your overall website experience will remain largely the same.

9. Do Not Track Signals

Some browsers include 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 how websites should respond to DNT signals. Our website does not currently alter its data collection practices in response to DNT signals. However, you can use the cookie management options described in this policy to control tracking on our website.

10. California Privacy Rights (CCPA/CPRA)

If you are a California resident, the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA) as amended by the California Privacy Rights Act (CPRA) provides you with specific rights regarding your personal information, which may include data collected through cookies:

  • Right to Know: You have the right to know what personal information we collect about you through cookies and how it is used.
  • Right to Delete: You have the right to request the deletion of personal information collected about you.
  • Right to Opt Out: You have the right to opt out of the sale or sharing of your personal information. Some advertising cookies may constitute "sharing" personal information under California law.
  • Right to Non-Discrimination: We will not discriminate against you for exercising your privacy rights.

To exercise any of these rights, please contact us using the details provided in Section 12 of this policy, or send an email to [email protected] with the subject line "California Privacy Rights Request."

11. Changes to This Cookie Policy

We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices, technologies, legal requirements, or for other operational, legal, or regulatory reasons. When we make changes, we will update the "Last Updated" date at the top of this policy and post the revised policy on our website at food-acfp.rest.

We encourage you to review this Cookie Policy periodically to stay informed about our use of cookies and related technologies. Your continued use of our website after any changes to this Cookie Policy will constitute your acceptance of such changes.

For significant changes that materially affect how we collect or use your personal information through cookies, we will endeavor to provide a more prominent notice, such as a banner notification on our website.

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:

Anthony's Coal Fired Pizza

We aim to respond to all cookie-related inquiries within 30 business days of receipt. If you are a California resident making a request under CCPA/CPRA, we will respond within the timeframes required by applicable law.