Cookie Policy
Last Updated: May 22, 2026
1. Introduction
Welcome to Via 313. We are committed to being transparent about how we collect and use data related to your browsing experience on our website, meal-via313.rest. 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 or interact with our website. It should be read alongside our Privacy Policy, which provides additional information about how we handle personal data. If you have any questions about this Cookie 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 device — such as your computer, smartphone, or tablet — when you visit a website. These files are stored in your web browser and allow the website or third-party services to recognize your device on future visits.
Cookies serve many functions. They can help a website remember your preferences, keep you logged into an account, understand how you interact with the site, and deliver advertisements that may be relevant to you. Cookies are widely used to improve the functionality and performance of websites.
In addition to cookies, we may also use similar tracking technologies, including:
- Web Beacons: Tiny graphic images embedded in web pages or emails that track whether a page or email has been viewed.
- Pixels: Small pieces of code placed on our website that collect information about your activity.
- Local Storage: A browser feature that allows websites to store data locally on your device.
- Session Storage: Temporary data storage that is cleared when you close your browser session.
When we use the term "cookies" throughout this policy, we are referring collectively to cookies and all similar tracking technologies unless stated otherwise.
3. How Cookies Work
When you visit meal-via313.rest for the first time, a cookie file is sent from our web server to your browser and stored on your device. Each time you return to our site, your browser sends the cookie back to the server, allowing us to recognize your device and remember information about your previous visit.
Cookies can be classified by how long they remain on your device:
- Session Cookies: These are temporary cookies that exist only during your browsing session. They are automatically deleted when you close your browser.
- Persistent Cookies: These cookies remain on your device for a set period of time or until you manually delete them. They are reactivated every time you visit the website that created them.
Cookies can also be classified by who places them on your device:
- First-Party Cookies: These are cookies set directly by Via 313 when you visit our website.
- Third-Party Cookies: These are cookies set by external services or partners (such as Google or Meta/Facebook) that appear on our pages.
4. Types of Cookies We Use
We use the following categories of cookies on meal-via313.rest:
4.1 Essential / Strictly Necessary Cookies
These cookies are critical to the operation of our website. They enable core functionality such as security, network management, and accessibility. Without these cookies, services you have requested — such as viewing our menu or placing an order inquiry — cannot be provided. These cookies do not require your consent under applicable law, as they are strictly necessary for the website to function.
4.2 Functional / Preference Cookies
Functional cookies allow our website to remember choices you have made in the past, such as your preferred language, region, or other customizations. These cookies enable a more personalized experience and help us remember your settings between visits. They may be set by us or by third-party providers whose services we have integrated into our website.
4.3 Analytics / Performance Cookies
Analytics cookies help us understand how visitors interact with our website. They collect information such as the pages you visit most frequently, how long you spend on each page, and whether you encounter any error messages. This information is aggregated and anonymous, meaning it does not directly identify you. We use this data to improve the performance and usability of our website.
We use Google Analytics to collect this data. Google Analytics places several cookies on your device to track your behavior across our site. For more information about Google Analytics, please visit https://policies.google.com/privacy.
4.4 Advertising / Marketing Cookies
Advertising 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. These cookies are typically placed by third-party advertising networks such as Google Ads and Meta (Facebook).
Information collected through these cookies may be shared with other organizations such as advertisers. Advertising cookies track your activity across different websites and build a profile of your interests.
5. Specific Cookies We Use
The table below provides detailed information about the specific cookies used on meal-via313.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. Distinguishes unique users by assigning a randomly generated number as a client identifier. | 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 single day. | Analytics | 24 hours |
_gat |
Google Analytics | Used by Google Analytics to throttle request rate, limiting the collection of data on high traffic sites. Helps manage the speed at which data is sent to Google Analytics servers. | Analytics | 1 minute |
_gcl_au |
Google Ads | Used by Google AdSense to experiment with advertisement efficiency across websites using their services. Stores and tracks conversions from Google Ads campaigns. | 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. Tracks visitors across websites for retargeting purposes. | Advertising | 90 days |
_fbc |
Meta (Facebook) | Stores the last visit to the website via a Facebook-tracked link. Used for conversion tracking and attribution in Facebook Ads. | Advertising | 90 days |
cookieconsent_status |
Via 313 (First-Party) | Stores the user's cookie consent preferences to ensure we do not display the cookie consent banner repeatedly to users who have already provided their consent. | Essential | 1 year |
PHPSESSID |
Via 313 (First-Party) | Preserves user session state across page requests. This is a standard PHP session cookie necessary for the website to function correctly. | Essential | Session |
__utma |
Google Analytics (Legacy) | Used to distinguish users and sessions. The cookie is created when the JavaScript library executes and no existing __utma cookies exist. Updated every time data is sent to Google Analytics. | Analytics | 2 years |
__utmz |
Google Analytics (Legacy) | Stores the traffic source or campaign that explains how the user reached your website. Updated every time data is sent to Google Analytics. | Analytics | 6 months |
lang |
Via 313 (First-Party) | Remembers the user's selected language preference so that the website displays content in the correct language on subsequent visits. | Functional | Session |
Please note that this table may not represent a complete list of all cookies. The cookies used on our website may change from time to time as we update our services and third-party integrations. We will update this table accordingly.
6. 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, including the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) Act, which regulates unfair or deceptive practices in commerce, and the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA) / California Privacy Rights Act (CPRA) for users located in California.
Under the CCPA/CPRA, California residents have specific rights regarding the collection and use of their personal information, including information collected through cookies. Specifically, California residents have the right to:
- Know what personal information is being collected about them.
- Know whether their personal information is being sold or disclosed, and to whom.
- Opt out of the sale or sharing of their personal information.
- Request deletion of their personal information.
- Not be discriminated against for exercising their privacy rights.
For essential cookies, we rely on our legitimate interest in operating a functional website. For analytics, functional, and advertising cookies, we rely on your consent, which you may provide or withdraw at any time.
7. How to Manage and Control 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:
7.1 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 different categories of cookies. You can update your preferences at any time by clicking the "Cookie Settings" link available at the bottom of our website.
7.2 Browser Settings
Most web browsers allow you to control cookies through their settings preferences. You can set your browser to refuse cookies, delete existing cookies, or notify you when cookies are being set. Please note that if you choose to block or delete cookies, some parts of our website may not function correctly.
Below are links to the cookie management instructions for the most popular web browsers:
- Google Chrome: https://support.google.com/chrome/answer/95647
- Mozilla Firefox: https://support.mozilla.org/en-US/kb/enhanced-tracking-protection-firefox-desktop
- Safari (Mac): https://support.apple.com/guide/safari/manage-cookies-sfri11471/mac
- Safari (iOS/iPhone): https://support.apple.com/en-us/HT201265
- Microsoft Edge: https://support.microsoft.com/en-us/microsoft-edge
- Opera: https://help.opera.com/en/latest/web-preferences/#cookies
7.3 Opt-Out Tools Provided by Third Parties
In addition to browser-level controls, you can use the following opt-out tools provided by our third-party partners to manage how your data is used for targeted advertising and analytics:
- Google Analytics Opt-Out: You can prevent your data from being collected by Google Analytics by installing the Google Analytics Opt-out Browser Add-on, available at: https://tools.google.com/dlpage/gaoptout
- Google Ads Settings: You can manage your Google ad preferences and opt out of personalized advertising at: https://adssettings.google.com
- Google Privacy Controls: Visit https://myaccount.google.com/privacycheckup to review your Google privacy settings.
Meta (Facebook)
- Facebook Ad Preferences: If you have a Facebook account, you can manage your ad preferences at: https://www.facebook.com/adpreferences
- Off-Facebook Activity: You can manage how Facebook uses data from other websites and apps at: https://www.facebook.com/off_facebook_activity
Industry-Wide Opt-Out Tools
- Network Advertising Initiative (NAI): https://optout.networkadvertising.org
- Digital Advertising Alliance (DAA): https://optout.aboutads.info
- Your Online Choices (for EU/international users): https://www.youronlinechoices.com
8. Impact of Disabling Cookies
While you have the right to disable or restrict cookies, please be aware that doing so may have a significant impact on your experience using our website. The following outlines the potential consequences of disabling specific types of cookies:
| Cookie Type | Impact of Disabling |
|---|---|
| Essential Cookies | The website may not function properly. Core features such as navigation, menu display, and order inquiry forms may become unavailable or unreliable. We strongly recommend keeping essential cookies enabled. |
| Functional Cookies | Your personal preferences (such as language settings) will not be saved between visits. You may need to re-enter the same information each time you visit our website, leading to a less convenient experience. |
| Analytics Cookies | We will be unable to collect data about how you use our website. While this will not affect your browsing experience directly, it means we will have less information available to improve our website's performance and usability. |
| Advertising Cookies | You will still see advertisements online, but they will be less relevant to your interests. You may see the same advertisements more frequently, and we will be unable to measure the effectiveness of our marketing campaigns. |
9. Third-Party Websites and Services
Our website may contain links to third-party websites, social media platforms, and integrated services (such as online ordering platforms). Please note that this Cookie Policy applies only to meal-via313.rest and does not cover the practices of third-party websites. We encourage you to review the privacy and cookie policies of any third-party websites you visit, as we have no control over the cookies or tracking technologies they use.
When you interact with social media features embedded on our website — such as Facebook, Instagram, or other sharing buttons — those third-party companies may also set cookies on your device. These cookies are subject to the respective third-party's privacy and cookie policies.
10. Do Not Track Signals
Some web browsers have a "Do Not Track" (DNT) feature that signals to websites that you do not want to be tracked. Currently, there is no universally accepted standard for how websites should respond to DNT signals. As a result, our website does not currently respond to DNT browser signals. However, you can use the cookie management tools described in Section 7 of this policy to control tracking on our website.
11. Children's Privacy
Our website is not directed at children under the age of 13, and we do not knowingly collect personal data from children through cookies or any other means. If you believe that a child under 13 has provided personal information on our website, please contact us immediately using the details below, and we will take steps to delete such information promptly.
12. Updates to This Cookie Policy
We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices, technology, legal requirements, or other factors. When we make material changes to this policy, we will update the "Last Updated" date at the top of this page and, where appropriate, notify you through our website or by other means.
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 policy constitutes your acceptance of the updated terms.
13. 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. We are happy to assist you and will respond to your inquiry as promptly as possible.
Via 313
- Website: meal-via313.rest
- Email: [email protected]
We aim to respond to all privacy and cookie-related inquiries within 30 business days. For California residents exercising rights under the CCPA/CPRA, we will respond within 45 days as required by law.