Cookie Policy
Last Updated: January 15, 2025
At Pizza73, we believe in being upfront about how our website works. This page explains what tracking technologies we use on piizza73.top and why they matter for your experience ordering event catering and meals from us.
We use cookies and similar technologies to make our site work properly, remember your preferences, and understand how people interact with our online ordering system. Nothing fancy, just practical tools that help us serve you better.
What Are Cookies Anyway?
Cookies are small text files that get stored on your device when you visit our website. Think of them as tiny notes that help our site remember things about your visit. Some stick around for just one session, others hang out longer to remember your preferences next time you stop by.
They don't contain personal information by themselves, but they help us connect your browsing activity with your account if you're logged in. Most websites use them because, honestly, modern web functionality would be pretty limited without these little helpers.
Types of Cookies We Use
Essential Cookies
These are the non-negotiables. Our site can't function properly without them, and they're active by default when you visit piizza73.top.
- Shopping cart functionality for your catering orders
- User authentication when you log into your account
- Security features that protect your session
- Payment processing during checkout
- Load balancing to keep the site running smoothly
Functional Cookies
These remember your choices and preferences to make your experience more personal and convenient each time you visit.
- Your location preference for delivery options
- Menu customization choices you've saved
- Language and accessibility settings
- Previous order history for quick reordering
- Dietary preference filters you've applied
Analytical Cookies
We use these to understand how visitors interact with our site so we can make improvements that actually matter to real customers.
- Which menu items get the most attention
- How people navigate through our ordering process
- Where visitors might be getting stuck or confused
- Popular times for online orders
- Device and browser information for compatibility testing
Marketing Cookies
These help us show you relevant information about our catering services and special offers that might interest you based on your browsing patterns.
- Tracking visits from our promotional campaigns
- Understanding which marketing channels work best
- Showing you relevant content about event catering
- Preventing the same ad from appearing too many times
- Measuring the effectiveness of our advertising
How We Actually Use This Information
Look, we're not collecting data just for the sake of it. Every cookie serves a specific purpose that benefits either your experience or helps us run the business more effectively. Here's what we're actually doing with this tracking:
- Keeping your cart intact as you browse different menu sections and catering packages
- Remembering your delivery address so you don't have to enter it every single time
- Tracking which event meal options are most popular so we can stock appropriately
- Understanding peak ordering times to ensure adequate staff coverage
- Identifying technical issues that might be frustrating customers
- Personalizing your experience based on past orders and preferences
- Measuring how effective our email campaigns and promotions are
- Preventing fraudulent orders and protecting payment information
- Improving our mobile ordering experience based on actual usage patterns
- Testing new features with select users before wider rollout
We review this data regularly to make practical decisions about menu offerings, website improvements, and service enhancements. It's not rocket science, just smart business practices that help us serve the Montreal community better.
Managing Your Cookie Preferences
You're in control here. While we need essential cookies for the site to work, you can adjust settings for the other types. Most browsers let you manage cookies directly through their settings menu.
- Open your browser's settings or preferences menu
- Look for the privacy or security section
- Find the cookies or site data management area
- Choose your preferred level of cookie acceptance
- Apply changes and restart your browser if needed
Keep in mind that blocking certain cookies might limit functionality. For example, without functional cookies, we can't remember your delivery preferences or keep items in your cart between visits. It's a trade-off between privacy and convenience.
Browser-Specific Instructions
Chrome
Settings → Privacy and security → Cookies and site data
Firefox
Options → Privacy & Security → Cookies and Site Data
Edge
Settings → Cookies and site permissions
Safari
Preferences → Privacy → Manage Website Data
Cookie Retention Periods
Different cookies stick around for different lengths of time. Some disappear when you close your browser, others last longer to maintain your preferences across multiple visits.
| Cookie Type | Duration | Purpose |
|---|---|---|
| Session Cookies | Until browser closes | Temporary data needed for your current visit, like items in your cart |
| Authentication | 30 days | Keeps you logged in so you don't have to sign in repeatedly |
| Preferences | 90 days | Remembers your settings and choices for future visits |
| Analytics | 24 months | Long-term tracking to understand usage patterns and trends |
| Marketing | 12 months | Tracks campaign effectiveness and user journey across time |
You can manually clear cookies at any time through your browser settings. This will reset all stored preferences and log you out of your account, but sometimes a fresh start is exactly what you need.
Third-Party Cookies
We also use some third-party services that set their own cookies. These include payment processors, analytics platforms, and delivery tracking systems. Each has its own privacy policy governing how they handle data.
While we carefully vet our partners, we can't control their cookies directly. If you want to opt out of third-party tracking, you'll need to adjust settings with those services individually or use browser extensions designed for that purpose.
Changes to This Policy
We update this policy occasionally as our website evolves or regulations change. When we make significant changes, we'll update the date at the top of this page and might notify active customers through email or a banner on the site.
We recommend checking back here every few months if you're concerned about tracking technologies. We won't make major changes to how we handle your data without giving you a heads-up first.
Your Rights and Options
Under Canadian privacy laws, you have specific rights regarding how we track and use your data. You can request to see what information we've collected, ask us to delete certain data, or opt out of non-essential tracking altogether.
If you want to exercise these rights or have questions about our cookie practices, reach out to us directly. We typically respond to privacy requests within a few business days and take these matters seriously.
Questions About Our Cookie Usage?
We're here to help if something isn't clear or you need assistance managing your preferences. Our team at the Place Versailles location handles privacy inquiries personally.