Cookie Policy

Last Updated: May 30, 2026

1. Introduction

Welcome to Dions, your trusted food destination. At Dions, we are committed to being transparent about how we collect and use data related to your browsing experience. This Cookie Policy is intended to provide you with clear, comprehensive information about what cookies are, how we use them on our website dions-meal.click, and what choices you have regarding their use.

This Cookie Policy should be read alongside our Privacy Policy, which provides broader information about how we collect, use, and protect your personal data. Together, these documents form our commitment to your privacy and transparency.

We operate in accordance with applicable United States federal and state laws, including the Federal Trade Commission Act (FTC Act), the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA), and the California Privacy Rights Act (CPRA) where applicable, as well as industry best practices for data protection and user privacy.

2. What Are Cookies?

Cookies are small text files that are placed on your computer, smartphone, tablet, or other internet-connected device when you visit a website. They are widely used across the internet to make websites work more efficiently, improve user experience, and provide information to website owners.

When you visit dions-meal.click, our web server sends a cookie to your device. Your browser stores this file, and the next time you visit our site, your browser sends the cookie back to our server. This allows the website to recognize your device and remember certain information about your visit, such as your preferences, login status, or items in your cart.

2.1 How Cookies Work

Cookies function through a simple request-and-response process:

• First-Party Cookies: These are set directly by Dions when you visit dions-meal.click. They are used to improve your browsing experience on our site.
• Third-Party Cookies: These are set by external services we use, such as Google Analytics or advertising platforms. These third parties may also track your activity across other websites.
• Session Cookies: These are temporary cookies that expire when you close your browser. They help maintain your session as you navigate our website.
• Persistent Cookies: These remain on your device for a set period or until you delete them manually. They allow our website to remember your preferences for future visits.

3. Types of Cookies We Use

We use several categories of cookies on dions-meal.click, each serving a distinct purpose. Below is a detailed explanation of each type:

3.1 Strictly Necessary / Essential Cookies

These cookies are fundamental to the operation of our website. Without them, core features such as navigation, access to secure areas, and ordering functionality would not work properly. These cookies do not collect any personally identifiable information and cannot be disabled without significantly affecting how our website functions.

Essential cookies enable features like:

• Remembering items you have added to your food order cart
• Maintaining your session as you move from page to page
• Security and fraud prevention mechanisms
• Load balancing to ensure consistent performance

3.2 Analytics and Performance Cookies

Analytics cookies help us understand how visitors interact with our website by collecting and reporting information anonymously. This data allows us to improve the structure, content, and performance of dions-meal.click. We use Google Analytics as our primary analytics tool, which sets several cookies to track visitor behavior.

Information collected through analytics cookies includes:

• Pages visited and the order in which they were visited
• Time spent on each page
• Where visitors come from (search engines, direct links, referral websites)
• Technical data such as browser type, device type, and screen resolution
• Errors encountered during your visit

3.3 Functional Cookies

Functional cookies allow our website to remember choices you make and provide enhanced, more personalized features. For example, they may remember your preferred language, location, or menu preferences so that you do not need to set them again on subsequent visits.

These cookies may be set by us or by third-party providers whose services we have added to our pages. Disabling these cookies may affect the functionality and personalization of your experience on our site.

3.4 Advertising and Targeting Cookies

Advertising cookies are used to deliver advertisements that are relevant and engaging to you. They may be set through our website by our advertising partners, such as Google Ads. These cookies track your browsing activity across different websites and build a profile of your interests, which is then used to show you relevant advertising content.

These cookies 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, though you will still see advertisements.

4. Specific Cookies We Use

The table below provides detailed information about the specific cookies used on dions-meal.click, including their name, purpose, type, and duration:

Note: The specific cookies listed above may be updated from time to time as we add or remove services. We will update this table accordingly.

5. How to Manage and Disable Cookies

You have several options when it comes to managing cookies. Please be aware that restricting cookies may impact the functionality of dions-meal.click and could affect your ability to place food orders or use certain features of our website.

5.1 Browser Settings

Most web browsers allow you to control cookies through their settings. You can set your browser to refuse all cookies, accept only certain types, or notify you when a cookie is being set. The steps for managing cookies vary depending on your browser. Below are links to the cookie management guides for the most popular browsers:

• Google Chrome: Go to Settings > Privacy and Security > Cookies and other site data. You can block all cookies, block third-party cookies in Incognito, or allow all cookies.
• Mozilla Firefox: Go to Options > Privacy & Security > Cookies and Site Data. You can manage standard cookies, enhanced tracking protection, and site-specific settings.
• Apple Safari: Go to Preferences > Privacy > Manage Website Data. You can block all cookies or remove cookies from specific websites.
• Microsoft Edge: Go to Settings > Cookies and site permissions > Manage and delete cookies and site data. You can block third-party cookies or all cookies.
• Opera: Go to Settings > Advanced > Privacy & Security > Site Settings > Cookies and site data to manage your preferences.

5.2 Opt-Out Tools for Third-Party Cookies

In addition to browser settings, you can use specific opt-out tools provided by third-party services we use on our website. These tools allow you to prevent specific companies from collecting your data through cookies:

• Google Analytics Opt-Out: You can prevent Google Analytics from collecting your data by installing the Google Analytics Opt-out Browser Add-on. This add-on instructs the Google Analytics JavaScript to not send visit information to Google Analytics.
• Google Ads Personalization: You can manage or opt out of Google's use of cookies for advertising by visiting Google Ads Settings. You can also opt out of interest-based advertising through the Network Advertising Initiative (NAI) opt-out tool.
• Facebook / Meta Advertising: You can manage how Facebook uses your data for advertising through the Facebook Ad Preferences page. You can also adjust your settings through Facebook's Privacy Checkup tool.
• Digital Advertising Alliance (DAA): Visit the DAA's opt-out page to opt out of interest-based advertising from participating companies.
• Network Advertising Initiative (NAI): Visit the NAI opt-out tool to opt out of targeted advertising from NAI member companies.

6. Impact of Disabling Cookies

While you have the right to disable cookies at any time, doing so may have significant consequences for your experience on dions-meal.click. Here is what you can expect if you choose to disable different categories of cookies:

6.1 Disabling Essential Cookies

Essential cookies are critical to the functioning of our website. If you disable these cookies:

• You may not be able to add items to your food order cart or complete a purchase
• Secure areas of the website may become inaccessible
• Your session may not be maintained as you navigate between pages
• Security features protecting against fraud may be compromised
• The website may not load correctly or function as intended

We do not recommend disabling essential cookies as it will severely limit your ability to use our food ordering service.

6.2 Disabling Analytics Cookies

If you disable analytics cookies:

• We will not be able to track and improve website performance based on your usage patterns
• Error reporting will be limited, potentially resulting in unresolved technical issues
• We will be less able to understand how our food menu and website content is being received

Your experience will largely remain unaffected if you disable analytics cookies, though it may indirectly impact the improvements we make over time.

6.3 Disabling Functional Cookies

If you disable functional cookies:

• Your preferences, such as language or dietary settings, will not be saved between visits
• You may need to re-enter your preferences each time you visit our website
• Personalized features may not work as expected

6.4 Disabling Advertising Cookies

If you disable advertising cookies:

• You will still see advertisements, but they will be less relevant to your interests
• Your browsing behavior will not be used to personalize ads across other websites
• Advertising platforms will not be able to measure the effectiveness of their campaigns on our website

7. Your Rights Under U.S. Privacy Law

Depending on your state of residence, you may have specific rights regarding the personal information collected through cookies. In particular, California residents have rights under the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA) and the California Privacy Rights Act (CPRA), including:

• Right to Know: You have the right to request information about the categories and specific pieces of personal data we have collected about you through cookies and other means.
• Right to Delete: You may request that we delete personal information collected from you, subject to certain exceptions.
• Right to Opt-Out of Sale or Sharing: You have the right to opt out of the sale or sharing of your personal information to third parties, including through advertising cookies.
• Right to Limit Use of Sensitive Personal Information: Under the CPRA, you may have the right to limit the use and disclosure of sensitive personal information.
• 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 contact information provided in Section 9 below. We will respond to verified requests within the timeframes required by applicable law.

8. 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 for other operational reasons. When we make 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 are using cookies. Your continued use of dions-meal.click after any changes to this policy will be considered acceptance of those changes.

If we make any material changes to how we use cookies, particularly those that may affect your privacy in a significant way, we will provide a more prominent notice, which may include an updated cookie consent banner on our website.

9. Contact Us

If you have any questions, concerns, or requests related to this Cookie Policy or our use of cookies, please do not hesitate to contact us. Our team is available to help you understand your options and exercise your rights.

We aim to respond to all inquiries within a reasonable timeframe. If you are a California resident and wish to exercise your rights under the CCPA or CPRA, please clearly indicate this in your communication so we can process your request appropriately.