Cookie Policy

Last Updated: May 28, 2026

1. Introduction

Welcome to East Coast Wings. We are committed to being transparent about how we collect and use data related to you. This Cookie Policy explains what cookies are, the types of cookies we use on our website wings-eastcoast.top, how we use them, and how you can control or disable them.

This policy should be read alongside our Privacy Policy and Terms of Service, which together govern your use of our website and services. As a food business operating in the United States, we are committed to complying with all applicable federal and state laws, including the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA/CPRA) and the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) Act, where applicable.

We encourage you to read this Cookie Policy carefully so that you can make informed decisions about the cookies we place on your device.

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 by website owners to make their websites work, or to work more efficiently, as well as to provide reporting information and personalize the user experience.

Cookies are set by the website you are visiting (known as "first-party cookies") or by third parties, such as advertising networks or analytics providers, who place cookies on behalf of the website owner (known as "third-party cookies"). Cookies contain information that is transferred to your device's hard drive, and they allow the website to recognize your device on subsequent visits.

Cookies do many different jobs, such as remembering your preferences (like your language or location), keeping you logged in, understanding how you interact with our website, and helping us deliver relevant advertisements to you. They make your overall browsing experience smoother, faster, and more personalized.

2.1 How Do Cookies Work?

When you visit wings-eastcoast.top, our web server sends a cookie to your browser, which stores it as a small file on your device. Each time you make a subsequent request to our server, your browser sends this cookie back, allowing the server to recognize your device and retrieve stored preferences or session data.

Cookies can be either session cookies (which expire when you close your browser) or persistent cookies (which remain on your device for a set period or until manually deleted). Both types are used on our website for different purposes, as described in detail below.

3. Types of Cookies We Use

Our website uses several categories of cookies. Below is a detailed explanation of each type and why we use them.

3.1 Essential Cookies

Essential cookies (also called strictly necessary cookies) are required for the proper functioning of our website. They enable core features such as page navigation, access to secure areas, and basic security functions. Without these cookies, certain parts of our website may not be accessible or may not function correctly.

These cookies do not collect any personal information for marketing purposes, and they cannot be switched off in our systems. They are usually set in response to actions you take, such as setting your privacy preferences or filling out forms. Because they are strictly necessary, they do not require your consent under applicable laws, although we still inform you about them in the interest of full transparency.

3.2 Analytics Cookies

Analytics cookies allow us to count website 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, how visitors navigate our website, and whether users encounter any errors. All information collected by these cookies is aggregated and therefore anonymous.

If you do not allow analytics cookies, we will not know when you have visited our website and will not be able to monitor its performance. We primarily use Google Analytics to collect this data, which is subject to Google's own privacy policy available at https://policies.google.com/privacy.

3.3 Functional Cookies

Functional cookies enable enhanced functionality and personalization on our website. They may be set by us or by third-party providers whose services we have added to our pages. These cookies allow our website to remember choices you make (such as your preferred language, location, or font size) and provide improved, more personalized features.

If you do not allow functional cookies, some or all of these services may not function properly. For example, certain interactive features, such as embedded maps to locate our restaurant, or online ordering preferences, may not work as intended.

3.4 Advertising and Targeting Cookies

Advertising cookies (also known as marketing or targeting cookies) are used to track visitors across different websites and online platforms. They are placed by our advertising partners, such as Google Ads and Facebook, to build a profile of your interests and show you relevant advertisements on other sites. These cookies work by uniquely identifying your browser and device.

If you do not allow advertising cookies, you will still see advertisements, but they will be less tailored to your interests. Disabling these cookies will not prevent ads from appearing — it simply means the ads you see will be less relevant to you.

4. Specific Cookies We Use

The following table provides detailed information about the specific cookies used on wings-eastcoast.top, including 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. Analytics 2 years
_gid Google Analytics Registers a unique ID that is used to generate statistical data on how the visitor uses the website. Stores and updates a unique value for each page visited. Analytics 24 hours
_gat Google Analytics Used by Google Analytics to throttle request rate and limit the collection of data on high-traffic websites. 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 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 users across the Meta advertising network. Advertising 3 months
PHPSESSID East Coast Wings (First Party) Preserves user session state across page requests. Required for the website's core functionality, including online ordering and form submissions. Essential Session
cookie_consent East Coast Wings (First Party) Stores the user's cookie consent preferences so that the consent banner does not appear on every page load. Essential 1 year
user_prefs East Coast Wings (First Party) Stores user preferences such as language settings, location, and other personalization options to enhance the browsing experience. Functional 6 months
_csrf_token East Coast Wings (First Party) A security cookie used to protect against Cross-Site Request Forgery (CSRF) attacks. Required for secure form submissions on our website. Essential Session
cart_id East Coast Wings (First Party) Stores information about your online order cart so that items are not lost if you navigate away from the page or return to complete your order. Functional 7 days

This table is regularly reviewed and updated. The cookies listed above reflect those active as of May 28, 2026.

5. Third-Party Cookies and Services

In addition to our own cookies, we use services provided by trusted third parties that may also set cookies on your device. These include:

  • Google Analytics & Google Ads: We use Google Analytics to understand how visitors interact with our website. Google may use the data collected to personalize and contextualize ads within its own advertising network. For more information, visit Google's Cookie Policy.
  • Facebook / Meta Pixel: We use the Facebook Pixel to measure the effectiveness of our advertising and to reach our audience on Facebook and Instagram. Meta may use data collected via this cookie for its own advertising purposes. For more information, visit Meta's Cookie Policy.
  • Embedded Maps (Google Maps): If our website embeds Google Maps to display our restaurant location, Google may set cookies on your device. These are subject to Google's own privacy and cookie policies.
  • Online Ordering Platforms: If our website integrates a third-party online ordering service, that service may use its own cookies to process your order securely. Please refer to the relevant third party's cookie policy for more information.

We do not have direct control over the cookies set by third-party services. We recommend reviewing the cookie and privacy policies of these third parties directly for detailed information on how they use cookies and what data they collect.

6. How to Manage and Disable Cookies

You have the right to decide whether to accept or reject cookies (other than strictly essential cookies). There are several ways you can manage your cookie preferences:

6.1 Cookie Consent Banner

When you first visit wings-eastcoast.top, you will see a cookie consent banner that allows you to accept, reject, or customize your cookie preferences by category. You can update 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. You can set your browser to refuse all cookies, accept only certain types of cookies, or alert you when a cookie is being set. The steps to manage cookies vary by browser. Please refer to the instructions for your specific browser:

Please note that disabling cookies through your browser settings may affect your ability to use certain features of our website, including online ordering and personalization features.

6.3 Opt-Out Tools for Specific Third Parties

In addition to managing cookies through your browser, you can opt out of specific third-party cookies using the tools provided by those companies:

  • Google Analytics Opt-Out: You can prevent Google Analytics from tracking your activity by installing the Google Analytics Opt-out Browser Add-on.
  • Google Ads (Personalized Advertising): You can manage or opt out of Google personalized advertising through Google Ads Settings.
  • Facebook / Meta Ads: You can manage your Facebook ad preferences or opt out of interest-based advertising through your Facebook Ad Settings.
  • Network Advertising Initiative (NAI): You can opt out of interest-based advertising from NAI member companies by visiting the NAI Opt-Out Tool.
  • Digital Advertising Alliance (DAA): US consumers can opt out of behavioral advertising through the DAA Opt-Out Tool.
  • YourOnlineChoices (for European visitors): If you access our website from Europe, you may also visit YourOnlineChoices to manage advertising cookies.

7. Impact of Disabling Cookies

While you have the right to restrict or disable cookies, doing so may have an impact on your experience when using our website. Below is a summary of how disabling each category of cookies may affect you:

Cookie Type Impact of Disabling
Essential Cookies These cannot be disabled as they are required for the website to function. Disabling them (e.g., through aggressive browser settings) may cause the website to fail entirely, preventing you from placing orders or submitting contact forms.
Analytics Cookies We will not be able to collect anonymous data about how you use our website. This will limit our ability to improve our services and user experience, but it will not affect your ability to use the site.
Functional Cookies Some personalization features may not work correctly. Your preferences (such as language or saved cart items) may not be remembered between visits, leading to a less convenient browsing experience.
Advertising Cookies You will still see advertisements from us and our partners on other websites, but they will not be tailored to your interests or browsing history. The effectiveness of our advertising campaigns will also be more difficult for us to measure.

8. Do Not Track (DNT) Signals

Some web browsers have a "Do Not Track" (DNT) feature that sends a signal to websites you visit indicating that you do not want to be tracked. Currently, there is no universally accepted standard for how websites should respond to DNT signals, and our website does not currently respond to DNT browser signals. We will continue to monitor developments in this area and update our practices accordingly.

If you wish to limit tracking, we recommend using the opt-out tools listed in Section 6.3 above.

9. California Privacy Rights (CCPA/CPRA)

If you are a California resident, the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA) and the California Privacy Rights Act (CPRA) grant you specific rights regarding your personal information, including data collected through cookies. These rights include:

  • Right to Know: You have the right to request information about the categories and specific pieces of personal information we have collected about you through cookies and other means.
  • Right to Delete: You may request that we delete personal information collected about you, subject to certain exceptions.
  • Right to Opt Out of Sale or Sharing: If we share cookie-based data with third parties for advertising purposes, you have the right to opt out of the sale or sharing of your personal information. You can exercise this right by using the opt-out tools in Section 6.3 or by contacting us at the details provided below.
  • Right to Non-Discrimination: We will not discriminate against you for exercising your CCPA/CPRA rights.

To exercise any of these rights, please contact us using the information provided in Section 11 below.

10. Updates to This Cookie Policy

We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time to reflect changes in the cookies we use, changes in our practices, or for other operational, legal, or regulatory reasons. We encourage you to revisit this page periodically to stay informed about our use of cookies. The date at the top of this policy indicates when it was last updated.

If we make significant changes to this Cookie Policy, we will notify you by posting a prominent notice on our website or, where appropriate, by sending you a direct notification.

Your continued use of wings-eastcoast.top after any changes to this Cookie Policy constitutes your acknowledgment of those changes.

11. Contact Us

If you have any questions, concerns, or requests regarding this Cookie Policy or the way we use cookies on our website, please do not hesitate to contact us. We are happy to assist you.

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