Cookie Policy
Last Updated: May 27, 2026
1. Introduction
Welcome to Costa Vida ("we," "us," or "our"). This Cookie Policy applies to our website located at mealcostavida.rest and explains what cookies are, how we use them, the types of cookies we deploy, and how you can manage your cookie preferences.
We are committed to being transparent about our data practices. This policy should be read alongside our Privacy Policy and Terms of Service, which together govern your use of our website and services.
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 computer, tablet, smartphone, or other device when you visit a website. They are widely used by website owners to make websites work more efficiently, to provide reporting information, and to deliver personalized experiences to visitors.
Cookies set by the website owner (in this case, Costa Vida) are called "first-party cookies." Cookies set by parties other than the website owner are called "third-party cookies." Third-party cookies enable third-party features or functionality to be provided on or through the website, such as advertising, interactive content, and analytics.
2.1 How Do Cookies Work?
When you visit our website, our server sends a small file to your browser, which stores it on your device. Each time you return to our website, your browser sends this file back to our server, allowing the website to recognize your device and remember your preferences or actions over time.
Cookies do not typically contain personally identifiable information on their own, but they can be linked to personal information that you have provided or that we have collected from other sources. Some cookies expire when you close your browser (session cookies), while others remain on your device for a set period (persistent cookies).
2.2 Similar Technologies
In addition to cookies, we may use other similar tracking technologies, including:
- Web Beacons (Pixel Tags): Tiny graphic images embedded in web pages or emails that help us track page visits and email opens.
- Local Storage: Browser-based storage used to save data locally on your device.
- Session Storage: Temporary data storage that is cleared when you close your browser tab or window.
- JavaScript Tags: Code snippets that collect information about your interactions with our website.
For the purposes of this policy, all such technologies are referred to collectively as "cookies."
3. Why We Use Cookies
Costa Vida uses cookies for a variety of reasons, including to:
- Ensure the proper functioning of our website and its features.
- Remember your preferences and settings to improve your browsing experience.
- Understand how visitors interact with our website so we can improve its content and layout.
- Deliver relevant advertising and promotional content based on your interests.
- Measure the effectiveness of our marketing campaigns.
- Prevent fraud and enhance the security of our website.
- Comply with legal and regulatory obligations.
4. Types of Cookies We Use
We categorize the cookies on our website into four main types:
4.1 Essential (Strictly Necessary) Cookies
These cookies are strictly necessary for the website to function properly and cannot be switched off in our systems. They are usually set in response to actions made by you, such as setting your privacy preferences, logging in, or filling in forms. Without these cookies, services you have requested cannot be provided.
These cookies do not store any personally identifiable information. Because they are essential to the operation of our website, they are exempt from consent requirements under applicable law.
4.2 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 understand which pages are the most and least popular and see how visitors move around the site. All information collected by these cookies is aggregated and therefore anonymous.
We primarily use Google Analytics for this purpose, which provides us with detailed reports about website traffic and user behavior.
4.3 Functional Cookies
Functional 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.
Examples include remembering your language preferences, your location, or your login details so you do not have to re-enter them on each visit.
4.4 Advertising and Targeting Cookies
These cookies may be set through our website by our advertising partners, including Google Ads and social media platforms such as Facebook. 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 directly store 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. However, you may still see generic advertisements that are not tailored to your interests.
5. Specific Cookies We Use
The table below provides detailed information about the specific cookies used on mealcostavida.rest:
| Cookie Name | Provider | Purpose | Type | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|---|
_ga |
Google Analytics | Registers a unique ID to generate statistical data on how visitors use the website. Used to distinguish users and track sessions across pages. | Analytics | 2 years |
_gid |
Google Analytics | Registers a unique ID to generate statistical data on how visitors use the website. Used to identify users within a single session. | Analytics | 24 hours |
_gat |
Google Analytics | Used by Google Analytics to throttle request rates, limiting the amount of data collected 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. Tracks conversions from Google Ads campaigns. | Advertising | 3 months |
_fbp |
Used by Facebook to deliver a series of advertisement products such as real-time bidding from third-party advertisers. | Advertising | 3 months | |
session_id |
Costa Vida | Maintains your active session while browsing the website, including shopping cart contents and user authentication state. | Essential | Session |
csrf_token |
Costa Vida | A security cookie used to prevent Cross-Site Request Forgery (CSRF) attacks and protect form submissions. | Essential | Session |
cookie_consent |
Costa Vida | Stores your cookie consent preferences so that you are not repeatedly prompted to accept cookies. | Essential | 12 months |
user_preferences |
Costa Vida | Remembers your personal settings and preferences, such as your selected location, dietary preferences, and language settings. | Functional | 6 months |
recently_viewed |
Costa Vida | Records the menu items and pages you have recently viewed to improve your browsing experience and provide relevant suggestions. | Functional | 30 days |
_uetsid |
Microsoft Bing | Used to track visitors on multiple websites in order to present relevant advertisements based on the visitor's preferences. | Advertising | 1 day |
IDE |
Google DoubleClick | Used by Google DoubleClick to register and report the website user's actions after viewing or clicking on advertisements to measure effectiveness. | Advertising | 1 year |
6. Legal Basis for Using Cookies
We operate primarily in the United States, and our use of cookies is governed by applicable federal and state laws, including:
- The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) Act: Which governs unfair or deceptive acts or practices in commerce, including online data collection and privacy.
- The California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA) and the California Privacy Rights Act (CPRA): Which provide California residents with rights over their personal information, including information collected through cookies.
- CAN-SPAM Act and related regulations: Which apply to certain cookie-based marketing and email communications.
For visitors from California, the information collected through cookies may be considered "personal information" under the CCPA/CPRA. You have the right to opt out of the sale or sharing of your personal information. Please see our Privacy Policy for more information about your California privacy rights.
Our use of essential cookies is based on the legitimate interest of operating a functional website. For all other categories of cookies, we rely on your consent, which you provide by accepting cookies when you first visit our website or by continuing to use our website after being notified of our cookie practices.
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 all cookies, reject non-essential cookies, or customize your preferences by category. You can change your preferences at any time by clicking on the "Cookie Settings" link in the footer 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. The steps to manage cookies vary depending on your browser:
- Google Chrome: Go to Settings > Privacy and Security > Cookies and other site data. You can block third-party cookies or all cookies, and clear existing cookies.
- Mozilla Firefox: Go to Options > Privacy & Security > Cookies and Site Data. You can manage cookie permissions and clear stored cookies.
- Apple Safari: Go to Preferences > Privacy > Cookies and website data. You can block all cookies or manage preferences by website.
- Microsoft Edge: Go to Settings > Cookies and site permissions > Cookies and site data. You can block third-party cookies or manage exceptions.
- Opera: Go to Settings > Advanced > Privacy & security > Site Settings > Cookies and site data.
Please note that if you choose to disable cookies through your browser settings, some parts of our website may not function correctly or may be unavailable to you.
7.3 Opt-Out Tools for Specific Third Parties
You can also opt out of specific third-party cookies by using the tools provided by those companies:
| Service Provider | Opt-Out Tool | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Google Analytics | Google Analytics Opt-Out Browser Add-On | Install this browser add-on to prevent your data from being collected by Google Analytics across all websites. |
| Google Ads | Google Ads Settings | Manage your Google ad personalization preferences, including opting out of personalized advertising. |
| Facebook / Meta | Facebook Ad Preferences | Manage your Facebook advertising preferences and opt out of interest-based advertising. |
| Microsoft / Bing | Microsoft Privacy Dashboard | Control Microsoft's use of your data for personalized advertising. |
| Network Advertising Initiative (NAI) | NAI Opt-Out Tool | Opt out of interest-based advertising from NAI member companies across the web. |
| Digital Advertising Alliance (DAA) | DAA Opt-Out Tool | Opt out of interest-based advertising from DAA participating companies. |
7.4 Mobile Device Settings
If you are using our website on a mobile device, you can manage advertising preferences through your device settings:
- iOS (Apple): Go to Settings > Privacy & Security > Tracking, and toggle off "Allow Apps to Request to Track."
- Android (Google): Go to Settings > Privacy > Ads, and select "Opt out of Ads Personalization."
8. Impact of Disabling Cookies
While you have the right to refuse or disable cookies, please be aware that doing so may affect your experience on our website. The following table outlines the potential impact of disabling each category of cookies:
| Cookie Type | Can Be Disabled? | Impact If Disabled |
|---|---|---|
| Essential Cookies | No (required for basic functionality) | The website may not function properly. You may be unable to complete orders, access your account, or use interactive features. Security protections may be reduced. |
| Analytics Cookies | Yes | We will not be able to measure how you use our website or improve our services based on your behavior. Your experience will not be directly affected. |
| Functional Cookies | Yes | Your preferences may not be saved between visits. You may need to re-enter your location, preferences, or other settings each time you visit. |
| Advertising Cookies | Yes | You will no longer see personalized advertisements from Costa Vida across other websites. You may still see generic advertisements that are not relevant to your interests. |
9. Third-Party Cookies and External Links
Our website may contain links to third-party websites, plug-ins, and applications. Clicking on those links or enabling those connections may allow third parties to collect or share data about you. We do not control these third-party websites and are not responsible for their privacy or cookie policies. We encourage you to read the privacy policy and cookie policy of every website you visit.
Third-party services that may set cookies on our website include, but are not limited to:
- Google LLC (Google Analytics, Google Ads, YouTube embeds)
- Meta Platforms, Inc. (Facebook pixel and social sharing)
- Microsoft Corporation (Bing Ads)
- Payment processing providers
- Social media platforms (Instagram, Twitter/X)
10. Children's Privacy
Our website is not directed at children under the age of 13, and we do not knowingly collect personal information from children through cookies or other means. If you believe that a child under 13 has provided us with personal information, please contact us immediately so we can take steps to delete such information.
11. 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. As a result, our website does not currently respond to DNT browser signals. However, we do provide you with the opt-out tools described in Section 7 of this policy.
12. Updates to This Cookie Policy
We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time to reflect changes in technology, legislation, our business operations, or our data practices. When we make changes, we will update the "Last Updated" date at the top of this page. If we make material changes, we will notify you by prominently posting a notice on our website or by other appropriate 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 constitutes your acceptance of the updated Cookie Policy.
13. Contact Us
If you have any questions, concerns, or requests regarding this Cookie Policy or our use of cookies, please contact us using the information below:
We will endeavor to respond to all legitimate cookie-related inquiries within 30 business days of receipt. For California residents seeking to exercise their rights under the CCPA/CPRA, please also refer to our full Privacy Policy available on our website for instructions on submitting verifiable consumer requests.