Cookies Policy
This Cookies Policy explains how The Golden Spoon ("we," "us," or "our") uses cookies and similar technologies on our website, thegoldenspoonchicago.com (the "Website"). This policy should be read in conjunction with our Privacy Policy, which provides further details on how we collect, use, and protect your personal information.
What are Cookies?
Cookies are small text files that are placed on your computer or mobile device when you visit a website. They are widely used to make websites work more efficiently, as well as to provide information to the owners of the site. Cookies can be either "persistent" or "session" cookies:
- Persistent cookies remain on your device for a set period of time or until you delete them.
- Session cookies are temporary and expire when you close your browser.
How We Use Cookies
We use cookies for several purposes, including:
- Essential Cookies: These cookies are necessary for the Website to function properly. They enable you to navigate the site and use its features, such as accessing secure areas. Without these cookies, some services you have asked for cannot be provided.
- Performance Cookies: These cookies collect information about how visitors use our Website, such as which pages they visit most often and if they receive error messages. This helps us to improve the performance and design of our Website. We use tools like Google Analytics to collect and analyze this data.
- Functionality Cookies: These cookies allow the Website to remember choices you make (such as your language or region) and provide enhanced, more personal features. They may also be used to provide services you have asked for, such as watching a video or commenting on a blog.
- Advertising/Targeting Cookies: These 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. They track your browsing habits and may be used to build a profile of your interests. We may share this information with third parties for advertising purposes.
Types of Cookies We Use
The following table provides more information about the types of cookies we use, their purpose, and their duration:
| Cookie Name | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| PHPSESSID | Maintains user session across pages. | Session |
| _ga | Registers a unique ID that is used to generate statistical data on how the visitor uses the website (Google Analytics). | 2 years |
| _gid | Registers a unique ID that is used to generate statistical data on how the visitor uses the website (Google Analytics). | 24 hours |
| _gat | Used by Google Analytics to throttle request rate. | 1 minute |
| cookieConsent | Remembers user's cookie consent preferences. | 1 year |
| marketingCookies | Tracks users across websites to provide targeted advertising. May be set by third-party advertising partners. | Up to 1 year |
Third-Party Cookies
In addition to our own cookies, we may also use third-party cookies on our Website. These cookies are placed by third-party service providers, such as Google Analytics and advertising networks. We do not control these cookies, and you should consult the privacy policies of these third parties for more information about their use of cookies.
Managing Your Cookie Preferences
You have the right to control and manage your cookie preferences. You can do this in several ways:
- Browser Settings: Most web browsers allow you to control cookies through their settings. You can configure your browser to block all cookies, to accept only certain types of cookies, or to notify you each time a cookie is set. Please refer to your browser's help documentation for instructions on how to manage your cookie settings. Keep in mind that blocking all cookies may affect your ability to access certain features of our Website.
- Cookie Consent Tool: We may provide a cookie consent tool on our Website that allows you to manage your cookie preferences. This tool will allow you to choose which types of cookies you want to allow. You can usually access and modify your settings through a link in the footer of the website.
- Third-Party Opt-Outs: Some third-party service providers offer opt-out mechanisms that allow you to prevent them from tracking your online activity. For example, you can opt-out of Google Analytics by installing the Google Analytics Opt-out Browser Add-on.
To manage cookies, follow these general steps:
- Open your browser's settings menu.
- Navigate to the "Privacy" or "Cookies" section.
- Choose your desired cookie settings (e.g., block all cookies, allow only first-party cookies, etc.).
- Save your changes.
Specific Instructions for Popular Browsers
- Google Chrome: Go to Settings > Privacy and security > Cookies and other site data.
- Mozilla Firefox: Go to Options > Privacy & Security > Cookies and Site Data.
- Safari: Go to Safari > Preferences > Privacy.
- Microsoft Edge: Go to Settings > Privacy, search, and services > Clear browsing data > Choose what to clear (Cookies and other site data).
Consequences of Blocking Cookies
If you choose to block cookies, you may not be able to access certain parts of our Website or use certain features. Additionally, the Website may not function as efficiently as it would with cookies enabled. For example, you may have to manually enter your preferences each time you visit the site.
Updates to this Cookies Policy
We may update this Cookies Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our use of cookies or applicable laws. We will post any changes to this policy on our Website and, if the changes are significant, we will provide a more prominent notice (such as an email notification). We encourage you to review this policy periodically to stay informed about our use of cookies.
Contact Us
If you have any questions about this Cookies Policy, please contact us at:
The Golden Spoon
Attn: Data Protection Officer
456 North Clark Street
Chicago, IL 60654
Email: [email protected]
Phone: (312) 555-4653
This Cookies Policy was last updated on October 26, 2025.
Responsible for the Policy: Dr. Amelia Hernandez, Data Protection Officer, The Golden Spoon.