Cookie Policy
Last Updated: April 3, 2026
1. Introduction
Welcome to Cafe Rio ("we," "us," or "our"). This Cookie Policy explains what cookies are, how we use them on our website rioscafes.click, the types of cookies we deploy, and the choices available to you regarding their use. This policy should be read alongside our Privacy Policy and Terms of Service.
We are committed to being transparent about the technologies we use and to complying with applicable United States laws and regulations, including the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA) as amended by the California Privacy Rights Act (CPRA), and the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) Act governing consumer protection and digital transparency.
By accessing or using our website, you acknowledge that you have read and understood this Cookie Policy. If you do not agree to the use of cookies as described herein, you may adjust your browser settings or opt out through the tools provided in this document.
2. What Are Cookies?
Cookies are small text files that are placed on your computer, smartphone, tablet, or other internet-enabled device when you visit a website. They are widely used by website operators to make websites work more efficiently, to improve user experience, and to provide reporting information to site owners.
Cookies are created by the web server and sent to your browser, where they are stored. When you return to the same website, the browser sends the cookie back to the server, allowing the site to recognize your device and remember your preferences or activities over time.
Cookies do not typically contain information that personally identifies you directly, but personal information that we store about you may be linked to the information stored in and obtained from cookies. Cookies can be set by the website you are visiting ("first-party cookies") or by third parties whose services are integrated into the website ("third-party cookies").
2.1 How Do Cookies Work?
When you first visit rioscafes.click, your browser receives one or more cookies from our server or from third-party services embedded on our pages. Each cookie contains a unique identifier and may store data such as your session ID, language preference, or items in a shopping cart. This data is sent back to us — or to the relevant third party — each time you make a request from our website, allowing us to serve you a more personalized and efficient experience.
Cookies have a defined lifespan. Session cookies are temporary and expire when you close your browser. Persistent cookies remain on your device for a set period of time or until you manually delete them.
3. Types of Cookies We Use
We use the following categories of cookies on rioscafes.click:
3.1 Essential Cookies
These cookies are strictly necessary for the operation of our website. They enable core functionality such as security, network management, and accessibility. Without these cookies, our website cannot function properly. Because they are essential, they cannot be disabled through our cookie management tools, though you may configure your browser to block them (which will affect website functionality).
Essential cookies help us to:
- Maintain your session as you navigate between pages
- Remember items you have placed in your order or inquiry form
- Ensure the security of your browsing session
- Load the website correctly and prevent fraudulent activity
3.2 Analytics Cookies
Analytics 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, how visitors move around the site, and whether users encounter error messages. All information these cookies collect is aggregated and therefore anonymous.
We use Google Analytics to collect this information. Google Analytics uses cookies to help us analyze how users interact with our website. The data collected includes your IP address (anonymized), browser type, pages visited, time spent on pages, and referring URL. This information is processed by Google in accordance with their Privacy Policy.
3.3 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.
Functional cookies help us to:
- Remember your language preferences
- Save your location so we can show you the nearest Cafe Rio location
- Provide embedded content such as videos and maps
- Remember your customization choices (e.g., accessibility settings)
3.4 Advertising and Targeting Cookies
Advertising 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 our advertising campaigns. These cookies are usually placed by advertising networks with our permission. They remember that you have visited our website and this information is shared with other organizations, such as advertisers.
We use Google Ads to serve targeted advertising to users who have previously visited our website. These cookies track your browsing habits across multiple sites so that advertising can be tailored to your interests.
4. Specific Cookies We Use
The following table provides detailed information about the specific cookies used on rioscafes.click:
| Cookie Name | Provider | Purpose | Type | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|---|
_session_id |
Cafe Rio (rioscafes.click) | Maintains your session state as you navigate across pages. Required for core website functionality. | Essential | Session |
csrf_token |
Cafe Rio (rioscafes.click) | Provides security protection against Cross-Site Request Forgery (CSRF) attacks on form submissions. | Essential | Session |
cookie_consent |
Cafe Rio (rioscafes.click) | Stores your cookie consent preferences so we do not ask for consent on every page visit. | Essential | 12 months |
user_location |
Cafe Rio (rioscafes.click) | Remembers your selected or detected location to display the nearest Cafe Rio restaurant and local menu. | Functional | 30 days |
lang_pref |
Cafe Rio (rioscafes.click) | Stores your language preference to serve content in the selected language on return visits. | Functional | 6 months |
_ga |
Google Analytics | Registers a unique ID that is used to generate statistical data on how you use 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 you use the website. Used to distinguish users on a shorter timeframe. | Analytics | 24 hours |
_gat |
Google Analytics | Used by Google Analytics to throttle request rate, limiting the collection of data on high-traffic sites. | Analytics | 1 minute |
_gcl_au |
Google Ads | Used by Google AdSense for experimenting with advertisement efficiency across websites using their services. Tracks ad conversions. | 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. | Advertising | 3 months |
fr |
Facebook (Meta) | Used by Facebook to deliver, measure, and improve the relevancy of ads. Contains a unique browser and user ID for targeted advertising. | Advertising | 3 months |
IDE |
Google DoubleClick | Used by Google DoubleClick to register and report the website user's actions after viewing or clicking one of the advertiser's ads, with the purpose of measuring the efficacy of an ad. | Advertising | 1 year |
5. Third-Party Cookies and Services
In addition to our own cookies, we may use various third-party services on our website that set their own cookies. We do not have direct control over third-party cookies. The third-party services we currently use include:
- Google Analytics: Website analytics and performance measurement. Google Privacy Policy
- Google Ads / Google AdSense: Online advertising and conversion tracking. Google Ads Policy
- Google DoubleClick: Ad serving and campaign measurement.
- Facebook (Meta) Pixel: Social media advertising and audience building. Facebook Data Policy
We encourage you to review the privacy policies of these third parties to understand how they collect and use your data.
6. How to Manage and Disable Cookies
You have the right to decide whether to accept or reject cookies (other than strictly essential cookies). You can exercise your cookie preferences through several methods:
6.1 Browser Settings
Most web browsers allow you to control cookies through their settings. You can set your browser to:
- Notify you when cookies are being set
- Block all cookies
- Block only third-party cookies
- Delete cookies when you close your browser
- Manage exceptions for specific websites
Below are links to cookie management instructions for the most popular browsers:
Please note that if you use different devices (e.g., computer, smartphone, tablet), you will need to manage your cookie settings on each device separately.
6.2 Opt-Out Tools for Specific Services
You can opt out of specific third-party cookies and tracking using the following tools:
- Google Analytics Opt-Out: Install the Google Analytics Opt-out Browser Add-on to prevent Google Analytics from collecting your data.
- Google Ads Personalization: Manage your Google ad preferences at Google Ads Settings.
- Facebook (Meta) Opt-Out: Adjust your Facebook ad preferences through Facebook Ad Preferences.
- Digital Advertising Alliance (DAA): Use the DAA Opt-Out Tool to opt out of interest-based advertising from participating companies.
- Network Advertising Initiative (NAI): Use the NAI Opt-Out Tool to manage preferences for NAI member companies.
7. Impact of Disabling Cookies
If you choose to disable or block cookies on rioscafes.click, you may experience the following impacts:
- Essential Cookies Disabled: Core website features may stop working correctly. You may be unable to navigate between pages, submit forms (such as reservations or contact forms), or complete online orders. Security protections may also be compromised.
- Functional Cookies Disabled: Your location, language preference, and personalization settings will not be saved. You will need to re-enter preferences each time you visit.
- Analytics Cookies Disabled: We will be unable to measure and improve website performance based on your usage patterns. This does not typically affect your user experience directly, but it may slow our ability to identify and fix website issues.
- Advertising Cookies Disabled: You will still see advertisements, but they will be less relevant to your interests. You may see the same ads more frequently, and we will be unable to measure the effectiveness of our advertising campaigns.
We recommend that you keep at least essential cookies enabled to ensure the best possible experience when using our website and online food ordering services.
8. California Privacy Rights (CCPA/CPRA)
If you are a resident of California, you have specific rights under the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA) as amended by the California Privacy Rights Act (CPRA) regarding your personal information, including information collected through cookies. These rights include:
- Right to Know: You have the right to request disclosure of the categories and specific pieces of personal information we have collected about you through cookies and other means.
- Right to Delete: You have the right to request deletion of personal information we have 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. If we share cookie-based data with advertising partners, you may opt out using the tools described in Section 6.2 above or by contacting us directly.
- Right to Non-Discrimination: We will not discriminate against you for exercising any of your CCPA/CPRA rights.
- Right to Correct: You have the right to request correction of inaccurate personal information we hold about you.
To exercise any of these rights, please contact us using the information provided in Section 10 of this policy. We will respond to verified requests within 45 days as required by California law.
9. Do Not Track Signals
Some browsers include a "Do Not Track" (DNT) feature that signals to websites that you do not want to have your online activity tracked. Currently, there is no universally accepted standard for how websites should respond to DNT signals, and our website does not alter its behavior in response to DNT signals at this time. We will continue to monitor developments in this area and update our practices accordingly.
You may use the opt-out tools listed in Section 6.2 of this policy to limit tracking by specific third-party services.
10. Changes to This Cookie Policy
We reserve the right to update or modify this Cookie Policy at any time to reflect changes in our practices, technology, legal requirements, or other factors. When we make material changes to this policy, we will update the "Last Updated" date at the top of this page and, where required by applicable law, notify you of the changes through a prominent 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 rioscafes.click after any changes to this Cookie Policy constitutes your acceptance of the revised policy.
11. Contact Us
If you have any questions, concerns, or requests regarding this Cookie Policy or our use of cookies, please do not hesitate to contact us using the information below:
Cafe Rio
- Website: rioscafes.click
- Email: [email protected]
We aim to respond to all inquiries within 5 business days. For California residents exercising rights under the CCPA/CPRA, we will respond within 45 days of receiving a verifiable request.